Helping local businesses grow and pay less tax
We're a small, specialist team of accountants, tax advisers and bookkeepers in Sale, giving you expert, proactive advice and the personal touch you won't get from a bigger firm. Richard, Joanne and the team work closely with you throughout the year, helping you stay compliant, organised and tax-efficient.
"Richard and his team are awesome. They have guided, advised and counselled us as we grow our online retail business and management consultancy. Ask Richard a question and his knowledge is deep and detailed."
Modern accounting with the personal touch
Here at Taxwise, we like to stand out from the other accountants in Sale. We provide a highly efficient and professional service, but with the ‘personal touch’ you get from dealing with a smaller firm. We put the modern edge on traditional accounting and our use of cloud accounting software such as Xero, Freeagent and Quickbooks Online means we jump into your accounts at any time.
We help individual clients and businesses ranging from start-ups to limited companies with turnover up to £10m. As specialist tax advisers, we focus on making sure clients pay only the tax they need to — all too often we take on a new client and find they have been missing out on even basic tax planning opportunities.
Whether you are looking to bring your accounting system into the digital age, need expert tax advice, or simply want to offload your accounts and bookkeeping, Richard, Joanne and the wider Taxwise team are here and eager to help.
"We view ourselves as experienced small business owners — who just happen to be accountants. That is why we aim to become part of your team, not just a once-a-year filing service."
- ✅ Bring your accounting into the digital age
- ✅ Get expert tax advice and planning
- ✅ Offload your accounts & bookkeeping
We're here and we're eager to help.
Main Contact
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine. Send a quick enquiry and Richard, Joanne or one of the team will point you in the right direction.
Richard Crofts
Managing Director, supported by Joanne and our bookkeeping team
0161 240 3701 office@taxwise-accounting.co.ukQuick enquiry
Prefer a proper chat? You can also book a free consultation.
Small enough to care. Expert enough to make a difference.
We like to stand out from other accountants in Sale — highly efficient, highly personal, always proactive.
Personal service
Pick up the phone and you'll reach a Partner who knows your file. No call centres, no juniors, no passing the buck — ever.
Proactive tax planning
We routinely review every client's tax affairs and flag opportunities before you ask. All too often we find new clients have been missing out on basic savings.
Fair fees
We are not the cheapest firm, and we are not expensive either. We aim to be competitive, fair and clear. Your agreed monthly fee means you will never receive an invoice for a penny extra, ever.
Xero certified experts
We're Xero Certified Advisers — we can set you up, migrate your data, run a Xero health check, and keep everything running smoothly.
Talking is free
Our fixed fees cover all calls and meetings. We don't want you to hesitate to contact us because you feel the clock is running.
Home & evening visits
Meetings at your premises or home, including evenings and weekends. We travel throughout Greater Manchester and the North West.
Don't just take our word for it
See what our clients think of us.
"I cannot recommend Richard's services enough. First class accountant who offers attentive and clear advice with positive outcomes achieved in support of yours. I 100% encourage anyone wanting a credible accountant for their tax needs to use Taxwise."
"Really superb accountants — responsive, knowledgeable and always really helpful. Highly recommended!"
"We had been with a large firm for 18 years. We moved to Richard and Joanne in 2012 and we recommend them to everybody! Their advice has transformed our business and their fees are less than we were paying 10 years ago."
Everything your business needs
From year-end accounts to specialist tax planning — all under one fixed monthly fee.
Accountants who think like business owners
We view ourselves as experienced small business owners who just happen to be accountants. We've built our business from nothing — 100% organically, no mergers, no acquisitions — right here in Sale, Manchester.
Helping local businesses to grow and pay less tax | Small enough to care.
- ✓Specialist tax advisers — not just number crunchers. We evaluate your tax position in detail and build a plan unique to your circumstances.
- ✓Transparent, fixed fees — one monthly direct debit agreed upfront. You'll never get an unexpected invoice from us.
- ✓Accessible — phone, WhatsApp, Zoom or face to face. Often available evenings and weekends too.
- ✓HMRC registered agents — we deal with HMRC on your behalf, saving you time and stress.
Xero Certified Expert Advisers
We're passionate about cloud accounting and Xero in particular. As certified advisers, we can set you up, migrate your data, provide ongoing support, and carry out a full Xero health check to make sure everything is running as it should.
Find out moreXero Setup & Migration
We'll get you set up from scratch or migrate from your existing software, quickly and cleanly.
Xero Health Check
Already on Xero? We'll review your setup, fix any issues and make sure you're getting the most from it.
Smart Phone Integration
Snap receipts on the go with Xero's mobile app, so they upload to your accounts automatically.
Ready to pay less tax?
Book a free, no-obligation consultation. Most new clients are surprised by what we find — and how much we can save them.