Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Belfast
Cleaver Black has been supporting local businesses in Northern Ireland since 1996. Our firm specialises in delivering comprehensive accounting, tax, and business advisory services tailored to meet the unique needs of both businesses and individuals. With a hands-on approach and in-house professional expertise, we prioritise timely, high-quality service while ensuring value for money. Our services span from tax planning and compliance to strategic business advice, financial reporting, and payroll management.Established in 1996, we combine decades of experience with a deep understanding of evolving financial regulations to provide reliable, client-focused solutions. Our team is committed to building long-term relationships by offering personalised services that address both immediate and future financial challenges.
Services
Accounting Services
Tax Compliance
Business Advisory
Payroll Management
Audit Services
Bookkeeping
Company Formation
Financial Reporting
Tax Planning
VAT Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in accounting services across Northern Ireland.
- Our team includes chartered accountants with expertise in audit and tax compliance.
- We offer tailored solutions for business start-ups and established enterprises.
- Our partner-led approach ensures direct access to senior professionals for all clients.
- We combine technical excellence with practical advice to deliver value-driven outcomes.
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Services
Accounting Services
We prepare accurate financial statements and statutory returns for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. Our reporting services provide insights into business performance while ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Clients benefit from tailored financial documentation that meets regulatory requirements and supports strategic decision-making.
Tax Compliance
Our tax experts ensure compliance with evolving tax regulations through self-assessment, corporation tax, and VAT services. We develop strategies to minimise liabilities while managing HMRC interactions, including investigations and tax protection policies for businesses and individuals.
Business Advisory
We offer cash flow forecasting, business valuations, and management reporting solutions tailored to client needs. Our advisory services focus on operational efficiency, software selection, and strategic planning to support growth and long-term sustainability for businesses of all sizes.
Payroll Management
We handle payroll processing, including PAYE, NI contributions, and statutory payments, ensuring compliance with auto-enrolment legislation. Clients receive customised payslips, pension administration, and end-of-year returns while avoiding compliance risks.
Audit Services
Our partner-led audits assess accounting systems and controls for owner-managed businesses, charities, and credit unions. We provide recommendations to strengthen financial processes while delivering high-quality, compliant audit reports that build stakeholder confidence.
People
Philip D Black
Partner
Philip qualified as a Chartered Accountant after training with Ernst Whinney and Coopers & Lybrand. He has managed his own practice since 1986, specialising in audit and financial consultancy for businesses in Northern Ireland.
Anthony Bradley
Partner
Anthony qualified in 2011 after joining Cleaver Black as a trainee. He specialises in external audit and tax advisory services, returning as manager in 2014 and becoming a partner in 2021 with expertise in business support.
Beth Blight
Manager
Beth joined Cleaver Black in 2020 and became a Fellow of ACCA in 2023. She focuses on accounting and tax compliance services, bringing seven years of experience in delivering financial solutions to businesses across Northern Ireland.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide financial reporting, audit services, bookkeeping, payroll management, and tax compliance tailored to business and individual needs.
Do you support business start-ups?
Yes, we assist with business structure selection, company formation, cash flow projections, and HMRC registration for new ventures.
Are you qualified to handle tax investigations?
Our chartered accountants offer tax protection services and represent clients during HMRC investigations or compliance enquiries.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve businesses and individuals across Northern Ireland, with a focus on Belfast and surrounding regions.
How experienced is your team?
Our partners have over 25 years of combined experience, including roles in major firms and leadership positions in accounting practices.
