Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Accountants in South Yorkshire
Brearley & Co Accountants & Co Accountants have been serving businesses across South Yorkshire for nearly four decades. Established in 1984 by Giles Brearley & Co Accountants & Co Accountants, our firm has grown from a single office to five strategic locations, offering comprehensive accounting solutions tailored to diverse industries. Our team of experienced professionals prioritises client care, combining compliance expertise with proactive advisory services to help businesses thrive. With five partners and a network of trusted contacts, we deliver a one-stop-shop approach while maintaining a personal, responsive service ethos. Our commitment to community engagement and continuous adaptation to regulatory changes ensures clients receive forward-thinking, reliable support.We specialise in annual accounts, tax planning, payroll services, and cloud accounting solutions, backed by a culture of integrity and teamwork. Our clients benefit from our deep local knowledge and sector-specific expertise, spanning construction, healthcare, hospitality, and more. By embracing digital innovation like Making Tax Digital, we future-proof our services while maintaining traditional values of transparency and client satisfaction. Our track record of long-term client relationships, some spanning 20+ years, demonstrates our ability to deliver consistent value and trusted guidance.
Services
Annual Accounts
Taxation
Payroll
Cloud Accounting
VAT Services
Financial Advice
Company Secretarial
Fee Protection
Auto Enrolment
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of local accounting expertise
- Personalised service from qualified professionals
- Proactive tax planning and compliance support
- Fee protection against HMRC investigation costs
- Integrated cloud accounting solutions
What people say
Smooth process
Excellent accountant
Proactive support
Tax efficiency
Personal service
Services
Annual Accounts
We prepare statutory accounts for Companies House and HMRC submissions. Our service includes corporation tax calculations, IXBRL tagging, and compliance with Companies Act requirements. Clients receive detailed financial analysis and tax planning recommendations. We handle filings for private companies, LLPs, and charities.
Taxation
Our tax team manages self-assessment returns, corporate tax planning, and inheritance tax strategies. We offer HMRC investigation support and insurance against compliance costs. Services include property transaction planning and business succession strategies for high-net-worth individuals.
Payroll
We handle payroll processing, CIS compliance, and auto-enrolment pension schemes. Our bureau services include payslip generation, PAYE submissions, and real-time HMRC reporting for businesses across South Yorkshire.
Cloud Accounting
We implement MTD-compliant cloud solutions like QuickBooks. Our services include digital record-keeping, real-time financial reporting, and software integration. We help businesses transition to digital tax compliance frameworks.
VAT Services
We prepare and submit VAT returns, advise on scheme selection, and handle HMRC audits. Our services cover cross-border VAT issues and European compliance requirements for businesses in Sheffield and Rotherham.
People
Giles Brearley
Founder
Established the firm in 1984, growing it from a single office to five locations. Pioneered community-focused accounting services while maintaining technical excellence in financial compliance.
Mark Smallman
Managing Director
Leads the firm's strategic direction, overseeing audit teams and client relationships. Specialises in corporate finance and business succession planning with over 20 years' experience in South Yorkshire.
Andrew Cowe
Senior Tax Manager
Brings 28 years' tax expertise, managing compliance and investigation support. Specialises in corporate tax planning and HMRC dispute resolution for businesses across Yorkshire.
Emily Patching
Head of Payroll
Manages payroll bureau services, specialising in CIS schemes and auto-enrolment compliance. Has implemented digital payroll solutions for over 150 businesses in the construction sector.
Nigel Ruff
Executive Director
Financial planning expert with 20+ years' experience. Leads the firm's partnership with Alexander Calder Financial, specialising in wealth management and business succession strategies.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide annual accounts, tax compliance, payroll services, VAT returns, company secretarial support, and financial planning.
How does Making Tax Digital affect my business?
We help businesses transition to MTD-compliant software, ensuring digital record-keeping and quarterly submissions as required by HMRC.
Do you support cloud accounting systems?
Yes, we specialise in cloud accounting solutions including QuickBooks integration and digital tax compliance.
Can you assist with HMRC investigations?
Our fee protection service covers costs associated with HMRC investigations and compliance audits.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We work with construction firms, healthcare providers, hospitality businesses, and SMEs across South Yorkshire.
How do you handle payroll services?
Our payroll bureau manages CIS schemes, auto-enrolment pensions, and payslip processing for businesses in Sheffield and Rotherham.
Reviews (1)
Judo Jack
Nov 05, 2020
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Highly recommended
I cannot recommend Brearley & Co enough
Very though ,very responsive nothing is to much trouble
I will be using Brearley & Co every year for my accounts
I cannot recommend Brearley & Co enough
Very though ,very responsive nothing is to much trouble
I will be using Brearley & Co every year for my accounts
