Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting Solutions
Established in Barnsley in 1970, G B A C is a modern, female-led B Corp practice with over 50 years of experience. Our team of 34 professionals, including accountants, auditors, tax specialists, and payroll experts, provides holistic accounting, taxation, and advisory services. We prioritize personalized solutions, supporting businesses from startups to large corporations through growth, restructuring, and succession planning. Our commitment to sustainability and community is reflected in our B Corp certification and Platinum Standard for Investors in People.We embrace innovation, utilizing cloud technology like Xero to deliver efficient, proactive services. With a focus on integrity and expertise, we serve clients across the UK, offering audit, tax consultancy, payroll, company secretarial services, and specialized probate support. Our values of honesty, openness, and fairness guide every interaction, ensuring clients receive tailored advice that aligns with their unique needs and goals.
Services
Accounting
Bookkeeping
VAT Tax Consultancy
Audit & Assurance
Payroll Services
Company Secretarial
Business Valuations
Probate Services
Corporate Finance
Service Charge Accounts
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of experience serving businesses across the UK
- Personalized approach tailored to individual client needs
- Certified B Corporation committed to sustainability and ethics
- Team of 34 specialists in accounting, tax, and business advisory
- Award-winning practice with Platinum Standard for Investors in People
Associations and certifications
- B Corp
- ACCA
- BSI
- Investors in People
What people say
Outstanding service
Highly recommend
Proactive support
Expertise in tax
Trusted advisors
Services
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Our cloud-based accounting and bookkeeping services ensure accurate, real-time financial management. Using Xero Gold Partner technology, we streamline VAT returns, payroll, and year-end accounts while providing proactive advisory support. Clients benefit from remote access to financial records, cashflow management tools, and tailored reporting. With expertise in statutory accounts for SMEs and PLCs, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that adapt to evolving business needs.
Tax Consultancy
Specialized tax services cover corporation tax, R&D relief, and EIS/SEIS schemes. Our experts provide strategic planning for tax efficiency, handling HMRC enquiries and complex matters like property taxation and employee share schemes. We focus on minimizing liabilities while ensuring compliance, with dedicated support for business restructuring and international tax considerations through our experienced team.
Audit & Assurance
ACCA-registered audit services include statutory audits, internal audit assurance, and risk management. We go beyond compliance by identifying system weaknesses and providing actionable recommendations. Our certified team works with academies, charities, and corporations, offering tailored assurance reports that enhance stakeholder confidence and improve long-term financial governance for organizations of all sizes.
Payroll Services
Outsourced payroll solutions handle RTI reporting, auto-enrolment, and compliance with changing legislation. We manage multi-period processing, statutory forms, and CIS reporting while ensuring accurate, timely payments. Our service reduces administrative burdens, maintains employee satisfaction, and provides customized payslips and security protocols for businesses with varying workforce sizes and industry requirements.
Company Secretarial
Comprehensive company secretarial services cover statutory filings, share transfers, and board minute preparation. We ensure compliance with Companies House requirements, manage confirmation statements, and support dividend administration. Our team simplifies corporate governance for clients, maintaining accurate records and providing expert guidance on regulatory changes affecting UK businesses and LLPs.
People
Marie Lang
Director
Co-owner with 30+ years' experience in transaction services and statutory auditing. Former KPMG professional and technical director at EFAA, she specializes in business restructuring and serves as Barnsley College Governor.
Corinna Humphries
Director
Tax director and co-owner with expertise in employee share schemes and probate services. Qualified wills practitioner and volunteer at Tax Help for Older People, she provides strategic tax planning solutions.
Victoria Davies
Head of Auditing
30-year audit veteran and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) with expertise in statutory and internal audits. Holds company secretarial qualifications and leads audit teams for corporate and charity clients.
Nikki Stuart
Property Services Manager
Specializes in service charge accounts and property VAT for residential and commercial developments. Manages complex property portfolios with tailored accounting solutions and compliance expertise.
Louise Wroe
Tax Team Head
Experienced tax specialist focusing on trusts, estates, and probate. Qualified wills practitioner with decades of accountancy experience, providing strategic tax planning and compliance services for high-net-worth individuals.
Questions
What accounting software does gbac support?
We are Xero Gold Partners and support cloud accounting solutions for real-time financial management and reporting.
Do you handle payroll for small businesses?
Yes, we provide outsourced payroll services tailored to businesses of all sizes with compliance and efficiency.
Are you qualified to perform statutory audits?
Yes, we are ACCA-registered auditors providing statutory audits for companies and charities meeting threshold requirements.
Can you assist with probate services?
Our licensed wills and probate practitioners offer specialized estate administration and succession planning services.
How do you support academy trusts?
We provide tailored audit, AAR submission, and financial planning services for academies and multi-academy trusts.
What tax planning services do you offer?
We specialize in corporation tax, R&D relief, EIS/SEIS schemes, and tax-efficient business restructuring strategies.
Reviews (1)
Richard Reynolds
Jul 28, 2019
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A superb company with proactive business and tax advice. I always get a prompt response from any phonecall/email question I have. A pleasure to work with
