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Trusted Accountants & Tax Advisers in Oxford
Shaw Gibbs is a top 40 accountancy and tax advisory practice dedicated to providing expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals across Central and Southern England. Our team of highly skilled professionals combines deep technical knowledge with practical experience to deliver tailored financial and tax strategies. With specialists in areas such as FRS 102 amendments, VAT compliance, corporate tax, and international property, we ensure clients navigate complex regulations with confidence.Our commitment to continuous learning and client-centric service differentiates us, as evidenced by the appointment of VAT Partner Emma Coughlan, who brings over 17 years of indirect tax expertise from leading global firms. We prioritise transparency, meticulous record-keeping, and proactive advice to help businesses and individuals achieve long-term financial success.
Services
Business Accounts
VAT Consultancy
Corporate Tax
Payroll Services
Audit Services
Company Secretarial
Outsourcing
Personal Tax
Highlights and features
- We have over 17 years of experience in indirect tax advisory.
- Our team includes specialists in healthcare and international property taxation.
- We provide tailored compliance solutions aligned with evolving standards like FRS 102.
- Our client-centric approach ensures transparent and proactive financial guidance.
- We are a top 40 UK accountancy practice with Big 4-trained professionals.
What people say
Expertise in indirect tax
Proactive financial guidance
Personalised service approach
Strong compliance support
Knowledgeable team
Services
Business Accounts
We prepare and maintain accurate financial records for businesses, ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards. Our services include year-end accounts, bookkeeping, and financial reporting tailored to your industry needs. By outsourcing your accounts to us, you gain access to expert advice on tax efficiency and business growth strategies.
VAT Consultancy
Our VAT specialists provide guidance on compliance, registration, and strategic planning. We help businesses navigate complex VAT regulations, including cross-border transactions and property-related VAT issues. With our expertise, clients minimise liabilities while maintaining full adherence to HMRC requirements.
Corporate Tax
We offer comprehensive corporate tax services, including compliance, advisory, and restructuring strategies. Our team ensures businesses leverage available reliefs and incentives while mitigating risks. We specialise in international tax matters and aligning tax planning with long-term business objectives.
Payroll Services
We manage payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely employee payments and statutory compliance. Our services include PAYE administration, pension auto-enrolment, and real-time reporting. Clients benefit from streamlined processes and expert support for HR-related financial obligations.
Audit Services
We conduct independent audits to verify financial accuracy and regulatory compliance. Our approach focuses on risk assessment, internal controls, and transparency. Clients receive actionable insights to improve governance and stakeholder confidence in their financial reporting.
People
Emma Coughlan
VAT Partner
Emma Coughlan is a VAT Partner with over 17 years of experience in indirect tax, previously holding senior roles at Deloitte and EY. She specialises in professional practices, retail, and land/property taxation, bringing strategic expertise to Shaw Gibbs' tax advisory team.
Questions
What accounting services does Shaw Gibbs offer?
We provide business accounts, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and compliance services tailored to your industry requirements.
How does Shaw Gibbs handle VAT compliance?
Our VAT specialists offer registration, return preparation, and strategic planning to ensure HMRC compliance and tax efficiency.
Can Shaw Gibbs assist with corporate tax planning?
Yes, we provide tax compliance, advisory services, and restructuring strategies to optimise corporate tax positions.
What areas do Shaw Gibbs' specialists cover?
Our specialists focus on healthcare, international property, US tax compliance, and trust and estate taxation.
Reviews (3)
Jon Ken
Aug 02, 2019
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Fantastic service. Very proactive and have helped me all the way along as my business has grown. The senior partner, Peter Watts, has been a rock all the way through and I don't know what we would do without him. Highly recommended.
Fabian Renn
Jun 09, 2018
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Unfortunately, I didn't have a lot of luck with these lawyers. They promised me certain timelines, however, even after multiple follow up e-mails, they still kept putting me off for yet another week. I eventually went to another firm (which are great btw) and filed a complaint. At least the complaint was taken very seriously and they even would have offered me a price reduction and another lawyer. So chances are that they have improved.
Andy E.
Dec 04, 2013
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I met with David Rickwood for some personal tax advice and was really pleased. I am dealing with some US-UK tax complexity and David was really comfortable with the various issues and explained things clearly. Super helpful, personal, professional.
