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Trusted Chartered Accountants in St Andrews
Established in the early 1900s, Henderson Black Chartered Accountants have built a reputation for delivering high-quality accountancy, taxation, and business support services across North East Fife. Our partner-led approach ensures clients receive tailored advice, combining deep local knowledge with expertise in sectors such as farming, tourism, and university spin-out ventures. We serve a diverse client base, including local businesses, international clients, and charitable organisations, with a focus on understanding individual needs. Our commitment to technical excellence is supported by decades of experience and a proactive approach to evolving regulatory requirements, including HMRC's Making Tax Digital initiative. We provide strategic guidance on business structures, compliance, and tax planning while maintaining a personal, dependable service.

Our team works closely with clients to prepare accurate financial records, management accounts, and tax submissions, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations. With offices in St Andrews, Cupar, and Anstruther, we combine regional accessibility with a global perspective for clients connected to this area. Our services extend to rural businesses, charities, and individuals, addressing complex financial challenges through practical solutions. We prioritise transparency, reliability, and long-term relationships, supported by free initial consultations and regular client communications. This enduring ethos continues to position us as trusted advisors for businesses and individuals seeking expert financial guidance.
Services
Bookkeeping Business start-up Charity accounting Tax compliance Management accounts VAT submissions Payroll services Tax planning Company secretarial Rural business advice
Highlights and features
  • We offer over a century of combined experience in accountancy services.
  • Our partner-led approach ensures tailored financial solutions for each client.
  • We specialise in rural business and charity accounting expertise.
  • Our team provides proactive compliance support for HMRC's Making Tax Digital.
  • We maintain offices in three key Fife locations for client accessibility.
Associations and certifications
  • Chartered Accountants
Services
Bookkeeping
We manage income and expenditure records, software implementation, and VAT submission support. Our service ensures accurate financial tracking using systems like Xero, with tailored assistance for businesses of all technical abilities. This helps clients maintain compliance and informed decision-making.
Business start-up
Our start-up service covers business structure selection, financial planning, and HMRC registration. We assist with software choices, payroll setup, and compliance requirements, providing comprehensive support from concept to operational readiness for new ventures.
Tax planning
We offer strategic tax planning for individuals and businesses, covering capital gains, inheritance tax, and pension contributions. Our approach minimises liabilities while ensuring compliance, with specialist advice on R&D claims and trust structures.
Charity accounting
Specialist services for charities include accruals-based accounts, independent examinations, and grant compliance. We support unincorporated bodies, SCIOs, and limited companies with tailored financial reporting and trustee advisory services.
Rural business advice
We provide farm business planning, estate tax advice, and grant application support. Our expertise addresses agricultural challenges through tailored financial strategies, accounting systems, and succession planning for rural enterprises.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for new businesses?
We provide business structure advice, financial planning, software setup, and HMRC registration for start-ups.
How do you support rural businesses?
We offer farm business planning, grant assistance, and tax advice tailored to agricultural enterprises.
Do you handle charity accounting requirements?
Yes, we prepare charity accounts, conduct independent examinations, and provide trustee financial reporting.
What compliance services are available?
We manage tax returns, payroll, VAT submissions, and company secretarial requirements for businesses.
Reviews (1)
Carina Neubert
Jun 23, 2018 Report
Very professional and efficient, pleasure to deal with the team at Henderson Black St Andrews branch. Highly recommend!