Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Accountants in the North East of Scotland
Established over 50 years ago, Atholl Scott Accountants & Tax Advisers have built a reputation for combining professional expertise with a personal touch. Our team of directors, including Paul Pirie, Graeme Lindsay, Mark Sutherland, and Gavin West, brings decades of collective experience in accountancy and tax advisory services. We specialise in bookkeeping, tax compliance, company formation, and strategic financial planning, ensuring businesses across the North East of Scotland receive tailored solutions. Our proactive approach to legislative changes and client-focused service has earned us long-standing trust in Aberdeen, Inverurie, and Banff.With local offices and a commitment to accessibility, we prioritise simplifying financial obligations so clients can focus on growing their businesses. Our expertise spans sole traders to large enterprises, offering seamless transitions for those switching accountants. By maintaining transparency and prioritising client education, we empower informed financial decisions. Our heritage since 1963 underscores our dedication to quality over size, ensuring every client receives unrivalled support. We pride ourselves on being approachable, responsive, and deeply invested in our clients' success.
Services
Accounts Preparation
Payroll Services
Tax Compliance
Business Structuring Advice
Company Formation
Bookkeeping Systems
Company Secretarial Services
Capital Gains Tax Planning
Inheritance Tax Planning
Pension Scheme Contributions Advice
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of expertise in accountancy and tax advisory services.
- Our local offices in Aberdeen, Inverurie, and Banff ensure accessible support.
- Proactive updates on new legislation to keep your business compliant.
- Experienced directors provide tailored financial solutions.
- No-obligation appointments to discuss your specific needs.
What people say
Invaluable support
Speedy responses
Friendly advice
Proactive service
Highly skilled team
Services
Accounts Preparation
We prepare accurate annual accounts and management reports tailored to your business structure, ensuring compliance with HM Revenue & Customs and Companies House requirements. Our team streamlines financial documentation for mortgage applications or tax purposes, supporting sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. By maintaining precise records, we help you focus on operational growth while meeting statutory obligations efficiently.
Tax Compliance
Our experts provide comprehensive tax compliance services, including personal tax returns, capital gains tax planning, and inheritance tax mitigation strategies. We proactively monitor legislative changes to ensure your business remains compliant while optimising tax efficiencies. From property transaction taxes to employee tax computations, we deliver tailored solutions to minimise liabilities and maximise savings.
Company Formation
We guide new businesses through selecting the optimal structuresole trader, partnership, or limited companyand handle all registration formalities with HMRC and Companies House. Our support includes implementing bookkeeping systems and providing ongoing company secretarial services, ensuring a seamless launch and compliance from day one.
Payroll Services
Our payroll solutions manage employee payments, tax deductions, and statutory reporting requirements, ensuring adherence to evolving employment regulations. We simplify wage processing and provide clear documentation, reducing administrative burdens so you can prioritise business development without compliance risks.
Inheritance Tax Planning
We offer strategic inheritance tax advice to mitigate liabilities, leveraging exemptions and allowances for efficient wealth transfer. Our proactive planning ensures your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes, with tailored guidance on pension contributions and property tax implications.
People
Paul Pirie
Director
Paul Pirie, a director at Atholl Scott, brings extensive accountancy expertise to oversee client financial strategies and compliance. His leadership ensures high standards in tax advisory and business support services.
Graeme Lindsay
Director
Graeme Lindsay specialises in guiding businesses through tax compliance and financial planning, leveraging decades of experience to deliver tailored solutions for clients across the North East of Scotland.
Mark Sutherland
Director
Mark Sutherland focuses on company formation and secretarial services, ensuring new businesses establish robust financial frameworks while maintaining ongoing regulatory compliance for sustained growth.
Gavin West
Director
Gavin West leads client relationships with a personal touch, offering expert payroll and bookkeeping advice to streamline operations for SMEs and large enterprises in Aberdeen and beyond.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for new businesses?
We assist with business structure selection, company registration, bookkeeping setup, and compliance guidance to ensure a smooth launch.
How do you handle tax compliance for existing companies?
We provide ongoing tax return preparation, capital gains reporting, and legislative updates to maintain compliance while optimising tax efficiencies.
Can you help with payroll management?
Yes, we manage payroll processing, tax deductions, and statutory reporting to ensure compliance with employment regulations.
What areas do you serve?
We operate from offices in Aberdeen, Inverurie, and Banff, supporting clients across the North East of Scotland.
