Business Details
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Hull
Smailes Goldie is a leading firm of chartered accountants, tax and business advisors with a heritage spanning over a century. Established in Hull and operating across East Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, and North Lincolnshire, we provide comprehensive financial services to businesses and individuals. Our expertise encompasses accountancy, cloud accounting, corporate finance, tax planning, and wealth management. With a focus on building long-term relationships, we deliver tailored solutions to diverse sectors including agriculture, healthcare, legal, and non-profit organisations. Our team of chartered accountants and financial specialists combines technical excellence with sector-specific knowledge to address client needs.As finalists in industry awards, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and maintaining the highest professional standards. Our investment in technology ensures clients benefit from real-time financial insights and efficient processes. We pride ourselves on understanding the unique challenges our clients face, enabling us to support their aspirations with strategic, tax-efficient solutions. With offices in Hull, Scarborough, Selby, Pickering, Kirkbymoorside, and Barton-upon-Humber, we combine local expertise with a national perspective. Our client testimonials highlight our prompt, accurate service and dedication to understanding business goals, ensuring we remain a trusted advisor for growth and sustainability.
Services
Accountancy
Tax Services
Corporate Finance
Financial Planning
Payroll Services
Cloud Accounting
HMRC Tax Investigation
Independent Financial Advice
Litigation Support
Wealth Planning
Highlights and features
- We provide over 100 years of combined experience in chartered accountancy and tax advisory.
- Specialise in agriculture, healthcare, legal, and non-profit sectors with tailored solutions.
- Offer cloud accounting and digital tools for real-time financial management.
- Award-finalist status reflects our commitment to excellence in client service.
- Team of qualified partners with sector-specific expertise in tax and corporate finance.
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
- FCA
What people say
Clear advice, prompt results
Efficient professional service
Integral part of our business
Improved service quality
Proactive and thorough
Services
Chartered Accountancy
Our chartered accountancy services cover statutory compliance, management accounts, and bespoke financial systems. We assist businesses with bookkeeping, tax returns, and strategic financial reporting. With expertise across multiple sectors, we ensure accurate and timely financial management for sole traders to large corporates. Our services include audit preparation and tax-efficient structuring to support business growth.
Tax Advisory
We provide comprehensive tax advisory services including personal and corporate tax returns, HMRC investigations, and tax-efficient structures. Our specialists help clients navigate complex tax legislation in areas like capital gains, inheritance and international tax. By focusing on proactive planning, we help businesses and individuals maximise tax reliefs while maintaining compliance.
Corporate Finance
Our corporate finance team supports mergers, acquisitions, business valuations, and succession planning. We assist with due diligence, restructuring, and strategic growth planning while coordinating tax advisory services. Clients benefit from hands-on support during negotiations with financiers and legal advisors to achieve optimal transaction outcomes for business owners.
Cloud Accounting
We implement cloud accounting systems using Sage, Xero and QuickBooks platforms for real-time financial visibility. Our services include software migration, staff training, and integration with existing business systems. This modern approach enables clients to access financial data remotely while streamlining reporting processes and improving cash flow management for businesses of all sizes.
Payroll Services
Our payroll services ensure accurate salary processing, tax deductions and pension contributions. We manage real-time reporting to HMRC and adapt to changing regulations including student loan repayments and furlough schemes. Businesses benefit from compliance assurance and reduced administrative burden while maintaining accurate employee records and year-end reporting.
People
Nicki Shipley
Managing Partner
With extensive leadership experience, Nicki Shipley oversees Smailes Goldie's strategic direction and service delivery. She ensures consistent high standards across all client interactions while championing professional development within the firm. Her focus on client-centric service aligns with the firm's commitment to excellence.
Ian Lamb
Managing Partner
Ian Lamb specialises in business advisory services and leads key client relationships. His expertise in agricultural accounting stems from decades of experience serving rural enterprises. He maintains technical leadership in accounting standards and oversees the firm's professional indemnity arrangements.
Martin Overfield
Partner
Martin Overfield focuses on technology implementation and business process improvement. He leads the firm's cloud accounting initiatives and develops digital strategies to enhance client operations. His career spans over three decades of advisory roles for growing businesses.
Luke Taylor
Partner
Luke Taylor specialises in agriculture and landed estates, managing a team of 25 professionals serving rural businesses. He provides tailored financial strategies for farm enterprises and property portfolios. His expertise contributes to the firm's market-leading position in agricultural accounting.
Ben Thiim
Partner
Ben Thiim leads tax advisory services, focusing on complex compliance matters and HMRC investigations. His technical knowledge covers personal and corporate tax planning, particularly for e-commerce businesses. He frequently advises on tax implications of digital and side-hustle income streams.
Questions
What services does Smailes Goldie offer?
We provide accountancy, tax planning, corporate finance, payroll, cloud accounting, and wealth management services for businesses and individuals.
Which industries do you specialise in?
We focus on agriculture, healthcare, legal, non-profit sectors, and family businesses across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.
Do you offer cloud accounting solutions?
Yes, we implement cloud accounting systems with Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks to enable real-time financial management.
Can you assist with HMRC tax investigations?
We offer tax investigation protection schemes and professional representation for businesses and individuals facing HMRC enquiries.
Are you regulated by professional bodies?
We are members of ICAEW and regulated by the FCA as appointed representatives of JXG Wealth Ltd.
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