Allen Sykes Chartered Accountants was established in 1961 and now has over 25 staff with offices in Bishop Auckland, Barnard Castle and Stanhope. We provide accountancy services, tax advice, financial planning and other business support services to businesses around Weardale, Teesdale, the wider North Pennines region and beyond.

Our professional, friendly and motivated team aim to work with you to develop a longstanding and trusting relationship, giving you peace of mind knowing that our experience and expertise will provide you with the accountancy services you deserve.

Whether it be for a single tax return or the audit of a multi-million pound company our doors are always open. We thrive on delivering a dedicated personal service to suit you.

Business Advice and Planning

• Business plans and cashflow forecasts
• Buying or selling your business
• Business start-up planning
• Sound business and systems advice and support

Taxation Advice

• Advice on reducing your tax bills
• Personal, business and company tax
• Inheritance tax planning
• Capital gains tax advice
• HMRC investigations
• Payroll and VAT compliance

Accounting

• Preparation of annual and periodic accounts
• Providing book-keeping services
• Preparation of management accounts
• Sage accountants member
• QuickBooks member

Auditing

• Statutory audit
• Grant claims