Business Details
29 Years
experience
Award-Winning Accountants & Business Growth Specialists
We are UK award-winning accountants and business advisors with over 27 years of experience in helping small businesses grow and thrive. Our team specialises in cloud accounting, tax planning, business growth mentoring, and strategic financial direction. Recognised as five-time national UK award winners, we combine technical expertise with a deep understanding of business operations to deliver tailored solutions. Our approach focuses on empowering business owners through ongoing support, innovative strategies, and a commitment to helping clients maximise profitability.With a proven track record of transforming businesses - including case studies showing 250,000 turnover increases within seven months - we provide the tools, knowledge, and guidance needed to achieve sustainable growth. Our services cater to new start-ups, growing businesses, and established enterprises across the UK.
Services
Bookkeeping
Payroll Services
Tax Returns
Business Growth Mentoring
Cloud Accounting
Company Secretarial
Benchmarking
Virtual Financial Director
Property Tax Advice
Business Start-Up Support
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Seven-time national UK award-winning accountants with proven business transformation expertise
- 27 years' experience delivering tailored financial and growth strategies for SMEs
- Cloud accounting specialists providing real-time financial insights and reporting
- Recognised innovators in business mentoring with documented client success stories
- Client-centric approach combining technical excellence with practical business advice
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
What people say
Increased turnover by 250,000
Doubled business profits
Expert business understanding
Proactive support and advice
Industry award recognition
Services
Business Growth Mentoring
Our award-winning mentoring programmes help businesses increase profitability through strategic planning and practical implementation support. We work with entrepreneurs at all stages to develop growth strategies, improve cashflow management, and implement effective business systems. With documented success cases showing 250,000 turnover increases within seven months, our approach combines financial expertise with practical business advice to deliver measurable results.
Cloud Accounting
We provide cloud-based accounting solutions that give real-time financial insights and reporting capabilities. Our services include bookkeeping, management accounts, and financial dashboards that help business owners make informed decisions. Using the latest accounting software, we ensure accurate, up-to-date financial records that can be accessed from anywhere, improving business efficiency and financial transparency.
Tax Planning
Our tax specialists provide comprehensive tax planning and compliance services to ensure businesses pay the minimum legal tax. We cover personal and corporate tax returns, self-assessment, payroll tax, and strategic tax planning. With ongoing support and proactive advice, we help businesses navigate complex tax regulations while optimising their tax position.
Virtual Financial Director
This service provides strategic financial leadership to growing businesses through regular advisory sessions and financial analysis. We help business owners understand their financial performance, develop growth strategies, and implement effective financial controls. Our approach combines technical expertise with practical business advice to improve profitability and long-term sustainability.
Company Secretarial
We handle all aspects of company secretarial work including statutory filings, corporate governance, and compliance with Companies House requirements. Our services ensure businesses meet their legal obligations while maintaining accurate corporate records. We support both new and established companies with incorporation, annual returns, and corporate structure management.
People
Gloria Murray
Founder & Business Advisor
Gloria founded Murray Associates in 1997 after identifying a gap in accountancy services that combine technical expertise with practical business advice. With over 27 years' experience, she specialises in business growth strategies and has helped numerous SMEs increase profitability. Recognised as the 'Queen of Profit', Gloria combines her accounting qualifications with hands-on business experience to deliver practical solutions.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide bookkeeping, payroll, tax returns, cloud accounting, company secretarial services, and business benchmarking tailored to SME needs.
Do you offer business growth mentoring?
Yes, our award-winning mentoring programmes help businesses increase profitability through strategic planning and practical implementation support.
Are you available for new business consultations?
We offer free 30-minute consultations to help new businesses establish proper accounting systems and growth strategies.
What areas do you serve?
We work with businesses across the UK through our cloud-based accounting platform and virtual advisory services.
How do you differ from traditional accountants?
We combine technical accounting expertise with proactive business advisory services focused on growth and profitability improvement.
What qualifications do your advisors hold?
Our team includes chartered accountants regulated by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
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