Business Details
Trusted Accountants in Wirral
At Stanhope Accountancy & Advisory, we prioritise our clients' success by delivering tailored accounting and tax solutions. With decades of combined experience, our team works closely with businesses and individuals across diverse sectors, including manufacturing, retail, construction, and IT. We specialise in proactive business advice, tax planning, and compliance, ensuring clients pay the minimum legal tax while maximising profitability. Our commitment to transparency, timely communication, and fixed-fee services fosters trust and long-term partnerships.We serve clients from startups to established enterprises, offering expertise in areas such as payroll, audits, and strategic financial planning. By listening to our clients' needs and maintaining honesty, we aim to exceed expectations consistently. Our familiarity with local market dynamics in Wirral enables us to provide context-specific guidance. We invite you to explore our services through a free, no-obligation consultation, ensuring clarity on how we can support your financial goals.
Services
Tax Planning
Bookkeeping
Business Valuations
Payroll Services
VAT Returns
Company Formation
Audit Support
Inheritance Tax Advice
Highlights and features
- We offer free, no-obligation consultations to address your specific needs.
- Our fixed-fee services ensure financial transparency and control.
- We provide proactive tax planning tailored to your business size and sector.
- Our team serves diverse industries, including construction, retail, and IT.
- We prioritise clear communication and no unexpected billing surprises.
Associations and certifications
- ACCA
Services
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services deliver tailored strategies to minimise liabilities while ensuring compliance. We advise businesses and individuals on inheritance tax, VAT, and self-assessment returns. With sector-specific expertise, we help clients leverage legal incentives to maximise profitability and financial efficiency.
Bookkeeping
We provide accurate bookkeeping and annual accounts preparation for businesses of all sizes. Our services include payroll processing, PAYE healthchecks, and benchmarking to maintain financial clarity. We ensure timely compliance with HMRC requirements and support informed business decisions.
Business Valuations
Our business valuation services assess company worth for mergers, acquisitions, or succession planning. We analyse financial performance, market position, and growth potential to provide realistic valuations. This service supports strategic decision-making for owners and investors.
VAT Returns
We manage VAT registration, returns, and dispute resolution for businesses. Our team ensures accurate submissions and advises on VAT-efficient strategies. We help clients navigate complex regulations while minimising compliance risks.
Company Formation
We assist with company formation, including registering with Companies House and setting up accounting systems. Our guidance covers legal structures, tax implications, and initial financial planning to establish a strong foundation for new businesses.
People
Joanne Stanhope
Principal
Joanne Stanhope is a qualified ACCA accountant with extensive experience in business advisory and tax planning. She leads Stanhope Accountancy & Advisory, delivering tailored financial solutions to clients across diverse industries.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide bookkeeping, tax returns, VAT planning, payroll, audits, business valuations, and company formation services tailored to your needs.
Do you offer fixed-fee pricing?
Yes, many of our services are available on a fixed-fee basis to ensure financial transparency and control.
Which industries do you specialise in?
We work with clients in manufacturing, retail, construction, IT, property, and professional services sectors.
Can you assist with tax minimisation strategies?
We provide expert tax planning advice to legally reduce liabilities while supporting business growth.
Is there a free initial consultation?
Yes, we offer free, no-obligation consultations to discuss your accounting and tax requirements.
