Business tax

Ever-changing legislation and a global crackdown on tax avoidance mean your business now operates in an increasingly challenging tax environment.

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Andrew Wilkes

Partner, National Head of Business tax London +44 (0)20 7131 4321

Whether you’re a family business or a complex multinational group, more than ever you need to be able to satisfy the tax authorities and other stakeholders that your tax affairs are in order. This requires the time and resources to understand and respond to complex tax legislation in an environment where HM Revenue & Customs’ review processes are becoming increasingly sophisticated.

 

Managing your tax exposure also requires the expertise to consider all relevant taxes in the context of your commercial objectives. An effective tax plan will help you make the most of all available tax reliefs and maximise savings. This is particularly important if you’re restructuring your business, considering a transaction or expanding overseas.

Meeting your needs

Commercial

We provide practical advice taking account of your key commercial drivers and offer a no-obligation tax ‘health check’ to identify opportunities that may benefit your business.

Expert

You’ll have direct access to highly qualified, senior-level experts in all areas of tax relevant to your business who will work closely with your existing auditors or other advisers where necessary.

Bespoke

You’ll be able to build long-term relationships with carefully selected tax advisers matching your management style and a very personal service tailored to the precise needs of your business.

Holistic

You’ll have access to senior people from across our diverse business, as well as benefiting from our global reach and local knowledge in overseas markets through our membership of Nexia International. 

How can we help

Our credentials

Longevity

 

Many of our clients have been with us for decades and our low staff turnover provides continuity through the different phases of the business lifecycle.

Expertise

 

Our team comprises chartered accountants and chartered tax advisers, many of whom sit on a number of leading professional and industry committees.

Awards

 

We are proud winners of numerous industry awards.

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