Business Details
Chartered Accountants in Bolton
Haywood Accountants Chartered Accountants have provided tailored accountancy and business consultancy services for small to medium-sized enterprises and individual clients for nearly 25 years. Our firm understands the unique challenges faced by business owners, having operated as a SME ourselves. We offer comprehensive accountancy solutions at every stage of business development, from start-up support to ongoing financial management.Our team combines deep technical expertise with a commitment to building long-term client relationships, ensuring both businesses and individuals receive services aligned with their specific needs. With offices in Bolton, we serve clients across Lancashire, Manchester, and beyond, leveraging both traditional expertise and modern digital tools to reduce administrative burdens and support growth.
Services
Accounts Production
Bookkeeping
Corporation Tax
PAYE and Payroll
VAT Services
Secretarial Services
Inheritance Tax Planning
Wealth Management
Health and Safety Advice
Digital Accounting Solutions
Highlights and features
- We have nearly 25 years of experience supporting SMEs and individuals with tailored accountancy solutions.
- Our team includes fourth-generation Chartered Accountants with deep technical expertise.
- We provide fixed-fee packages combined with recommended accounting software for start-ups.
- Our digital solutions like sageOne integration ensure modern, efficient financial management.
- We maintain ICAEW audit registration and adhere to strict professional ethics codes.
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
Services
Business Accountancy Services
We provide comprehensive accountancy services for businesses at all stages, from start-up support through company formation to ongoing financial management. Our services include annual accounts preparation, corporation tax returns, payroll processing, and secretarial services. With expertise in health and safety compliance and employment law, we help businesses focus on growth while maintaining full financial compliance.
Personal Tax Planning
Our personal tax services extend beyond standard compliance to include strategic planning for capital gains tax, trusts, and inheritance tax mitigation. We offer bespoke wealth management solutions tailored to individual circumstances. With Chartered Tax Advisers on staff, we ensure clients maximise net income while maintaining compliance with evolving UK tax regulations through proactive, personalised planning strategies.
Digital Accounting Solutions
We implement modern digital solutions including sageOne integration and MTD-compliant software to streamline financial processes. Our technology enables real-time financial tracking, quarterly reporting, and secure document sharing. Clients receive free training and 24/7 software support to ensure smooth adoption of digital accounting practices that reduce administrative burdens and improve financial visibility.
Start-up Business Support
We assist new businesses with company formation, tax registrations, and implementation of fixed-fee accounting packages. Our start-up support includes VAT registration, PAYE setup, and selection of appropriate accounting software. We provide ongoing guidance to help new ventures establish strong financial foundations while offering predictable monthly payment options through standing orders for enhanced cash flow management.
Audit Services
As ICAEW-registered auditors, we conduct statutory audits and provide assurance services for businesses requiring independent financial verification. Our audit team follows strict ethical guidelines and maintains registration through the Audit Register. We deliver thorough assessments of financial statements while providing practical recommendations to improve internal controls and financial reporting processes.
People
Chris Haywood
Senior Partner
Founder with over 45 years' experience since qualifying in 1969. ICAEW member and Chartered Taxation Associate. Specialises in business growth strategies and tax planning.
Mike Haywood
Managing Partner
Fourth-generation Chartered Accountant with 20+ years' experience. Qualified in 2009, specialising in practice management and business development.
Charlotte Aldcroft
Director
Qualified Chartered Accountant (2020) and Tax Adviser (2021). Leads new business development and practice operations.
Sue Hamer
Tax Consultant
Joined in 1981 with Manchester University accounting degree. Specialises in tax compliance and has extensive experience through multiple firm mergers.
Kristina Graham
Payroll Manager
Economics graduate with international experience. Specialises in HMRC compliance, RTI, and auto-enrolment obligations.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for businesses?
We provide accounts production, audits, bookkeeping, corporation tax returns, payroll, VAT services, and secretarial support for businesses of all sizes.
Do you offer personal tax planning services?
Yes, we specialise in self-assessment, capital gains tax, trusts, inheritance tax planning, and wealth management for individuals.
Are you compliant with Making Tax Digital requirements?
Yes, we offer MTD-compliant software solutions including sageOne integration with free training and ongoing support for quarterly reporting.
Do you support business start-ups?
Yes, we assist with company formation, tax registrations, and fixed-fee accounting packages tailored for new businesses.
Are you registered auditors?
Yes, we are registered with ICAEW to carry out audit work in the UK, with details available on the Audit Register.
