Business Details
32 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants & Business Advisers in Preston
Established in 1994, Haleys Business Advisers is a team of chartered accountants and chartered taxation advisors dedicated to empowering financial success for owner-managed businesses. Our proactive approach combines accountancy, tailored tax planning, and strategic business advisory services, built on decades of experience and strong personal relationships. We specialise in supporting SMEs through all stages of growth, offering services such as year-end accounts, corporate finance, and business valuation.Our core values of proactive partnership, integrity, and tailored solutions drive our commitment to delivering bold insights and collaborative excellence. With a team of highly qualified professionals, we provide sector-specific expertise to help clients increase profitability, improve cash flow, and protect assets. Our GLOSS Method ensures services align with clients' goals, obstacles, and growth ambitions, fostering long-term trust and referrals from successful businesses.
Services
Accountancy
Taxation
Corporate Finance
Tax Planning
Financial Forecasting
Asset Protection
Cash Flow Improvement
Business Start-Up Support
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience supporting SMEs with accountancy and tax advisory.
- Our GLOSS Method tailors services to your business goals and growth speed.
- Chartered professionals deliver sector-specific expertise and bold, actionable insights.
- Proven track record helping businesses evolve from startups to large private companies.
- Client referrals and long-term relationships reflect our commitment to integrity and results.
What people say
Proactive partnership
Tailored solutions
Expert tax planning
Long-term support
Bold insights
Services
Accountancy
We deliver comprehensive accountancy services including year-end accounts, management accounts, and cloud accounting solutions. Our proactive approach ensures accurate financial reporting tailored to your business needs. Clients benefit from real-time data analytics and virtual finance department support to drive informed decision-making.
Taxation
Our taxation services cover business, personal, and property taxation with strategic planning to optimise liabilities. We specialise in VAT, profit extraction, and cross-border tax solutions. Clients receive proactive compliance support and forward-thinking strategies to minimise risks while maximising returns.
Business Advisory
We offer tailored business advisory services including exit strategies, asset protection, and cash flow improvement. Using the GLOSS Method, we align solutions with your growth ambitions. Clients gain actionable insights to overcome obstacles and achieve sustainable success through collaborative partnerships.
Corporate Finance
Our corporate finance experts provide business valuations, funding advice, and merger/acquisition support. We help clients navigate complex transactions with strategic clarity. Services include due diligence, capital structuring, and long-term financial planning to enhance business value and growth potential.
Tax Planning
We design proactive tax planning strategies for individuals and businesses, focusing on estate planning and profit extraction. Our approach balances compliance with efficiency, helping clients preserve wealth through legitimate reliefs and structured financial frameworks tailored to personal and business objectives.
People
Tim Haley
Managing Director
Tim founded Haleys in 1994 and leads with expertise in accountancy and business strategy. His proactive approach drives the firm's vision of tailored client partnerships and growth-focused advisory services.
Michael Lucas
Director, Taxation and Business Advisory Services
Michael specialises in tax compliance and strategic business advisory, bringing over 20 years of experience. He ensures clients receive technically robust solutions aligned with evolving regulatory requirements and commercial goals.
Martin Cuerden
Director, Accounting and Business Advisory Services
Martin oversees accounting services and advisory solutions, combining technical excellence with sector-specific insights. His focus on client collaboration helps businesses achieve operational efficiency and sustainable growth through data-driven strategies.
Joanna MacDonald
Director, Taxation Services
Joanna leads tax service delivery, specialising in complex compliance and planning. Her expertise in personal and business taxation ensures clients receive strategic advice to navigate regulatory challenges and optimise financial outcomes.
Dr Chris Lowe
R&D Taxation Specialist
Chris focuses on R&D tax credits and innovation incentives, helping businesses maximise returns from research activities. His technical knowledge supports clients in leveraging tax reliefs for growth-oriented investments in product and process development.
Questions
What services does Haleys Business Advisers offer?
We provide accountancy, taxation, business advisory, corporate finance, tax planning, and cash flow improvement services for SMEs.
How does Haleys support business growth?
Our GLOSS Method aligns services with your goals, obstacles, and growth speed, offering tailored strategic guidance.
Are Haleys qualified to provide tax advice?
Yes, our team includes chartered accountants and chartered taxation advisors with sector-specific expertise.
Do you work with startups or only established businesses?
We support businesses at all stages, from start-up to large private companies, with tailored financial strategies.
How are Haleys different from other accountants?
We prioritise proactive partnership, bold insights, and collaborative excellence, acting as trusted long-term advisors.
