Business Details
41 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Bideford Supporting Business Growth
R.T. Marke is a chartered accountancy firm with a growth mindset that has been supporting businesses and their owners for nearly four decades. Established in 1985, we combine the personal service ethos of a regional practice with the expertise and resources of a national collaboration through Sumer, a network of leading accountancy firms. Our focus lies in delivering tailored financial advice, tax planning, and business strategy solutions to entrepreneurs and owner-managed businesses across Devon and Cornwall. With offices in Bideford, Exeter, Plymouth, and Tavistock, we prioritise understanding our clients' unique needs to create value-driven outcomes. Our team of qualified professionals provides 24/7 access to expertise, ensuring clients receive proactive advice and robust support for compliance, risk management, and business growth.We specialise in sectors such as construction, manufacturing, farming, and veterinary services, offering services ranging from audit and payroll to exit planning and grant acquisition. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in long-standing client relationships and testimonials highlighting trust, tax efficiency, and strategic guidance. As part of Sumer, we maintain the community-focused values of a local practice while leveraging national-scale resources to champion SME success.
Services
Audit Services
Tax Planning
Payroll
Exit Planning
Grant Acquisition
Risk Management
Workplace Pensions
Corporate Finance
Business Startup
Strategic Planning
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in accountancy and business advisory services.
- Our team provides 24/7 access to qualified accountants and tax advisors.
- We specialise in tax planning strategies to legally minimise liabilities.
- We offer sector-specific expertise for industries including construction, farming, and manufacturing.
- We combine local knowledge with national-scale resources through the Sumer collaboration.
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
- Sumer
What people say
Excellent service
Reduced tax bills
Trust completely
Proactive advice
Highly recommend
Services
Audit Services
Our audit services focus on transforming statutory requirements into opportunities for business improvement. We review financial systems and controls to enhance efficiency while ensuring compliance. Clients benefit from tailored recommendations to optimise operations and strengthen external reporting credibility.
Tax Planning
We specialise in strategic tax planning to legally minimise liabilities for businesses and individuals. Our approach combines in-depth knowledge of tax regulations with sector-specific insights to maximise savings while maintaining compliance with HMRC requirements.
Payroll Services
Our comprehensive payroll service handles PAYE, national insurance, and statutory reporting requirements. We ensure compliance with evolving legislation while providing detailed staff cost analyses to support informed business decisions.
Exit Planning
We develop tailored exit strategies covering business transition, personal financial security, and estate planning. Our approach ensures seamless leadership transfers while maximising value retention for business owners.
Grant Acquisition
Our grant specialists help businesses identify and apply for eligible subsidies and low-interest loans. We provide end-to-end support for grant applications, improving access to growth capital for qualifying businesses.
People
Neil Marke
Director
Neil Marke leads the firm with over 20 years of accountancy experience. He specialises in business advisory services, focusing on strategic growth and tax optimisation for SMEs across Devon and Cornwall.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide audit services, tax planning, payroll management, exit strategies, and grant acquisition support tailored to SMEs in Devon and Cornwall.
How can you help reduce my tax liabilities?
Our tax planning experts identify legal opportunities to minimise tax payments through strategic business structuring and compliance optimisation.
Do you offer 24/7 accountancy support?
Yes, our clients have 24/7 access to qualified accountants and tax advisors for urgent queries or time-sensitive matters.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We focus on construction, manufacturing, farming, veterinary services, and owner-managed businesses across Devon and Cornwall.
How do you handle payroll compliance?
We manage PAYE, national insurance, and statutory reporting while ensuring adherence to evolving employment tax regulations.
Can you assist with business exit strategies?
Yes, we develop comprehensive exit plans covering business transition, personal financial security, and estate planning.
Reviews (3)
T. Bond
May 31, 2018
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Been very happy with the support and advice given to us over the years and RT Markes has always had very good understanding of the different sides and sections of the business and been able to advise accordingly
Lucy Nicholas
Mar 29, 2018
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We have used R T Marke for 11 years, and without a doubt they are the best firm we have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. When I started in business many years ago, I was told 'A good account will pay for himself in what he saves you'. I can confidently say that over the years, R T Marke have more than paid for themselves! The big difference I have found with R T Marke, is that the service is more of a 'whole business' approach, their wealth of knowledge and experience has proved to be invaluable for us.
I have to say that Ed Meardon (who we have dealt with all the way through) is nothing short of brilliant at his job. He has helped us in so many ways, and we are incredibly grateful to him for all his help over the years. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this firm to any size business, I honestly don't think you could get better service in or out of Devon.
I have to say that Ed Meardon (who we have dealt with all the way through) is nothing short of brilliant at his job. He has helped us in so many ways, and we are incredibly grateful to him for all his help over the years. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this firm to any size business, I honestly don't think you could get better service in or out of Devon.
Henry Ley
Mar 06, 2018
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We've been with R T Marke for 25+ years - very please with the services we receive. They have always done everything we have required of them, and they have provided good, sound business advice whenever appropriate.
