Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Bishop's Stortford
Established in 1952, Barrow & Co LLP has built a reputation as a trusted provider of comprehensive accounting and advisory services. Our team of chartered accountants combines decades of experience with a proactive approach, working alongside clients to deliver tailored financial solutions. With offices in Bishop's Stortford, London, and Hitchin, we serve businesses across the UK and mainland Europe, offering expertise in tax planning, audit services, and strategic business advisory.Our commitment to a personal yet professional service ensures clients receive timely, effective support aligned with their short- and long-term objectives. We prioritise clear communication, competitive pricing, and continuous innovation to help businesses navigate complex financial landscapes and achieve sustainable growth.
Services
Tax Planning
Audit Services
Payroll Management
Cloud Accounting
VAT Compliance
Corporate Finance
Estate Planning
Forensic Accounting
Strategic Advisory
Bookkeeping
Details
- Year established: 1952
Highlights and features
- We offer a personal, one-to-one approach tailored to your specific needs
- Our team provides expert tax planning and audit services with over 70 years of combined experience
- We serve clients across the UK and mainland Europe with local expertise
- We guarantee jargon-free communication and transparent pricing structures
- We offer no-obligation initial consultations with comprehensive tax reviews
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
Services
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services provide strategic solutions to optimise your financial position while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. We specialise in personal and corporate tax planning, VAT strategies, and international tax considerations. With expertise in trust and executorship taxation, we help clients minimise liabilities through legitimate, forward-thinking approaches tailored to their unique circumstances.
Audit Services
We deliver comprehensive audit services to businesses requiring statutory and compliance audits. Our team is registered to carry on audit work in the UK and Ireland, providing assurance on financial statements while maintaining strict adherence to professional standards. We focus on delivering actionable insights alongside audit findings to support business improvement.
Payroll Management
Our payroll management solutions handle all aspects of employee compensation, from salary calculations to tax deductions and regulatory reporting. We ensure compliance with HMRC requirements while providing efficient, accurate payroll processing. Our cloud-based systems enable real-time access to payroll data and seamless integration with other accounting functions.
Cloud Accounting
We offer cloud-based accounting software that simplifies bookkeeping, invoicing, and financial management. Our system enables real-time financial tracking, automated VAT management, and customisable reporting. Designed for small businesses and contractors, it provides secure, accessible financial tools that integrate with other cloud services for comprehensive business management.
Strategic Advisory
Our strategic advisory services focus on helping businesses achieve long-term growth objectives. We provide expert guidance on financial planning, business restructuring, and investment opportunities. With sector-specific knowledge in manufacturing, retail, and professional services, we deliver tailored advice that addresses both immediate challenges and future aspirations.
People
Glenn Armon-Jones
Managing Partner
With over 25 years in chartered accountancy, Glenn leads our firm's strategic direction. He specialises in corporate finance and business advisory services, focusing on growth strategies for SMEs across multiple sectors.
Glyn Hockley
Partner
Glyn brings extensive experience in audit and assurance services. He oversees our compliance work for clients in regulated industries, ensuring adherence to UK and international accounting standards while delivering practical business insights.
Amy Feeney
Partner
Amy specialises in tax planning and estate management. She advises high-net-worth individuals and family businesses on complex tax matters, focusing on intergenerational wealth transfer and succession planning strategies.
Nick Woolfe
Partner
Nick leads our corporate finance division, providing expert guidance on mergers, acquisitions, and business valuations. His sector expertise includes manufacturing and professional services, with a focus on mid-market transactions.
Rizwan Saeed
Senior Audit Manager
Rizwan manages our audit engagements for listed and private companies. He specialises in financial services and construction sectors, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while delivering value-added audit recommendations.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including tax planning, audit assurance, payroll management, cloud accounting software, corporate finance advisory, and specialist sector support for manufacturing and retail businesses.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide no-obligation initial meetings with a complete tax affairs review to help you understand how we can support your financial objectives.
Are you regulated by professional bodies?
We are regulated for investment business by ICAEW and registered to carry on audit work in the UK and Ireland under their quality assurance scheme.
Can you help businesses outside London?
We serve clients across the UK and mainland Europe from our offices in Bishop's Stortford, London, and Hitchin, with remote support available nationwide.
What makes your firm different from other accountants?
We combine technical expertise with proactive service delivery, using plain language and flexible meeting arrangements to ensure accessible, client-focused support tailored to individual business needs.
Do you provide cloud-based accounting solutions?
Yes, our cloud bookkeeping software offers real-time financial management with features for invoicing, VAT tracking, and management reporting, designed for small businesses and contractors.
