Business Details
Your Business Growth Partner in Stockport
Established in Stockport, Cheshire, McKellens Chartered Accounts Chartered Accountants has built a reputation for delivering tailored financial solutions to owner-managed businesses. Our approach combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by entrepreneurs, focusing on strategic growth and operational efficiency. We specialise in tax planning, compliance, and business advisory services, supported by a team of qualified professionals with diverse industry experience. Our commitment to client satisfaction is demonstrated through fixed-fee structures, guaranteed work, and a personal service that prioritises transparency and trust. We actively invest in our clients' success while contributing to global communities through our Changing Lives initiative, which funds micro-businesses and financial education programmes.With decades of combined experience, our team provides bookkeeping, payroll, and HMRC investigation support, alongside innovative resources like our Business Accelerator Programme. We believe in accounting as a partnership, helping businesses align financial strategies with personal goals. Our long-standing relationships with clients reflect our dedication to ethical practices and continuous improvement. By streamlining administrative burdens, we enable entrepreneurs to focus on core operations while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. This philosophy has earned us recognition as a trusted advisor to small and medium enterprises.
Services
Tax Planning
Start-Up Support
Compliance Services
Financial Reviews
Payroll Management
HMRC Investigations
Bookkeeping
Benchmarking Reports
Audit Technical Services
Charity Accounting
Highlights and features
- We offer fixed-fee accounting services with full satisfaction guarantees
- Our team includes specialists in HMRC investigations and tax compliance
- We provide business growth strategies tailored to owner-managed companies
- Our Changing Lives initiative funds global micro-businesses through client partnerships
- We combine 17+ years' experience in tax management with proactive financial advice
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Professional pleasant service
Knowledgeable, personal, supportive
Good, honest, professional
Family-run business ethos
Quick turnaround times
Services
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services help businesses optimise financial efficiency while maintaining compliance. We specialise in identifying legitimate tax-saving opportunities and structuring financial affairs to minimise liabilities. With expertise in UK tax regulations and international considerations, we provide tailored advice that aligns with business growth objectives and personal financial goals.
Business Growth Consultation
We develop custom growth strategies that transform business performance. Our consultants analyse operational challenges and market opportunities to create actionable plans. This includes financial benchmarking, cashflow optimisation, and succession planning, ensuring sustainable development while maintaining focus on owners' personal objectives and work-life balance.
Financial Performance Review
Our comprehensive reviews examine five-year financial trends to identify strengths and areas needing improvement. We provide actionable insights into profitability patterns, cashflow management, and operational efficiency. This service includes strategic recommendations to address negative trends and enhance business resilience through data-driven decision-making.
HMRC Investigations
Specialist support for HMRC compliance checks and tax investigations. Our experienced team, including former Inland Revenue professionals, provides robust representation and resolution strategies. We handle all communication with tax authorities, implement corrective measures, and ensure future compliance while protecting client interests throughout the process.
Business Accelerator Programme
Structured development initiative combining financial expertise with business strategy. The programme covers financial management, operational systems, and growth planning. Participants receive ongoing support through workshops, one-to-one coaching, and access to resources designed to enhance business performance and owner capability.
People
Paul Roper
Director
Chartered accountant with multinational firm experience, specialising in start-ups and small businesses. Leads bookkeeping and payroll services while integrating Christian business ethics into practice.
Chris Booth
Director
IT systems specialist with audit technical expertise. Combines accounting knowledge with technology solutions to improve business processes while maintaining church community involvement.
Dave Proctor
Tax Manager
Former Inland Revenue specialist with 17 years' HMRC experience. Expert in tax investigations and compliance matters, supporting clients through complex tax authority interactions.
Sue Ferns
Accounting Specialist
Experienced accountant returning to practice after family commitments. Focuses on small business clients, combining technical expertise with practical understanding of operational challenges.
Colin Tomkinson
Charity Accounting Specialist
ACCA-qualified accountant specialising in charity and regulated business sectors. Long-serving team member with deep knowledge of non-profit financial requirements and compliance frameworks.
Questions
What accounting services do you specialise in?
We specialise in tax planning, compliance, business growth strategies, HMRC investigations, payroll services, and financial performance reviews for owner-managed businesses.
Do you offer fixed-fee accounting services?
Yes, we provide fixed-fee structures for all services with full satisfaction guarantees – if you're not happy, you don't pay.
How does your Changing Lives initiative work?
For timely client actions, we fund micro-business loans in Uganda, provide debt management courses, and support business training in Burundi through charity partnerships.
Can you help with HMRC investigations?
Our tax specialists, including former HMRC professionals, provide expert representation and resolution strategies for tax authority investigations and compliance matters.
What areas do you serve?
Based in Stockport, we serve Cheshire, Manchester, and clients nationwide through our combination of local expertise and digital service delivery.
