Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Chartered Accountants in Nottingham
Established in 1936, Higson & Co & Co is a Nottingham-based chartered accountancy firm with a legacy of delivering comprehensive financial and business advisory services. Our team of qualified professionals prioritises proactive client relationships, combining technical expertise with tailored strategic advice to support business growth and personal wealth management. We specialise in accountancy, taxation, compliance, and business consultancy, serving diverse sectors while maintaining a commitment to cost-effective, high-value solutions.Our ICAEW and ACCA-approved training environment ensures continuous professional development, and our audit registration with the ICAEW Practice Assurance Scheme underscores our adherence to rigorous standards. We focus on simplifying complex financial matters through clear communication and practical guidance.
Services
Accountancy
Taxation Services
Compliance
Payroll
Pension Auto-Enrolment
Business Start-Up Advice
Management Consultancy
VAT Management
Estate Planning
HMRC Investigations Support
Details
- Year established: 1936
Highlights and features
- We have 85+ years of experience serving Nottingham businesses.
- Our team includes ICAEW and ACCA-qualified professionals.
- We provide proactive tax planning to minimise liabilities.
- We offer tailored compliance solutions for all business sizes.
- We combine audit expertise with practical business advisory support.
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
- ICAEW Practice Assurance Scheme
Services
Accountancy
We provide comprehensive accountancy services including annual accounts preparation, statutory audits, and company secretarial compliance. Our team ensures accurate financial reporting aligned with regulatory requirements while offering strategic insights to improve business performance. Clients benefit from timely, transparent financial information to support decision-making.
Taxation Services
Our tax specialists deliver corporation tax, personal tax, and VAT compliance solutions alongside strategic tax planning. We help businesses and individuals meet obligations while minimising liabilities through legitimate planning opportunities. Services include HMRC investigations support and tax protection insurance for unexpected compliance costs.
Business Start-Up Advice
We assist entrepreneurs with business structure selection, cashflow projections, finance sourcing, and regulatory registrations. Our support covers company formation, accounting system setup, and compliance frameworks to establish strong foundations for new ventures while navigating legal and financial complexities.
Payroll Services
We manage payroll processing, CIS returns, and pension auto-enrolment obligations. Our services ensure accurate employee payments, tax deductions, and regulatory submissions while reducing administrative burdens. Clients receive tailored support for payroll systems implementation and compliance with evolving employment tax legislation.
Management Consultancy
We offer strategic business reviews, financial forecasting, and operational efficiency analysis. Our consultancy helps clients optimise management information systems, improve profitability, and navigate growth challenges through data-driven insights and sector-specific expertise tailored to their business objectives.
People
S C R Skill
Director
Fellow of the ICAEW with extensive experience in audit and accountancy services. Specialises in corporate compliance and strategic financial advisory for medium-sized businesses across diverse sectors.
G J Strickland
Director
ICAEW Chartered Accountant focusing on tax planning and business advisory services. Provides expert guidance on personal and corporate tax compliance while supporting client growth strategies.
D R Wallwork
Director
BA graduate and ICAEW member with expertise in audit engagements and financial reporting. Oversees compliance services and maintains audit registration standards for corporate clients.
E C Davey
Director
FCCA-qualified professional managing payroll services and business compliance solutions. Specialises in CIS returns and construction industry scheme requirements for contractors.
H L Innocent
Associate
FCCA member providing support across accountancy, taxation, and compliance services. Assists with client advisory and regulatory submission requirements for SMEs.
Questions
What accountancy services do you offer?
We provide annual accounts preparation, statutory audits, company secretarial services, and compliance support tailored to businesses of all sizes.
How do you support new businesses?
We assist with business structure selection, cashflow projections, finance sourcing, regulatory registrations, and accounting system implementation for startups.
What tax services are available?
We offer corporation tax, personal tax, VAT compliance, tax planning, HMRC investigation support, and tax protection insurance solutions.
Do you handle payroll requirements?
Yes, we manage payroll processing, CIS returns, pension auto-enrolment, and employment tax compliance for businesses across sectors.
How experienced is your team?
Our directors hold ICAEW/ACCA qualifications with combined decades of experience in audit, taxation, and business advisory services since 1936.
What compliance services do you provide?
We handle statutory audits, tax returns, company secretarial duties, payroll compliance, and regulatory submissions to reduce client administrative burdens.
