Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Chartered Accountants in the North East of Scotland
Established in 1920, we are a chartered accountancy firm with four offices across the North East of Scotland. Our team of seven partners and over 40 staff deliver tailored advisory and accountancy services to individuals, owner-managed businesses, and limited companies. We prioritise personal relationships, ensuring direct access to partner-level expertise for every client. Our services span audit, business planning, payroll, VAT compliance, and strategic financial advice. With decades of collective experience, we combine technical excellence with practical solutions to meet statutory requirements and enhance business performance.Clients value our prompt responses, competitive pricing, and commitment to understanding their unique needs. Our cloud accounting solutions help SMEs streamline operations while maintaining regulatory compliance. We serve diverse industries, adapting our expertise to address specific challenges faced by businesses in the current economic climate. Our reputation for reliability and client-focused service has been built over a century of consistent delivery.
Services
Audit
Business Planning
Company Secretarial
Payroll
VAT Compliance
Estate Planning
Online Accounting
Corporate Tax
Retirement Strategies
Details
- Year established: 1920
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined experience in Scottish accountancy services
- Our team provides direct partner-level access for all clients
- We guarantee competitive pricing with no hidden fees
- Our cloud accounting solutions enhance business efficiency
- We maintain 24/7 availability for urgent client queries
What people say
Quick to respond
Cost-effective service
Personal contact maintained
Efficient compliance handling
Constructive advice
Services
Audit
Our audit services provide independent assurance on financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. We conduct thorough examinations of accounting records and internal controls to verify accuracy and transparency. Clients benefit from our expertise in identifying risks and improving financial governance.
Business Planning
We develop tailored business plans to support growth and operational efficiency. Our approach combines market analysis with financial forecasting to create actionable strategies. Clients receive ongoing support to adapt plans as market conditions evolve.
Company Secretarial
Our secretarial services ensure compliance with company law requirements. We manage statutory filings, board meeting minutes, and corporate governance documentation. This allows business owners to focus on core operations while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Payroll
We handle payroll processing, tax deductions, and compliance reporting for businesses of all sizes. Our systems ensure accurate and timely payments while meeting HMRC requirements. Clients receive regular reports to monitor wage costs and employee data.
VAT Compliance
Our VAT services cover registration, return preparation, and compliance strategy. We help businesses navigate complex tax regulations while optimising cash flow. Regular reviews ensure adherence to changing HMRC requirements and industry best practices.
People
John Rae
Director
Director of R & R Corrosion Limited, John values the firm's efficient handling of statutory requirements, allowing his business to focus on operations.
Bruce Nicol
Director
As director of William Nicol (Aberdeen) Limited, Bruce appreciates the team's prompt responses to business queries and operational challenges.
Colin Brown
Director
Anderson Packaging Limited's director Colin highlights the personal contact maintained with partners and staff for tailored financial advice.
Sandy Morrison
Farmer
Sandy Morrison, a farming client, praises the firm's cost-effective service and efficient management of financial obligations.
Stephen Webster
Director
Director of Peterhead Health Centre Consortium Limited, Stephen commends the firm's business understanding and constructive advisory approach.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide audit, payroll, VAT compliance, business planning, and online accounting solutions tailored to SMEs.
How do you handle tax planning for individuals?
Our personal tax planning services include estate planning, retirement strategies, and self-assessment filings.
Are your fees competitive for corporate clients?
Yes, we guarantee competitive rates with transparent pricing structures for all corporate accounting needs.
Do you support businesses with cloud accounting software?
Yes, we implement cloud solutions to improve financial reporting efficiency for SMEs.
What areas do you cover in Scotland?
We operate from four offices in Aberdeen, Ellon, Peterhead, and Turriff, serving clients across the North East.
How quickly do you respond to client queries?
Clients report consistently prompt responses to all business and financial inquiries.
