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Northern Ireland Pathfinder for TaxAssist

31st October 2008

"Jim is currently the only franchisee in Northern Ireland, however he will be joined by a new franchisee in the new year and numbers of enquiries remain high." - Karl Sandall, TaxAssist

TaxAssist Accountants the UK’s leading Tax and Accountancy service for small businesses is pleased to announce the opening of their first shop front premises in Northern Ireland!

TaxAssist Accountants provides small businesses with expert advice tailored specifically for their needs, from the completion of end of year accounts and tax returns to payroll, VAT and bookkeeping. This is complemented by a wide range of additional services for small business clients, including debt recovery, independent financial advice and personnel (HR) services.

TaxAssist Accountants developed the shop front concept with the aim of attracting the local small and medium sized business owner with a fresh, modern and stylish look. Not only do the shop fronts lend visibility and accessibility they also offer the credibility with clients and other businesses that working from home simply could not provide.

Jim Andrew is the franchisee who has become the Northern Irish pathfinder for TaxAssist Accountants, opening his shop in Belfast this month. Jim joined TaxAssist Accountants in February 2008 and reports “Since the launch I have had a steady stream of work, despite the economic downturn. As the credit crunch bites, self employed people and small businesses turn to accountancy firms for business advice and for ways to save money on their taxes. In my opinion now is the ideal time to launch an accountancy franchise and capitalise on the situation.”

Having attended the franchise’s initial 5 week training course and refresher days Jim comments “The training course really boosted my confidence and I left feeling I would be able to run my own business effectively. The support I have received has been first rate.”

Karl Sandall, Chief Executive of TaxAssist Accountants comments “It is very clear to us that moving into shop front premises will continue to be the way forward for all franchisees. We have always had complete confidence in this. Professionalism and business stature within the community are immediately elevated with the increased profile of a shop front office, - which in turn improves local business relationships and increases referrals of new business. We are very pleased to be welcoming Jim to the TaxAssist Accountants network and expect our presence here to grow considerably.

Jim is currently the only franchisee in Northern Ireland, however he will be joined by a new franchisee in the new year and numbers of enquiries remain high. We are also actively looking to expand into Southern Ireland via selling a Master Franchise Licence so if you’re interested please do get in touch.”

Franchisees do not need any formal accountancy qualifications as full training is given, but you do need to have a relevant career background, be self motivated, disciplined, ambitious, hardworking and keen to build a substantial successful business.

If you would like to find out more, then contact us without delay by clicking the ‘Request Information’ button below now.

TaxAssist Accountants Franchise News

TaxAssist Accountants in Ireland reaches Top 20
5th April 2013
The Finance Magazine's survey announces that TaxAssist Accountants has broken into the top 20 accountancy firms in Ireland

National accountancy franchise, TaxAssist Accountants, has been crowned 'Best Large Franchisor of the Year 2012'.
21st January 2013
TaxAssist Accountants was also named Best Training & Support provider for the second year running at the awards in December 2012

TaxAssist Accountants are now the 29th largest network of UK Accountants.
11th August 2011
In July 2011 TaxAssist Accountants were again recognised by Accountancy Age as one of the Top 50 Accountancy Networks in the UK by being...

TaxAssist Accountants, launches its 130th Shop in Plymouth
5th July 2011
We are proud to announce that TaxAssist Accountants has now reached the milestone of 130 shop fronts.

TaxAssist Accountants franchisee Jackie Bligh – Finalist in “Woman Franchisee of the Year” award
5th July 2011
TaxAssist Accountants would like to congratulate their franchisee Jackie Bligh for winning through to the finals of the Encouraging Women...

Accountancy Franchise 'TaxAssist Accountants' announced as a Top 30 accountancy firm.
13th January 2011
TaxAssist Accountants has been announced as the 28th largest accountancy firm by Accountancy Magazine. The news comes just six months after...

TaxAssist Accountants website wins Interactive Media Award
14th December 2010
TaxAssist Accountants is proud to announce they have scooped their third award of having been voted 'The Best in Class' for the Financial...

TaxAssist Accountant's Sarah Robertson scoops Marketing Award
3rd November 2010
TaxAssist Accountants Business Development Director, Sarah Robertson, scoops the 2020 Innovation Group’s Marketing Person of the Year...

Further Information

Franchise Information

BFA Membership Status

Award Winner

UK Years Established

17 years

Current UK Coverage

50%

Franchisee Support Staff

Personal Investment Req.

£15,000

Total Startup Cost

£34,950

Shop-based business location

Business to business services

Franchisee employs and manages staff

Why Choose Us?

TaxAssist Accountants franchisees are provided with continuous guidance and support

What Our Franchisees Say

The training and support I received have been fantastic. I attended a five week initial training course which covered accounts, taxation, software, sales and marketing