Business Details
Trusted Accountants in Preston for SMEs
H W R Accountants is a family-run accountancy firm established over 35 years ago, dedicated to providing tailored financial solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. Our team of qualified professionals combines decades of experience with a personal approach, ensuring clients receive clear, concise advice focused on their individual needs. We specialise in business start-up guidance, tax compliance, and strategic financial planning, offering fixed-price agreements and flexible appointment times. With a commitment to maintaining the same personal service since our founding, we support clients through all stages of business development. Our expertise extends to payroll management, VAT compliance, and HMRC investigations, alongside consultancy services for system optimisation and risk management.We prioritise transparency, offering a free initial consultation to build trust and understanding with new clients. Our strategic development is led by Tim Rotheram, a Chartered Certified Accountant with over a decade of experience, ensuring our services remain aligned with evolving regulatory requirements. Located in Preston, we serve local businesses while maintaining a reputation for reliability and professionalism across the region. Our client testimonials highlight our responsiveness, expertise, and the value of our long-term partnerships with businesses spanning various industries.
Services
Business Start Up
Taxation
Compliance Services
Support Services
Consultancy & Systems Advice
Investments & Pensions
Payroll Management
VAT Services
HMRC Investigations
Bookkeeping
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in accountancy services for SMEs
- Our team includes Chartered Certified Accountants with HMRC compliance expertise
- We offer fixed-price agreements and flexible appointment times
- We provide free initial consultations for all new business clients
- Our services are tailored to meet individual business needs and growth plans
Associations and certifications
- ACCA
What people say
Highly recommended
Professional service
Excellent advice
Fast and efficient
Always contactable
Services
Business Start Up
We guide new businesses through formation, helping choose appropriate legal structures and complete necessary registrations. Our services include business plan development, cash flow forecasting, and accounting system setup. We ensure compliance with Companies House and HMRC requirements while providing ongoing support for financial management.
Taxation
Our tax services cover corporation tax, personal tax returns, and VAT compliance. We provide strategic tax planning to minimise liabilities while maintaining HMRC compliance. We also offer representation during tax investigations and audits, ensuring clients receive expert support for complex tax matters and regulatory challenges.
Compliance Services
We handle annual accounts preparation, payroll reporting, and pension auto-enrolment compliance. Our team ensures accurate submission of statutory documents to HMRC and Companies House. We support businesses with real-time information reporting requirements and partnership tax returns to maintain full regulatory compliance.
Support Services
Our support services include bookkeeping, payroll management, and financial reporting. We provide tailored solutions for businesses needing temporary support or ongoing accounting assistance. Our team ensures accurate record-keeping and timely submission of statutory returns to maintain financial transparency and compliance.
Consultancy & Systems Advice
We offer strategic advice on system implementation, risk management, and operational efficiency. Our consultancy services help businesses select appropriate accounting software, improve financial reporting processes, and implement cost-saving measures. We provide independent assessments to enhance business performance and regulatory compliance.
People
Tim Rotheram
Director
Tim Rotheram, a Chartered Certified Accountant, leads H W R Accountants. With over a decade of experience since qualifying in 2009, he focuses on strategic development while maintaining the firm's commitment to personal service. Born in Preston, he balances business growth with family life and local community involvement.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide business start-up support, tax compliance, payroll management, and financial reporting services tailored to small businesses' needs.
Do you offer fixed-price accounting packages?
Yes, we offer fixed-price agreements with transparent pricing for our core accounting services and compliance requirements.
How can you help with tax investigations?
Our team provides expert representation during HMRC investigations, ensuring compliant resolution while protecting your business interests.
What are your qualifications as accountants?
We are Chartered Certified Accountants with ACCA accreditation, maintaining professional standards in all financial advisory services.
Do you support businesses with payroll requirements?
Yes, we handle payroll processing, real-time information reporting, and pension auto-enrolment compliance for businesses of all sizes.
How do you ensure compliance with changing regulations?
We monitor regulatory updates continuously and proactively advise clients on compliance requirements for tax and accounting practices.
