Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Accountants in Portree
Established in 1979, we are a Chartered Accountancy practice serving the Highlands and Islands business community from our offices in Portree (Isle of Skye), Kyle of Lochalsh, and Benbecula. Our team of nineteen professionals, including four Chartered Accountants and a Chartered Tax Adviser, combines deep local knowledge with digital connectivity to deliver tailored accounting, taxation, and business advisory services. With expertise in charities, community organisations, and community buy-outs, we provide strategic support to clients across diverse sectors.Our commitment to staff development ensures up-to-date expertise in evolving regulatory environments, including Making Tax Digital and cloud accounting solutions. We maintain strong ties with local educational institutions through training partnerships with ICAS, ACCA, and taxation bodies, while our team's extensive experience guarantees reliable, forward-thinking financial guidance.
Services
Taxation
Cloud Accounting
Business Planning
Charity Accounting
Company Incorporation
Community Buy-Outs
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience serving Highlands & Islands businesses
- Our team includes specialists in charity and community organisation accounting
- We provide cloud accounting solutions for modern business needs
- All staff maintain active professional accreditations through continuous training
- We combine local knowledge with national regulatory expertise
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants (ICAS)
- Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA)
- Chartered Management Accountants (CIMA)
- Chartered Tax Adviser (CIOT)
Services
Charity Accounting
We specialise in charity accounting services tailored to the unique financial requirements of nonprofit organisations. Our team provides statutory reporting, grant management, and compliance support for charities operating across the Highlands and Islands. With deep sector knowledge, we help organisations navigate complex regulatory frameworks while maintaining financial transparency and accountability.
Cloud Accounting
Our cloud accounting solutions enable real-time financial management through secure online platforms. We implement and support cloud-based systems that streamline bookkeeping, tax submissions, and financial reporting. This service ensures clients maintain up-to-date financial records accessible from any location, with full compliance to Making Tax Digital requirements for modern businesses.
Community Buy-Outs
We provide specialist financial guidance for community buy-out initiatives, supporting local groups through the acquisition and management of community assets. Our services include feasibility assessments, funding applications, and sustainable financial planning to ensure long-term viability of community-owned enterprises in rural Scotland.
Taxation Services
Our comprehensive taxation services cover personal and corporate tax planning, VAT registration, and compliance reporting. Led by a Chartered Tax Adviser, we help businesses and individuals optimise tax positions while maintaining full regulatory compliance. We specialise in navigating complex tax scenarios for remote and island-based enterprises.
Business Planning
We offer tailored business planning support including cash flow forecasting, financial modelling, and growth strategy development. Our advisors work closely with clients to create actionable plans that align with organisational goals, combining local market insights with national accounting standards to drive sustainable business success.
People
Kerry Lyall
Chartered Accountant
Experienced Chartered Accountant with specialist knowledge in island business operations. Provides strategic financial guidance to clients across the Highlands and Islands region.
Milton Goldring
Chartered Tax Adviser
Tax specialist with expertise in complex compliance matters. Advises businesses and individuals on optimal tax strategies while ensuring full regulatory adherence.
Raymond Barnett
Chartered Management Accountant
Focuses on financial strategy and business performance improvement. Supports clients with budgeting, forecasting, and operational efficiency enhancements.
Faye MacLeod
Chartered Accountant
Provides comprehensive accounting services with particular experience in charity sector reporting. Committed to delivering clear financial insights to clients.
Kirstie MacLeod
Chartered Accountant
Specialises in cloud accounting implementation and digital financial systems. Helps businesses transition to modern, efficient accounting practices.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for charities?
We provide complete charity accounting services including statutory reporting, grant management, compliance support, and financial strategy tailored to nonprofit organisations.
Do you support cloud accounting systems?
Yes, we implement and support cloud-based accounting solutions that enable real-time financial management and full Making Tax Digital compliance.
Can you help with community buy-out projects?
We offer specialist financial guidance for community buy-outs, including feasibility assessments, funding applications, and sustainable financial planning.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Highlands and Islands region from offices in Portree, Kyle of Lochalsh, and Benbecula, with digital services available nationwide.
What training programs do you offer?
We train staff through ICAS, ACCA, and taxation bodies, while supporting local business training initiatives through West Highland College partnerships.