The SMH Group offers complete financial solutions from its offices in Buxton, Chesterfield, Knaresborough, Leeds, Rotherham, Sheffield and Wakefield
1 customer review
Brendan Hall
I have been using SMH Group for financial advice for a number of years and have found the team a pleasure to work with. They always have the best interests of their clients at heart and tailor their advice specifically to the requirements of myself and my business. I would highly recommend.
What kind of accounting services do you provide?
At SMH Chartered Accountants, our highly qualified and experienced Chartered Accountants, Registered Auditors and Tax Advisers are on hand to assist with all your business and personal accountancy requirements.
We provide a full range of accountancy and taxation services from bookkeeping and self assessment for sole traders and small businesses through to accounts and audits for larger SMEs and Limited companies.
Why is it so important for businesses to hire a great accountant?
Hiring a great accountant is crucial for any business due to several reasons. First and foremost, an accountant plays a central role in maintaining the financial health and stability of a company. They possess the expertise to analyse and interpret financial data, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely financial reporting. By maintaining organised and up-to-date financial records, businesses can make informed decisions and effectively plan for the future.
Secondly, a skilled accountant ensures compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations. They stay abreast of the ever-changing tax codes, minimising the risk of penalties or legal issues. By optimising tax strategies and identifying eligible deductions, accountants can help businesses reduce their tax burden, maximising profitability.
Furthermore, a competent accountant provides valuable insights and advice to drive business growth. They can identify cost-saving opportunities, assess investment options, and evaluate financial risks. By monitoring financial performance and generating meaningful reports, accountants enable informed decision-making, allowing businesses to capitalise on opportunities and mitigate potential threats.
Overall, hiring a great accountant is essential for maintaining financial integrity, ensuring compliance, and leveraging financial data to make informed business decisions. Their expertise not only safeguards the company's financial stability but also contributes significantly to its long-term growth and success.
What do you love most about your job?
As Charetred Accountants, we find great satisfaction in problem-solving, attention to detail, financial analysis, continuous learning, and client interaction - all for the long benefits of all of our clients.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Since 1995 Sutton McGrath Hartley have been a Chartered Accountancy firm based in Sheffield and Chesterfield. In 2018 the firm began an exciting growth period, acquiring aspiring firms across the Yorkshire and Derbyshire region.
Now, with over 120 staff across 8 offices and additional services being offered within the group, it has become clear that for the clients of each office to benefit, everything should be tied together with a new SMH branding.
In 2022, the SMH Group was born, with all the individual offices having their original names prefixed with ‘SMH’. The change allows us to give each office access to the wider group’s services, whilst keeping the local knowledge and expertise in each area.
Why should our clients choose you?
The SMH group contains individual companies that all work closely together to ensure our clients don’t have to go to multiple advisors when seeking professional advice.
As well as being Chartered Accountants our clients have access to Financial Services, Wills & Probate, Commercial Finance, Residential Mortgages and Corporate Finance across all of our offices.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
SMH Group can provide online and remote services as well as in person services. Regardless of your preferred method of dealing with your accountant, we will ensure you are offered a personal and tailored service to the specific requirements of your business.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
We offer online and remote services as well as safe opportunities to visit our offices in a fully Covid-19 compliant manner.
Chartered Accountants
At SMH Chartered Accountants, our highly qualified and experienced Chartered Accountants, Registered Auditors and Tax Advisers are on hand to assist with all your business and personal accountancy requirements.
Financial Services
If you require help with developing a tailored financial plan, you can trust SMH Financial Services to take care of things. We believe the best financial planning service is provided through personal, face-to-face advice.
Wills & Probate
Making a Will is one of those things we all mean to get around to doing, yet too few of us actually have a Will in place.
At SMH Wills & Probate, our Wills, Trusts, and Estates experts can support you during difficult times to make the experience as stress-free as possible whilst dealing with everything in an efficient manner.
Commercial Finance
With access to the whole lending market, SMH Commercial Finance pride ourselves on working closely with finance lenders to provide our clients with the most appropriate finance options for the requirements, at the most efficient rates.
Residential Mortgages
As an independent mortgage advisory firm, SMH Residential Mortgages provide an efficient, professional, and honest mortgage brokerage service to our clients, helping to ensure that not only are you getting the most appropriate mortgage, but you also take into consideration the bigger picture when it comes to protecting and securing your mortgage against unforeseen circumstances.
Corporate Finance
At SMH Corporate Finance, we specialise in advising on how to effect successful business sales and acquisitions.
The key elements of our Corporate Finance service will usually include finding you a buyer and / or a target business, valuing the business(es), negotiating commercial terms, raising finance, and project management from start to finish.
