Business Details
Award-Winning Chartered Accountants in Cornwall
Established as a leading accountancy firm in Cornwall, we combine deep local expertise with national recognition through our Chartered Accountants and Tax Advisors. Our team of professionals delivers tailored financial solutions to businesses and individuals, prioritising client relationships and proactive advisory services. With over four decades of experience supporting Cornish enterprises, we maintain a commitment to excellence demonstrated by our recent Tolleys Taxation Award for Best Single Office Tax Practice.Our services span tax strategy, audit assurance, business consultancy, and probate administration, underpinned by a sustainability-driven approach to modern accounting. Through two accessible offices in Truro and Penzance, we provide both traditional accounting excellence and innovative cloud-based solutions, ensuring clients benefit from timely, informed financial guidance.
Services
Tax Advice
Audit Services
Business Consultancy
Probate Administration
Cloud Accounting
Inheritance Tax Planning
Management Accounts
Charity Audits
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience serving Cornish businesses
- Our team includes award-winning tax specialists and Chartered professionals
- We provide proactive, client-focused accounting solutions tailored to individual needs
- We combine local knowledge with national standards of excellence
- Our sustainability strategy aligns with modern environmental expectations
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants
- Chartered Tax Advisers
- Tolleys Taxation Awards
What people say
Outstanding client care
Wealth of knowledge
Proactive ethos
Personalised service
Tax expertise
Services
Tax Advice
Our Chartered Tax Advisers provide comprehensive tax planning and compliance services for individuals and businesses. We specialise in minimising tax liabilities through legitimate strategies while ensuring full compliance with current regulations. Our team stays updated with legislative changes to provide timely, accurate advice that supports long-term financial planning and business growth.
Audit Services
We offer independent audit services for businesses, charities and pension schemes. Our approach combines technical expertise with practical insights to assess financial controls and identify improvement opportunities. Our audits deliver valuable feedback to enhance business efficiency while meeting statutory requirements and regulatory standards across Cornwall and the UK.
Business Consultancy
Tailored consultancy services support businesses from start-up to succession planning. We provide strategic guidance on business structure, tax efficiency, and growth strategies. Our consultants work closely with clients to understand their unique needs, offering practical solutions that address both immediate challenges and long-term objectives for sustainable success.
Probate Administration
As Cornwall's only independent firm offering complete probate services, we manage estate administration with tax optimisation expertise. Our Chartered Advisers handle all aspects of probate while identifying inheritance tax reliefs. We provide fixed-fee or hourly rate options, ensuring transparent pricing and comprehensive support during complex estate transitions.
Cloud Accounting
Modern cloud-based accounting solutions enable real-time financial management access. Accredited in Xero, QuickBooks and Dext, we help businesses transition to digital platforms while preparing for Making Tax Digital requirements. Our service combines software expertise with professional guidance to streamline financial processes and improve business decision-making capabilities.
People
Nick Skerratt
Partner
Experienced Chartered Accountant with extensive expertise in business advisory services. Leads client relationships with focus on strategic financial planning and long-term business growth solutions for Cornish enterprises.
Steve Maggs
Tax Partner
Award-winning Chartered Tax Adviser leading Cornwall's strongest in-house tax team. Specialises in complex tax planning and compliance, recently recognised at the Tolleys Taxation Awards for outstanding tax practice excellence.
Josh Stevens
Partner
Chartered Accountant providing specialist audit and assurance services. Brings technical expertise to charity audits and business advisory work, maintaining strong client relationships through practical, solutions-focused approach.
Charlotte Eden
Probate Specialist
Leading Cornwall's only independent probate service within a Chartered Accountancy firm. Combines tax expertise with estate administration skills to deliver comprehensive probate solutions and inheritance tax planning advice.
Penny Roberts
Accounting Specialist
Experienced professional managing management accounting services. Provides monthly financial reporting and business performance analysis, helping clients make informed decisions through timely, accurate financial information.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer in Cornwall?
We provide tax advice, audit services, business consultancy, probate administration, cloud accounting, and management accounts tailored to Cornish businesses and individuals.
Are you qualified Chartered Accountants?
Yes, we are a firm of Chartered Accountants and Chartered Tax Advisers with recognised professional qualifications and industry accreditations.
How can you help with tax planning?
Our award-winning tax team offers strategic planning to minimise liabilities while ensuring compliance, including inheritance tax, business tax, and property tax specialisms.
Do you work with charities and non-profits?
Yes, we provide specialist audit services and financial guidance for charities and not-for-profit organisations across Cornwall and the UK.
What makes your probate service unique?
We're Cornwall's only independent Chartered Accountancy firm offering complete probate services with integrated tax expertise for estate administration.
How do you support business growth?
Through tailored business consultancy, cloud accounting solutions, and strategic financial advice that helps Cornish businesses plan for sustainable growth and succession.
