Specialist Services

Tax Advisory and Compliance

Our specialist tax team supports businesses and individuals to navigate the complicated and ever-changing tax landscape, helping them save time, money and plan for the future.

Introduction

Clear Guidance on Complex Tax Matters

We deliver a proactive, practical tax advice tailored to each client and combine technical expertise with a clear understanding of UK tax legislation.

Whether you’re looking for ongoing tax compliance support or strategic tax planning, our team works closely with you to provide actionable advice, improve tax efficiency and support long-term financial goals.

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STRATEGIC GUIDANCE

Our Tax Advisory & Compliance Services

We understand that tax can be a complex topic for business owners. Our team will take time to get to know you, your business, plans and aims for the future so that we can tailor a solution to support you.

We keep up to date with the latest technical insights and regulations and send out monthly tax newsletters for clients, so you’re well informed of any changes or updates.

Alongside our tax advisory and compliance services for businesses, we can also support you with your personal tax needs including exit planning, residential domicile and international tax advice, remuneration planning, business and partnership tax advice, inheritance tax and succession planning.

Corporate tax restructures
Demergers
Share schemes
Exit planning
Corporate reorganisations
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Precision

Tax Compliance

Self-assessments, corporate tax and VAT returns can be time-consuming and require expert knowledge and guidance to ensure you’re getting every benefit that’s available to you.

Our dedicated team will take care of all your HMRC responsibilities – we’ll prepare and review your returns; submit them on time and keep you updated on any changes or deadlines – giving you peace of mind and the freedom to focus on your business priorities.

OUR APPROACH

Tax Advice Built Around Your Needs

Our tax experts work with you to understand every aspect of your personal and business finances. They’ll get to know your business, developing a tailored plan that will help you to mitigate your tax liabilities, maximise your wealth and achieve your objectives.

Corporate tax restructures

We work with businesses to plan and implement corporate tax restructures in a way that make sense for their long-term goals.

Whether its group relief, loss planning or capital allowances optimisation, we make sure everything is compliant, tax-efficient and designed to help your business manage liability and grow confidently.

Demergers

We guide businesses through demergers, helping to separate businesses efficiently and strategically. From designing the structure to handling documentation and approvals, we ensure compliance and tax efficiency, so that each business can grow and achieve long-term success.

Share Schemes

We support businesses design and implement effective employee share schemes, including widely used and approved schemes, such as Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) schemes.

Our team guides you through the full process—from assessing eligibility and structuring the scheme to handling documentation and HMRC approval ensuring everything is compliant, tax-efficient, and aligned with your long-term goals.

By offering well-designed share schemes, we help you reward and retain key employees while maximising available tax advantages for both the business and its team.

Corporate reorganisations

We support businesses to plan and execute corporate reorganisations, including mergers, acquisitions, and group restructuring.

Well-planned reorganisations allow you to optimise operations, unlock tax benefits, and position your business for growth. From assessing strategic options and designing the structure to managing documentation and approvals, we ensure every step is compliant, tax-efficient, and aligned with your business aims.

Tax Fee Protection Service

Tax investigations can be costly and it’s important to have expert support in dealing with these. Having tax free protection service means you’ll receive complete support if HMRC contacts you – we’ll manage the investigation from start to finish giving you peace of mind everything is taken care of

The Lifecycle

Your Trusted Tax Expert

At Parsons, we believe in more than just meeting compliance requirements – we’re here to add value, provide peace of mind and help clients make informed financial decisions that support their future success.

Strategic clarity

We help you understand what matters most, assess your options and focus on the goals that matter to you.

Straight talking

We give clear, straightforward guidance that will support you to make informed decisions about your business and finances .

Peace of mind

You’ll have a dedicated team of experts giving you confidence your finances are in safe hands.

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RESULTS

Testimonials

Client feedback

PROVEN

RESULTS

“We have engaged Parsons as statutory auditor and are thrilled with their knowledge and professionalism. They have taken time to understand our business and us as individuals and have audited in a way which does not feel onerous and allows us to continue business as usual.”

Victoria McLeod

Director at Royle Recruitment

“I’ve worked with Ian and his team at Parsons for several years. They were instrumental in helping me to negotiate the successful sale of my first business and they continue to give me reliable advice and accountancy for my current business, Prosura.”

Jon Newall

CEO, Prosura Ltd

“York Medical Group have trusted Parsons as our finance and commercial partner for over six years. When the practice scaled up and merged several practices into one and became a Primary Care Network in its own right, we need fit-for-purpose financial systems. We outsourced our Financial Controller, Finance Administrator and strategic financial advice to Parsons…

Zulf Ali

CEO York Medical Group

“We outsourced our finance function because it gave us the flexibility and breadth of financial expertise we needed in the face of very rapid growth. The COVID pandemic saw our contractual income grow from a £2m to a £6.3m within a very short period of time. Our finance needs have changed along the journey and…

Maddy Ruff

CEO at Nimbuscare Ltd

“There was a lot of documentation and complex processes involved with the disposal of the business. I needed the advice of someone who understood what was required to ensure everything was done correctly and with my best interests at heart. Parsons certainly fulfilled that need. We has a very smooth deal which was comparatively swift…

Barry Vale

former owner at Ridings Reprographics

“Parsons have been with us since our first audit in 2023, supporting us as a privately owned SME in the flooring sector through an important milestone for the business. Their approachable, supportive manner made the process feel straightforward and reassuring, and we genuinely enjoy working with a team who are always on hand throughout the…

Helen De La Rue

UK Trade Furnishings Limited

“The team at Parsons York is our first port of call when we need expertise to support key strategic decisions. We know we can rely on Rebecca and Mark to answer a call and provide immediate and sound advice when we need it. Parsons provide high-level strategic insight that complements our in-house finance team and…

Jordan Cook

Managing Director at PolyGlobal Ltd

“The team at Parsons understand my business very well, they truly care about the job they do and the clients they look after. Parsons looks after my tax affairs – previously for the business and my personal tax affairs now that I’ve retired. Having that long-term relationship has been beneficial because there is an existing…

Allan Binns

Former Managing Director at Incom Systems Communication Specialists Ltd

“Parsons have been managing my annual Self Assessment tax return for several years and they are so easy to deal with, I’ve even recommended them to other people. I like working with a local business and it’s important to me that my accountant is established and professional. There’s always someone there to answer any queries…

Nick Stokes

Business Owner at Stokes Creations

“The service from Parsons is very professional and efficient. I can always get hold of an accountant when I need them, they have reliable expertise and a very good understanding of my accounts. I know I can trust them to advise me on everything I need to know and any actions I need to take.…

Malcolm Bretton

Local Farmer based in West Yorkshire

Our People

Meet Our Tax Advisory & Compliance Team

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Ian Parsons

Managing Partner & Head of Corporate Finance

Daniel Andreca, Tax Director
Daniel Andreca

Tax Director

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Ammaarah Patel

Business Services and Tax Executive

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Frequently asked questions

Answers to the common questions we hear from clients.

Still have questions?

Our specialist tax advisory and compliance team is available for a no-obligation conversation to clarify your specific situation.

A proactive service focused on helping individuals and businesses understand their tax position and plan efficiently. We can support you with a range of tax advisory services for both your personal and business finances, creating a tailored plan that will help mitigate your tax liabilities, maximise your wealth and achieve your objectives.

Tax compliance focuses on meeting HMRC requirements including preparing and submitting tax returns accurately and on time. Tax advisory services support with identifying opportunities for tax efficiency, provides strategic advice to reduce future tax liabilities and provide proactive guidance that will help you reach your long-term goals.

By improving your tax efficiency, identifying allowances and reliefs available, supporting with growth and restructure, managing tax risks and assisting with succession planning and corporate restructures.

The length of an audit depends on the size and complexity of an organisation. Our team will work with you to conduct the audit in a timeframe that suits your needs.