Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Blackburn
Established in 1996, Howard & Co & Co is a chartered accountancy practice dedicated to delivering high-quality advisory and compliance services. Our team of experienced professionals specialises in supporting small and medium-sized businesses, owner-managed companies, and individual clients across Lancashire. We prioritise clear communication and tailored solutions to address specific financial and operational challenges. With expertise in corporate finance, tax planning, and business strategy, we help clients navigate complex regulatory environments while optimising profitability and wealth retention. Our commitment to technological innovation ensures access to modern tools for efficient financial management.As members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, we uphold rigorous professional standards. Our services span accounting, auditing, payroll management, and strategic advisory, with a focus on building long-term client relationships. We actively engage in tax mitigation strategies, retirement planning, and business start-up support to address evolving client needs. Our proactive approach combines traditional accountancy practices with forward-thinking advisory services to deliver measurable value.
Services
Tax Compliance
Business Start-ups
Payroll Services
Corporate Finance
Wealth Management
Audit Support
Online Accounting
Tax Investigation
Retirement Planning
Self Assessment
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- Established in 1996 with deep local and sector-specific expertise
- Tailored solutions for SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and individuals
- Team of ICAEW-qualified chartered accountants and tax specialists
- Proactive advisory services combining traditional and modern practices
- Comprehensive support from business start-ups to wealth management
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
Services
Tax Compliance
Our tax compliance services ensure accurate and timely submission of returns while minimising liabilities. We specialise in corporate and personal tax planning, offering strategic advice to optimise financial outcomes. Clients benefit from proactive support during tax investigations through our insurance-backed fee protection.
Business Start-ups
We provide comprehensive guidance for new businesses, including regulatory compliance, financial structuring, and initial tax planning. Our support extends to company secretarial services and software training, helping fledgling companies establish robust financial foundations while navigating early-stage challenges effectively.
Wealth Management
Our wealth management services focus on personal tax planning and retirement strategies. By analysing individual financial circumstances, we develop customised plans to enhance wealth retention and ensure compliance with evolving tax regulations while addressing long-term financial goals.
Corporate Finance
We assist businesses in securing essential deals and financial arrangements. Our expertise includes strategic financial analysis, merger and acquisition support, and cash flow optimisation, enabling companies to achieve growth objectives while maintaining fiscal stability and regulatory compliance.
Payroll Services
Our dedicated payroll team offers confidential, end-to-end management of employee compensation processes. We handle tax deductions, compliance reporting, and system integration to ensure accuracy and efficiency, allowing businesses to focus on core operations without administrative burdens.
People
Neil Howard
Managing Partner
FCA-qualified with extensive experience in strategic tax planning and corporate reconstructions. Specialises in supporting family businesses and professional partnerships since establishing Howard & Co & Co in 1996.
Craig McGarry
Partner
FCCA-qualified with expertise in advising new businesses. Manages tax compliance and growth strategies for SMEs, focusing on practical solutions for operational and financial challenges in dynamic markets.
Questions
What accounting services does Howard & Co & Co & Co offer?
We provide full accounting services including tax compliance, audit support, payroll management, and online accounting tools tailored to SMEs and individual clients.
Do you support business start-ups?
Yes, we offer dedicated start-up support covering regulatory compliance, financial structuring, and tax planning to help new businesses establish strong foundations.
How do you handle tax investigations?
Our tax investigation service includes insurance-backed fee protection and expert representation to defend clients during HMRC audits or compliance checks.
What wealth management solutions are available?
We provide personal tax planning, retirement strategies, and self-assessment services to optimise individual financial outcomes and long-term wealth retention.
Are you qualified chartered accountants?
Yes, we are members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards.
Reviews (1)
Bob Damerell
Dec 13, 2012
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Very professional accountants in Blackburn. Give good sound advice and take the pressure away! Many thanks.
