Business Details
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Newcastle upon Tyne
Stephenson Coates is a trusted accounting firm based in Newcastle upon Tyne, dedicated to delivering comprehensive financial and business advisory services. With a proven track record in accountancy, audit, and taxation, we serve businesses and individuals across diverse sectors, including agriculture, construction, hospitality, and charities. Our team of chartered accountants combines technical expertise with personalized service, ensuring clients receive timely, strategic advice tailored to their unique needs.We prioritize transparency, efficiency, and compliance, offering fixed-fee structures and leveraging advanced systems to streamline processes. By fostering long-term relationships, we aim to become an integral partner in our clients' growth, helping them navigate regulatory challenges and optimize financial outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
Services
Compliance Services
Taxation Services
Audit Services
Payroll Services
Business Advisory
Management Accounts
VAT Consultancy
Trust Administration
Tax Investigations
Financial Planning
Highlights and features
- We are chartered accountants registered with ICAEW, ensuring high professional standards.
- Our fixed-fee pricing model provides cost certainty and transparency.
- We offer tailored advice for sectors including agriculture, construction, and charities.
- Our team combines technical expertise with personalized, proactive client support.
- We leverage advanced systems to streamline compliance and reporting processes.
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
Services
Compliance Services
We ensure businesses meet statutory obligations through accurate accounts preparation, company secretarial services, and tax return submissions. Our team handles audit requirements, payroll compliance, and regulatory filings, allowing clients to focus on core operations while maintaining full legal adherence.
Taxation Services
Our specialists provide strategic tax planning and compliance solutions, including corporation tax, personal tax returns, VAT management, and trust taxation. We minimize liabilities within legal frameworks and support clients during HMRC investigations with expert representation and dispute resolution.
Audit Services
Stephenson Coates Audit Limited delivers independent audits for limited companies, charities, and unincorporated entities. Our ICAEW-certified team ensures financial statements meet regulatory standards, providing assurance to stakeholders while identifying operational improvements for clients.
Payroll Services
We manage payroll administration, Real Time Information submissions, and pensions auto-enrolment compliance. Our services include software implementation, staff training, and outsourced payroll solutions, ensuring accurate and timely processing while reducing administrative burdens for businesses.
Business Advisory
We offer tailored financial forecasting, management accounts, and strategic planning to enhance profitability. Our advisory services include bank liaison, cashflow optimization, and sector-specific guidance, helping businesses navigate challenges and capitalize on growth opportunities.
People
Gary Alexander
Director
Gary Alexander brings extensive accounting expertise to Stephenson Coates, specializing in audit and compliance. With decades of experience in statutory audits and regulatory frameworks, he ensures clients receive rigorous, standards-compliant financial oversight.
Peter Alexander
Director
Peter Alexander focuses on tax strategy and business advisory services. His deep knowledge of corporate taxation and client-centric approach help businesses optimize financial performance while maintaining compliance with evolving regulatory requirements.
Ann Dagless
Tax Associate
Ann Dagless specializes in personal and corporate tax compliance, supporting clients with Self-Assessment returns, VAT planning, and HMRC investigations. Her meticulous attention to detail ensures accurate, efficient resolution of complex tax matters.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide compliance services, audits, tax advisory, payroll management, and business strategy consulting tailored to your sector.
Do you offer fixed-fee pricing?
Yes, all services are provided at agreed fixed fees to ensure cost transparency and predictability for clients.
How do you support tax compliance?
We handle corporation tax, personal tax returns, VAT, trust taxation, and HMRC investigations with expert representation.
Can you assist with business growth planning?
Our advisory services include financial forecasting, management accounts, and strategic guidance to enhance profitability.
Are you qualified to perform audits?
Yes, our audit team is registered with ICAEW and specializes in statutory audits for companies and charities.
