Business Details
36 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Harrogate
Thompsons Chartered Accountants Chartered Accountants is a small independent Yorkshire firm established in 1990, based in Harrogate. We pride ourselves on delivering personalized, high-quality accounting and taxation services to businesses and individuals across Yorkshire, Manchester, London, and beyond. Our approach combines technical expertise with a commitment to accessibility, ensuring clients receive tailored advice that aligns with their specific needs and ambitions. With a focus on building long-term relationships, we act as an extension of our clients' businesses, offering proactive support and maintaining absolute confidentiality. Our team of chartered accountants and specialists provides expertise in areas such as tax planning, business advisory, payroll, and R&D tax reliefs, while collaborating with trusted financial planners to deliver comprehensive solutions.We prioritise responsiveness, ensuring clients feel supported and confident in navigating complex financial landscapes. Our dedication to ethical practices and client-centric service has earned us a respected reputation, with referrals forming a cornerstone of our growth. By combining modern accounting technologies with traditional values, we aim to simplify financial management for our clients, enabling them to focus on achieving their business goals.
Services
Business & Personal Accounts
Business Advisory
Payroll Services
Tax Investigations
VAT & Bookkeeping
R&D Tax Reliefs
Startup Support
Management Accounts
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in chartered accountancy services.
- Our team provides personalized, proactive advice tailored to your business needs.
- We maintain absolute confidentiality for all client affairs.
- We collaborate with trusted financial planners and specialists to deliver holistic solutions.
- Our chartered accountants use modern technology to streamline financial processes.
Services
Business & Personal Accounts
We provide comprehensive accounting services for businesses and individuals, ensuring compliance with evolving tax regulations. Our expertise includes capital gains tax planning, pension advice, and inheritance tax strategies. By acting as your HMRC agent, we streamline tax-related communications and deliver cost-effective planning solutions tailored to your financial goals.
Tax Investigations
Our team supports clients facing HMRC investigations with expert guidance and representation. We prepare documentation, communicate with tax authorities, and negotiate settlements to minimise penalties. Proactive advice helps clients avoid investigations, while our experience ensures confident resolution of complex tax disputes.
R&D Tax Reliefs
We maximise R&D tax credit claims by analysing business structures and qualifying expenditures. Our specialists translate complex tax legislation into practical advice, ensuring owner-managed businesses leverage available reliefs. This service supports innovation through strategic tax efficiency.
Payroll Services
Outsourced payroll management ensures compliance with auto-enrolment pensions and evolving legislation. We handle payroll processing, allowing businesses to focus on operations while maintaining accurate, up-to-date records and statutory requirements.
Startup Support
We advise on optimal business structures, from sole trader to limited company, and provide financial forecasting. Our support includes bookkeeping systems and guidance on venture capital schemes, helping startups establish tax-efficient foundations for growth.
People
Gyles Behbood
Managing Director
Gyles Behbood, ACA Chartered Accountant and Managing Director, leads Thompsons Chartered Accountants with over 25 years of experience in accountancy. He specialises in strategic tax planning and business advisory, ensuring clients receive expert, ethical guidance tailored to their long-term goals.
Michael Readman
Senior Associate
Michael Readman, FCCA Chartered Certificate Accountant, brings extensive expertise in corporate accounting and compliance. He focuses on delivering practical financial solutions to SMEs, with a particular interest in supporting businesses through growth phases and structural changes.
Jack Baker
Senior Associate
Jack Baker, FCCA Chartered Certified Accountant, specialises in tax advisory and business strategy. With a client-centric approach, he provides tailored advice on tax efficiency and financial planning, helping businesses navigate complex regulatory environments with confidence.
Jonathan Round
Senior Consultant
Jonathan Round, FCA Chartered Accountant, offers deep expertise in financial reporting and business advisory. He works closely with owner-managed businesses to enhance financial performance, focusing on transparency and strategic decision-making aligned with long-term objectives.
Andrew Laird
Senior Consultant
Andrew Laird, FCCA Senior Consultant, specialises in tax compliance and advisory services. He provides clear, actionable advice on tax planning and regulatory matters, ensuring clients maintain compliance while optimising financial outcomes through strategic planning.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide business accounts, payroll, VAT returns, tax planning, and R&D tax reliefs tailored to SMEs.
Do you support startups with business setup?
Yes, we advise on optimal business structures and tax-efficient planning for new ventures.
How do you handle tax investigations?
We represent clients during HMRC investigations, preparing documentation and negotiating settlements to minimise penalties.
Are your services available outside Yorkshire?
We serve clients across Yorkshire, Manchester, London, and surrounding regions.
What makes Thompsons different from other accountants?
We combine technical expertise with a personal approach, prioritising confidentiality and proactive advice.
Do you offer online accounting software support?
Yes, we support Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, and FreeAgent with training and implementation.
