Cottons Group Rugby
Accountant in Rugby, Warwickshire
Cottons Chartered Accountants operate from several locations, including Northampton, Daventry, Rugby, Milton Keynes, Lutterworth and London, offering expert financial support to individuals, startups and small to medium-sized enterprises. Since 1983, we have been known for delivering bespoke advice with a strong emphasis on clarity, personal attention and avoiding unnecessary technical jargon. Our services span tax compliance, audit processes and business consultancy, all delivered with a client-focused mindset.As a firm regulated by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, we pride ourselves on maintaining exemplary standards of integrity, discretion and compliance. We adopt a solution-oriented approach rooted in decades of professional insight, allowing our clients to operate and expand with assurance. Recognition through nominations in the Xero Awards and Accounting Excellence Awards across two consecutive years, together with outstanding online reviews, reflects the trust and satisfaction of those we serve. At Cottons, we offer more than financial guidance we provide the confidence to succeed.
Business Details
- Licensed and insured
- Year established: 1983
- Number of employees: 100
Highlights & Specialties
- Clear, actionable business insight beyond the numbers
- Complete accounting and tax solutions under one roof
- Expert business advice tailored to your growth
- Efficient, thorough audits with a practical approach
- Dedicated support for mergers and acquisitions
- Flexible, real-time management and payroll services
Professional Associations & Certifications
- ICAEW
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Products & Services
About Us
read moreSince our founding, Cottons has stood for quality service, expert guidance, and a commitment to client success. Our expansion from a small local firm to a nationally recognised name reflects the dedication of our people. With over 100 staff across key locations, we offer comprehensive financial services tailored to your business needs. Excellence is the standard we uphold.Accounts & outsourcing
read moreBy outsourcing your accounting needs to us, youll benefit from professional support that is both accurate and prompt. We handle essential financial operations with expertise, from balance sheet reconciliations to inventory costings. Our service is designed to reduce your workload and improve decision-making. Let our specialists enhance your financial efficiency with confidence.Audit and assurance
read moreWith our audit and assurance services, you benefit from a methodical, client-focused process designed to reduce stress and add value. We tailor each audit to fit your operational needs and help you better understand your financial position. By combining expertise with open communication, we support you in meeting regulatory standards and strategic goals.Tax Services
read moreCottons provides professional tax services designed to help businesses and individuals manage their tax affairs efficiently. We ensure accurate filing of self-assessment returns and careful planning of tax liabilities, including inheritance and capital gains tax. Our team is committed to minimising confusion and maximising your potential savings in a compliant manner.Business Advisory
read moreWe offer a comprehensive Business Advisory service focused on delivering precise, tailored advice to propel your business forward. Our process involves analysing critical indicators, revenue channels, and competitors to uncover growth avenues. We commit to transparency and directness, furnishing you with the essential guidance required for success.Corporate Finance
read moreOur Corporate Finance team at Cottons supports clients at every stage of their business lifecycle, including start-up, mergers, shared ownership, and retirement planning. We appreciate the need for prompt and accurate strategic counsel, offering a free exploratory workshop to understand your objectives and tailor our services accordingly, ensuring your business goals are met efficiently.Reviews Write a Review
Dan Martin
Jun 26, 2025
Since setting up our company the team at Cottons have always been such a great support to us. Special mentions to Mark Palmer and Tejas Pathak. I wouldn't hesitate recommending them to anyone.
Cleaver Electrical Services Services Ltd
Feb 25, 2025
Having dealt with Daria for a long while I have always found her very proactive, polite and instructive.
Mandy Daniels
Jun 08, 2024
Tejas is always thoroughly helpful with my Payroll queries. He is always very polite and no matter how simple my query is he always explains to me how to solve the problem.
Alison Lutener
Apr 06, 2024
Excellent payroll support with very clear explanations and swift responses to any questions. A great help to our company to know all payroll aspects are managed so well. Used for many years and highly recommend.
Vince Mcnulty
Jan 16, 2024
Cirrus Trading Limited have been working with Cottons since 2020.
We use both the Payroll & Accounting services. On both fronts the staff have always been incredibly helpful, courteous and professional. Daria Krzemien and Callum James who I currently work closely with require a special mention. I will continue to use Cottons, and I would highly recommend cottons services to everyone.
We use both the Payroll & Accounting services. On both fronts the staff have always been incredibly helpful, courteous and professional. Daria Krzemien and Callum James who I currently work closely with require a special mention. I will continue to use Cottons, and I would highly recommend cottons services to everyone.
Hannah Price
Jan 06, 2018
A trusted adviser for my business, providing excellent guidance and prompt responses.
Key People
Adam Schofield
Corporate Finance Managerread moreAdam joined Cottons at the beginning of 2021 as Corporate Finance Executive after becoming a qualified accountant at his previous firm in 2019. After graduating from the University of the West of England in Bristol with a degree in Economics, Adam started his career as an Auditor before making the move into Corporate Finance. Having gained experience with owner-managed businesses while in the audit sector, Adam then wanted to continue working with SMEs, but on more interesting and exciting projects.
Now as the Corporate Finance Assistant Manager, his role at Cottons involved supporting Guy in all areas of the Corporate Finance Department as well as managing his own engagements. One of Adams favourite parts of the job is meeting clients and finding out about their businesses and ambitions for the future.
Now as the Corporate Finance Assistant Manager, his role at Cottons involved supporting Guy in all areas of the Corporate Finance Department as well as managing his own engagements. One of Adams favourite parts of the job is meeting clients and finding out about their businesses and ambitions for the future.
Emma Reid
Partnerread moreEmma joined Cottons as a trainee in 2004 following the completion of an Accounting with Law degree at the University of East Anglia. Four years later she qualified as a Chartered Accountant whilst building experience working in general practice in our Daventry office. Since 2011 Emma has been based from our Rugby office working closely with owner-managed SMEs in a wide range of sectors to fulfil their accounting and taxation requirements, she made partner in 2018. Outside of work Emma enjoys spending time with her young family and cocker spaniel, Poppy.
Mark Palmer
Partnerread moreMark is a Partner in our Rugby office. He specialises in general tax planning advising both owner managed businesses and private individuals. Mark said:
My job is varied, I like to develop a relationship with my clients and find that I am often the first port of call on matters that have little to do with accountancy.
My job is varied, I like to develop a relationship with my clients and find that I am often the first port of call on matters that have little to do with accountancy.
Curtis Watson
Client Managerread moreCurtis joined Cottons in October 2023 and has been assisting with the transition of our recent acquisition of Astute Services Ltd. Curtis looks after a large portfolio of clients which continues to grow. He particularly enjoys meetings clients to talk through their accounts and tax returns and likes helping them to understand their financial position. Curtis also assists clients to plan for future growth and business sustainability.
A qualified chartered accountant, with the ACCA professional accreditation, Curtis works with a wide range of businesses, from sole traders through to larger businesses across a range of sectors.
A qualified chartered accountant, with the ACCA professional accreditation, Curtis works with a wide range of businesses, from sole traders through to larger businesses across a range of sectors.
Luke Prout
Tax Partnerread moreLuke joined Cottons in June 2024 as a Tax Partner and has over 20 years experience in providing tax compliance and advisory services to all sizes of business, their owners, within the UK and also internationally. Prior to joining Cottons, Luke spent 6 years as a Partner of a Top 40 accounting practice and before then spent 13 years at a Top 15 practice. Lukes expertise spans a wide array of tax areas, including Company Tax, Income Tax, Stamp Duty Land Tax, VAT, Inheritance Tax, and Employment Taxes.