Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Chorley
Established in 1995 by experienced ex-Big Four professionals, we provide high-quality audit, accounting, tax, and advisory services across the UK. Our firm specialises in serving owner-managed businesses, large regional enterprises, UK subsidiaries of overseas groups, charities, and high-net-worth individuals. With a partner-led approach, we deliver tailored solutions that prioritise client needs and practical outcomes. Our team combines deep technical expertise with a commitment to understanding each client's unique requirements. We maintain statutory audit qualifications under reference number C002484195 and adhere to UK GAAP and IFRS standards.Our services include financial reporting, tax planning, corporate finance advisory, and compliance support. We pride ourselves on responsiveness, continuity, and a common-sense approach to complex financial challenges. Our partners bring decades of SME sector experience, ensuring clients receive strategic guidance grounded in real-world business understanding. We operate from our Chorley office while serving clients nationwide through a combination of digital and in-person consultations. Our commitment to transparency and ethical practice underpins all our professional engagements.
Services
Audit Services
Tax Planning
Corporate Finance
Compliance
Advisory
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in accounting and advisory services
- Our partner-led approach ensures personalised attention to every client
- We specialise in statutory audits under UK GAAP and IFRS standards
- Our team includes former Big Four professionals with SME sector expertise
- We provide tailored tax planning solutions for businesses and individuals
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants
Services
Audit Services
We conduct statutory audits for owner-managed businesses, consolidated groups, and UK subsidiaries of overseas entities. Our audits comply with UK GAAP and IFRS standards while maintaining a pragmatic approach. Clients benefit from continuity of experienced audit teams and specialist expertise in charity, LLP, and pension scheme audits.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services focus on minimising corporate and personal tax liabilities through strategic structuring. We provide inheritance tax planning, corporate tax optimisation, and compliance solutions tailored to clients' specific circumstances and business objectives.
Corporate Finance
We offer corporate finance advisory covering business growth strategies, exit planning, and succession management. Our services include business valuations, shareholder conflict resolution, and preparation for business sales with practical implementation support.
Compliance
Our compliance services cover financial statement preparation, corporation tax returns, VAT planning, and company secretarial duties. We help businesses meet statutory obligations efficiently while maintaining accurate financial records and reporting systems.
Advisory
We provide strategic advisory services including financial due diligence, business planning, and operational improvement strategies. Our advisory team helps clients navigate complex business challenges with practical, evidence-based solutions tailored to their specific needs.
People
Neil McMillan
Managing Partner
Neil leads the firm with extensive experience in audit and advisory services. He specialises in working with owner-managed businesses and brings a commercial perspective to financial reporting issues.
Douglas McMillan
Senior Partner
Douglas provides strategic direction with deep expertise in corporate tax planning and business succession matters. He advises numerous mid-sized companies on financial and operational improvements.
Andrea Gerring
Partner
Andrea specialises in audit and compliance services for charities and not-for-profit organisations. She brings technical excellence and sector-specific knowledge to her client engagements.
Trixie Reynolds
Partner
Trixie focuses on corporate finance advisory and business valuations. She helps clients navigate complex transactions and develop growth strategies with practical implementation support.
Dave Rogerson
Partner
Dave provides audit and advisory services to SMEs and international groups. He specialises in financial reporting issues and helps businesses implement effective internal control systems.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide audit, tax planning, corporate finance, compliance, and business advisory services tailored to businesses and individuals across the UK.
Are you qualified Chartered Accountants?
Yes, we are an independent firm of Chartered Accountants with statutory audit qualifications under reference number C002484195.
Do you work with international businesses?
Yes, we advise UK subsidiaries of overseas groups and help international clients navigate UK financial regulations and reporting requirements.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We work with owner-managed businesses, charities, mid-sized companies, and UK subsidiaries across various industries and sectors.
Do you offer business advisory services?
Yes, our advisory services include strategic growth planning, tax optimisation, succession planning, and corporate finance support for business owners.
