Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting and Tax Solutions
Warr & Co Chartered Accountants & Co Chartered Accountants have been delivering tailored accounting solutions since 1994, combining decades of expertise with cutting-edge technology. Our team of fully qualified professionals operates from offices in Stockport and Manchester, offering remote support across the UK. Specialising in business startups, company formations, and tax strategy, we prioritise personalised service over generic approaches. With a proven track record in sectors ranging from locum medicine to e-commerce, we leverage ICAEW-accredited standards to ensure compliance and financial optimisation.Our proactive methodology transforms audits into strategic growth opportunities while maintaining rigorous adherence to regulatory frameworks like Making Tax Digital. Client testimonials consistently highlight our responsiveness, technical proficiency, and commitment to long-term financial success.
Services
Business Accounting
Bookkeeping
Audit Services
Charity Audits
Company Formations
Corporate Tax Planning
Tax Enquiry Service
VAT Services
Payroll Management
Landlord Accounting
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer individually tailored accounting solutions
- Our team consists of certified experts with extensive experience
- We use the latest technology for efficient service delivery
- We specialise in company formations and business startup advice
- We provide services across the UK with remote support capabilities
Associations and certifications
- The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Extremely helpful
Clearly and concisely explained
No silly questions
Trusted for 24 years
Proactive financial guidance
Services
Business Accounting Services
We handle complete business accounting cycles including year-end accounts, tax compliance, and financial reporting. Our team ensures statutory requirements are met while providing strategic financial insights. Services cover sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies with tailored solutions for SMEs.
Company Formations
Specialist support for new business creation including company registration, structure advice, and initial tax registration. We guide clients through choosing optimal business structures and complete all Companies House submissions efficiently for smooth market entry.
Tax Enquiry Service
Comprehensive coverage against HMRC investigation costs with expert representation. This service protects businesses from unexpected financial exposure during tax audits, ensuring professional handling of compliance reviews and documentation requests.
Payroll & Auto Enrolment
Full payroll management including salary processing, pension auto-enrolment, and statutory reporting. We ensure compliance with evolving employment regulations while maintaining accurate records for seamless HMRC submissions and employee satisfaction.
Charity Audits
Tailored audit services for charities and not-for-profits meeting SORP requirements. Our approach combines regulatory compliance with operational insights to strengthen financial governance and demonstrate accountability to stakeholders and funding bodies.
People
Tim Warr
Partner
Founder with ACA qualification since 1979, specialising in contractor accounting and tax investigations. Holds 24 years' experience advising London-based businesses while maintaining active client relationships across three UK offices.
Nicola Joyce
Partner
ACCA-qualified audit compliance specialist with 20+ years' experience. Focuses on charity audits and business advisory services, combining technical expertise with strategic guidance for owner-managed companies and not-for-profit organisations.
Robert Benson-May
Partner
E-commerce specialist with experience scaling businesses to 100m+ turnover. Leads technology sector advisory services, leveraging prior operational experience in fast-growing digital enterprises to deliver practical financial strategies.
David Lever
Consultant
FCA-qualified consultant with 30+ years' tax advisory experience. Specialises in IT systems implementation and Making Tax Digital compliance, helping businesses transition to cloud accounting platforms while optimising tax positions.
Philip Seligman
Consultant
Chartered tax adviser since 1986, offering specialist VAT and estate planning expertise. Combines technical knowledge with practical business advice, particularly supporting high-net-worth individuals and complex family business structures.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide complete accounting packages including bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, and year-end accounts tailored to SME needs.
How can you assist with business startup requirements?
We offer company formation, business structure advice, and initial tax registration with ongoing support for new ventures.
Do you provide remote accounting services outside Manchester?
Yes, we deliver cloud-based accounting solutions nationwide while maintaining local office support in Stockport and Manchester.
What makes your audit service different?
We transform statutory audits into strategic business reviews, identifying growth opportunities while ensuring regulatory compliance.
How do you handle tax investigations?
Our Tax Enquiry Service provides full protection and expert representation during HMRC investigations, minimising business disruption.
Reviews (4)
Diana Weinhold
Sep 13, 2019
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We have used Warr & Co for our shared-freehold house accounts for over five years and have been extremely happy with the service.
Benoit Xhenseval
Jun 22, 2019
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I have known Tim and his team for a long time now and they are still the very best, combining up-to-date knowledge with the best service one could hope for. They are approachable and always willing to help. I very strongly recommend them.
Scchin
Jul 15, 2017
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I've been with warr and co since 2011 and found them to be very helpful and professional. Very thorough and would totally recommend them.
Kai Rochford
Jul 05, 2017
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We had some quick questions about taxes and PAYE, and Tim Warr answered them all. He gave us some excellent advice and recommendations and if we ever need to, we'll definitely be using Warr & Co again!
