Business Details
Trusted Chartered Accountants in South Yorkshire
Harris & Co & Co is a chartered accountancy and tax advisory practice with over a century of experience serving clients in South Yorkshire and beyond. Established in the early 20th century, we have built a reputation for delivering tailored financial solutions to businesses and individuals across diverse sectors. Our team of chartered tax advisers and accountants combines deep technical expertise with a proactive approach to client service, offering audit, taxation, payroll, and business advisory services.We prioritise understanding each client's unique needs to provide strategic guidance that supports long-term growth. With a focus on sectors such as healthcare, education, and SMEs, we blend traditional accounting excellence with modern financial technology to streamline processes and enhance decision-making. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures compliance with evolving regulations while maintaining a personal touch that clients value.
Services
Accounting
Audit
Tax Advisory
Payroll
Business Start-Up
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined experience in accountancy and tax advisory
- Our team includes 6 Chartered Tax Advisers with sector-specific expertise
- We provide tailored solutions for academy schools, healthcare professionals, and SMEs
- Our 'No Surprises' audit approach ensures transparent communication
- We combine traditional accounting excellence with cloud technology integration
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Personal service
Professionalism
Timely communication
Tax efficiency
Technology integration
Services
Audit & Assurance
Our audit team provides statutory audits and assurance services for businesses and academy schools. We maintain professional independence while offering proactive advice throughout the audit cycle. Our 'No Surprises' approach ensures transparent communication, with services including year-end audits, regularity audits, and independent assurance reports for grant claims and financial systems.
Tax Advisory
We offer comprehensive tax services including personal and corporate tax compliance, strategic tax planning, and HMRC investigation support. Our six chartered tax advisers specialise in minimising tax liabilities through legitimate reliefs and schemes, with expertise in VAT, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax planning for individuals and businesses.
Payroll Processing
Our experienced payroll team manages all aspects of payroll administration, including CIS reporting, auto-enrolment pensions, and statutory deductions. We process weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls using modern software solutions, ensuring compliance with evolving legislation while providing clear, jargon-free communication to our clients.
Business Start-Up
We support new businesses with structure selection, cashflow projections, and compliance requirements. Our services include business plan preparation, registration with regulatory bodies, accounting system setup, and ongoing advisory support to help new ventures establish strong financial foundations and navigate early-stage challenges.
Financial Planning
Through our affiliated financial planning firm, we offer holistic financial advice including pensions, investments, and inheritance tax planning. Our chartered financial planners provide independent, whole-of-market solutions aligned with clients' long-term goals, combining tax efficiency with strategic investment management to secure financial futures.
People
Ian Bragger
Partner
Specialist in academy school accounting with extensive experience supporting educational institutions through the transition to academy status and ongoing financial compliance.
Nichola
Chartered Tax Adviser
Experienced tax specialist providing personal and corporate tax planning solutions, with particular expertise in navigating complex tax investigations and pension-related tax issues.
Lee Venson
Account Manager
Dedicated account manager offering proactive financial guidance to SMEs, known for clear communication and practical advice that helps businesses maintain compliance and achieve growth.
Kerry Wagstaff
Payroll Specialist
Experienced payroll professional managing payroll processing for multiple clients, ensuring accurate and timely payments while maintaining full compliance with statutory requirements.
Beth
IT Consultant
Specialist in accounting software implementation, providing tailored training and support for cloud accounting systems like QuickBooks and Xero to streamline financial processes.
Questions
What accounting services do Harris & Co & Co & Co offer?
We provide full accounting services including bookkeeping, financial reporting, management accounts, and year-end accounts preparation for businesses of all sizes.
Do you specialise in academy school accounting?
Yes, we have specialist expertise in academy school finances, including compliance, VAT, and governance support for multi-academy trusts.
Can you help with business start-up accounting?
We offer comprehensive start-up support including business structure advice, cashflow projections, and registration with HMRC and Companies House.
What tax advisory services are available?
Our chartered tax advisers provide personal and corporate tax planning, VAT compliance, inheritance tax mitigation, and HMRC investigation support.
Do you offer payroll services?
Yes, our dedicated payroll team handles weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls with auto-enrolment pension compliance and CIS reporting.
Reviews (2)
S. J. P.
Jun 18, 2020
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Have been dealing with Harris+Co for 15 years and have been very happy. Harris as a company have helped us to go from strength to strength. Recommend to any business may it be small or large. Thank you Harris+Co for everything
Jonathan Noble
Apr 12, 2020
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Great set of people who look after you and your business requirements. I have known them a long time and nothing is too much trouble.
