JANET Jack of JJ Bookkeeping Services has scooped an accolade for the support her firm has provided to small local businesses.Ms Jack was highly commended in the Book-keeper of the Year category at this year's International Association of Book-keepers' Business Enterprise Awards.

JANET Jack of JJ Bookkeeping Services has scooped an accolade for the support her firm has provided to small local businesses.

Ms Jack was highly commended in the Book-keeper of the Year category at this year's International Association of Book-keepers' Business Enterprise Awards.

It is the second year in a row the firm, based in Wakes Colne, Colchester, has received the award.

MP for north Essex Bernard Jenkin congratulated her on her achievement.

“This award was thoroughly deserved. It is a clear indication that the quality of service provided by Janet Jack's company has been appreciated by her clients,” he said.

She is pictured with her associate, Jane Turley.