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Trusted Chartered Accountants in Manchester & London
Established in 1976 and regulated by the ICAEW, Alexander & Co & Co is a trusted firm of chartered accountants, tax consultants, and business advisors with nearly five decades of experience. Our partner-led approach ensures clients receive direct access to senior expertise, combining deep sector knowledge with tailored financial solutions. We serve entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, and international companies across technology, property, retail, and healthcare sectors, offering services including strategic tax planning, audit assurance, corporate finance, and HMRC dispute resolution.With offices in Manchester and London, we prioritise long-term relationships, proactive advice, and compliance with evolving legislation. Our teams expertise in transactional taxes, forensic accounting, and business growth strategies has earned us recognition as one of the UKs leading independent firms, frequently recommended by clients for our reliability, integrity, and results-driven approach.
Services
Tax Advice
Audit Services
Crypto Tax Services
Corporate Finance
Business Restructuring
Property Tax
Payroll Services
HMRC Investigations
Making Tax Digital
Family Investment Companies
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- 50 years of experience supporting businesses across the UK and internationally
- Partner-led service with direct access to senior tax and accounting experts
- Specialist knowledge in crypto tax, HMRC investigations, and cloud accounting platforms
- Award-winning team with expertise in transactional and forensic taxes
- Offices in Manchester and London with nationwide client coverage
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Award-winning team
24/7 support
Sector expertise
Proactive advice
Reliable partners
Services
Tax Advice
Our tax advisors provide strategic guidance on corporate and personal tax matters, including Business Asset Disposal Relief, inheritance tax planning, and international tax compliance. We help clients navigate HMRC investigations and implement tax-efficient structures for property, crypto assets, and business disposals. With expertise in R&D tax credits and Making Tax Digital, we ensure compliance while minimising liabilities.
Audit Services
We deliver statutory and voluntary audit services for UK subsidiaries of overseas companies, ensuring compliance with IFRS and UK GAAP standards. Our team provides risk assessments, internal controls reviews, and group reporting assistance, combining technical expertise with sector-specific insights to enhance financial transparency and support business decision-making.
Crypto Tax Services
As UK leaders in crypto tax advisory, we assist investors, traders, and businesses with HMRC-compliant reporting for cryptocurrencies and NFTs. Our services include capital gains calculations, exchange audits, and structuring advice to ensure tax efficiency while navigating evolving regulations for digital assets.
Business Restructuring
We advise on demergers, share reorganisations, and tax-efficient restructuring strategies to improve profitability or resolve financial distress. Our team specialises in minimising tax liabilities during reorganisations, resolving shareholder disputes, and preparing businesses for mergers, acquisitions, or succession planning.
Corporate Finance
Our corporate finance experts support business growth through acquisitions, disposals, and fundraising strategies. We provide valuation services, due diligence, and tax-efficient structuring advice, leveraging sector-specific knowledge to maximise returns for clients in manufacturing, technology, and property sectors.
People
John McCaffery
Tax Partner
Head of tax at Alexander & Co & Co with prior experience at KPMG, PwC, and Grant Thornton. Specialises in transactional and forensic taxes for entrepreneurs, families, and businesses.
Stephen Jolley
Audit Partner
Qualified with KPMG in 1989, Stephen leads audit and assurance services with expertise in cross-border operations and transactional advice for overseas businesses operating in the UK.
Emma Ball
Audit Partner
Advises owner-managed businesses on audit and accountancy matters, with a focus on supporting startups and growth-stage companies through financial and tax planning challenges.
Gary Kramrisch
Audit Partner
Provides audit and corporate finance expertise to owner-manager businesses, combining knowledge of corporate accounting with forensic analysis and transactional support.
Questions
What types of businesses do you work with?
We support startups, owner-managed businesses, large corporates, and international groups across technology, property, retail, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors.
Are you regulated chartered accountants?
Yes, we are an ICAEW-regulated firm of chartered accountants and tax advisors, authorised to provide statutory audit services.
Do you offer virtual accounting services?
We support cloud accounting platforms like Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage, with digital onboarding and real-time financial reporting for remote clients.
Can you assist with HMRC tax investigations?
Our specialist team provides support for HMRC enquiries, tax dispute resolution, and compliance reviews, ensuring robust representation and mitigation strategies.
Where are your offices located?
Our head office is in Manchester City Centre, with a central London office serving clients across the South East and internationally.
