Business Details
Chartered Accountants in Preston & Blackpool
Established in 1880, Rushtons Chartered Accountants is a family-owned chartered accountancy firm with offices in Preston and Blackpool. Our team of qualified professionals specialises in cloud accounting, family business advisory, payroll services, tax compliance, and forensic accounting. With over 140 years of combined experience, we provide tailored solutions for businesses at every stage, from start-ups to established enterprises. Our approach combines cutting-edge technology with traditional values, ensuring clients receive accurate, timely advice while maintaining personal relationships.We hold memberships with NIFA and have developed expertise in trust and estate tax planning, audit assurance, and business consultancy. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our modern office facilities, investment in staff development, and proactive client education initiatives.
Services
Cloud Accounting
Family Business Advisory
Payroll Services
Tax Compliance
Audit Assurance
Business Start-up
Trust & Estate Tax
Forensic Accounting
Financial Management
Consultancy Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 140+ years of combined accounting expertise with modern technology integration
- Our family business specialists understand multi-generational wealth management challenges
- We provide free initial consultations with qualified chartered accountants
- Our NIFA network membership enhances forensic accounting capabilities
- We maintain low staff turnover ensuring consistent client relationships
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Expert tax planning
Family business specialists
Proactive advice
Long-term relationships
Technical expertise
Services
Cloud Accounting
Our cloud accounting services utilise Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage platforms to provide real-time financial management. Qualified accountants oversee system integration, transaction recording, and VAT return preparation while ensuring compliance with Making Tax Digital requirements. Clients benefit from secure, 24/7 access to financial data with automated reconciliation processes.
Family Business Advisory
Specialised support for family-owned businesses covering tax-efficient succession strategies, SSAS pension schemes, and trust formation. We provide tailored financial reporting and multi-generational tax planning while maintaining sensitivity to family dynamics and long-term business legacy preservation requirements.
Payroll Services
Winckley Payroll Services handles all aspects of employee compensation including RTI submissions, tax credit calculations, and confidential payslip generation. Our HMRC-recognised systems ensure compliance with evolving legislation while maintaining data confidentiality for senior management remuneration packages.
Tax Compliance
Comprehensive tax management covering corporation tax, personal tax returns, and VAT optimisation. Our specialists provide HMRC investigation support and tax protection strategies while maintaining compliance with current legislation through proactive planning and documentation.
Audit Assurance
We conduct statutory audits for entities, multi-scheme pensions, and charities while providing system improvement recommendations. Our audit team led by qualified professionals combines on-site assessments with remote analysis to ensure compliance and operational efficiency enhancements.
People
Chris Calvert
Director
Second-generation accountant with 15+ years' experience, specialising in family business advisory. Qualified in 2012, now leads strategic direction while maintaining focus on client relationships and business growth.
Adam Calvert
Director
Former PwC auditor with specialist forensic accounting expertise. Qualified in 2010, oversees audit assurance services and leads statutory audit engagements across diverse industry sectors.
Neil Calvert
Consultant
Founder's generation with 40+ years' experience. Qualified in 1980, provides strategic guidance while maintaining active consultancy role in complex tax and business advisory matters.
Angela Tranter
Tax Director
Tax specialist with 20+ years' experience managing complex compliance cases. Leads Preston's most experienced tax team, focusing on corporate and personal tax optimisation strategies.
Vicky Calvert
Head of Operations
Former Big Four operations manager with 12 years' experience. Oversees practice efficiency improvements and technology implementation across both office locations.
Questions
What accounting software do you support?
We specialise in Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage platforms, providing implementation support and integration with additional business applications.
How do you assist family-owned businesses?
We offer tailored succession planning, SSAS pension schemes, and multi-generational tax strategies while maintaining sensitivity to family dynamics.
Can you handle complex tax investigations?
Our tax team provides HMRC investigation support with specialist forensic accounting capabilities through our NIFA network membership.
Do you offer payroll confidentiality?
Yes, our Winckley Payroll Services maintains strict confidentiality for senior management remuneration packages and sensitive payroll data.
What audit services do you provide?
We conduct statutory audits for entities, charities, and multi-scheme pensions with combined on-site and remote assessment approaches.
How do you support business start-ups?
We assist with business structure selection, financial planning, compliance registrations, and accounting system implementation for new enterprises.
