Business Details
Expert Accountancy and Business Advisory Services in Essex
Andrew Murphy Chartered Accountants is a modern accountancy firm established through the 2024 merger of Andrew Murphy Chartered Accountants and Randall Cole Chartered Accountants. With offices in Rochford, Essex, we serve businesses and individuals across Essex, Kent, London, and the Southeast of England. Our team of Chartered Accountants combines deep technical expertise with practical business advisory services, specialising in helping clients grow through tailored financial management, compliance support, and strategic consultancy.We work with diverse sectors including technology, engineering, retail, waste management, and construction, offering services from business start-up guidance to complex corporate tax planning. Our directors, as experienced business owners themselves, understand client needs and prioritise transparent communication, technology-driven efficiency, and fixed-fee packages to eliminate financial surprises.
Services
Business Start-up
Compliance Services
Consultancy
Support Services
Taxation
Highlights and features
- Our stress-free approach with no surprise fixed fee packages
- We act as your extended finance team when needed
- Blending accountancy with business advisory services for growth
- Proven track record with tech startups to 40m turnover SMEs
- Located conveniently near Rochford Railway Station for easy access
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Excellent advice
Helped launch business
Professional and reasonably priced
Real advice we could work with
Second to none service
Services
Business Start-up
We provide comprehensive guidance for new businesses, helping you choose the right legal structure and create robust financial plans. Our services include business plan preparation, cashflow projections, finance sourcing advice, and compliance setup. With expertise in HMRC registrations and accounting software implementation, we ensure your new venture starts on solid financial footing while you focus on growth.
Compliance Services
Our compliance specialists handle all aspects of business administration, from annual accounts preparation to payroll processing and tax returns. We ensure accurate statutory reporting, company secretarial compliance, and timely submission of regulatory documents. This includes specialist accounts, VAT control reconciliations, and pensions auto-enrolment administration, freeing you to concentrate on core business activities.
Consultancy
We offer strategic business consultancy focused on improving profitability through management information systems and financial reporting analysis. Our services include credit control reviews, cost management strategies, and technology implementation advice. We help businesses optimise financial processes, address specific challenges like gross profit improvement, and develop data-driven growth strategies tailored to your sector.
Support Services
Our support services cover payroll administration, bookkeeping, and business planning. We provide real-time management accounts, financial forecasting, and bank liaison support. Whether you need complete payroll outsourcing or periodic bookkeeping assistance, our technology-driven solutions streamline financial operations while maintaining compliance with current regulations.
Taxation
We offer comprehensive tax services including corporate tax minimisation, personal tax compliance, and VAT strategy. Our expertise covers inheritance tax planning, self-assessment returns, and HMRC investigation support. We help businesses and individuals legally reduce tax liabilities while ensuring full compliance with evolving tax legislation through proactive planning and expert representation.
People
Steve
Chartered Accountant
Experienced advisor with 20+ years in business finance, supporting clients from startups to 40m turnover companies. Specialises in strategic growth planning and tax optimisation.
Andrew Murphy
Founding Director
Established Andrew Murphy Chartered Accountants through merger in 2024, bringing decades of accountancy experience. Focuses on client relationship management and business development.
Randall Cole
Founding Director
Co-founder with specialist knowledge in corporate tax and compliance. Provides strategic oversight for complex client cases and regulatory matters.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for new businesses?
We provide complete start-up support including business structure advice, cashflow projections, HMRC registration, and accounting software implementation tailored to new ventures.
How do you help established businesses grow?
Through strategic consultancy, management information analysis, and profitability reviews, we identify growth opportunities and implement financial controls to support expansion.
What areas do you cover besides Essex?
While based in Rochford, we serve clients across Kent, London, and the wider Southeast region with both in-person and remote support options.
How do you handle tax compliance for businesses?
We manage corporation tax returns, VAT filings, payroll compliance, and provide proactive tax planning to ensure legal compliance while minimising liabilities.
What makes your firm different from other accountants?
Our combination of Chartered Accountancy standards, business owner perspective, and technology-driven efficiency delivers tailored solutions focused on your specific growth needs.
