Business Details
Award-Winning Accountants in Shoreditch, London
Highwoods Group is an award-winning digital-first accountancy firm dedicated to driving business growth through outsourced finance functions and strategic advisory services. Our team specialises in providing tailored solutions for compliance while strategically building for future success. We work closely with clients to understand their unique needs, offering expert guidance in accounting, tax planning, and business optimisation. With a strong focus on the IT and creative sectors, we combine industry-specific expertise with innovative technologies to deliver comprehensive financial insights.Our services extend beyond traditional accounting, encompassing business exit planning, operational streamlining, and CFO advisory support. We pride ourselves on long-term partnerships, providing proactive support to help businesses navigate challenges and achieve sustainable growth. Our reputation for excellence is reflected in our 4.9 Google rating from 147 reviews, with clients consistently praising our expertise, reliability, and client-centric approach.
Services
Accounting
Tax Advice
Strategic Advisory
Outsourcing
Business Growth
Highlights and features
- Award-winning accountancy services tailored to IT and creative sectors
- Proactive strategic advisory with fractional CFO capabilities
- 24/7 access to cloud accounting technologies and expert support
- Proven track record with 147 4.9-star Google reviews
- Specialised compliance solutions for complex business environments
What people say
Award-winning service
Expert tax advice
Reliable and efficient
Tailored solutions
Highly recommended
Services
Accounting
Our accounting services provide comprehensive financial management beyond basic compliance. We deliver year-end accounts, payroll services, cloud accounting, bookkeeping, and management accounts with a fixed fee policy. Our team works closely with clients to understand business operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting while identifying growth opportunities. We specialise in supporting IT and creative sector businesses with tailored accounting solutions.
Tax Advice
We offer complete tax advisory services including tax returns, VAT, capital gains, and inheritance tax planning. Our experts provide HMRC investigation support and strategic tax planning to ensure compliance while optimising tax positions. The service includes pre-year end planning and ongoing tax strategy development to help businesses maximise financial efficiency and maintain regulatory compliance.
Strategic Advisory
Our strategic advisory service provides fractional CFO capabilities with dedicated portfolio management. We offer business planning, operations strategy, and pre-year end tax planning to support growth. The Co-Pilot programme delivers strategic advice without long-term financial commitments, helping businesses make informed decisions for sustainable development and market competitiveness.
Outsourcing
We provide scalable financial outsourcing solutions that integrate seamlessly with client operations. Services include accounts receivable/payable management, virtual finance director support, cloud accounting systems, and financial forecasting. Our outsourcing model eliminates recruitment needs while delivering expert financial support tailored to business requirements across multiple sectors.
Business Growth
Our business growth services focus on operational efficiency and strategic development. We offer business exit planning, system reviews, and growth roadmaps tailored to client objectives. The service combines financial expertise with sector-specific insights to help businesses overcome challenges, implement growth strategies, and achieve long-term success in competitive markets.
People
Neil Davidson
CEO
As CEO of Highwoods Group, Neil leads strategic direction with extensive experience in digital accountancy solutions. He specialises in guiding tech and creative sector businesses through complex financial challenges while maintaining a client-focused approach to service delivery.
Mike James
CEO
Mike provides expert accounting advice with a focus on business growth strategies. His experience in financial compliance and client relationship management contributes to Highwoods' reputation for delivering practical solutions that address real business challenges across multiple industries.
Samantha Robinson
Finance Director
As Finance Director, Samantha offers strategic financial guidance to recruitment agencies and other sector specialists. Her expertise in business optimisation helps clients implement growth strategies while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements through innovative financial solutions.
James Stockdale
Founder
James founded Highwoods Group with a vision for modernised accountancy services. His hands-on approach to business coaching has helped numerous clients achieve profitability improvements through strategic financial management and digital transformation of accounting processes.
Mo Barrie
Accountant
Mo provides expert accounting services with particular focus on tax compliance and business advisory. Known for exceptional client support, Mo helps businesses navigate complex financial requirements while delivering practical solutions that support growth objectives in competitive markets.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive accounting services including year-end accounts, payroll, bookkeeping, management accounts, and cloud accounting solutions tailored to business requirements.
Do you specialise in specific industries?
We specialise in serving IT, creative sectors, and technology businesses, offering industry-specific expertise combined with traditional accounting excellence.
How do you handle tax planning?
Our tax services include returns, VAT, capital gains, inheritance tax, HMRC investigations support, and strategic tax planning to optimise financial positions.
What is your approach to business growth?
We offer strategic advisory services, fractional CFO support, and business exit planning to help clients achieve sustainable growth and operational efficiency.
What makes you different from other accountants?
We combine sector-specific expertise with innovative technology solutions, delivering proactive support focused on long-term business success rather than just compliance.
