Business Details
23 Years
experience
Chartered Accountants in Stockton-on-Tees
Established in 2003, we are a chartered accountancy firm based in Teesside, offering outsourced financial services to businesses and individuals nationwide. Our three partners bring over 95 years of combined expertise across diverse sectors, delivering tailored solutions with a focus on audit, taxation, and accounting compliance. We prioritise transparency in pricing, client education, and maintaining the highest professional standards through our ICAEW membership.Our team of qualified professionals ensures regulatory compliance while supporting clients in achieving long-term financial success. With dedicated departments for payroll, bookkeeping, and software integration, we combine big-firm expertise with a personal, approachable service tailored to each client's unique needs.
Services
Bookkeeping
Payroll Services
Accounting Software
Tax Returns
Statutory Audits
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have over 95 years of combined partner experience in audit and taxation.
- Our services include free initial consultations with no obligation.
- We maintain transparent pricing structures for all financial services.
- Our team holds dual ICAEW and ACCA professional certifications.
- We specialise in supporting fast-growing businesses and nonprofits.
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
What people say
Professional approach
Attention to detail
Personal touch
Knowledgeable experts
Friendly team
Services
Statutory Audits
We provide independent statutory audit services for companies, charities, and non-profits across various industries. Our ICAEW-registered auditors ensure compliance with regulatory standards while delivering actionable insights. Our team handles grant claim audits and independent examinations for smaller charities.
Payroll Services
Our dedicated payroll department manages full payroll cycles, CIS compliance, auto-enrolment pensions, and statutory returns. We ensure timely PAYE/NI calculations and HMRC reporting. We also handle P11D and P9D submissions for benefit and expense tracking.
Tax Returns
We prepare and submit corporation tax, partnership tax, and self-assessment returns with ongoing tax-efficient planning. Our team keeps abreast of evolving legislation to ensure accurate filings. We specialise in complex tax scenarios for multiple business entities.
Bookkeeping
Our bookkeeping services include accounting record maintenance, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. We assist with MTD compliance and software migration. Clients receive regular reports tailored to their business cycles.
Accountancy Software
We integrate leading platforms like Xero and Sage with MTD-ready solutions. Our team provides software demonstrations, training, and implementation support. We also optimise digital record-keeping through Dext and AutoEntry integrations.
People
John Benson
Director
John founded J B C Accountants in 2003 with over 35 years of practice experience. As an ICAEW Fellow and Senior Statutory Auditor, he specialises in audit and corporate compliance.
Paul Riggall
Director
Paul has led client portfolios across multiple sectors since 2003. A dual ICAEW and ACCA fellow, he focuses on growth strategies for ambitious businesses.
Lynne Dickson
Director
Lynne became partner in 2013 after 30 years in audit and taxation. She specialises in nonprofit audits and owner-managed business accounting as an ICAEW Fellow.
Sally Benson
Chartered Accountant
Sally provides accountancy services with ACA certification, focusing on client-specific financial solutions and compliance reporting.
Jamie McTaggart
Payroll Manager
Jamie leads our payroll department, ensuring full HMRC compliance and timely processing for businesses of all sizes.
Questions
What accounting software do you support?
We support industry-leading platforms including Xero, Sage, FreeAgent, and QuickBooks, with full guidance on implementation and usage.
Do you offer fixed-price services?
We provide transparent pricing with detailed cost breakdowns available during free initial consultations.
How do you handle HMRC investigations?
Our tax investigation service includes expert representation and negotiated resolution while covering our own fees.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We have particular expertise in owner-managed businesses, nonprofits, construction, and fast-growing enterprises.
Can you assist with company formations?
We support formations for limited companies, LLPs, CICs, and companies limited by guarantee.
