Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Cambridge
Thompson Taraz Rand is a chartered accountancy firm established in 2001, originally operating as Stanes Rand before rebranding in 2016. Our firm specialises in business development advice, tax planning, and financial consultancy for businesses and private clients. We serve clients across the property, technology, and medical sectors, combining over two decades of experience with cloud-based accounting technology to deliver tailored solutions. Our approach prioritises regular client communication, hands-on management, and long-term relationship building.We operate from multiple offices in Cambridge, Lolworth, Royston, and Newmarket, maintaining a reputation for reliability through client referrals. Our team of chartered accountants and registered auditors provides services ranging from payroll management to inheritance tax planning, supported by partnerships with organisations like Xero for real-time financial insights.
Services
Business Services
Private Clients
Tax Consultancy
Audit & Assurance
Payroll Services
Wealth Management
Capital Taxes Planning
Trust Administration
Cloud Accounting
Business Development Advisory
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years' experience in chartered accountancy services
- Our team provides tailored tax planning solutions for complex financial situations
- We maintain long-term client relationships through regular communication and hands-on management
- Our expertise spans property, technology, and medical sectors
- We combine cloud accounting technology with traditional audit and assurance services
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
What people say
Excellent service
Highly recommend
Proactive approach
Tax planning expertise
Responsive communication
Services
Business Services
Our business services provide comprehensive financial management for companies of all sizes. We offer audit & assurance, payroll management, bookkeeping, and business tax planning tailored to your specific needs. Our proactive approach ensures your financial affairs are handled efficiently while you focus on business growth.
Private Clients
We deliver tailored financial solutions for private clients, including inheritance tax planning and capital gains tax optimisation. Our team provides wealth management strategies and trust administration services, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations while minimising tax liabilities for individuals and families.
Tax Consultancy
Our tax consultancy services cover all business structures from sole traders to multinational corporations. We identify tax-saving opportunities throughout the business lifecycle, offering strategic advice on tax-efficient wealth creation and compliance with UK tax legislation.
Audit & Assurance
We provide independent audit and assurance services to maintain financial transparency and regulatory compliance. Our chartered accountants conduct thorough examinations of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and building stakeholder confidence through rigorous verification processes.
Cloud Accounting
Our cloud accounting solutions use Xero software for real-time financial management. This service enables clients to access up-to-date financial information remotely, streamlining bookkeeping processes while maintaining secure data storage and instant reporting capabilities.
People
Andrew Rand
Founder & Director
With over 20 years' experience, Andrew established the firm in 2001 and leads strategic direction. He specialises in business development and tax planning for technology and medical sector clients.
Chris Whiteoak
Tax Specialist
Chris provides expert tax advisory services, handling complex cases including international tax compliance. He supports both business and private clients with strategic tax planning and audit representation.
Kevin Baker
Accountancy Advisor
Kevin offers comprehensive accounting solutions, focusing on property sector clients. He manages audit processes and provides business advisory services to help clients achieve financial objectives through strategic planning.
Craig Lockley
Client Manager
Craig delivers hands-on accountancy support with particular expertise in small business needs. He provides regular client consultations and ensures timely compliance with financial reporting requirements.
Lizzie Cossor
Xero Specialist
Lizzie manages cloud accounting implementations and provides technical support for digital bookkeeping systems. She helps clients optimise Xero software for efficient financial management and real-time reporting.
Questions
What business development advice do you provide?
We offer practical guidance on business growth strategies, including financial planning, cost reduction, and shareholder agreements without industry jargon.
How do your tax planning services work?
Our tax consultants identify legal opportunities to minimise liabilities through strategic planning tailored to your business or personal circumstances.
What accounting software do you use?
We specialise in Xero cloud accounting software, enabling real-time financial management and seamless collaboration with clients.
Do you handle international tax matters?
Yes, our team has expertise in cross-border tax issues including non-resident and non-domiciled tax planning for individuals and businesses.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We focus on property, technology, and medical sectors while maintaining expertise across diverse industries through our experienced team.
How are fees structured?
We offer fixed fee arrangements based on service complexity, with free initial consultations to understand your specific requirements before quoting.
Reviews (1)
David Sands
Aug 18, 2019
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I and my company have been with Thompson Taraz Rand, previously Stanes Rand for some 20 years. I can't imagine a better service. Initially I dealt with Andrew Rand and these days Craig Lockley who really knows his stuff and is so helpful. I get full attention and fast responses to queries even though my company is very small and I'm sure they have bigger clients. James Dogget does our R&D claims. This company have more than earned their fees over the years and I would totally recommend them for any company large or small.
