Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants for Rural Businesses
Established in 1998, we are a dedicated team of chartered accountants and business advisers specialising in agricultural and rural businesses. Our deep understanding of farming, accountancy, and taxation enables us to deliver tailored solutions that address the unique challenges faced by our clients. Leveraging modern technology, we serve clients nationwide while maintaining a hands-on approach through regular farm visits. Our commitment to building long-term relationships ensures we provide proactive advice that supports both immediate needs and future growth. With a team of qualified professionals, we combine technical expertise with practical insights to help clients navigate financial complexities.Our focus on continuous learning and industry-specific knowledge positions us as trusted partners in the agricultural sector. We prioritise transparency, ethical standards, and client-centric service to deliver reliable, actionable guidance. By staying attuned to regulatory changes and market trends, we empower clients to make informed decisions. Our collaborative approach ensures clients receive comprehensive support across accountancy, tax planning, and business strategy. This dedication to excellence has solidified our reputation as specialists in rural business advisory services.
Services
Accountancy
Tax Planning
Business Advisory
Digital Solutions
Strategic Planning
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialist experience in agricultural accountancy.
- Our team includes chartered accountants and tax specialists with rural expertise.
- We combine digital innovation with regular on-farm client visits.
- Our advisory approach focuses on long-term business sustainability for farms.
- We provide tailored tax planning solutions aligned with agricultural cycles.
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
- Chartered Institute of Taxation
Services
Accountancy
We provide comprehensive accountancy services tailored to agricultural businesses, including bookkeeping, financial reporting, and audit support. Our team ensures compliance with regulatory standards while offering strategic insights to improve financial performance. With expertise in farming-specific accounting challenges, we help clients maintain accurate records and make data-driven decisions.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services focus on minimising liabilities while ensuring compliance for rural businesses. We specialise in agricultural tax regulations, inheritance tax planning, and capital gains strategies. By staying updated on legislative changes, we help farmers and landowners optimise their tax positions through proactive, customised solutions aligned with business cycles.
Business Advisory
We offer strategic business advisory services to support growth and sustainability in the agricultural sector. Our consultants provide benchmarking analysis, diversification strategies, and succession planning tailored to farming enterprises. Through regular on-site visits, we deliver actionable recommendations that address operational challenges and long-term business objectives.
Digital Solutions
Our digital solutions help rural businesses adopt modern accounting software like QuickBooks while maintaining data security. We provide training, cloud migration support, and system integration tailored to agricultural operations. These tools enable real-time financial management, improving efficiency for clients across the UK.
Strategic Planning
We assist agricultural clients with long-term strategic planning, including estate management, business restructuring, and succession strategies. Our approach combines financial analysis with sector-specific insights to create sustainable growth plans. By anticipating market changes, we help clients build resilience and adapt to evolving industry demands.
People
James Hutchinson
Director
A chartered accountant with extensive farming experience, James founded the firm in 1998. He specialises in advising agricultural businesses on financial strategy and tax planning. His practical knowledge stems from growing up on a demonstration dairy farm and working with diverse agricultural enterprises.
Simon Bennett
Director
Simon brings agricultural expertise from family farming and a national accountancy firm's agricultural team. He focuses on estate planning, business restructuring, and tax advice for farming clients. He also serves as a trustee for multiple charities related to rural communities.
Claire Hockly
Director
Claire qualified as a chartered accountant in 2011 and has developed specialist knowledge in agricultural accountancy. She balances her professional work with motorsport interests, maintaining strong connections to rural industries through her client base.
Joe Attwood
Director
Joe qualified as a chartered accountant in 2019 and leads the firm's QuickBooks support team. He combines technical accounting skills with a focus on helping rural businesses adopt digital solutions. His background includes training in both Hereford and Newport.
Julianne Hutchinson
Director
A chartered accountant since 1990, Julianne co-founded the firm and oversees quality control and training. She manages practice operations while maintaining expertise in regulatory compliance. Her personal interests include sheep farming and countryside conservation.
Questions
What specialist services do you offer for agricultural businesses?
We provide accountancy, tax planning, and business advisory services specifically tailored to farming and rural enterprises. This includes inheritance tax planning, diversification strategies, and agricultural grant management.
How do you support clients outside traditional office hours?
While we operate during standard business hours, we offer flexible communication through digital platforms and schedule farm visits at times convenient for clients' operational needs.
What makes your firm different from general accountancy practices?
Our team combines chartered accounting qualifications with practical agricultural experience, ensuring we understand sector-specific challenges like seasonal cash flow and land management taxation.
How do you help clients adopt digital accounting tools?
We provide tailored software training, cloud migration support, and ongoing technical assistance to help rural businesses implement digital solutions effectively while maintaining data security.
Can you assist with succession planning for family farms?
Yes, we specialise in creating succession strategies that ensure smooth transitions while addressing tax implications and preserving business continuity for future generations.
