Partners
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Accountants
“BHP is the largest independent firm of chartered accountants in Yorkshire, providing high-quality assurance, advisory, corporate finance and tax services.
At BHP we are passionate about helping business owners and leaders to achieve their dreams and aspirations. Our people are the key to our success. With a team of more than 400 specialists – plus support from our Translink Corporate Finance colleagues across 35 countries and links with more than 160 firms in 110 countries from our Kreston Global network – we have a reputation for looking after them, at work and beyond.
We are proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified Organisation, following an independent survey carried out by the global authority on workplace culture Great Place to Work.”
Tax advisors
“Gilbert Tax started trading in 2004 and specialise in dealing with HMRC disputes and in helping people sort out any tax issues they have with HMRC. This ranges from helping people get back into the tax system, working out the correct tax where people have made errors or not declared all of their income, defending people wrongly accused of transgressions by HMRC and engaging in technical disputes with HMRC on points of law, including taking cases to the Tax Tribunal. Basically if you have an issue with HMRC we should be able to help in most instances.
Gilbert Tax ethos is to be:
- Non-judgemental. We are here to help not to judge.
- Rigorously defend your position within the scope and parameters of the law.
- Take control of the HMRC investigation.
- Deal with HMRC on your behalf allowing you to focus on your business.
- Care vehemently about our clients and that they are treated fairly within the scope of the law.
Gilbert Tax are engaged by many accountants and solicitors to assist with HMRC investigations into their clients and are engaged direct by individuals and companies. Gilbert Tax are happy to have a no obligation discussion with individuals who have issues with HMRC and to give them an honest appraisal of the situation and work with you to form a plan to progress matters.”
Solicitors
“Thrive Law is the Employment Law, HR and Wellbeing strategic partner for people-focused organisations that believe in a thriving workplace. Thrive Law works with clients to constantly assess all possible employment risks – not just the legal ones. As the only law firm founded on the values of workplace equality, diversity, and inclusion, Thrive can help you with all workplace challenges, no matter how big or small.”
“Haddletons provide first-class legal and compliance services to businesses. Our mission is to enable innovative businesses with big ideas to realise their ambitions, reduce their stress and limit their risk.
Our people are experienced professionals who have worked inside the business sectors we serve. We deliver practical advice in a friendly way, based on our commitment to building long-lasting relationships with each and every one of our clients. We have lived the same pragmatism, commerciality and personal service that you demand of us.
Our goal is to protect you and your business from the costly mistakes others make and to present you with opportunities to help you grow.”
Barristers
George Rowell
“George is a commercial barrister based in Exchange Chambers in Leeds and Manchester. He started his career in-house with HMRC in 2004, before moving to successful private practice. He specialises in tax, professional negligence and insolvency litigation. He has particular expertise in commercial cases with a tax flavour, such as professional negligence claims against accountants and tax advisers, and insolvency claims against directors and shareholders arising from failed tax schemes.”
Find out more about George on the Exchange Chambers website.
Francis Bacon
“Francis specialises in complex, high-value professional indemnity, commercial insurance and commercial litigation. He is a former Professional Negligence Junior of the Year and is described by Chambers UK 2022 as ‘extremely bright, even by the standards of the Bar. Very confident, very direct’.”
Find out more about Francis on the Hailsham Chambers website.
Insurance
“Ntegrity are highly experienced professional indemnity insurance specialists.
We work primarily with accountants, solicitors (including ABS and freelance) and other professionals to find the most appropriate insurance to cover their business risks, which may include cyber and management liability too.
Our expert advice, and strong links with a wide range of insurers, has helped those with challenging risk profiles, and saved numerous firms from crippling premiums, or, worse, a future without insurance.
Each of us takes great pride in offering a truly bespoke personal service and doing the very best for our clients.”
“Lockton, based in Bristol, Edinburgh and London, our team specialises in helping accountants with a range of tailored insurance products and risk management services.
We deliver outstanding service to accountancy firms whether they are regional, national or international, from sole practitioners to global organisations.
An innovation-led business, we keep pace with the accountancy sector, developing products adapted to the industry’s specific needs. We always aim to provide clients with expert advice, the latest updates and useful guides to industry trends.
We also offer educational materials and topical articles which can support a firm’s training schedule, counting towards continuing professional development (CPD) requirements.
Looking after in excess of 2,500 accountancy practices our extensive market share is proof of our expertise and ability.”
“Howden is one of the leading specialist insurance brokers for accountancy practices in the UK, representing over 40% of the top 100 firms.
We bring significant experience and knowledge to find solutions for the issues that the accountancy sector have faced and currently face, breaking down insurers perceptions and differentiating our clients. Our experience allows us to:
- Negotiate and offer a full range of tailored insurance solutions, including Professional Indemnity, Cyber Liability, Directors & Officers Liability Insurance, Employee Benefits and all other Commercial Liability Insurances.
- Empower our clients to make informed choices about their insurance purchase
- Understand the regulatory issues faced by our clients in whatever jurisdiction they operate and deliver solutions accordingly
Our senior people each have over 25 years’ experience in Professional Indemnity insurance for Accountancy practices, and have navigated all manner of insurance market conditions before. This abundance of experience is included in Account Management, Broking, Claims Advocacy and our Risk Management Services.
Please contact our team in London or Bristol for more information about how we can help you.”
“We work with and for Markel providing mini risk assessments for their policy holders, an innovative service that enables Markel to support their policyholders by assessing key areas of risk and identifying recommended actions to improve their risk profile and minimise likelihood of future issues arising across a wide range of businesses and professions.”
Professional bodies and other experts
“In West Yorkshire and York ICAEW has over 6,000 members, all fantastic ambassadors for the profession – from students and young members through to retired and life members. We have groups of local active members (volunteers) – ICAEW chartered accountants, working in business, practice, charity, education and the public sector who contribute to and help deliver ICAEW strategy. They develop a diary of events and CPD to engage local members. Each year, a President is elected who, together with the volunteers, and working in partnership with ICAEW, helps raise the profile of the profession with key stakeholders. Our local active members enjoy enhanced networking and professional development opportunities.”
“ACCA is the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. We’re a thriving global community of 241,000 members and 542,000 future members based in 178 countries and regions, who work across a wide range of sectors and industries. We uphold the highest professional and ethical values.
We believe that accountancy is a cornerstone profession of society that supports both public and private sectors. That’s why we’re committed to the development of a strong global accountancy profession and the many benefits that this brings to society and individuals.
Since 1904 being a force for public good has been embedded in our purpose. And because we’re a not-for-profit organisation, we build a sustainable global profession by re-investing our surplus to deliver member value and develop the profession for the next generation.
Through our world leading ACCA Qualification, we offer everyone everywhere the opportunity to experience a rewarding career in accountancy, finance and management. And using our respected research, we lead the profession by answering today’s questions and preparing us for tomorrow.”
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