Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Cheshire
We are a solutions-based accounting practice with an excellent reputation for quality in all that we do. Established in 1929, we combine traditional values with forward-thinking approaches while maintaining a framework of strong technical abilities and sound commercial understanding. Our client-centric philosophy ensures we act as trusted partners, dedicating time to understand business goals and aspirations. With offices in Nantwich, Wilmslow, and Manchester, we serve diverse clients across sectors including academies, agriculture, medical, and manufacturing. Our services span accounting, audit, taxation, payroll, corporate finance, and specialist areas like capital allowances and R&D tax credits.Partner-led delivery ensures continuity and accountability, while our commitment to community engagement strengthens regional business networks. Over four decades of payroll expertise and specialist teams for agricultural and NHS accounting demonstrate our depth of experience. We prioritise proactive tax planning and innovative solutions, evidenced by client testimonials highlighting our strategic support for business growth and complex financial challenges.
Services
Accounting
Payroll
Capital Allowances
Audit
Taxation
Corporate Finance
Wealth Planning
R&D Tax Credits
Academy Accounting
Agricultural Accounting
Details
- Year established: 1929
Highlights and features
- We offer partner-led services with continuity since 1929
- Our specialist teams handle agricultural and NHS accounting complexities
- Proven expertise in capital allowances claims reducing tax bills
- We deliver R&D tax credit solutions with average claims of 25,000
- Community-focused approach supporting North West business networks
What people say
Highest standard
Proactive advice
Innovative solutions
Trusted partner
Strategic support
Services
Accounting
Our accounting service handles statutory accounts preparation, bookkeeping, and VAT returns for limited companies. We provide monthly management accounts and cashflow forecasting using cloud accounting software. Partner-led support ensures compliance with Companies House regulations while offering strategic financial insights tailored to business needs.
Payroll
We manage complete PAYE schemes including salary calculations, pension contributions, and auto-enrolment compliance. Processing over 65m annually through BACS, our service covers payslip generation and regulatory reporting for 500+ clients ranging from startups to large enterprises.
Capital Allowances
Specialist commercial property tax relief service identifying eligible expenditures like electrical installations and air conditioning. We collaborate with chartered surveyors to maximise claims, achieving average tax savings of 64,000 for property investors through HMRC-compliant submissions.
R&D Tax Credits
We help businesses claim tax credits for product, process, or software innovations. Our specialists have secured over 1.2m in R&D expenditure claims, including complex cases like pandemic-era e-commerce transitions, with average refunds of 25,000.
Corporate Finance
Our multi-disciplinary team provides merger/acquisition advice, business succession planning, and financial structuring. We develop growth strategies aligned with commercial objectives and offer exit planning support for business owners transitioning ownership.
People
Peter O'Malley
Director
Chartered accountant with extensive experience in business advisory services. Leads client relationships from the Wilmslow office, specialising in strategic financial planning and audit engagements.
Paul Edwards
Director
Nantwich-based director with specialist knowledge in academy sector accounting. Focuses on tax compliance and business growth strategies for educational institutions and SMEs.
Chris Monks
Director
Experienced director providing audit and assurance services. Specialises in manufacturing sector accounting with emphasis on regulatory compliance and financial reporting standards.
Tim Lwin
R&D Specialist
Technical expert in innovation tax credits with over 15 years' experience. Advises businesses on qualifying R&D activities and manages complex HMRC submissions for technology and engineering sectors.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide statutory accounts preparation, bookkeeping, VAT returns, and management accounts using cloud accounting software for limited companies.
Do you specialise in any industry sectors?
Yes, we have dedicated teams for academies, agriculture, medical sectors, and NHS accounting with tailored expertise.
Can you help with R&D tax credits?
Our specialists identify eligible innovations and manage claims averaging £25,000, including backdated applications.
How does your audit service work?
We conduct streamlined audits focusing on business improvement areas while ensuring statutory compliance with Companies House requirements.
What payroll support do you provide?
We manage full PAYE schemes including auto-enrolment, payslips, and BACS payments for over 500 clients monthly.
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