Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Accountants in Chester
Hatcher Hughes is a modern and dynamic accountancy practice established in 2000, dedicated to providing personalized financial expertise to businesses and individuals. Founded by husband-and-wife team Graham and Nina Hughes, both Chartered Certified Accountants with decades of combined experience, we prioritize building long-term relationships through trust and transparency. Our services span accounting, tax planning, business advisory, and strategic growth support across diverse sectors including manufacturing, retail, agriculture, and technology.We emphasize proactive advice, clear communication, and cost-effective solutions, ensuring clients can focus on running their businesses while we handle financial complexities. With a philosophy centered on exceeding expectations, we offer fixed fees, unlimited phone support, and free initial tax reviews to deliver value-driven outcomes.
Services
Accounting Software
Book-Keeping
Business Growth
Tax Planning
VAT Returns
Company Formation
Payroll Services
Inheritance Tax Planning
Strategic Planning
Tax Disputes
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer fixed fees quoted in advance for complete transparency.
- Our team provides unlimited phone support without additional charges.
- Free initial tax review to identify planning opportunities.
- Work delivered on time, with responses within 24 hours.
- Clear, jargon-free advice tailored to your business needs.
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
What people say
Exceptional tax planning
Prompt phone support
Transparent fixed fees
Proactive business advice
Reliable compliance
Services
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services help businesses and individuals minimize liabilities within legal frameworks. We analyze financial situations to identify savings opportunities, ensuring compliance while optimizing returns. Clients benefit from proactive advice tailored to evolving regulations and personal or corporate goals.
Business Growth
We provide strategic guidance to scale businesses effectively. Our team assesses market positioning, financial health, and operational efficiency to develop actionable growth plans. Services include funding advice, performance monitoring, and sector-specific insights for sustainable expansion.
VAT Returns
We manage VAT registration, returns, and dispute resolution to ensure compliance with HMRC requirements. Our approach simplifies complex obligations, reduces errors, and identifies reclaim opportunities. Clients receive timely submissions and clear guidance on VAT-efficient practices.
Company Formation
We assist in establishing new businesses with tailored structuring advice. Services include incorporation, tax registration, and compliance setup. Our support ensures startups meet legal requirements while positioning for long-term financial success through informed decision-making.
Payroll Services
Our payroll solutions handle salary processing, tax deductions, and regulatory reporting. We ensure accuracy in PAYE submissions, pension auto-enrolment, and real-time updates. Clients gain peace of mind with compliant, efficient payroll administration aligned with HMRC standards.
People
Graham Hughes
Director
FCCA-qualified with over 25 years of experience, Graham combines practice and corporate finance expertise. He specializes in strategic business advisory and complex tax solutions, ensuring clients achieve financial clarity and growth.
Nina Hughes
Director
FCCA-qualified and practicing since 1994, Nina focuses on tax compliance and charity advisory. Her client-centric approach emphasizes problem-solving and personalized strategies to navigate regulatory challenges and optimize financial outcomes.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, tax planning, and financial reporting tailored to small businesses. Our services ensure compliance and support growth through strategic insights.
Do you offer fixed-fee accounting packages?
Yes, we provide fixed-fee packages with transparent pricing. Costs are agreed upfront based on service scope, ensuring no unexpected charges.
How can you help with tax disputes?
We represent clients in tax disputes with HMRC, offering expert guidance on appeals, penalties, and voluntary disclosures. Our goal is to resolve issues efficiently with minimal financial impact.
Are you available for urgent tax advice?
We prioritize urgent client needs and offer prompt support via phone or email. Emergency consultations are accommodated within our standard response times.
What sectors do you specialize in?
We work with manufacturing, retail, agriculture, construction, IT, and professional services sectors. Our team adapts expertise to industry-specific challenges and opportunities.
Do you provide free initial consultations?
Yes, we offer a free initial tax review to assess your needs and identify savings opportunities before starting any engagement.
Reviews (1)
Ayla Serridge
Nov 14, 2020
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Fantastic Accountants! Always friendly and happy to help with and problem big or small. Really made me feel at easy and never belittled me or made me feel stupid like other accountants have. Would recommend to anyone and everyone.
