Business Details
Your Trusted Accountants in Leeds
Brown Butler is an independent accounting firm based in Yorkshire, serving successful individuals and organisations with local and international operations. As a member of DFK International, we leverage a global network spanning 92 countries to deliver tailored financial solutions. Our expertise encompasses audit and accountancy, corporate finance, tax planning, payroll services, and wealth management. We specialise in supporting not-for-profit organisations, handling complex tax investigations, and providing advisory services to accountancy firms.With decades of combined experience, our team prioritises client needs through a commitment to excellence, transparency, and compliance with evolving regulatory standards. Our approach combines technical proficiency with a deep understanding of client-specific challenges, ensuring strategic outcomes that align with long-term goals.
Services
Audit and Accountancy
Corporate Finance
Tax Planning
Payroll Services
Wealth Management
International Services
Not-for-profit Support
Tax Investigations
Highlights and features
- We are a member firm of DFK International, providing access to global accounting expertise.
- Our team has decades of experience in audit, tax, and corporate finance advisory.
- We deliver client-focused solutions tailored to complex international and local needs.
- Specialists in supporting not-for-profit organisations and resolving HMRC disputes.
- Trusted partners for accountancy firms requiring niche tax advisory services.
Associations and certifications
- DFK International
What people say
Trusted adviser
Outstanding results
Exceptional service
Pragmatic approach
Deep sector knowledge
Services
Audit and Accountancy
Our audit and accountancy services ensure compliance with regulatory standards while providing strategic financial insights. We cater to businesses of all sizes, offering year-end accounts, management reporting, and statutory compliance. Our team combines technical expertise with sector-specific knowledge to deliver accurate, actionable financial information that supports informed decision-making.
Corporate Finance
We specialise in corporate finance advisory for business growth, acquisitions, and exits. Our services include merger and acquisition support, financial due diligence, and capital structuring. With experience across diverse sectors, we help clients achieve strategic objectives through tailored financing solutions and pragmatic transaction management, minimising disruption to core operations.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services focus on optimising liabilities while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. We assist businesses and individuals with income tax, VAT, capital gains, and international tax strategies. By identifying reliefs and structuring transactions efficiently, we help clients retain more of their earnings while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Payroll Services
We provide comprehensive payroll outsourcing solutions to reduce administrative burdens. Our services include statutory compliance, auto-enrolment support, and real-time reporting. With advanced software and expert processing, we ensure accurate, timely payroll management, allowing businesses to focus on core operations without compliance risks.
Tax Investigations
We represent clients during HMRC investigations and tax disputes, offering strategic resolution services. Our team negotiates penalties, manages disclosures, and utilises alternative dispute resolution to achieve favourable outcomes. With deep knowledge of HMRC procedures, we minimise stress and financial impact while ensuring compliance with tax legislation.
People
Lyndsey Shaw
Corporate Finance Director
Lyndsey leads our corporate finance team with over 15 years of experience in M&A and business strategy. She specialises in guiding owner-managed businesses through complex transactions, ensuring seamless execution aligned with client objectives.
Nicola Taylor
Director, Audit and Accounts
Nicola oversees audit services for not-for-profit organisations, combining sector expertise with regulatory compliance knowledge. With 12 years in charity finance, she helps clients maintain transparency while optimising resource allocation for maximum impact.
Craig Hughes
Tax Director
Craig directs tax advisory services, specialising in HMRC disputes and international tax planning. His 18-year career includes resolving complex investigations and advising accountancy firms on niche tax matters with pragmatic solutions.
Gary Rawnsley
Wealth Management Director
Gary leads wealth planning services, focusing on retirement strategies and inheritance tax mitigation. With 20 years in financial advisory, he provides bespoke investment solutions to high-net-worth individuals and corporate clients.
Abigail Harris
Payroll Bureau Manager
Abigail manages payroll services with expertise in statutory compliance and auto-enrolment. Her team ensures accurate processing for businesses nationwide, leveraging technology to streamline payroll operations since joining in 2005.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide audit, tax planning, corporate finance, payroll, and wealth management services for businesses and individuals.
Are you part of an international accounting network?
Yes, we are a member of DFK International, offering cross-border expertise across 92 countries.
How can payroll outsourcing benefit my business?
Our payroll service reduces administrative burdens, ensures compliance, and saves time through expert processing and reporting.
What support do you offer during HMRC investigations?
We provide strategic representation, penalty negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution to resolve tax investigations efficiently.
Do you specialise in charity accounting?
Yes, we offer tailored audit and compliance services for not-for-profit organisations with sector-specific expertise.
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