Business advisory

Business advisory

It is often difficult to step back and look at your business objectively. Surprisingly, this is especially true when the business is doing well. Yet this is precisely the time when problems creep in. Business owners often find themselves so busy that routines slip, checks are missed and procedures that were designed to protect the business become obsolete. When the business cycle moves on, what once were minor irritations can quickly become serious problems.

As your reporting accountants we are ideally placed to offer objective, strategic advice. We draw on the store of knowledge and understanding we already have about your business objectives, complemented by the accumulated expertise of our 80 staff. We help you clarify your objectives and ensure they are aligned with shareholders' ambitions.

Our advice helps you take the optimum route to achieving your aims, be they grooming your business for sale, assisting in the acquisition of existing companies, planning for growth or simply reviewing your business cost structure.

Above all our advice is practical, jargon free and laced with a healthy dose of common sense born out of our passion to be approachable, available and accessible.

Starting a business

Despite an increase in bureaucracy over recent years, the UK remains one of the most attractive countries in which to start a business. But many entrepreneurs don't know which is the most effective structure.

Experience shows that each case is different and we take the time to understand individual needs and devise the best structure for your enterprise.

Whether you are forming a UK office of a successful overseas company, looking to incorporate your sole trader or partnerships business to a limited company or simply starting out on your own for the first time – whatever your questions, we have a team of experts ready to help.