Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Belfast
Aubrey Campbell is a firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, with over 35 years of experience serving clients across the UK, Ireland, and internationally. Established in 1983 and registered with Chartered Accountants Ireland, we specialise in audit, taxation, consultancy, and forensic accounting services for limited companies, partnerships, charities, and individuals. Our dedicated team ensures each client's affairs are managed personally by a partner, providing direct access to expert guidance. We combine deep sector knowledge with tailored solutions to address corporate and individual tax compliance, business planning, and financial strategy.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our long-standing client relationships and adherence to professional standards. We assist businesses in navigating regulatory requirements, optimising tax efficiency, and achieving sustainable growth. Our services extend to payroll management, VAT compliance, company secretarial work, and digital record-keeping support for HMRC's Making Tax Digital initiative. With a focus on transparency and client-centric service, we prioritise clear communication and proactive advice to meet evolving financial challenges.
Services
Audit Services
Taxation Compliance
Business Consultancy
Forensic Accounting
Payroll Management
VAT Returns
Company Secretarial
Digital Record-Keeping
Charity Accounting
Corporate Tax Planning
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We are registered auditors with Chartered Accountants Ireland since 1983
- Each client receives direct partner-level management and expertise
- Specialised services in Making Tax Digital compliance and international taxation
- Proven track record serving diverse clients including charities and SMEs
- Comprehensive support covering audit, payroll, VAT, and business consultancy
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants Ireland
Services
Audit Services
We provide comprehensive external and internal audit services for businesses and public bodies, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Our audits deliver value-for-money insights while maintaining rigorous quality controls. As registered auditors with Chartered Accountants Ireland, we specialise in statutory audits and specialised reports under solicitors' accounts regulations.
Taxation Compliance
Our taxation experts advise on corporate and personal tax compliance, including income tax, corporation tax, and VAT. We help clients optimise tax efficiency through strategic planning for business disposals, capital gains, and inheritance tax. Services include HMRC dispute resolution and Making Tax Digital implementation for self-assessment taxpayers.
Business Consultancy
We offer strategic consultancy to enhance business performance through revenue growth, cost control, and operational efficiency. Our services include business plans, management accounts analysis, and funding strategy development. We support clients in structuring tax-efficient operations and navigating economic appraisals for government agencies.
Forensic Accounting
Our forensic accounting team assists in resolving legal disputes involving financial disagreements. We provide expert testimony and valuation services for business disputes, divorce settlements, and personal injury claims. Working closely with legal advisors, we deliver precise financial analysis to support litigation outcomes.
Payroll Management
We manage full payroll processing and PAYE compliance for businesses, including tax-efficient remuneration planning and benefits-in-kind reporting. Our computerised systems ensure accurate payroll submissions while addressing HMRC queries and compliance requirements for employers of all sizes.
People
James Magee
Partner
FCA qualified since 1999, James specialises in corporate affairs and charity sector accounting. With over 25 years' experience at Aubrey Campbell, he provides strategic financial guidance to diverse clients while maintaining hands-on partner-level service delivery.
John Magee
Partner
FCA qualified and partner since 2008, John leads audit engagements and business reporting. Former PwC and EY professional with expertise in assurance services, he delivers tailored solutions for clients' taxation and advisory needs across multiple sectors.
Aubrey Campbell
Consultant
FCA with 40 years' experience, Aubrey focuses on SME sector tax compliance. As founder, he maintains active client relationships while mentoring the team, combining deep technical knowledge with practical solutions for business owners and individual taxpayers.
Questions
What is Making Tax Digital for Income Tax?
Making Tax Digital (MTD) is HMRC's digital tax system requiring quarterly updates for self-assessment taxpayers. From 2026, businesses with income over £50k must use MTD-compatible software for digital record-keeping and submissions.
Do you offer audit services for public sector bodies?
Yes, we provide external audit services for public sector bodies and businesses, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Our registered auditors deliver tailored reports and specialist compliance work under regulatory frameworks.
How can you help with business tax planning?
We advise on tax-efficient business structures, capital gains reliefs, and inheritance tax planning. Our services include corporation tax compliance, business sale/acquisition strategies, and HMRC dispute resolution for corporate clients.
What payroll services do you provide?
We offer full payroll management and PAYE compliance services, including tax-efficient remuneration planning, benefits-in-kind reporting, and HMRC submission handling using computerised systems for businesses of all sizes.
Can you assist with forensic accounting needs?
Yes, our forensic accountants handle business disputes, divorce settlements, and personal injury claims. We provide expert financial analysis and court testimony, working closely with legal advisors to resolve complex financial disagreements.
