Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Newcastle
Established in 1991, we are a professional accountancy firm based in Newcastle, dedicated to alleviating financial workloads for businesses and individuals. Our services span accountancy, taxation, and company secretarial support, tailored to meet the unique needs of Sole Traders, Partnerships, Limited Companies, and Charities. With expertise in compliance, tax planning, and audit work registered by ICAEW, we prioritise timely, accurate solutions and client-focused service.Our team combines decades of experience with continuous professional development, ensuring up-to-date advice on financial matters. We foster long-term relationships by delivering transparent, reliable support, enabling clients to focus on business growth while we handle regulatory obligations. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our accreditation and active involvement in professional bodies like the Northern Society of Chartered Accountants.
Services
Accounts Preparation
Corporation Tax
Personal Tax
Audit Services
VAT Returns
Payroll Services
Business Start-Ups
Company Secretarial
Business Plans
Bookkeeping
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer a free initial consultation to understand your specific needs.
- Our team provides tailored tax-saving strategies based on individual circumstances.
- We ensure compliance with HMRC deadlines for tax returns and filings.
- We deliver audit services registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
- Our approach combines decades of experience with ongoing professional development.
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
Services
Accounts Preparation
We prepare accurate financial statements tailored to your business structure, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Our service includes balance sheets, profit and loss accounts, and detailed commentary to support informed decision-making. Clients benefit from clarity on financial performance and statutory requirements.
Corporation Tax
Our corporation tax service ensures timely submission of returns and optimises tax efficiency through legitimate reliefs and allowances. We handle computations, HMRC correspondence, and payment planning to minimise liabilities while maintaining compliance with evolving tax legislation.
Audit Services
Registered with ICAEW for audit work, we provide independent examinations of financial statements to enhance credibility. Our audits meet statutory requirements for larger businesses, offering assurance to stakeholders through rigorous analysis and transparent reporting.
VAT Returns
We manage VAT return submissions and advisory services, including Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance. Our support covers registration, payment planning, and reclaiming overpaid taxes, ensuring adherence to HMRC regulations while improving cash flow efficiency.
Company Secretarial
Our company secretarial service handles filings with Companies House, director appointments, and shareholder communications. We ensure adherence to corporate governance rules, reducing administrative burdens and preventing penalties for missed deadlines.
People
Pamela Clarke
Audit and Accounts Partner
Founder of Clarke's Chartered Accountants in 1991, Pamela specialises in accountancy services and business compliance. With over 30 years' experience, she previously served as President of the Northern Society of Chartered Accountants.
Peter Cronin
Tax Partner
Peter leads our tax department, leveraging expertise from Ernst and Young and independent firms. He focuses on strategic tax planning and compliance, ensuring clients benefit from efficient, legally sound solutions.
Samantha Hill
Audit and Accounts Manager
Qualified in 2012, Samantha manages accountancy services for diverse clients. She combines technical proficiency with personalised support, ensuring accurate financial reporting and regulatory adherence.
Robbie Swan
Accounting Technician
Robbie provides technical accounting support while pursuing his Chartered Accountancy qualification. He assists with bookkeeping, payroll, and client-facing administrative tasks.
Questions
What services do Clarkes Chartered Accountants offer?
We provide accounts preparation, tax returns, audit services, VAT compliance, payroll, company secretarial support, and business start-up advice.
Do you offer a free initial consultation?
Yes, we provide a free initial consultation to discuss your specific accountancy needs and how we can support your business.
Which sectors do you work with?
Our clients operate in manufacturing, service industries, charities, legal practices, and arts and culture sectors.
Are you registered for audit work?
Yes, we are registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales for audit services (reference C008202060).
How do you handle tax compliance?
We prepare and submit tax returns on time, advise on tax-saving opportunities, and ensure compliance with HMRC regulations.
Reviews (2)
John Rudkin
Sep 06, 2019
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I've known Peter Cronin for quite a few years now, having met him at the old Fitness First gym in High Heaton, Newcastle. Several years later whilst I'm PAYE at work, the band I run was starting to get some decent hotel contracts and things needed to be stepped up a little. They are a very friendly lot at Clarke's, only a small team of four that I'm aware of. It's not mega cheap by any means, but their prices are standard enough (having done some digging prior to signing up) and the graft rate is good. I presume I'm small fry in terms of what I need from them, but they don't let me down and the
Muriel Freeman
Dec 23, 2015
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I have been a client of Clarke's for over 30 years and I cannot recommend them highly enough. All staff are friendly, efficient and keen to help in any way they can - whatever the query! This is a highly professional service with a genuinely personal approach and even though I live many miles away from Newcastle I would not consider anyone else.
