Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accountants & Tax Advisers in Aberdeen
Established over five decades ago by Atholl Scott, our firm has consistently combined a personal touch with professional expertise to deliver exceptional accountancy and tax advisory services across Scotland. Our team specialises in bookkeeping, accounts preparation, taxation compliance, and HMRC negotiations, supported by proactive updates on legislative changes affecting clients. With local offices in Aberdeen, Inverurie, and Banff, we serve sole traders, partnerships, SMEs, and large businesses, prioritising quality service over scale. Our directors, including Paul Pirie, Graeme Lindsay, Mark Sutherland, and Gavin West, bring extensive experience to ensure accurate financial management and regulatory compliance.We simplify complex processes like company formation, secretarial services, and business structure advice, enabling clients to focus on growth. By maintaining close working relationships and offering no-obligation consultations, we aim to reduce administrative burdens while enhancing profitability. Our tax experts provide tailored guidance on personal and corporate taxation, capital gains, inheritance planning, and property transactions, with accessible summaries of 2025/26 tax rates for informed decision-making. Client testimonials highlight our responsive support, technical proficiency, and ability to deliver practical solutions that align with individual business needs.
Services
Accounts Preparation
Payroll Services
Tax Compliance
Company Formation
Secretarial Services
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of accountancy experience since 1963
- Our local offices serve Aberdeen, Inverurie, and Banff directly
- We provide proactive tax updates for legislative changes
- Our directors hold specialist expertise in business compliance
- We ensure seamless transitions from existing accountants
What people say
Speedy responses
Invaluable support
Local branch accessibility
Proactive tax advice
Personalised service
Services
Accounts Preparation
Our experienced team prepares accurate annual accounts and management reports tailored to your business structure. We handle sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, ensuring compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements. By maintaining up-to-date bookkeeping systems, we help maximise profitability through precise financial oversight.
Payroll Services
We manage payroll processing, tax deductions, and statutory reporting for businesses of all sizes. Our services include real-time updates to HMRC, payslip generation, and compliance with evolving employment regulations. This ensures accurate employee payments while reducing administrative burdens for business owners.
Tax Compliance
Our experts provide comprehensive tax compliance solutions covering income tax, VAT, capital gains, and inheritance tax planning. We offer proactive guidance on legislative changes and property transaction taxes, supported by accessible 2025/26 rate summaries. This enables informed financial decisions while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Company Formation
We assist with establishing new businesses through appropriate structures like sole traders, partnerships, or limited companies. Services include registering with HMRC and Companies House, implementing bookkeeping systems, and advising on director obligations. This ensures a solid foundation for regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
Secretarial Services
Our company secretarial services cover director obligation updates, statutory filings, and governance requirements. We help maintain compliance with Companies Act regulations while managing administrative tasks, allowing business owners to focus on strategic growth initiatives without legal exposure risks.
People
Paul Pirie
Director
With extensive accountancy experience, Paul oversees strategic client relationships and ensures service excellence across all branches while maintaining technical compliance standards.
Graeme Lindsay
Director
Graeme specialises in business advisory services, providing expert guidance on company structures, tax planning, and regulatory compliance for growing enterprises.
Mark Sutherland
Director
Mark manages audit and assurance services, bringing precision to financial reporting while advising clients on improving profitability through accurate data analysis.
Gavin West
Director
Gavin leads tax advisory services, offering strategic planning solutions for personal and corporate taxation matters across Aberdeen and surrounding regions.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide accounts preparation, payroll management, tax compliance, company formation, and secretarial services for businesses of all sizes.
How do you differ from larger accounting firms?
We combine 50+ years of expertise with a personal touch, offering direct access to directors and tailored solutions rather than generic services.
Can you assist with business transitions?
Yes, we handle smooth transitions from existing accountants by coordinating with your current provider and maintaining continuity.
Do you provide tax planning guidance?
We offer proactive tax advice including inheritance planning, capital gains strategies, and compliance with changing legislation.
