Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Accountants in Manchester
Established in 1984, our firm has built a reputation as one of Manchester's leading independent chartered accountancy practices. We combine a wide-ranging, innovative approach with a commitment to maintaining personal service, ensuring clients have direct access to the professionals managing their affairs. Our expertise spans accounting, taxation, corporate finance, and specialist tax strategies, supported by strategic partnerships with legal and financial professionals. We prioritise understanding clients' personal and business aspirations, family structures, and private estates to deliver tailored financial advice. With a team of qualified professionals, we provide outsourced financial management, payroll services, and risk mitigation solutions designed to reduce administrative burdens.Our focus on professional standards and ethics underpins our work with owner-managed businesses, high-net-worth individuals, and corporate clients. We offer litigation support, IT consultancy, and succession planning services to help clients navigate complex financial landscapes. Our approach integrates sector-specific knowledge with proactive tax planning to minimise liabilities and optimise business growth. We maintain long-standing relationships with clients by consistently delivering expert guidance and practical solutions. Backed by over four decades of experience, we remain dedicated to evolving with modern business demands while preserving the personal touch that defines our service ethos.
Services
Accounting
Tax Planning
Corporate Finance
Financial Management
Succession Planning
Payroll Services
Risk Management
Business Advisory
Company Secretarial
Litigation Support
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We combine 40 years of local expertise with sector-specific knowledge across accounting and tax disciplines
- Our clients receive direct access to dedicated professionals managing their affairs
- Specialist tax strategies help minimise liabilities for individuals and businesses
- Integrated financial solutions cover payroll, compliance, and strategic business planning
- Strategic partnerships provide seamless access to legal and financial specialists
Services
Accounting
We provide comprehensive accounting services including annual accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. Our team manages rental accounts, accounting systems implementation, and statutory financial statements. By maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, we help businesses gain clear financial visibility and make informed decisions.
Tax Planning
Our specialist tax strategies focus on minimising tax liabilities for individuals and businesses. We offer expert guidance on personal tax, corporation tax, VAT, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax. Through proactive planning and compliance with HMRC regulations, we help clients optimise their tax positions while avoiding potential penalties from investigations.
Corporate Finance
We support business expansion through corporate finance solutions including acquisitions, management buyouts, and re-financing. Our services cover company valuations, exit planning, and project funding strategies. By analysing financial performance and market opportunities, we help owners maximise business value and achieve long-term growth objectives.
Financial Management
Our financial management services include profit forecasting, cash flow analysis, and business planning. We offer outsourced financial controller support, IT consultancy, and management accounts preparation. These services help businesses maintain financial stability, improve operational efficiency, and develop strategic plans aligned with their commercial objectives.
Succession Planning
We specialise in creating succession plans for family businesses and owner-managed companies. Our approach considers family dynamics, estate planning, and business continuity requirements. By developing tailored strategies, we ensure smooth leadership transitions while protecting both business assets and personal wealth.
People
Andriani Ioannou
Principal
Andriani joined the practice in 1992 as audit manager and became a partner in 1996. She leads the firm's commitment to professional standards while maintaining personal client relationships. With extensive experience in accountancy and business advisory, she guides the practice's strategic direction and service delivery.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for limited companies?
We prepare statutory financial statements, manage year-end accounts, and provide compliance support for limited companies, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
How do you help businesses reduce tax liabilities?
We implement specialist tax strategies covering corporation tax, VAT, and capital gains tax while ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations through proactive planning.
Do you support family-owned businesses?
Yes, we provide tailored succession planning and financial advice considering family dynamics and business continuity requirements for multi-generational enterprises.
What financial management support is available?
We offer profit forecasting, cash flow analysis, outsourced financial controller services, and IT consultancy to improve business financial performance.
