Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Rotherham
Established in 1967, we are a family-run accountancy practice dedicated to providing tailored financial solutions to individuals and businesses across Rotherham and South Yorkshire. With over six decades of combined experience, our team of chartered accountants specialises in delivering tax-saving strategies, bookkeeping, payroll services, and strategic business advice. We prioritise transparency, never charging for initial consultations or routine communications, ensuring clients receive cost-effective support. Our approach focuses on building long-term relationships, offering personalised guidance to help clients navigate complex financial landscapes.As a practice, we combine traditional values with modern expertise, leveraging technology to streamline processes while maintaining a hands-on, client-centric ethos. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our client testimonials, which highlight our responsiveness, professionalism, and ability to simplify accountancy challenges. We serve a diverse client base, from sole traders to large companies, adapting our services to meet evolving needs while upholding the highest standards of confidentiality and integrity.
Services
Personal Tax Planning
Payroll Services
Company Formation
VAT Returns
Annual Accounts
Bookkeeping
Tax Investigations
Business Advisory
Making Tax Digital
Inheritance Tax Planning
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- We offer over 55 years of combined accountancy experience with a family-run ethos.
- Our team provides free initial meetings and never charges for routine communications.
- We specialise in tax-saving strategies tailored to individual and business client needs.
- Our client testimonials highlight exceptional responsiveness and problem-solving expertise.
- We combine traditional values with modern technology for efficient, transparent services.
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Seamless transition from previous accountants
Exceptional problem-solving expertise
Always available for queries
Professional and empathetic support
Fantastic change in service quality
Services
Personal Tax Planning
We provide tailored tax planning solutions to minimise liabilities while ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations. Our expertise covers income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax strategies for individuals. By analysing your financial situation, we identify legal opportunities to retain more of your income through allowances, reliefs, and structured investments. Clients benefit from proactive advice that adapts to changing legislation and personal circumstances.
Payroll Services
Our comprehensive payroll services handle salary processing, PAYE submissions, and pension scheme administration for businesses of all sizes. We ensure accurate calculations for tax, National Insurance, and statutory payments while maintaining compliance with real-time reporting requirements. Clients receive support for auto-enrolment pensions, CIS returns, and complex payroll scenarios, including furlough claims. Our team simplifies payroll complexities, saving businesses time and reducing compliance risks.
Company Formation
We assist entrepreneurs in establishing limited companies, including registration with Companies House and HMRC. Our service covers selection of SIC codes, preparation of constitutional documents, and guidance on director responsibilities. Clients receive ongoing support for company secretarial tasks, such as filing confirmation statements and managing share issues. We provide practical advice on business structures to optimise tax efficiency and legal protection from day one.
VAT Returns
We prepare and submit accurate VAT returns while identifying opportunities to reduce VAT liabilities through scheme optimisation. Our expertise includes handling VAT inspections, reclaiming overpaid taxes, and advising on cross-border transactions. Clients benefit from timely submissions using Sage 50 software, ensuring compliance with Making Tax Digital requirements. We provide clear explanations of VAT obligations for businesses in sectors like construction and hospitality.
Annual Accounts
We prepare statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies in accordance with accounting standards. Our service includes balance sheet preparation, profit and loss analysis, and explanatory notes presented in plain English. Clients receive insights into financial performance to support decision-making. We ensure timely submissions to Companies House and HMRC while explaining technical details in accessible terms.
People
Robert D Parkin
Partner
Leading the firm since 1967, Robert provides strategic direction and tax advice to SMEs. Qualified at 17 through evening study, he combines hands-on experience with chartered expertise. A passionate Rotherham United supporter, he focuses on breaking traditional accountancy models through client-centric service.
John R Parkin
Partner
With public practice experience since 1967, John specialises in multi-industry accounting. As committee chairman of Rotherham Town Cricket Club, he applies team ethic principles to business. His career spans from junior roles to partnership, offering historical perspective on tax legislation changes affecting clients.
Ryan Charnock
Senior Accountant
Joining in 2019, Ryan manages construction and hospitality sector clients. With 18 years' experience in payroll and management accounts, he combines technical expertise with rugby club treasurer duties. His approach focuses on cashflow projections and tax planning for growing businesses.
Tony Parkin
Payroll Manager
Heading payroll since 2012, Tony advises on PAYE setups and pension schemes. With 14 years' experience handling payrolls from 1 to 200+ employees, he simplifies complex obligations. His client-focused approach ensures compliance with automatic enrolment and statutory payment requirements.
Kate Parkin
Senior Accountant
Qualified through 30 years' experience, Kate specialises in SME accounts and property portfolios. Having run a Gainsborough office at 21, she brings practical insight to business transitions. Her expertise covers back-year disclosures and compliance for licensed trades.
Questions
What accounting services do Parkins offer?
We provide tax planning, payroll, bookkeeping, annual accounts, VAT returns, company formation, and business advisory services tailored to individual and business needs.
How does Parkins differ from other accountants?
We combine over 55 years' local experience with a family-run approach, offering free initial consultations and prioritising transparent, client-focused service without hidden fees.
Can Parkins assist with business setup?
Yes, we guide clients through company formation, including Companies House registration, SIC code selection, and ongoing company secretarial support.
Do you handle complex payroll requirements?
Our payroll team manages everything from single-person companies to 200+ employee payrolls, including CIS returns, pension schemes, and furlough claims.
How do you support tax compliance?
We ensure HMRC compliance through accurate VAT returns, tax investigations support, and strategic planning to legally minimise liabilities across income and corporation taxes.
Reviews (3)
Jacqueline Sigsworth
Jun 16, 2020
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Over the past 11 years I have had great support from all the team from receptionist, to Sam who undertakes my business VAT and Luke who deal with all my Business affairs. Tony who heads up the payroll has been outstanding over the years. Mr J Parkin a fountain of knowledge thank you to everyone. I always highly recommend the full team.
Sadie Bates
Aug 24, 2019
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Kate @ Parkins has been amazing from start to finish in the service she has provided for myself and my Partner. Very professional but friendly service and will definitely be continuing to use Kate and the team @ Parkin's in future for all our accounting needs. Thank you Kate for your time, patience and great service :)
Colin O'Donnell
Jul 26, 2012
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Parkins Accountants have a wealth of experience which gave me a great amount of trust. Rob and his team have saved me money. Local to Rotherham and competitive made it an easy choice. I would be happily recommend Parkins Accountants!
