Business Details
42 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in South Yorkshire
Established in 1984, Brearley & Co Accountants & Co Accountants have built a reputation as trusted financial advisors across South Yorkshire. With offices in Swinton, Barnsley, Dinnington, Sheffield, and Doncaster, we combine over four decades of experience with a proactive approach to client care. Our team specialises in delivering tailored accounting solutions, from compliance to strategic advisory services, while maintaining deep community ties.We prioritise transparency, technical excellence, and a client-centric ethos, ensuring businesses receive both statutory compliance support and value-added financial guidance. Our partnerships with firms like Alexander Calder Financial extend our capabilities to wealth management and corporate planning, positioning us as a comprehensive business services partner.
Services
Annual Accounts
Taxation
Payroll Services
Cloud Accounting
VAT Returns
Financial Advice
Company Secretarial
Fee Protection
Auto Enrolment
Advisory Services
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 40 years of accounting expertise across diverse industries
- Proactive advisory services with tailored financial solutions
- Free initial consultation with qualified accounting professionals
- Local offices in key South Yorkshire locations
- Award-winning client satisfaction with personalised support
What people say
Seamless document signing
Proactive tax planning
Quickbooks expertise
Personalised support
Business growth assistance
Services
Annual Accounts
We prepare statutory accounts for Companies House and HMRC submissions. Our service includes IXBRL tagging, compliance checks, and financial analysis. Clients receive bound copies and online access to historical records. We serve private companies, LLPs, and charities across multiple sectors.
Taxation Services
Our team handles corporate and personal tax returns, VAT filings, and inheritance tax planning. We offer HMRC investigation support and tax-efficient remuneration strategies. Specialist expertise covers property transactions and business succession planning.
Payroll Services
We manage payroll processing, CIS compliance, and auto-enrolment pensions. Our services cover payslip distribution, tax deduction calculations, and real-time reporting for construction sector clients across South Yorkshire.
Cloud Accounting
We implement MTD-compliant cloud systems with QuickBooks integration. Our digital solutions enable real-time financial tracking, remote access, and automated HMRC submissions. We support businesses transitioning to digital accounting frameworks.
Company Secretarial
We provide company formation, statutory filings, and registered office services. Our support includes director changes, share transfers, and Companies Act 2006 compliance monitoring for limited companies.
People
Giles Brearley
Founder
Established the firm in 1984, growing it from a single office to five regional locations while maintaining community-focused accounting values.
Mark Smallman
Managing Director
Leads the practice with over 20 years' experience, specialising in strategic partnerships and corporate finance solutions for Yorkshire businesses.
Andrew Cowe
Senior Tax Manager
Brings 28 years' tax expertise, managing compliance and investigation cases while developing bespoke tax planning strategies for corporate clients.
Emily Patching
Head of Payroll
Oversees payroll operations with specialist knowledge of CIS regulations and auto-enrolment requirements for construction sector clients.
Nigel Ruff
Executive Director
Financial planning expert from Alexander Calder Financial, collaborating on wealth management and corporate investment strategies since 2001.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide annual accounts, payroll, VAT returns, financial planning, and business advisory services across South Yorkshire.
How do you handle tax compliance?
Our dedicated tax team ensures HMRC compliance through accurate returns, investigations support, and strategic tax planning.
Do you support payroll management?
Yes, we offer comprehensive payroll services including CIS and auto-enrolment for businesses in Sheffield and Rotherham.
What cloud accounting solutions exist?
We implement MTD-compliant cloud systems like QuickBooks to streamline financial processes for Yorkshire businesses.
Is fee protection available?
Yes, we offer HMRC investigation coverage to protect against unexpected compliance costs.
