Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Chartered Accountants in Derby
Established in 1928, Sibbalds Chartered Accountants Chartered Accountants has built a legacy of delivering expert financial guidance to owner-managed businesses across England. Our team of over 20 professionals combines deep technical knowledge with a client-centric approach, specialising in audit, tax planning, business growth strategies, and compliance services. With four directors leading the practice, we maintain the agility to provide personalised attention while possessing the expertise to handle complex financial challenges. Our commitment to transparency is demonstrated through jargon-free communication, fixed fees, and a guarantee that all work remains incomplete until client satisfaction is confirmed. We pride ourselves on being more than accountants - acting as strategic partners who help businesses navigate economic fluctuations, implement digital transformation like Xero software, and achieve long-term growth. Our track record includes supporting startups through to multi-million-pound enterprises, with testimonials highlighting our role in company formations, acquisitions, and operational efficiency improvements.
Services
Audit Services
Tax Planning
Company Formations
Payroll Management
Business Advisory
Served areas
- Derby and Derbyshire, East Midlands
Details
- Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
- We provide FREE telephone and email support whenever needed
- Our jargon-free communication ensures clear financial understanding
- All work is guaranteed until client satisfaction is confirmed
- We deliver all commitments on or ahead of schedule
- Our Signposting service connects clients with trusted professionals
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
What people say
First-class service
Business lifeline
Excellent support
Practical advice
Reliable accounting partner
Services
Audit Services
Our customised audit service ensures financial integrity and regulatory compliance while providing actionable growth insights. We work closely with businesses to identify risks, improve transparency, and enhance financial health through thorough operational reviews. Clients benefit from our expertise in delivering clear recommendations that support long-term business objectives.
Tax Planning
Specialist tax planning services help businesses optimise their financial position while maintaining compliance. We provide strategic guidance on corporation tax, personal tax, VAT, and complex tax mitigation strategies. Our approach focuses on minimising liabilities through legitimate planning opportunities while ensuring adherence to evolving tax regulations.
Company Formations
We support new businesses through the formation process, from sole trader transitions to limited company registrations. Our service includes regulatory compliance guidance, initial accounting setup, and strategic advice to establish strong financial foundations. Clients receive ongoing support to navigate early-stage business challenges effectively.
Payroll Management
Comprehensive payroll solutions ensure accurate employee payments and regulatory compliance. We handle tax deductions, NI contributions, and real-time reporting requirements while providing advisory support on payroll-related tax efficiencies and compliance matters.
Business Advisory
Strategic business advisory services focus on operational efficiency, profit improvement, and growth planning. We offer board meeting support, financial forecasting, and acquisition assistance to help businesses achieve their commercial objectives through data-driven decision-making and expert financial insights.
People
David Bowler
Director
Marketing and service development specialist with extensive experience in accounting sector innovation. Leads strategic initiatives and client education programs while maintaining focus on service excellence and business growth strategies.
Hari Vasdev
Director
Chartered accountant specialising in business strategy and audit services. Provides strategic guidance to clients on corporate planning, acquisitions, and financial management with particular expertise in supporting business growth through practical financial solutions.
Jay Durow
Director
Management accounts specialist with comprehensive knowledge of accounting software systems. Focuses on delivering high-quality client service through tailored financial reporting solutions and technology implementation support for growing businesses.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for established businesses?
We provide audit, tax planning, payroll, business advisory, and compliance services tailored to established businesses.
How can you help with business growth planning?
Our strategic planning includes financial forecasting, profit improvement strategies, and acquisition support to aid business expansion.
Do you offer fixed-fee accounting services?
Yes, we provide fixed-fee structures with transparent pricing agreed in advance for all core services.
Can you assist with changing accountants?
Our ChangeEASY service simplifies transitions with minimal disruption through our dedicated support process.
What industries do you specialise in?
We work with owner-managed businesses across various sectors including legal, construction, and professional services.
How do you ensure client support quality?
Through regular reviews, jargon-free communication, and our guarantee that work remains incomplete until client satisfaction is achieved.
Reviews (5)
Mandy Hodson
Aug 23, 2020
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Marketing Event Thank you for the great training day David, Sara and Beryl Really informative and a chance to network A well organised event!
Richard Brown
Aug 13, 2018
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An award winning firm. Great people, friendly and very knowledgeable about business. They want to help your business to succeed.
Andrew Constantinou, Managing Director, George’s Tradition
We moved to Sibbalds 18 months ago, after we had previously spent the last 7 years working with large regional firms. We didnt feel like we got the service we deserved, or the support we needed to grow the business and minimise our tax liabilities.
David Bowler and his team have helped us in so many ways, from producing quarterly management accounts and pro-active tax planning, through to completion of our P11D forms and annual returns.
They are always available at the end of the phone to answer our queries, and best of all they actively look for ways to help us and recommend ideas that can help us improve our profits. They are professional and reliable, and we think of them as part of our team and would highly recommend them to other business owners who want to improve their business performance in fact we have done so on a number of occasions!
David Bowler and his team have helped us in so many ways, from producing quarterly management accounts and pro-active tax planning, through to completion of our P11D forms and annual returns.
They are always available at the end of the phone to answer our queries, and best of all they actively look for ways to help us and recommend ideas that can help us improve our profits. They are professional and reliable, and we think of them as part of our team and would highly recommend them to other business owners who want to improve their business performance in fact we have done so on a number of occasions!
Martin Cousins
We operate a mailing company in Ilkeston, and moved to Sibbalds at the beginning of 2009. David immediately met with us to undertake some pre-year end tax planning, which was something we had never received before and resulted in a corporation tax saving of 15,000.
David and his team really are pro-active they are always offering ideas on how we can grow the business and pay less tax. Earlier this year, thanks to some remuneration planning we did with David, we were able to apply for Tax Credits which we had previously not qualified for. I would be delighted to recommend Sibbalds to any business owner who wants the support of an accountant who will actively look for ways to help them increase their wealth.
David and his team really are pro-active they are always offering ideas on how we can grow the business and pay less tax. Earlier this year, thanks to some remuneration planning we did with David, we were able to apply for Tax Credits which we had previously not qualified for. I would be delighted to recommend Sibbalds to any business owner who wants the support of an accountant who will actively look for ways to help them increase their wealth.
Shaun Charles
You have been our accountant since we started in business 6 years ago. Over these years you have arranged my personal accounts, the company accounts, my partners accounts, my employees accounts, the employers payroll & even my family tax credits. As your card says you are not just numbers, you have helped and advised me in numerous ways. When ever we have needed some support, we have found you always available ready to help.
This help has enabled our business to grow into the position we are at today. So I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all of the wonderful things you have done for our company and my family. I would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone.
This help has enabled our business to grow into the position we are at today. So I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all of the wonderful things you have done for our company and my family. I would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone.