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Accounting and strategic advice for science and technology businesses

Science, technology and innovation are the life blood of the economy. The best companies recognise that to remain competitive, innovative new products, processes and services are essential. Companies that innovate are 80% more profitable that those who don’t. Our experience and skills in the sector helps our clients to grow their businesses and flourish from the small owner managed business setting out to the established companies looking to expand.

Research & Development (R&D)

Our specialist tax team will maximise tax relief for your company, claiming up to 230% of your R&D expenditure.

Grant applications and reporting

Armstrong Watson can assist you with grant applications and ensure compliance with grant audit and reporting requirements.

Raising finance

Our relationship with major banks and funding providers ensure we can help your business raise the finance it needs.

International accounting

As a member of MSI Global Alliance, Armstrong Watson can provide support for exporters or business with overseas interests.

Capital Allowances

Armstrong Watson's Capital Allowance experts will ensure your business is not missing out on relief available from capital expenditure.

The Patent Box

Our expert team can advise on all Patent Box issues, and ensure your business receives full benefits.

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What our clients say

As a  well established and  profitable  electronic components  manufacturer based in the North East , the shareholders had reached a stage in life when it was apparent a company sale was required. They approached David Wilson who was very responsive in finding potential buyers. Agreement with the first potential buyer chosen did not progress due to the final terms of their offer being insufficient.  The second buyer, a private equity company,  had a prolonged due diligence process which required considerable tenacity and astute negotiation to navigate.  David and his team were admirable throughout and successfully concluded the sale.

Tony Hemming, Chairman (until May 2024), Isocom Components 2004 Ltd

Completing the audit against a COVID 19 backdrop, the Armstrong Watson team showed a pragmatic approach to auditing both going concern and impairment, giving clear communication on what information they needed and why.  This was done in a way that supported the management team and wider Board to have everything signed and delivered on time and within our governance structure.

Anthony Hill, CFO, iPortalis

When changing independence rules in the Big 4 meant I had to outsource my consolidation I was nervous about using an independent firm. I needn’t have been. Simon has the experience of my audit lead in the Big 4 but the time to meet me face to face and work through it – he wasn’t just there
at the end but with me on the journey.

Anne Caudwell - Head of Finance, Giacom World Networks Limited

Engineered Assistance Ltd design and manufacture specialist mobility equipment for the healthcare sector, and are based in West Yorkshire.

The Armstrong Watson team helped us prepare R&D tax relief claims since the company was first incorporated and have saved us huge amounts of tax which we have consequently been able to reinvest in our technology.

The team have a great understanding of the R&D tax relief rules and his advice has been invaluable in not only preparing accurate claims for HMRC, but also maximising the tax relief available.  I would definitely recommend Armstrong Watson to any company who think they might be able to make a claim.

Dane McGee, Managing Director, Engineered Assistance Ltd

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