As a leading firm of chartered accountants and professional business consultants, Cottons takes pride in guiding ambitious enterprises through the financial landscape with clarity and foresight. We translate complex figures into actionable strategies, ensuring that our clients are not only compliant but also positioned for sustainable success. Our expertise lies in uncovering valuable insights hidden within the numbers, enabling smarter decisions and stronger growth trajectories.
We offer a broad suite of services including accounting, tax consultancy, audit and assurance, and corporate finance solutions, all tailored to meet the diverse needs of our client base. Our approach is grounded in transparency and efficiency, ensuring that each client receives the level of support that suits their operations. With a proven track record and a team of knowledgeable professionals, we stand as a trusted partner for businesses across a wide array of sectors.
Served areas
- Northampton
Business details
- Year established: 1983
- Employees: 100
- Licensed
- Insured
Highlights and features
- Business advisors focused on clarity and growth
- Tailored support for every client’s unique needs
- Complete accounting and tax solutions offered
- Experts in audits, assurance, and compliance
- Trusted by clients and industry professionals
- Clear, jargon-free insights and practical advice
Payment methods
- Cash, Debit cards, Credit cards, Mobile payments, Bank transfers, Financing available
Services
Let our professional team take care of your accounting obligations, giving you back valuable time. We offer a flexible outsourcing service that adapts to your needswhether full finance function support or targeted assistance. You can rely on us for accurate data, insightful reports, and complete peace of mind regarding your finances.
From evaluating VAT registration to planning for inheritance, our tax specialists work closely with you to offer targeted, knowledgeable advice. We take pride in simplifying complex tax rules and identifying saving opportunities wherever possible. At Cottons, our goal is to reduce your risk and provide effective, strategic support for all your tax-related needs.
At Cottons, our Corporate Finance professionals guide you through all phases of business growth, from start-up to succession planning. We deliver expert insight on mergers, ownership transitions, and retirement strategies. A complimentary consultation allows us to explore your objectives and outline potential solutions. Our experience ensures accurate, timely support when it matters most.
At Cottons, we provide thorough audit and assurance services that support transparency, compliance, and operational improvement. Our process starts with in-depth discussions to grasp your unique business environment. We carry out detailed assessments designed to highlight key areas of risk and opportunity, while offering credibility to external parties such as investors or regulators.
We provide targeted advisory services designed to help you grow with confidence. Through detailed conversations, we assess your businesss performance, analyse competitive landscapes, and uncover key growth levers. If there are issues holding you back, we wont hesitate to address them directly. Our guidance is practical, honest, and focused entirely on your long-term success.
People
Aiman Khan
Senior Accountant
Aiman joined Cottons as a Semi-Senior Accountant in October 2024 and quickly qualified as a Senior Accountant in 2025. Based in the Northampton office, he is Xero certified and holds a degree in Accounting and Finance from Anglia Ruskin University, graduating in 2012. Aiman began his career in industry and transitioned to practice in 2019, previously working at a top 100 firm in Peterborough.
Alice Collins-Markham
Senior Accountant
Alice joined Cottons in August 2022, as part of the acquisition of J R Watson & Co, she had been with them since leaving school and completed her AAT apprenticeship whilst there. She worked her way up from junior level, gaining skills in a variety of areas, and now has over a decade of experience. Alices role includes working on accounts and tax and she is also part of our audit team; she enjoys meeting with and talking to clients and is always happy to assist where possible with any queries they may have.
Ashleigh Musgrove
Tax Senior
Ashleigh joined Cottons in December 2022 as a Tax Senior and works in our Northampton office. She initially completed a degree in Psychology at Coventry University before starting her career in Personal Tax. Ashleigh has since gained 5 years experience working in personal tax compliance for a top 10 firm and specialises in the completion of self-assessment tax returns.
Basit Abdul Latif
Senior Accountant
Basit an ACCA Finalist and MSc Accountancy and Finance qualified accountant joined Cottons in Feb 2022 as a Senior Accountant on a part-time basis and now working full-time with them from Feb 2023.
He has worked previously as a Senior Accountant in Pearl Chartered Accountants for 7 months. Also, as a Senior Accountant for 25 months at Base Practice Support Ltd. His background is mostly working on the preparation of YE Statutory Accounts, VAT returns, Management Accounts and Bookkeeping of SMEs. Also works on preparation of Personal Tax Returns.
He has worked previously as a Senior Accountant in Pearl Chartered Accountants for 7 months. Also, as a Senior Accountant for 25 months at Base Practice Support Ltd. His background is mostly working on the preparation of YE Statutory Accounts, VAT returns, Management Accounts and Bookkeeping of SMEs. Also works on preparation of Personal Tax Returns.
Charles Hill
Partner
Charles has built up considerable experience over the past 10 years specialising in advising and assisting entrepreneurial owner-managed businesses with their forward strategy and compliance requirements. Charles qualified as an ICAEW Chartered Accountant with Cottons in 2016 after graduating with a degree in Economics, and after a 5 year stint working with a portfolio of SMEs in a variety of sectors at a top 12 firm, returned to Cottons in 2022 to contribute to its continued expansion.
Reviews (7)
Stephen White
Feb 18, 2025
June Taylor
Jan 27, 2025
I have been using Cottons Accountants for 18 years. I feel I can entirely trust them to get it right. I submit what I know, and they do all the rest. They are friendly and the phone is answered whenever I call. As a self employed person, not having to worry about getting taxation right, is well worth the charge.
I would recommend Cottons to anyone.
I would recommend Cottons to anyone.
Jacqui Perrat
May 12, 2024
Derek Holder
May 25, 2018
Michael Knight
Feb 18, 2018
Jerome Rosser
Jan 19, 2018
My company has been a client of Cottons for a number of years and since joining they have always been totally approachable and professional. My previous accountants had caused me wasted time and stress. Cottons reconciled all the company issues in a very short amount of time and streamlined the business. I totally recommend them.
Chris Morrison
Nov 13, 2017