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Trusted Accountants in Halesowen
Godfrey Mansell is a Halesowen-based accounting firm with over 30 years of hands-on experience supporting SMEs across diverse sectors including retail, logistics, property, music, and private education. Our team, led by Chartered Accountant Graham Cook, combines deep industry expertise with practical business acumen to deliver tailored financial solutions. We specialise in strategic business planning, tax compliance, payroll management, and HMRC negotiations, prioritising client-centric service over corporate jargon. Our approach focuses on understanding each client's unique challenges to implement actionable strategies that maximise profitability and ensure regulatory compliance. With a proven track record in statutory year-end accounts and financial health checks, we provide the technical expertise and personal service that has earned us long-standing client relationships.Our team maintains continuous professional development to stay ahead of legislative changes, ensuring clients receive accurate, forward-thinking advice. From R&D tax relief claims to emergency financial support, we combine technical excellence with a commitment to transparency and accessibility. Our culture of prompt communication, including guaranteed callback policies, ensures clients receive timely, reliable support when they need it most. This combination of experience, adaptability, and personal service has established us as trusted advisors to businesses nationwide.
Services
Business Planning
Tax Compliance
Payroll Services
Financial Health Checks
HMRC Negotiations
Statutory Accounts
R&D Tax Relief
Growth Strategy
Management Accounts
VAT Registrations
Highlights and features
- We offer practical, jargon-free accountancy solutions tailored to SME needs
- Our team includes Chartered Accountants with specialist HMRC negotiation experience
- We provide emergency financial support services for urgent business needs
- We combine 30+ years' industry experience with continuous professional development
- Our guaranteed callback policy ensures timely, reliable client communication
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants
- Chartered Management Accountants
What people say
Proactive financial guidance
Timely communication
Expert HMRC negotiations
Business growth support
Personalised service
Services
Business Planning
Our business planning service creates actionable roadmaps for growth by analysing current operations and market position. We develop realistic financial projections and milestone tracking systems to guide decision-making. With 30 years' industry experience, we ensure plans remain adaptable to changing market conditions while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
Tax Compliance
We provide comprehensive tax compliance solutions covering corporation tax, VAT, and personal tax returns. Our experts monitor legislative changes to implement tax-efficient strategies while ensuring full HMRC compliance. Services include tax relief claims, penalty avoidance, and structured payment plans for outstanding liabilities.
Payroll Services
Our payroll service ensures accurate, timely employee payments while maintaining full compliance with tax and employment regulations. We handle PAYE, auto-enrolment pensions, and statutory payments, using advanced systems to streamline processes and eliminate compliance risks for businesses of all sizes.
HMRC Negotiations
We act as intermediaries between businesses and HMRC, resolving tax investigations and disputes with professional representation. Our team negotiates payment plans, reduces assessed liabilities, and ensures compliance while protecting client interests through transparent communication and documented processes.
Financial Health Checks
Our financial health checks assess business performance through detailed analysis of accounts, cash flow, and financial projections. We identify inefficiencies, verify record accuracy, and recommend corrective actions to improve financial stability and support sustainable growth strategies.
People
Graham Cook
Senior Partner
Chartered Accountant with 30+ years' experience in music, retail, and property sectors. Lectures industry peers and provides strategic leadership. Combines technical expertise with practical business insight to deliver growth-focused solutions.
Mark Twinberrow
Partner
FMAAT-qualified partner specialising in tax minimisation and compliance. Manages key accounts and day-to-day operations. Recognised for exceptional client service and technical proficiency in statutory filings and tax strategy.
Mike Kain
Account Manager
Experienced FCCA-qualified accountant with expertise in financial reporting and business advisory. Provides meticulous attention to detail in client account management while maintaining strong industry knowledge across multiple sectors.
David Collins
Account Manager
Construction industry tax specialist with 37 years' experience. Ensures compliance for contractors and subcontractors while managing HMRC investigations with professional expertise and thorough documentation practices.
Hazel Allen
Payroll Manager
Payroll expert with 45 years' business experience. Oversees all payroll operations including auto-enrolment pensions. Combines technical proficiency with client-focused service to ensure accurate, compliant wage management solutions.
Questions
What accounting services do you specialise in?
We specialise in business planning, tax compliance, payroll management, HMRC negotiations, statutory accounts, and R&D tax relief claims for SMEs across multiple sectors.
Do you offer emergency financial support?
Yes, we provide emergency HMRC negotiation services for businesses facing urgent tax compliance issues, with guaranteed prompt response and practical solutions.
How do you stay updated with tax regulations?
Our Chartered Accountants maintain continuous professional development and industry accreditation to ensure compliance with all current tax legislation and reporting requirements.
Can you help with business growth strategies?
Yes, we develop tailored growth strategies combining financial analysis, market assessment, and funding advice to support sustainable business expansion and profitability.
What makes your firm different from other accountants?
We combine technical excellence with practical business experience, offering accessible, jargon-free advice and guaranteed timely communication for all clients.
Do you work with businesses outside the West Midlands?
While based in Halesowen, we serve clients nationwide, providing remote support through secure digital systems and regular communication channels.
