Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in the North West
Established in 1929, Afford Bond has built a reputation as a trusted accounting practice rooted in technical excellence and commercial insight. Our firm combines traditional values with forward-thinking approaches, offering partner-led services tailored to clients' evolving needs. With expertise spanning accounts, audit, taxation, and corporate finance, we prioritise long-term relationships and community engagement.Our specialist teams serve niche sectors including agriculture, healthcare, and education, while our payroll division manages over 65 million annually. We maintain offices in Nantwich, Wilmslow, and Manchester, serving businesses across the North West and beyond.
Services
Accounting
Payroll
Capital Allowances
Audit
Taxation
Corporate Finance
Wealth Planning
Details
- Year established: 1929
Highlights and features
- We combine 95+ years of experience with modern accounting practices
- All services are partner-led for consistent expert oversight
- Specialist teams in agriculture, medical, and academy sectors
- Community-focused approach supporting North West businesses
- Award-winning payroll service managing 65m+ annually
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Highest standard
Innovative
Proactive
Trusted partner
Expertise
Services
Accounting
Our accounting services cover statutory accounts preparation, management accounts, budgeting, and cashflow forecasting. We handle Companies House filings and use cloud accounting software for real-time financial management. Our team ensures compliance while providing strategic financial insights to support business growth.
Payroll
We manage complete payroll services including salary calculations, tax deductions, pension contributions, and auto-enrolment. With over 40 years' experience, we process 65m+ annually through BACS, producing 100,000+ payslips for 500+ clients while ensuring HMRC compliance.
Capital Allowances
Our specialists identify maximum tax relief opportunities for commercial property investments. We work with chartered surveyors to claim allowances for embedded assets like electrical systems and sanitary ware, with proven savings of up to 64,000 annually for property investors.
R&D Tax Credits
We help businesses claim tax credits for innovative projects beyond laboratory settings. Our expertise covers process improvements and system developments, with successful claims averaging 25,000 and a proven track record of 1.2m R&D expenditure identified for one client.
Corporate Finance
Our corporate finance team provides strategic advice on mergers, acquisitions, and business succession. We develop growth strategies aligned with financial objectives and offer expert guidance on business sales or intergenerational transfers.
People
Peter O'Malley
Director
Experienced director with specialist expertise in business advisory services. Provides strategic guidance to clients across multiple sectors while maintaining hands-on involvement in client relationships.
Paul Edwards
Director
Chartered accountant with extensive experience in audit and assurance services. Focuses on delivering value-added audit reports that highlight business strengths and improvement opportunities.
Chris Monks
Director
Specialist in tax planning and compliance with particular focus on corporate taxation and capital allowances. Advises clients on maximising tax reliefs through strategic planning.
Tim Lwin
Director
R&D tax credits specialist with deep knowledge of innovation incentives. Helps businesses across sectors identify qualifying activities and maximise tax relief opportunities.
Lindsay Beeston
Director
Experienced leader in audit and assurance services. Focuses on building long-term client relationships while maintaining technical excellence in financial reporting.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide full accounting services including statutory accounts, management accounts, bookkeeping, and VAT returns for limited companies.
Do you specialise in any particular industries?
Yes, we have specialist teams for agriculture, healthcare, education/academies, and commercial property sectors.
How long have you been in business?
We were established in 1929 and have continuously evolved while maintaining our core values of technical excellence and client care.
What payroll services do you provide?
Our payroll service includes PAYE scheme management, payslip production, pension contributions, and auto-enrolment compliance for businesses of all sizes.
Can you help with tax credits and allowances?
Yes, we specialise in capital allowances, R&D tax credits, and tax planning strategies to maximise legitimate tax reliefs.
Do you offer audit services?
We provide tailored audit services that add value through business insights while ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards.
Videos
