Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Newark
Established over 80 years ago, Barker Maule is an independent firm of chartered accountants and business advisors. We offer a comprehensive range of accountancy and business advisory services to private individuals and companies across multiple sectors. Our particular expertise lies in the farming sector, where we serve numerous local farmers and agricultural businesses in Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, and Leicestershire. Our team of reliable, professional, and approachable accountants works proactively to help clients succeed by providing timely, individual advice tailored to their specific needs. With a deep understanding of both financial and business complexities, we aim to become a valuable partner in our clients' success.Our services include accounts preparation, wealth management, bookkeeping, payroll, business and corporate tax, VAT compliance, company secretarial work, personal tax planning, IT advice, business start-up support, and estate planning. We are directly authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, ensuring the highest standards of service. Our probate services, authorised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, provide expert estate administration and inheritance tax planning. We pride ourselves on clear communication, cost-effective solutions, and a commitment to exceeding client expectations through personalised service and industry-specific insights.
Services
Accountancy
Tax Planning
Probate Services
Payroll
Business Advisory
Wealth Management
Company Secretarial
Estate Planning
IT Advice
VAT Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1945
Highlights and features
- We have over 80 years of experience in accountancy and business advisory services.
- Our team provides proactive, tailored advice to meet individual client needs.
- We specialise in serving agricultural businesses across Nottinghamshire and surrounding areas.
- We combine technical expertise with cost-effective, client-focused solutions.
- Our probate services are authorised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
- Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Services
Accountancy
We provide comprehensive accounts preparation services tailored to businesses of all sizes. Our expertise includes management accounts, statutory reporting, and bespoke financial reports for overseas subsidiaries. We ensure compliance with Companies Act requirements while delivering timely, accurate financial insights to support business decision-making.
Probate Services
Our ICAEW-authorised probate team offers complete estate administration, including asset valuation, inheritance tax planning, and distribution of assets. We handle complex accounting matters, prepare tax returns, and provide transparent communication throughout the probate process, charging based on work complexity rather than estate percentage.
Tax Planning
We specialise in minimising tax liabilities through strategic planning for inheritance tax, capital gains tax, and business taxation. Our services include preparing tax computations, self-assessment returns, and advising on tax-efficient structures for businesses and individuals across multiple sectors.
Wealth Management
Regulated by the FCA, we offer tailored investment and pension planning services. Our expertise covers ISAs, investment bonds, self-invested pension schemes, and life assurance, helping clients achieve long-term financial goals through personalised wealth management strategies.
Business Start-Up
We support new businesses with structure selection, business planning, cash flow projections, and finance sourcing. Our services include company incorporation, accounting system setup, and registration with regulatory bodies, providing comprehensive guidance from concept to operational readiness.
People
Hassan Rashid
Director
Hassan Rashid is a director at Barker Maule with extensive experience in accountancy and business advisory. He specialises in probate services and estate planning, bringing technical expertise and client-focused solutions to complex financial matters.
Phil Ball
Director
Phil Ball serves as director at Barker Maule, providing strategic accountancy and tax advisory services. With deep local market knowledge, he supports businesses across multiple sectors while maintaining the firm's commitment to professional excellence.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide accounts preparation, management accounts, statutory reporting, bookkeeping, and tailored financial reporting for businesses of all sizes.
Are you authorised to provide probate services?
Yes, we're authorised by ICAEW to handle non-contentious probate work, including estate administration and inheritance tax planning.
Do you specialise in any particular industry sectors?
We have particular expertise in agricultural businesses, serving farmers and rural enterprises across Nottinghamshire and surrounding areas.
What tax planning services are available?
We offer inheritance tax mitigation, capital gains tax planning, business tax compliance, and strategic tax-efficient structuring for individuals and companies.
How are probate fees calculated?
Our fees depend on work complexity rather than estate percentage, ranging from £2,000 to £10,000 plus VAT for full estate administration.
Are you regulated by financial authorities?
Yes, we're directly authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority for investment and pension advice services.
