Business Details
Expert Accountancy Services in Burnley
Established to empower businesses through expert financial guidance, we have dedicated ourselves to transforming accounting challenges into strategic advantages. With over two decades of experience serving clients in Burnley and beyond, our approach combines technical excellence with a deep understanding of business dynamics. We specialise in bridging day-to-day accounting needs with long-term strategic goals, ensuring clients achieve both compliance and growth. Our team of chartered accountants delivers tailored solutions, from tax planning to audit assurance, while maintaining a relentless focus on client success. Through continuous innovation, including cloud-based technologies, we provide forward-thinking support that adapts to evolving business landscapes.Our commitment to personalised service ensures every client receives strategic counsel aligned with their unique objectives. This philosophy has enabled us to help organisations navigate challenges ranging from cashflow management to successful business exits. By prioritising transparency and accessibility, we've built lasting partnerships with clients across sectors, including charities and academy schools. Our proven track record in handling complex regulatory requirements demonstrates our capability to address specialised accounting needs. Ultimately, our success is measured by the sustained growth and satisfaction of the businesses we serve.
Services
Business accountancy
Charities accounting
Tax compliance
Audit assurance
Cloud accounting
Payroll services
Financial planning
Business advisory
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in business accountancy solutions
- Our team provides personalised cloud-based accounting services
- Specialists in academy schools' regulatory requirements
- Chartered accountants with charity sector expertise
- Proven track record in successful business exit strategies
Associations and certifications
- Registered Auditors
What people say
Professional, thorough and supportive
Knowledgeable accountant
Approachable, professional and trusted
Prompt manner
Instrumental in making the company
Services
Business accountancy
We provide comprehensive annual accounts preparation for HMRC and Companies House filings. Our service includes financial performance analysis and future planning discussions covering dividend and pension strategies. The team helps businesses understand their financial position while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements through professional accounting support.
Charities accounting
Specialist accounting services for charitable organisations with complex regulatory requirements. Our team handles charity-specific taxation rules and compliance needs, led by an experienced charity trustee. We support clients with audit requirements and regulatory expectations while providing ongoing accounting guidance tailored to the non-profit sector.
Tax compliance
Comprehensive tax planning and compliance services covering personal and business tax returns. We ensure accurate tax calculations while advising on tax-efficient structures. Our specialists handle HMRC enquiries and provide guidance on expense claims, with particular expertise in NHS pension scheme tax implications for medical clients.
Audit assurance
Independent financial statement audits for organisations requiring statutory or voluntary assurance. We specialise in audits for charities with income over 1m and businesses meeting specific turnover thresholds. Our service includes pre-audit planning and ongoing support, with auditors maintaining continuity to ensure deep understanding of client operations.
Cloud accounting
Modern cloud-based accounting solutions using QuickBooks Online, Xero, and Sage One platforms. Our service includes bookkeeping, VAT return preparation, and payroll management with BACS-approved submissions. We provide quarterly financial reviews and reporting to support strategic business decision-making through up-to-date financial information.
People
Mark Heaton
Managing Director
Chartered accountant with 25 years' experience in charity sector accounting. Provides specialist knowledge of academy schools' regulatory requirements and charity legislation while leading audit engagements for non-profit organisations.
Richard Howarth
Director
Expert accountant with six years' advisory experience helping businesses recover from financial difficulties. Specialises in strategic guidance for business growth and succession planning, with particular success in supporting companies to achieve 1.2m annual turnover.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for businesses?
We provide annual accounts preparation, tax compliance, audit assurance, cloud accounting solutions, and strategic business advisory services.
Do you specialise in charity accounting?
Yes, we offer specialist charity accounting services including compliance with regulatory requirements and audit support for non-profit organisations.
Can you help with academy school financial statements?
Our team has specific expertise in academy school accounting, including compliance with education sector regulations and charity legislation.
What cloud accounting software do you support?
We support QuickBooks Online, Xero, Sage One and Sage 50C for bookkeeping and payroll management requirements.
How do you handle audit requirements?
As registered auditors, we provide financial statement audits with continuity of audit teams and pre-audit planning support.
What tax planning services do you offer?
We provide tax efficiency advice, HMRC compliance support, and specialist guidance on NHS pension scheme tax implications.
