Business Details
Chartered Accountants in Dorset
Andrews & Palmer is an independent, forward-thinking firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors based in Dorset. With offices in Gillingham and Sturminster Newton, we combine traditional values with modern expertise to deliver tailored financial solutions. Our team prioritises direct client relationships, ensuring directors are accessible for consultations while leveraging teamwork to address challenges efficiently.With decades of collective experience, we serve diverse sectors including agriculture, hospitality, and non-profits, offering comprehensive accounting, tax planning, and advisory services. Our commitment to Effective Quality Service ensures clients receive proactive support, from start-ups to established enterprises, with a focus on compliance, strategic growth, and long-term client satisfaction.
Services
Accountants for Start-ups
Audit Services
Business Planning
Company Secretarial
Corporate Finance
Mergers and Acquisitions
VAT Services
Trust Tax Experts
Estate Planning
Agricultural Accounting
Highlights and features
- We combine over 30 years of director-level experience with sector-specific expertise.
- Our team provides proactive tax planning and compliance solutions tailored to client needs.
- We prioritise direct, accessible relationships with business owners and individuals.
- Our audit services enhance business credibility through statutory compliance and strategic insights.
- We offer tailored accounting solutions for niche sectors including agriculture and hospitality.
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
What people say
Proactive and responsive
Sector-specific expertise
Long-term reliability
Tailored tax solutions
Audit excellence
Services
Audit Services
We conduct comprehensive audits for businesses of all sizes, ensuring statutory compliance and identifying operational improvements. Our audits enhance credibility with investors and lenders while providing strategic insights to boost performance. By combining technical expertise with sector-specific knowledge, we deliver actionable recommendations to strengthen financial health.
Business Planning
Our business planning services focus on long-term growth strategies and operational efficiency. We help clients formulate measurable objectives, monitor performance, and adapt to market changes. With expertise in cashflow forecasting and risk management, we ensure businesses remain resilient and competitive in dynamic environments.
Corporate Tax
We provide tailored corporate tax solutions to minimise liabilities while ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations. Services include tax structure reviews, relief optimisation, and representation during audits. Our proactive approach helps businesses leverage industry-specific tax opportunities to improve profitability.
Company Secretarial
Our secretarial services ensure companies meet legal obligations, including filings and statutory record-keeping. We manage annual returns, director changes, and meeting documentation to reduce administrative burdens. This allows directors to focus on core operations while maintaining compliance with Companies House requirements.
Mergers and Acquisitions
We support businesses through mergers, acquisitions, and disposals with due diligence, valuation, and financing advice. Our team assists with target identification, negotiation strategies, and post-transaction integration to maximise value and mitigate risks in complex deals.
People
Chris Jarratt
Director
Fellow of ICAEW with over 20 years' experience in auditing and tax advisory. Specialises in statutory audits, business development, and compliance for SMEs and charities.
Phil Bevis
Director
Chartered Accountant with 30 years' practice experience. Focuses on farming, construction, and leisure sectors, offering strategic business planning and succession advice to owner-managed firms.
Craig Hacker
Director
Specialises in owner-managed businesses, providing tax planning and growth strategies. Former treasurer of Shaftesbury Chamber of Commerce, with expertise in construction and retail sectors.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for start-ups?
We provide business structure advice, company formation, cashflow projections, and tax registration to support new businesses from inception.
Do you specialise in any industry sectors?
Yes, we focus on agriculture, hospitality, non-profits, construction, and retail sectors with tailored accounting solutions.
How do you support business mergers or acquisitions?
We offer due diligence, valuation, financing advice, and negotiation support to ensure successful M&A transactions.
What tax planning services are available for individuals?
We provide capital gains tax advice, trust tax management, and estate planning to optimise personal tax efficiency.
Are you registered auditors?
Yes, we are Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors providing statutory audits for companies of all sizes.
