Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in South Shields
Established in 1953, G W Dick & Co is a family-run firm of Chartered Accountants based in South Shields, Tyne & Wear. Our professional and trustworthy reputation has been built through decades of developing close working relationships with clients, offering tailored accounting, tax, and advisory services. With over 70 years of experience, we have supported clients through significant legislative changes, including Self Assessment, Real Time Information, and Making Tax Digital. Our dedicated team prioritises understanding individual client needs, providing expert guidance on business structure, tax planning, and financial reporting. We maintain a client-centric approach, combining traditional values with modern technology to deliver solutions that align with evolving business landscapes.Our expertise extends to audit services, company secretarial duties, VAT compliance, and specialist offshore disclosures. As a firm with deep local roots and international client reach, we ensure compliance while minimising tax liabilities through strategic planning. Our commitment to transparency and ongoing client education has resulted in high retention rates and referrals. We pride ourselves on being trusted advisors, offering both corporate and individual clients a comprehensive service that adapts to their unique requirements.
Services
Bookkeeping
Accounting
Tax Services
Business Advisory
Making Tax Digital
Specialist Services
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of experience in accountancy and tax advisory services.
- Our team provides tailored solutions through in-depth understanding of client needs.
- We specialise in Making Tax Digital compliance and digital accounting systems.
- Our firm maintains a 95% client retention rate through consistent service quality.
- We offer specialist expertise in offshore disclosures and international taxation.
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Exceptional service
Personalised approach
Tax expertise
Reliable advisors
Long-term support
Services
Bookkeeping
Our comprehensive bookkeeping service ensures accurate financial records for businesses of all sizes. We handle invoicing, bank reconciliations, VAT returns, and real-time reporting to maintain compliance. Clients receive regular updates on profit margins, debtor/creditor positions, and tax obligations.
Tax Services
We provide full tax compliance services including personal, corporate, and capital gains tax calculations. Our expertise covers offshore disclosures, expatriate taxation, and tax investigation support. We ensure clients benefit from legitimate tax-saving opportunities while maintaining HMRC compliance.
Business Advisory
As trusted advisors, we offer strategic guidance on business structure, acquisitions, and financial planning. Our team helps clients navigate complex decisions with tailored solutions that align with long-term business objectives and regulatory requirements.
Making Tax Digital
We support businesses transitioning to HMRC's Making Tax Digital system. Our services include software implementation, digital record-keeping, and compliance management to ensure seamless adaptation to the new tax reporting requirements.
Specialist Services
Our specialist expertise addresses complex tax situations including offshore disclosures, property taxation, and compliance checks. With decades of experience handling HMRC investigations, we provide expert representation and resolution strategies for challenging cases.
People
Andrew Dick
Managing Partner
Andrew qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1994 and has led the firm since 2000. He specialises in business advisory services and digital tax compliance.
Bill Dick
Founder
Bill established the firm in 1953 and served as principal until 2000. His legacy of client-focused service continues to shape the firm's values.
Katie Coyne
Digital Bookkeeping & Accounts
Katie manages digital accounting systems and bookkeeping services, ensuring clients benefit from modern, efficient financial record-keeping solutions.
Tom Middleton
Accounts
Tom oversees financial reporting and compliance, bringing expertise in annual accounts preparation and company secretarial duties.
Elaine Douglass
Marketing & HR
Elaine manages client communications and internal operations, ensuring the firm maintains its high service standards and client engagement.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide bookkeeping, financial reporting, audit services, and company secretarial duties tailored to business needs.
Do you handle international tax matters?
Yes, we support clients with offshore disclosures, expatriate taxation, and international compliance requirements.
How do you assist with Making Tax Digital?
We implement digital systems, provide software training, and manage compliance for HMRC's MTD requirements.
What business advisory services are available?
We offer business structure advice, acquisition support, and strategic financial planning services.
Do you work with overseas clients?
Yes, we serve international clients with UK tax compliance and reporting requirements.
