Business Details
8 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Chester
Ellis & Co & Co is a leading chartered accountancy firm based in Chester and Wrexham, serving businesses across the North West and North Wales. With a team of experienced accountants, bookkeepers, and consultants, we provide tailored financial solutions to support businesses at every stage of their journey. Our proactive approach extends beyond traditional accountancy, offering strategic guidance in growth planning, tax efficiency, and financial management. We prioritise building long-term partnerships, acting as an extension of our clients' teams to deliver actionable insights and bespoke advice. Our expertise spans limited companies, sole traders, partnerships, and social enterprises, ensuring clients benefit from comprehensive, sector-specific knowledge. We specialise in simplifying complex financial processes, from payroll and VAT compliance to audit preparation and business start-up support. Our client-centric philosophy ensures we deeply understand individual business goals, enabling us to align our services with their unique challenges and aspirations. With a focus on transparency and collaboration, we empower businesses to thrive in competitive markets. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to the highest industry standards. Trusted by both established firms and emerging ventures, Ellis & Co & Co combines local expertise with a forward-thinking mindset to drive sustainable business success.
Services
Accountancy & Audit
Bookkeeping
Tax Planning
Payroll Services
Business Consultancy
VAT Advice
Audit Preparation
Financial Management
Start-Up Support
Served areas
- Cheshire and North Wales
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer tailored financial strategies for business growth.
- Our team provides expert guidance in tax efficiency and compliance.
- We deliver bespoke payroll and bookkeeping solutions.
- We act as an extension of your team for strategic decision-making.
- We combine local expertise with a forward-thinking approach.
What people say
Highly recommend
Incredibly patient
Collaborative approach
Sound advice
Great partnership
Services
Accountancy & Audit
Ellis & Co & Co provides comprehensive accountancy and audit services for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships. Our team ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory standards, and identifies opportunities for cost efficiency. We deliver tailored audit strategies to enhance transparency and support informed decision-making for long-term business success.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services focus on minimising liabilities while ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations. We offer bespoke advice on corporate tax, VAT, capital gains, and inheritance tax, alongside resolving complex tax enquiries. By aligning strategies with business goals, we help clients optimise their financial position sustainably.
Payroll Services
Ellis & Co & Co manages end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements. We handle salary calculations, tax deductions, and reporting, freeing clients to focus on core operations. Our service supports businesses of all sizes with efficient employee payment systems and HMRC submissions.
Business Consultancy
We offer strategic business consultancy to support growth, from start-up planning to exit strategies. Our consultants provide insights into financial management, market expansion, and operational efficiency. By understanding client objectives, we develop actionable plans to enhance profitability and competitive advantage in dynamic markets.
Bookkeeping
Our professional bookkeeping services streamline daily financial processes, maintaining accurate records for informed decision-making. We manage accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and financial statements, ensuring clarity and compliance. This foundational support enables businesses to monitor performance and prepare for audits or tax submissions.
People
Robert Ellis
Director
Founder of Ellis & Co & Co, Robert provides strategic oversight and leadership, leveraging decades of accountancy experience to guide the firm's vision and client-focused services.
John Moorhouse
Director
John specialises in delivering tailored accounting and tax advice to diverse clients, supporting business growth through strategic financial planning and compliance expertise.
John Farrell
Director
John focuses on tax efficiency for businesses and individuals, while overseeing office development and contributing to local business organisations in Chester.
James Ellis
Director
James leads statutory audits and provides bespoke financial guidance to limited companies and partnerships, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment with client objectives.
Melanie Tomkins
Tax Manager
Melanie manages tax compliance and planning, advising on income tax, capital gains, and company tax strategies to optimise client financial positions.
Questions
What services does Ellis & Co & Co & Co offer?
We provide accountancy, audit, tax planning, payroll, bookkeeping, and business consultancy services for businesses across all sectors.
Which areas do you serve?
We support clients in Chester, Wrexham, North Wales, and the wider North West region of the UK.
How do you differ from other accountants?
We act as a proactive partner, offering tailored advice and strategic financial guidance beyond traditional accountancy to drive business growth.
Can you assist with business start-ups?
Yes, we provide expert support for new businesses, including registration, financial planning, and compliance to ensure a strong foundation.
Reviews (9)
Hannah & Dean Jones
Jul 08, 2021
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We have worked closely with Ellis & Co for a number of years. We really value the clear and straight forward advice and support we get from John and the team. It's incredibly important to work with people who have a collaborative approach and that's exactly what we feel we get in this relationship. We would absolutely recommend them
Agency
Jun 02, 2021
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Since we started the business over 10 years ago, Ellis and Co have been more than just our accountants, they have also been our trusted advisers on a range of business and financial matters.
Melissa Cross
Dec 25, 2020
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I instructed Ellis & Co as my accountants back in 2019 as I was very impressed with some business advice given to me by John at a Chester networking event. Ellis & Co offer a great quality professional service to ensure that their client's needs are always met. John called me late April 2020 to obtain my accounts for the previous tax year and figures were submitted back to me within a few weeks! Amazing! If you are looking for a local accountant with a great team of advisors to help you and your business, then I would 100% recommend Ellis & Co. Melissa - Ginger Pixie Photography
EPay Merchant Services
Dec 12, 2020
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Ellis & Co have supported my businesses for over 18 years, their advice has helped them develop, build and grow. The team are great and always make time for you, 18 years down and here's to many more!
Richard Pilkington
Dec 05, 2020
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We have been utilising accounting services from Ellis & Co for the past 3 years since we started the business. John Farrell and the team take the hassle out of our year end and filing our accounts. I would not hesitate to recommend.
Leon Will
Nov 03, 2020
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I have been trading for over five years and have found Ellis & Co staff friendly and knowledgeable. Whenever I have had questions with accounts they have advised me and given good advice.
William Holden
Dec 11, 2019
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We have worked with Ellis & Co Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers since June 2017. Having become disillusioned with our previous accountants, we were looking for a professional, proactive and reliable alternative, operated by like-minded individuals, who genuinely cared about their clients' businesses When introduced to Robert and John the rapport was instant, they reflected our values and were certainly like-minded.
It was refreshing to meet two people who actively listened to our requirements and were prepared to go the extra mile to ensure all bases were covered in terms of what our business needed. The relationship at all levels has continued to flourish. They're down-to-earth people, completely professional and switched on.
It was refreshing to meet two people who actively listened to our requirements and were prepared to go the extra mile to ensure all bases were covered in terms of what our business needed. The relationship at all levels has continued to flourish. They're down-to-earth people, completely professional and switched on.
Bev Cowperthwaite
Nov 21, 2019
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We have recently joined Ellis & Co as a client, but before this they gave us lots of information. John Moorhouse has been extremely supportive and highly approachable; nothing is too much trouble. This gave us confidence in him and trust in the company. We also love the fact everything financial is covered including payroll and we don't have to worry we have missed something. Friendly, supportive and highly recommended!
The Lyndsay Guest House Skegness
Aug 24, 2019
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Ellis and Co have been doing my accounts for the past 15 years and they have been wonderful they will do as much or as little as you require of them and they are always willing to talk to you about any concerns you have or they have I would highly recommend them with any financial work you have