Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Accountants in Saltash
Established in 1993, Blackwell Bate has grown from a home-based practice to a respected firm of chartered accountants operating across two offices in Devon and Cornwall. Our team of over 20 professionals delivers tailored accounting, tax, and business advisory services to a diverse client base, including sole traders, partnerships, freelancers, limited companies, and not-for-profit organisations. With a focus on transparency and client-centric service, we provide fixed-price quotations after understanding individual client needs, ensuring no unexpected costs. Our expertise spans compliance services, tax minimisation strategies, business growth planning, and wealth management solutions. We pride ourselves on combining technical excellence with accessible support, offering unlimited telephone assistance and direct access to senior team members.Our in-house software ABACUS provides real-time financial insights for freelancers, while our audit services ensure regulatory compliance for businesses and charities. As a firm, we prioritise long-term relationships over transactional interactions, aiming to become trusted financial partners for our clients. Our directors bring decades of combined experience in corporate finance and tax advisory, supported by a team of qualified accountants and independent financial advisers. We serve clients nationwide while maintaining strong local roots, demonstrated through our support for community initiatives and regional economic development.
Services
Audit Services
Tax Minimisation
Payroll Management
CIS Compliance
Wealth Maximisation
Property Tax Advice
Not-for-Profit Support
Business Growth Strategy
Self-Assessment
VAT Returns
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of experience delivering tailored accountancy solutions
- Our fixed-price quotations ensure complete transparency with no hidden fees
- We provide direct access to senior accountants and directors at all times
- Our bespoke ABACUS software offers real-time financial insights for freelancers
- We combine technical expertise with accessible, down-to-earth client service
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants
Services
Audit Services
Our audit services ensure your financial statements accurately reflect business performance while meeting regulatory requirements. We conduct thorough examinations of accounting records, internal controls, and financial processes to provide stakeholders with assurance. Our approach combines technical expertise with clear communication, delivering actionable insights to improve financial management and governance for companies and charities.
Tax Minimisation
We develop strategic tax planning solutions to legally reduce tax liabilities while maintaining compliance. Our specialists provide tailored advice on corporation tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and property tax matters. By staying current with legislative changes, we help clients optimise their tax position through reliefs, allowances, and efficient structuring of business and personal finances.
Freelancer Support
Our dedicated freelancer package offers comprehensive financial management tailored to self-employed professionals. The service includes bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, dividend processing, and real-time financial tracking through our ABACUS software. We provide fixed-fee monthly support with unlimited access to accounting experts, ensuring compliance while helping freelancers focus on business growth.
Property Tax Advice
We specialise in property tax solutions for landlords and property investors, covering buy-to-let portfolios, HMOs, and commercial property holdings. Our services include tax-efficient structuring, compliance with property tax changes, and strategic advice on property acquisition and development. We help clients navigate complex tax regulations while maximising returns on property investments.
Not-for-Profit Support
Our specialist team provides tailored financial services for charities and not-for-profit organisations, including independent examinations, audit compliance, and budget management. We understand sector-specific challenges and offer governance support, grant audit services, and financial planning to help organisations achieve their charitable objectives while maintaining regulatory compliance.
People
Alex Blackwell
Managing Director
Founder of Blackwell Bate with over 30 years' experience in accountancy. Specialises in business growth strategy and corporate tax planning. Leads the firm's strategic direction while maintaining hands-on client involvement. Committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering team development.
Graham Roberts
Director
Brings extensive corporate practice experience and audit expertise. Specialises in charity sector accounting with a decade of trustee experience. Oversees audit services and ensures technical excellence across financial reporting and compliance services for not-for-profit organisations.
Jack Libby
Manager
Promoted to management role after demonstrating exceptional client service skills. Focuses on business advisory services and tax planning solutions. Provides strategic guidance to growing businesses while maintaining strong client relationships across the firm's client base.
James Owen
Manager
Experienced accountant recently promoted to management. Specialises in compliance services and financial reporting. Supports clients with tax efficiency strategies while contributing to team development and service quality improvements across both office locations.
Amy Wise
Manager
Senior manager providing leadership across both office locations. Focuses on client relationship management and service delivery standards. Offers expertise in business growth planning and tax advisory services while mentoring newly promoted managers.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for freelancers?
We provide a comprehensive freelancer package including bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, dividend processing, and real-time financial tracking through our ABACUS software for £150 plus VAT monthly.
How do you support property landlords with tax requirements?
We offer specialist property tax advice covering buy-to-let portfolios, HMOs, and commercial properties, including tax-efficient structuring and compliance with legislative changes.
What audit services do you provide?
We deliver statutory audits for companies and charities, independent examinations for not-for-profits, grant audits, and compliance services for solicitors and conveyancers.
How do you assist not-for-profit organisations?
We provide tailored accounting services including independent examinations, budget management, and governance support specifically designed for charities and not-for-profit organisations.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Saltash and Yelverton, we serve clients across Devon, Cornwall, and throughout the UK with our accounting and business advisory services.
Reviews (1)
Matthew Mclaren
Aug 13, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
Very good accountants, friendly and helpful, I would highly recommend them.
Very good accountants, friendly and helpful, I would highly recommend them.
