Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Saintfield Since 1953
Established in 1953, R. Savage & Company has built a reputation as a trusted accounting practice based in Saintfield, County Down. Our team delivers tailored financial solutions, combining decades of experience with a commitment to understanding each client's unique needs. We specialise in tax returns, VAT, payroll, and business advisory services, ensuring compliance and strategic growth for individuals and businesses alike. Our expertise extends to company formation, inheritance tax planning, and HMRC filings, supported by a network of financial advisers. We prioritise accessibility, offering a free initial consultation and maintaining a welcoming environment where clients feel valued.With electronic filing systems, we eliminate penalty risks while providing practical bookkeeping solutions. Our long-standing relationships with local businesses and proactive approach to insolvency matters underscore our dedication to client success. As a practice rooted in tradition yet equipped for modern challenges, we remain committed to delivering expert, personable service from our historic Listed Building office.
Services
Tax Returns
VAT Returns
Payroll Services
Business Plans
Company Setup
Inheritance Tax Planning
Book-keeping
Insolvency Advice
HMRC Filings
Bank Meetings
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- We offer a free first consultation for all tax-related queries.
- Our bespoke service adapts to each client's unique financial needs.
- We've provided expert accounting advice since 1953.
- All HMRC filings are completed electronically to prevent penalties.
- We connect clients with specialist financial advisers when needed.
Services
Tax Returns
We prepare and submit personal and business tax returns for individuals, companies, and self-employed clients. Our team ensures accurate reporting of rental income, investment earnings, and complex financial arrangements. With electronic filing capabilities, we guarantee HMRC compliance while minimising tax liabilities through strategic planning.
VAT Returns
Our VAT specialists manage returns for businesses of all sizes, including real-time submissions and cash accounting schemes. We provide guidance on VAT registration thresholds, reclaim processes, and scheme selection. Laura McMullan, our dedicated VAT expert, ensures timely compliance and optimised cash flow solutions for clients.
Payroll Services
We handle full payroll administration including RTI submissions, payslip generation, and pension auto-enrolment. Our system accommodates complex pay structures with multiple deductions and benefits. Shelley Gilmore oversees payroll for numerous companies, ensuring accurate HMRC reporting and adherence to evolving employment legislation.
Business Plans
We develop comprehensive business plans for loan applications, grant funding, and investor presentations. Our templates incorporate financial projections, market analysis, and risk assessments tailored to specific industries. These documents meet lender requirements while demonstrating business viability to funding bodies.
Inheritance Tax Planning
Our specialists provide strategic advice on mitigating inheritance tax liabilities through gifting strategies, trust structures, and asset reorganisation. We explain tax implications of wills and lifetime transfers, helping clients preserve wealth for beneficiaries while maintaining financial security during their lifetime.
People
Noel Gibson
Managing Director
With over 40 years' experience since joining in 1979, Noel Gibson provides strategic leadership across all business and tax matters. His extensive knowledge spans diverse industries, guiding clients through complex financial decisions and long-term planning.
Tracy Kearney
Director & Senior Tax Consultant
Tracy Kearney, with 20+ years' expertise since 2001, specialises in advanced tax planning and compliance. She advises high-net-worth individuals and businesses on tax-efficient structures, ensuring alignment with evolving legislation and client objectives.
Laura McMullan
VAT & Payroll Expert
Laura 'LaLa' McMullan manages payroll for multiple companies and handles VAT returns with precision. As the first point of contact, she combines administrative excellence with technical expertise in progressive building society transactions.
Diane Steele
Accountant
Diane Steele brings 20 years' experience in accounts and taxation, having worked with the firm since 2003. Her expertise covers corporate accounting, personal tax returns, and compliance reporting for diverse client portfolios.
Shelley Gilmore
Payroll & VAT Advisor
Shelley Gilmore, with five years' experience since 2017, supports payroll processing, VAT submissions, and building society matters. She combines technical proficiency with client-focused service in her advisory role.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide tax returns, VAT returns, payroll processing, business plans, company formation, inheritance tax planning, bookkeeping, and HMRC compliance services for individuals and businesses.
How long have you operated in Saintfield?
We've served the Saintfield community since 1953 from our historic Listed Building on Crossgar Road, combining traditional values with modern accounting practices.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide a no-obligation free chat for all tax-related queries, allowing clients to discuss their needs before committing to our services.
How do you handle HMRC filings?
All client returns are filed electronically with HMRC, including tax returns, VAT, PAYE, and corporation tax, ensuring timely submission and penalty prevention.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Saintfield, County Down, we serve clients across Northern Ireland, supporting businesses and individuals with national and cross-border tax requirements.
Reviews (1)
Peter Morrison
Mar 05, 2020
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My family have been a customer of R Savage for decades. Noel and the team have shown nothing but integrity and professionalism. Their knowledge and speed of response is second to none. If you are looking for an accountancy firm look no further. You will not be disappointed.
