Business Details
37 Years
experience
Chartered Accountants in Sale
Established in 1989, Dale Pickard has built a reputation as a trusted accounting firm serving small and medium businesses in Sale and beyond. Rebranded from Dale Pickard in 2020, our team of six professionals combines decades of experience with a client-focused approach. We specialise in delivering tailored financial, accounting, and tax solutions while maintaining the personal touch that distinguishes us from larger firms. Our expertise spans diverse industries including construction, healthcare, hospitality, and IT, enabling us to address unique business challenges with practical solutions. As members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), we uphold the highest professional standards and ethics.Our commitment to transparency is reflected in our guarantees: free initial consultations, fixed-fee quotations, and no fixed-term contracts. We prioritise responsiveness, aiming to address client inquiries within one working day while ensuring all communications remain cost-free. Our team's qualifications and indemnity insurance provide additional assurance of our reliability and expertise. By blending technical proficiency with approachable service, we strive to become an integral part of our clients' success stories.
Services
Business Accounts
Bookkeeping
VAT Returns
Payroll Services
Tax Planning
Xero Migration
Company Formation
Tax Enquiries
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer free initial no-obligation meetings with qualified accountants
- Our team holds full ICAEW membership and professional indemnity insurance
- We guarantee response to inquiries within one working day
- We provide fixed-fee quotations with no hidden costs
- We serve diverse industries including construction, healthcare, and IT
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Knowledgeable and approachable team
Prompt response to inquiries
Substantial tax savings achieved
Exceptional accounting service
Professional and personable staff
Services
Business Accounts
We collaborate with clients to create tailored tax-efficient strategies through annual accounts, management accounts, and company secretarial services. Our expertise covers diverse industries including construction, healthcare, and IT. By combining client business knowledge with our technical proficiency, we ensure compliance while optimising financial outcomes.
VAT Services
Our VAT specialists handle registrations, return submissions, and compliance checks while advising on optimal schemes like cash accounting. We prepare businesses for HMRC audits and ensure accurate quarterly submissions. Our approach balances regulatory requirements with practical tax-saving opportunities for SMEs.
Payroll Services
We manage payroll processing, auto-enrolment pensions, and CIS returns while ensuring PAYE compliance. Our services include RTI submissions and benefits-in-kind reporting. We help businesses maintain accurate employee records while adhering to evolving tax regulations and employment laws.
Tax Planning
We develop strategic tax plans covering corporation tax, capital gains, and inheritance tax. Our services include R&D tax credits assessment and personal tax return preparation. We focus on legal tax minimisation while maximising client financial retention through proactive planning.
Xero Migration
We assist businesses transitioning to Xero cloud accounting software through system setup and data migration. Our training services help clients utilise automation features and interpret financial reports. We provide ongoing technical support for Xero users to streamline accounting processes.
People
Mark Pickard
Director
Qualified ACA accountant since 2012, managing director since 2020. Holds dual ACCA and ICAEW qualifications. Specialises in SME financial strategy and business growth support. Durham University graduate with 15 years' experience in practice.
Dale Pickard
Director
FCA qualified accountant with 40+ years' experience. Founded the practice in 1989. Manchester University graduate specialising in tax compliance and business succession planning. Provides strategic oversight for complex client cases.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide business accounts, bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, tax planning, and Xero migration services tailored to SME needs.
How do you differ from other accountants?
We combine ICAEW-accredited expertise with personal service, offering fixed fees, no contracts, and guaranteed response times while serving diverse industries.
Can you help with business formation?
Yes, we assist with company incorporation, registered office provision, and initial tax registrations to establish your business correctly.
Do you offer tax investigation support?
We provide full representation during HMRC audits and tax enquiries, including preparation of required documentation and correspondence.
How quickly do you respond to client requests?
We aim to respond to all calls and emails within one working day, typically on the same day of receipt.
What industries do you specialise in?
We work with construction, healthcare, hospitality, IT, retail, and professional services businesses, among others.
