Business Details
31 Years
experience
Chartered Accountants in Southport
Topping & Company & Company was founded by Janet Topping & Company & Company, who has cultivated a successful accounting practice over the last thirty years. In November 2007, Robert Uffendell joined the team, bringing the combined professional experience of both partners to over sixty years within the accountancy profession and advisory services for small and medium-sized enterprises. Our dedicated team continues to grow, delivering a professional and personalized service to both business and individual clients. We serve diverse sectors including agriculture, professional services, construction, manufacturing, and retail within the local community and beyond.Our partners possess individual specialist skills that allow us to provide tailored solutions when required. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service to clients of all sizes and sectors. Alongside traditional auditing, accounting, and tax services, we offer strategic business development advice, including integrated business strategies, access to corporate finance, and specialist tax consultations. Our mission is to help clients achieve their goals through expert guidance and comprehensive financial solutions.
Services
Business Start-up
Taxation
Consultancy
Support Services
Compliance Services
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years combined experience within the accountancy profession
- Our services are tailored to meet the specific needs of each client
- We offer a comprehensive range of financial and business support services
- Our team provides strategic advice for business growth and development
- We serve diverse sectors including construction, manufacturing and retail
Services
Business Start-up
We assist new businesses with structural planning including company formation, financial forecasting, and regulatory compliance. Our services help entrepreneurs establish legal frameworks, secure financing, and implement accounting systems. We provide comprehensive guidance on VAT registration, payroll setup, and business strategy development.
Taxation
Our tax advisory services cover corporation tax, personal tax, and VAT compliance for businesses and individuals. We help clients minimize tax liabilities through strategic planning while ensuring full regulatory compliance. Our expertise includes estate planning, trust management, and representation during HMRC investigations.
Consultancy
We offer management consultancy focusing on financial systems optimization, cost control, and business strategy development. Our services include credit control reviews, stock management analysis, and financial reporting improvements. We help businesses identify growth opportunities and implement operational efficiencies.
Support Services
Our support services include payroll management, bookkeeping, and financial forecasting assistance. We provide regular management information to support business decision-making. We also offer bank liaison services and business planning support for strategic growth.
Compliance Services
We handle statutory audits, company secretarial duties, and tax return preparations. Our compliance services ensure businesses meet all legal requirements while maintaining accurate financial records. We manage regulatory submissions and provide guidance on changing compliance standards.
People
Janet Topping
Founder
Janet established Topping & Company & Company over 30 years ago, building a successful practice focused on personalized accountancy services. Her expertise in business advisory has helped numerous clients achieve their financial goals.
Robert Uffendell
Partner
Robert joined Topping & Company & Company in 2007, bringing extensive accountancy experience. He specializes in business advisory services, helping SMEs navigate financial challenges and growth opportunities.
Questions
What services do you offer for new businesses?
We provide business structure advice, financial forecasting, company formation, and regulatory compliance support for start-ups.
Do you handle both business and personal tax matters?
Yes, we offer comprehensive tax services including corporation tax, personal tax returns, and VAT compliance.
Can you assist with HMRC investigations?
We provide expert representation and support during HMRC investigations, including tax return reviews and compliance matters.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We work with clients across agriculture, construction, manufacturing, professional services, and retail sectors.
Do you offer ongoing financial support?
Yes, we provide payroll management, bookkeeping, and regular management information services for continuous business support.
