Business Details
41 Years
experience
Expert Accounting Services for SMEs
EQ Accountants has been delivering expert accounting, tax, and advisory solutions for over four decades. Our firm combines deep technical expertise with a client-centric approach, prioritising long-term relationships and proactive support. With a team of 225 professionals, including 48 trainees, we specialise in serving SMEs across agriculture, healthcare, leisure, technology, and charity sectors. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through tailored financial management, audit assurance, and succession planning services. We pride ourselves on understanding clients' unique challenges, offering virtual finance teams, and navigating complex tax landscapes.Recognised as 100% SME Champions, our partners bring sector-specific knowledge and a forward-thinking mindset to every engagement. From payroll administration to strategic business growth advice, we ensure clients receive both technical precision and personal dedication. Our reputation for reliability and innovation has been built through consistent delivery of value-driven outcomes that extend beyond traditional accounting services.
Services
Accounting Services
Tax Advisory
Succession Planning
Payroll Management
Audit Assurance
Bookkeeping
R&D Tax Credits
Corporate Restructuring
VAT Compliance
Financial Strategy
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience serving SMEs across diverse sectors
- Our team includes specialist partners in tax, audit, and succession planning
- We provide proactive, tailored financial management solutions
- Our 100% SME Champion status reflects dedicated client support
- We combine technical expertise with personal, farm-to-boardroom understanding
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Proactive support
Personalised approach
Seamless transition
Expertise in tax
Professional team
Services
Accounting Services
Our accounting services provide comprehensive financial management solutions tailored to business needs. We handle accounts preparation, cloud accounting, and outsourced finance teams while delivering strategic advice to optimise performance. With sector-specific expertise across agriculture, healthcare, and technology, we ensure accurate reporting and regulatory compliance. Our proactive approach helps clients focus on growth while we manage financial complexities.
Tax Advisory
Specialist tax advisory services combine technical expertise with practical business advice. We address complex tax challenges, from basic computations to international structuring, while identifying efficiency opportunities. Our team advises on transaction tax, employee incentives, and succession planning, ensuring compliance while minimising liabilities. With dedicated Taxperts covering SMEs across diverse sectors, we deliver strategic tax planning that supports long-term business goals.
Succession Planning
Comprehensive succession planning services ensure smooth business transitions for owners seeking retirement or structural changes. We facilitate family discussions, develop tax-efficient strategies, and create contingency plans for business continuity. Our specialists address valuation, buy-sell agreements, and employee ownership models while considering both personal and commercial implications. This service safeguards business value and ensures sustainable leadership transitions.
Payroll Management
Bespoke payroll management solutions handle all aspects of employee compensation and compliance. Our dedicated team processes payments, manages pension enrollments, and ensures HMRC compliance while adapting to evolving business needs. With specialist support for multi-company structures and outsourced requirements, we provide accurate, timely payroll administration. The service includes dedicated contacts for each client, ensuring personalised attention and regulatory adherence.
Audit Assurance
Professional audit and assurance services deliver credible financial reporting while identifying business improvement opportunities. Our Chartered Accountants conduct thorough assessments of financial systems, controls, and compliance requirements. The audit process provides valuable insights for risk mitigation, fraud prevention, and operational efficiency improvements. We work closely with clients to understand business objectives before conducting audits that support informed decision-making and long-term growth strategies.
People
David Morrison
Partner
Chartered accountant with 25+ years' experience specialising in tax planning and business structuring. Advises owner-managed businesses and leisure sector clients while supporting dementia charities through personal commitments.
Angela Haig
Partner
Tax specialist with expertise in international tax and agricultural partnerships. Brings 15+ years' experience advising high net worth individuals and businesses while maintaining active equestrian interests.
Gordon Buist
Partner
Specialist tax advisor with focus on family businesses and corporate restructuring. Represents client interests on CIOT technical committees while maintaining brass banding commitments since childhood.
Rachel Bell
Partner
Business tax expert with specialism in R&D claims and healthcare sector advisory. Promotes innovative business solutions while balancing international travel interests with professional commitments.
Victoria Ivinson
Partner
Succession planning specialist with agricultural sector expertise. Combines farming background with tax planning knowledge to advise rural businesses while serving on Scottish Land & Estates Tax Committee.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for SMEs?
We provide full accounting services including accounts preparation, management accounts, cloud accounting solutions, and outsourced finance teams tailored to SME requirements across multiple sectors.
How do you support agricultural businesses?
Our rural specialists offer sector-specific advice covering succession planning, tax compliance, and business growth strategies informed by our team's farming backgrounds and industry expertise.
Can you help with R&D tax credit claims?
Yes, our specialist team identifies eligible R&D activities and prepares compliant claims to help businesses maximise tax relief opportunities across technology and innovation sectors.
What succession planning services do you provide?
We offer comprehensive succession planning including family business transitions, ownership transfers, and contingency planning with tax-efficient structuring for long-term business sustainability.
How does your payroll service work?
Our dedicated payroll team manages full payroll administration, pension compliance, and VAT reporting with tailored solutions for businesses of all sizes and structures.
Do you offer audit services for charities?
Yes, we provide audit and assurance services for charities including compliance with SORP requirements and financial reporting tailored to the sector's specific regulations.
