Business Details
22 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Rochford
Established in 2004, Castle & Co & Co has built a reputation for delivering exceptional accountancy and business advisory services to both local and national clients. Our approach combines modern technology with personalized expertise to ensure tailored financial solutions. Led by principal Steve Castle & Co & Co, a Chartered Certified Accountant with over two decades of experience, we specialise in supporting owner-managed businesses through comprehensive compliance, taxation, and strategic growth planning. Our team provides traditional accounting services alongside innovative consultancy, including management information systems, IT advisory, and estate planning. We prioritise understanding our clients' unique needs to offer timely, actionable advice that enhances business and personal wealth.With a focus on compliance and regulatory requirements, we alleviate administrative burdens, allowing clients to concentrate on core operations. Our expertise extends to payroll management, company secretarial services, and VAT compliance, ensuring businesses meet statutory obligations efficiently. We also collaborate with trusted financial advisors to offer specialist investment and pension planning services. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our long-standing client relationships and our dedication to continuous professional development. Whether advising small enterprises or larger corporations, we aim to bridge knowledge gaps between different business scales, leveraging insights from diverse operational environments.
Services
Business start-up
Compliance services
Taxation
Payroll
Company Secretarial
Management consultancy
IT advisory
Bookkeeping
Estate planning
VAT services
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We provide tailored financial advice based on over 20 years of experience in accountancy and business advisory.
- Our team combines expertise in both small and large business operations to deliver practical solutions.
- We offer integrated services covering compliance, taxation, payroll, and strategic business development.
- Our Chartered Certified Accountants adhere to rigorous professional standards and continuous training.
- We utilise modern technology to streamline accounting processes and enhance client accessibility.
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Services
Business start-up
We guide entrepreneurs through business formation, structure selection, financial planning, and regulatory compliance. Our services include preparing business plans, securing finance, and establishing accounting systems. This support ensures new ventures meet legal requirements while optimising operational efficiency from inception.
Taxation
Our tax services cover corporation tax, personal tax planning, VAT, and estate planning. We help clients minimise liabilities within legal frameworks while ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations. Expertise includes inheritance tax mitigation and trust management strategies.
Compliance services
We handle annual accounts preparation, company secretarial duties, and statutory filings. This ensures businesses maintain accurate records and meet Companies House and HMRC obligations, reducing penalties risk through proactive compliance management.
Payroll
Our payroll team manages PAYE, NIC, statutory payments, and compliance reporting. We ensure accurate, timely processing while keeping clients updated on legislative changes affecting employee financial obligations and reporting requirements.
Management consultancy
We review financial systems, credit control, and cost management to improve profitability. Services include budgeting support, financial reporting optimisation, and strategic advice to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency for sustained growth.
People
Steve Castle
Principal
FCCA-qualified accountant with 20+ years' experience in audit, taxation, and business advisory. Specialises in owner-managed businesses, combining technical expertise with practical solutions to enhance client financial outcomes.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for new businesses?
We provide business structure advice, financial planning, compliance setup, and ongoing support to ensure startups meet regulatory requirements while focusing on growth.
How do you help businesses with tax compliance?
We handle corporation tax, VAT, and personal tax planning while ensuring accurate HMRC filings. Our strategies aim to minimise liabilities within legal frameworks.
Can you assist with payroll management?
Yes, we process PAYE, NIC, statutory payments, and compliance reporting while ensuring adherence to evolving employment tax regulations.
What compliance support do you provide?
We prepare annual accounts, maintain statutory records, and handle company secretarial duties to ensure businesses meet legal obligations efficiently.
How do you support business growth strategies?
We offer management consultancy, financial forecasting, and IT advisory services to improve profitability and operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making.
Reviews (1)
Anthony Grasso
Nov 04, 2020
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Steve Castle has been my accountant for over 7 years. He and the rest of the team have always been helpful, professional, very quick to respond and friendly. They have had to deal with some tricky accountancy issues and have always managed my accounts to the highest standards. I would highly recommend Steve and his team. Very trustworthy and always fairly priced. I very much recommend Castle & Co.
