Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accountants & Business Advisors in Newcastle
RMT Accountants & Business Advisors was established in 1954 and has grown to become one of the North East's largest independent accounting firms. Our team of over 100 professionals, led by six directors, specialises in auditing, tax advisory, corporate finance, and business strategy. We prioritise client relationships, offering tailored solutions without jargon or hidden costs. Our expertise spans sectors including healthcare, technology, and owner-managed businesses. With offices across Newcastle, Durham, Hexham, Berwick, and London, we combine regional accessibility with national expertise. Our approach focuses on understanding clients' unique needs to deliver actionable insights and long-term growth strategies.We maintain transparency in pricing, with recurring services charged annually and all additional costs agreed upfront. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our specialist teams, including healthcare accountants and insolvency experts. By blending traditional accounting services with modern financial advisory solutions, we empower businesses to navigate complex challenges. Our legacy of trust and adaptability ensures clients receive both stability and innovation in their financial partnerships.
Services
Business Tax
Corporate Finance
Healthcare Accountancy
Personal Tax
Recovery & Insolvency
Wealth Management
Commercial Finance
Audit Services
Tax Compliance
Medical Accounting
Details
- Year established: 1954
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of experience supporting businesses across diverse sectors.
- Our six directors lead teams with specialist expertise in healthcare, tax, and corporate finance.
- We operate with full transparency, with no hidden fees for recurring services.
- Our client-centric approach adapts to evolving business needs at every stage.
- We combine regional accessibility with national-level expertise and resources.
Services
Business Tax
Our Business Tax team provides comprehensive tax advisory services for companies of all sizes. We specialise in corporate tax compliance, international tax structuring, and strategic tax planning. Our services include R&D tax credits, capital allowances, and tax dispute resolution. With expertise in both domestic and cross-border tax matters, we help businesses minimise liabilities while maintaining compliance with evolving regulations.
Corporate Finance
RMT's Corporate Finance division advises on business growth strategies, mergers, acquisitions, and capital raising. We support entrepreneurs through all stages from start-up to exit. Our services include business valuations, due diligence, and financing solutions tailored to client objectives. We combine technical expertise with sector-specific insights to deliver successful transaction outcomes for owner-managed businesses.
Healthcare Accountancy
We offer specialist accounting services for healthcare professionals including GPs, dentists, and veterinary practices. Our team understands the sector's unique financial challenges and regulatory requirements. Services include practice accounting, tax planning, NHS pension advice, and succession planning. As founder members of AISMA, we maintain the highest standards in medical accountancy services across the UK.
Personal Tax
Our Personal Tax specialists handle complex tax matters for individuals, families, and business owners. Services include self-assessment returns, inheritance tax planning, and HMRC investigations support. We provide tailored advice on UK residence, domicile status, and international tax compliance. Our team ensures clients maximise tax efficiency while meeting all regulatory obligations.
Recovery & Insolvency
Our insolvency experts provide strategic advice for businesses facing financial difficulties. We offer informal restructuring solutions, formal insolvency procedures, and creditor negotiations. Services include company voluntary arrangements, liquidations, and turnaround strategies. With a focus on early intervention, we help businesses navigate financial challenges while protecting stakeholder interests.
People
Stephen Slater
Managing Director
Stephen leads our audit and assurance team with over 30 years of experience in accounting and business advisory services. He specialises in supporting owner-managed businesses through growth phases and complex financial transitions.
Anthony Andreasen
Director
Anthony heads our business tax division, providing strategic tax planning advice to corporate clients. With expertise in international tax and HMRC compliance, he helps businesses optimise tax positions while maintaining regulatory adherence.
Richard Humphreys
Director of Healthcare Group
Richard specialises in medical accountancy, supporting over 120 GP practices nationwide. As a founder member of AISMA, he brings sector-specific expertise to healthcare professionals' financial and tax planning needs.
Chris Ferguson
Director of Recovery and Restructuring
Chris leads our insolvency practice, offering strategic business rescue solutions. His expertise includes formal insolvency procedures, creditor negotiations, and corporate restructuring to help businesses navigate financial distress.
Paul Gainford
Director of Commercial Services
Paul oversees our commercial finance offerings, providing tailored funding solutions for businesses. He specialises in bridging finance, asset-based lending, and strategic financial advisory services for growing enterprises.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for healthcare professionals?
We provide specialist medical accountancy services including GP practice accounting, dental accounting, and veterinary practice accounting. Our team offers tax planning, payroll services, and NHS pension advice tailored to healthcare professionals' unique needs.
How do you support business growth through corporate finance?
Our corporate finance team advises on mergers, acquisitions, business valuations, and capital raising. We help entrepreneurs develop growth strategies and execute successful transactions while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
What personal tax services do you provide?
We handle self-assessment returns, inheritance tax planning, HMRC investigations, and international tax compliance. Our specialists provide tailored advice on tax-efficient wealth management and compliance for individuals and families.
How do you handle business insolvency cases?
Our insolvency experts offer both informal and formal solutions, including company voluntary arrangements, liquidations, and restructuring strategies. We focus on early intervention to maximise recovery options for businesses in financial distress.
What areas do you cover across the UK?
We operate from offices in Newcastle upon Tyne, Durham, Hexham, Berwick upon Tweed, and London. Our services support clients nationwide with both regional accessibility and national expertise.
