Continued growth necessitated several moves and the partnership
now occupies larger premises, Penrose House, 67 Hightown Road,
Banbury. Whitley Stimpson is now one of the largest firms of
chartered accountants and business advisors in the town and one of
only a few independent accountancy practices in the region to offer
a full business advisory service.
Whitley Stimpson saw further change last year with the merger of
a firm of chartered accountants in High Wycombe, which expanded the
client base through offices at both ends of the M40.
The practice's full range of services for businesses and
individuals includes management accounts, business tax planning
solutions, company formation, audit and business assurance,
corporate finance and family business advice. For individuals
it specialises in areas such as inheritance tax, retirement
planning, wealth management, employee benefits and the use of
trusts to protect wealth.
The firms focus on personal service; value for money and
expertise with a genuine emphasis on a partner-led service, has
paid dividends and the firm has had a reputation for excellence for
many years. Many of its clients have stayed with the practice
from early days as start-ups through to achieving multi-million
pound success.
Senior partner, Malcolm Higgs, said: ''We are proud of the firms
heritage in Banbury and having been able to service the needs of
the local business community over the last 80 years. During my time
with the firm I have seen significant growth and, whilst the
technical and compliance aspects of the firm's work has become ever
more complex, we pride ourselves on helping our clients solve their
problems and enabling them to plan for their future. Although the
firm has grown in size during my tenure, we continue to be proud of
the friendly and highly personal service we offer to all our
clients irrespective of size whilst providing straightforward
advice based upon our deep knowledge and expertise.''
Events are to be held throughout the year for clients, contacts
and staff to celebrate the impressive 80-year milestone, as well as
looking forward to the next 80 years.