Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Chorley Supporting Business Growth
Established in 1998, Stephen Andrews is a forward-thinking accounting firm serving small, medium, and start-up businesses across the UK. Our team of experienced professionals specialises in accountancy, tax advice, bookkeeping, and payroll services, with a particular focus on demystifying complex financial processes for our clients. We prioritise transparency, with all charges agreed in advance, and maintain expertise in modern accounting software including SAGE, QuickBooks, and Xero. Our partners bring decades of combined experience in tax planning, franchise advisory, and business start-up support, helping clients minimise tax liabilities while maximising growth potential.We operate with a client-first philosophy, offering accessible support without the fear of unexpected costs, and have developed long-standing relationships with businesses in Lancashire, Yorkshire, Liverpool, Manchester, and London. Our services extend beyond basic compliance to include strategic financial planning, cashflow management, and HMRC enquiry handling, ensuring comprehensive support for business development.
Services
Accountancy
Tax Advice
Bookkeeping
Payroll Services
Business Start-Up Support
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in professional accountancy services
- All charges are agreed in advance with complete transparency
- We serve clients nationwide while maintaining local Chorley expertise
- Our team includes specialists in franchise advisory and tax planning
- We offer strategic financial planning alongside core accounting services
What people say
Transparent pricing
Expert tax advice
Accessible support
Experienced team
Business growth focus
Services
Accountancy
We prepare comprehensive accounts for all business structures including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. Our services cover bookkeeping, financial reporting, and compliance with company law requirements. With expertise in major accounting software packages, we ensure accurate record-keeping and timely submission of statutory accounts to regulatory bodies.
Tax Advice
Our specialists provide strategic tax planning to minimise liabilities across income tax, VAT, PAYE, and capital gains tax. We assist with self-assessment returns, tax investigations, and business succession planning. Our proactive approach helps clients utilise available tax avoidance schemes while maintaining full compliance with HMRC regulations.
Payroll Services
We manage complete payroll processing including real-time information submissions, payslip generation, and pension auto-enrolment. Our services cover wage calculations, tax/NIC deductions, and year-end returns. We maintain compliance with evolving minimum wage laws and employment tax thresholds through automated systems and expert oversight.
Business Start-Up
We provide comprehensive guidance for new businesses including entity selection, cashflow forecasting, and funding applications. Our support covers franchise evaluations, tax structure optimisation, and preparation of business plans required by financial institutions for securing business finance.
VAT Returns
We handle quarterly VAT return preparation and submission for businesses of all sizes. Our service ensures accurate calculation of VAT liabilities, timely filing, and compliance with HMRC requirements. We also provide strategic advice on VAT schemes to optimise cashflow and reduce administrative burdens.
People
Andrew Jolly
Partner
Co-founder with over 30 years' experience in accountancy and tax planning. Specialises in business structure optimisation and tax minimisation strategies since joining the profession in 1989.
Stephen Groundwater
Partner
Co-founder and franchise specialist with extensive knowledge of business start-ups. Has developed expertise in franchise advisory services since establishing the firm in 1998.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide complete accountancy services including bookkeeping, financial reporting, and statutory compliance for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
Do you handle tax planning for business owners?
Yes, we specialise in strategic tax planning to minimise liabilities through entity selection, dividend strategies, and available tax scheme utilisation.
Can you assist with payroll administration?
We manage full payroll processing including RTI submissions, payslips, pension auto-enrolment, and year-end returns using modern payroll software systems.
Do you support business start-ups?
Yes, we provide start-up advice including business structure selection, cashflow forecasting, and preparation of funding applications for new ventures.
How do you handle HMRC tax investigations?
Our team has extensive experience managing tax enquiries and investigations, working to resolve issues while minimising client costs and stress.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Chorley, we work with clients nationwide including Lancashire, Yorkshire, Liverpool, Manchester, and London-based businesses.
