Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Newark
Established in 1938, Stephenson Nuttall is a progressive accountancy firm rooted in the East Midlands business community. Our practice, led by partners Adrian Haigh and Ashley Akeroyd, provides comprehensive accounting, taxation, and audit services tailored to small businesses and individuals. With direct partner access for all clients, we prioritise clear communication of complex financial matters while maintaining a reputation for reliability and proactive support.As ICAEW members, we offer free initial consultations for start-ups and SMEs, combining traditional expertise with modern compliance solutions. Our services span accounts preparation, tax planning, payroll management, and business advisory, supported by a deep understanding of evolving regulatory requirements.
Services
Accounts Preparation
Audit Services
Business Tax
Personal Tax
Payroll Management
VAT Returns
Bookkeeping
Management Accounts
Start-up Advice
Tax Planning
Details
- Year established: 1938
Highlights and features
- We provide free initial consultations for start-up businesses
- Our clients receive direct access to partner-level expertise
- We specialise in tailored accounting solutions for SMEs
- We combine 80+ years of collective experience with modern compliance tools
- Our team offers proactive tax planning and business advisory services
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
Services
Accounts Preparation
We prepare statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. Our service ensures compliance with current legislation while providing business insights. Clients receive tailored financial reporting that meets both tax and statutory requirements.
Business Tax
Our business tax service includes corporation tax returns, tax efficiency planning, and HMRC representation. We help businesses optimise tax positions through reliefs and structural planning while ensuring compliance with complex tax legislation.
Payroll Management
We handle full payroll processing including RTI submissions, CIS returns, and statutory payments. Our service ensures compliance with HMRC requirements while reducing administrative burdens for businesses of all sizes.
VAT Returns
Our VAT service covers registration, return preparation, and HMRC liaison. We help businesses navigate complex VAT regulations, implement compliance systems, and resolve VAT investigation issues efficiently.
Start-up Advice
We provide comprehensive start-up support including business structure advice, cashflow forecasting, and tax registrations. Our free initial consultation helps new businesses establish proper financial foundations and compliance frameworks.
People
Adrian Haigh
Partner
Adrian Haigh is a qualified chartered accountant with extensive experience in business advisory and tax planning. He specialises in supporting SMEs with financial compliance and growth strategies.
Ashley Akeroyd
Partner
Ashley Akeroyd brings significant expertise in audit and corporate finance. As a partner, she focuses on delivering tailored accounting solutions while maintaining the firm's commitment to client-centric service.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide complete accounting services including accounts preparation, VAT returns, payroll processing, and management accounts tailored to small business needs.
Do you offer free initial consultations for start-ups?
Yes, we offer free initial consultations for start-up businesses as part of the ICAEW Business Advice Service to help new ventures establish proper financial foundations.
How do you handle tax planning for businesses?
Our tax planning service identifies legitimate opportunities to minimise liabilities through structural optimisation, reliefs, and compliance strategies tailored to your business operations.
What payroll services do you provide?
We offer full payroll management including RTI submissions, CIS returns, PAYE calculations, and statutory payment processing while ensuring HMRC compliance.
How can you help with VAT compliance?
We assist with VAT registration, return preparation, and HMRC representation while implementing systems to prevent compliance issues and resolve investigations efficiently.
