SME Accountants in Manchester for Growing Companies
Looking for an accountant in Manchester who can support your business beyond year-end compliance?
At Accounts and Legal, you work with a dedicated accounting team that understands owner-managed businesses, growing SMEs and the commercial decisions behind the numbers.
We review your position regularly throughout the year, helping you stay on top of performance, cash flow, tax planning and the decisions that affect profitability.
Built for Ambitious Manchester Businesses
We work with business owners who want more than annual accounts and tax returns.
Some come to us for sharper advice around tax, cash flow, growth, funding or exit planning. Others want a team they can trust to run the finance side properly day to day: keeping the books accurate, payroll moving, VAT under control and reporting useful enough to support real decisions.
Either way, the aim is the same: give you clearer numbers, better advice and more time to focus on the business itself.
Tax accountants in Manchester for Business Owners
Tax advice should be proactive, not just reactive.
Our tax specialists work closely with your accounting team to identify legitimate planning opportunities, manage HMRC compliance and make sure tax is considered before key business decisions are made.
That includes support with Corporation Tax, VAT, director remuneration, relief claims, investment decisions and exit planning, so your business is structured efficiently and remains compliant.
Accountants and business lawyers in Manchester under one roof
When legal issues arise, you need advice that is commercial, timely and aligned with the financial position of the business.
Our legal team supports SMEs with contracts, employment matters, commercial leases, funding arrangements, acquisitions, disposals and shareholder matters.
If you are preparing for a future sale, we can help you put the right structure, records and agreements in place early, so the business is better prepared for due diligence and negotiation.
Starting a new business in Manchester?
Starting a business is easier when the financial, tax and legal foundations are set up correctly from the outset.
Our accounting and legal teams can help you choose the right structure, register the company, set up cloud accounting, prepare forecasts and put essential commercial documents in place.
Where funding is part of the plan, we can also support you with a credible business plan, financial model and investor-ready documentation.
Switching accountants in Manchester without disrupting your business
Switching accountants should feel like a step forward, not another job on your list.
We handle the handover with your previous adviser, gather the records we need and review your accounts properly from the start.
That gives us a clear view of how things are currently set up, where improvements can be made and whether there are any issues that need attention.
From there, we help you move into a better rhythm: clearer reporting, more useful advice and a smoother working relationship, with minimal disruption to the business.
Accounting Services in Manchester for SMEs and owner-managed businesses
Our Accounts team in Manchester offer a full range of outsourced finance functions designed to help business owners get a hold of their numbers and plan better for the future, including:
We cover the compliance related accounting services like annual accounts, and the bookkeeping that makes it all possible with our forward thinking brand of online accounting . Or if you’re after a business plan or some financial forecasting, tied together by a solid set of management accounts, get in touch. If you’re looking into buying a business or selling a business, we handle the whole process, from business valuations through to completion. And, if things get tough, we can offer a business rescue to help you turn things around.
Business Tax Advice in Manchester, Compliance to Planning
Our Tax team in Manchester can help you with all your tax related issues, from self-assessments and Corporation Tax through to careful tax planning to ensure no cash is left on the table.
We offer the full range of tax services, from the basics like self assessment and VAT returns to the more complex elements like EIS and exit planning. Suppose you’re looking for assistance with capital gains tax or corporation tax, inheritance tax or maybe you’re after some advice about research and development. In that case, we can support you and your business every step of the way.
Commercial Legal Support for Manchester Businesses
If you're in Manchester and need legal services, our team of legal experts can help you with everything a small business could need at every stage of its lifecycle, including:
Whether you’re looking to purchase or sell a business, we offer expert guidance throughout the process, ensuring smooth transitions. We assist with commercial leases, employment contracts, and funding agreements, providing tailored solutions to meet your unique needs. Our due diligence, services ensure all legal and financial aspects are thoroughly examined. We also specialise in drafting service and supplier agreements, along with company formation, and full company secretarial services. Not only that, we help businesses structure share options, and manage their share structure, ensuring efficient governance. Protecting your intellectual property through trademarks, drafting clear terms and conditions, and drafting shareholders agreements, are also key parts of our service offering, ensuring your business operates on solid legal and financial ground.
Your Manchester Accounting, Tax and Legal Team
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Head of Accounting
Neil Ormesher
CEO
Neil Nichols
Founder
Jessica Hall
Business Development Consultant-
Visit our Manchester office on King Street
- Opening Hours: 8.30 am – 5.30 pm
- Nearby Train Stations:
- Manchester Piccadilly (6 min walk)
- Manchester Oxford Road (13 min walk)
- Manchester Victoria (12 min walk)
- Nearby Metrolink Stations:
- St Peter’s Square (6 min walk)
- Market Street (4 min walk)
- Nearby Parking:
- There are numerous car parks nearby,
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Is it worth getting an accountant in Manchester?
Deciding the right time to get an accountant in Manchester is always tricky.
A local accountant like ourselves comes with plenty of knowledge of the market, having worked with loads of other businesses in Manchester. If you’re running a business, then getting an accountant is always a wise move. It’ll save you time and money, keep you compliant with UK tax laws and give you useful guidance on how to run your business. That way, you’ll be able to focus on doing what you do best.
Do accountants in Manchester save you money?
If you choose the right accountant in Manchester, it can definitely save you money for your business, both directly and indirectly.
There are some obvious ways such as tax savings and reducing your liabilities, but a good accountant can also help you make better financial decisions that could see you saving thousands of pounds. Having worked with lots of businesses in Manchester, we have a great grasp on the local area, and can ensure you’re running your business as cost-efficiently as possible. Getting a good accountant is a solid investment, one that may cost up front, but could save you thousands over the years.
How much should I pay for a good accountant in Manchester?
The answer to this depends heavily on your budget, and what you need from an accountant in Manchester.
At Accounts and Legal, our minimum monthly fee is £125, and we strive to grow with our clients on the journey. For our minimum fee you still get an awful lot, including your accounts, CT600, annual payroll, confirmation statements, directors tax returns and access to Xero and Dext. Of course, we can also do a lot more for your business, and for some clients we offer a full outsourced finance function along with legal assistance for when they need it.
