Build a business
that takes you
where you want to go.
From dependable accounts and tax compliance to the insight and financial leadership behind your next decision, Brookwood helps ambitious business owners move forward with confidence.
"Brookwood transformed how we think about our finances. For the first time, we have genuine visibility into where the business is heading."
James Whitfield
Whitfield Group
"The VFD service is exceptional. Having a board-level financial mind in the room for our growth planning has been the single most impactful decision we have made."
Sarah Donaldson
Donaldson Interiors
"When we were preparing for our Series A, Brookwood's team was indispensable. Their financial modelling and investor-ready reporting gave us the credibility we needed."
Anthony Cross
Cross & Partners
"Switched from a big four firm and haven't looked back. More proactive, more personal, and frankly better advice for a business at our stage."
Rebecca Holt
Holt Developments
The real question
Is your business simply compliant, or is it actually on track?
Your accounts can tell you what happened. The bigger question is whether your business is creating the profit, resilience and options you need for everything that comes next.
Brookwood helps you see the numbers early enough to act on them. That means better decisions around tax, cash, pricing, hiring, investment and the life you want the business to support.
Start with a clearer picture →The Brookwood Growth Ladder
Where is your
business today?
Most businesses start by thinking they need an accountant. The ambitious ones realise they need a finance department. The Brookwood Growth Ladder shows you the journey — and where Brookwood can take you next.
See where you sit on the ladder →Survival
"I just need my accounts done."
We deliver strong compliance, build trust, and make sure you never miss a deadline.
Control
"I need reliable bookkeeping and systems."
We improve your systems, processes, and monthly finance routines so you always know where you stand.
Visibility
"I need to understand the numbers."
We provide management accounts, KPI dashboards, and straightforward English commentary every month.
Growth
"I need better decisions."
We support cashflow forecasting, profit improvement, and provide the financial intelligence to grow with confidence.
Strategic Leadership
"I need a finance department."
We become your finance department — Virtual FD, board reporting, strategic planning, and full financial leadership.
More than an accountant
You do not hire Brookwood. You contract your finance department.
A good accountant makes sure the essentials are right. A Brookwood relationship gives you the capability, challenge and continuity to use your numbers as a route map for the business.
Historic accounts after the event
Earlier conversations that support decisions before the event
One accountant covering a narrow brief
A connected team across tax, payroll, systems and advisory
Compliance completed
Financial progress understood and actively supported
For businesses that need senior financial leadership without the cost and risk of a full-time hire.
What progress looks like
Better information changes the decisions a business can make.
Cash with confidence.
Know your cash position before it becomes a problem.
Tax with confidence.
Plan early enough to make better choices, not last-minute compromises.
Growth with confidence.
Understand the numbers behind pricing, hiring, investment and margin.
The exact outcomes depend on your business, market and starting point. A Free Business Review is designed to identify the financial information that will make the biggest practical difference next.
Our Services
Brookwood support for every stage of business
As Oxford accountants supporting businesses across the UK and internationally, we provide Virtual Finance Director services, HMRC enquiries support, financial forecasting, specialist tax advice, tax compliance, company secretarial services, bookkeeping and payroll.
Virtual Finance Director
Board-level financial leadership without the full-time cost. Strategy, modelling, and investor-ready reporting.
Find out more →HMRC Enquiries
Expert representation and support if HMRC opens an investigation or enquiry into your tax affairs.
Find out more →Financial Forecasting
Rolling forecasts and scenario modelling that give you clarity and confidence to make bold decisions.
Find out more →Specialist Tax
R&D tax credits, capital gains planning, inheritance tax, and EIS/SEIS. Expert advice that saves you money.
Find out more →Tax Compliance
Corporation tax, self assessment, VAT returns. Handled on time, every time, with no surprises.
Find out more →Company Secretarial
Confirmation statements, director changes, share allotments and Companies House filings. All handled.
Find out more →Bookkeeping
Accurate, real-time records that keep your business running smoothly and your data ready for decisions.
Find out more →Payroll
Fully managed payroll for businesses of all sizes, including auto-enrolment and HMRC submissions.
Find out more →A useful first conversation
A Free Business Review, not a sales pitch.
We will look at where the business is now, where you want it to go, and whether your current financial information is helping or holding you back.
Not ready to book a call? Send us a question and we’ll take it from there.
Send an enquiryBook your free Business Review
Choose a time that suits you.
A 45-minute Teams conversation with Brookwood.Booking calendar
Prefer a separate window? Open booking calendar
Meet the Team
Meet the Brookwood team
Roger Farrell
CIMA Adv Dip MA, AAS, BSc
Director
Sophie Burborough
ACCA
Accountant
Katy Ward
ACCA
Accountant
Rita Behal
Practice Manager & Accounts Assistant
Tracey Seymour
Bookkeeper & Cloud Accounting Support
Kay Honour
Bookkeeper & Payroll Administrator
Alena Čieškovā
VFD Support Manager
Alanna Thomas
BSc
Trainee Accountant
Kiran Dhokia
Junior Accountant
Amy Johnson
Digital Comms & Branding
Megan Sero-Jones
Social Media & Marketing
Adam Norman
Trainee Administration
Leigh Purvis
Bookkeeper
Gus · Chief Morale Officer
Gus has been an integral part of the Brookwood office since day one. Responsible for stress reduction, unconditional positive regard, and ensuring no biscuit goes unattended. Clients consistently rate him 5 stars. He has never missed a deadline, mainly because he doesn't know what a deadline is.
Qualifications: Very Good Boy
We thought Gus was important. He deserved more space than the rest of our team members. Not that we don't value them too.
We're always looking for talented people to join the Brookwood team.
Apply Now →Testimonials
What our Oxfordshire
clients say.
"The Brookwood team have been our accountants for our three companies since 2006. We are delighted with their services and feel valued as a loyal customer."
M. Davis
Multi-company client since 2006
"As a client for more than 20 years, I have always found Brookwood highly efficient, quick to respond and very helpful, offering advice and excellent support whenever it's been required."
M. Potts
Client for over 20 years
"Everyone is extremely helpful from small details to important tasks. Thank you for excellent service over 10 years."
A. Waterhouse
Client for over 10 years
Support that grows with you
Start where you are. Build towards where you want to be.
Business news & insights
Clear news, updates, and practical tips
on tax, compliance, and business growth.
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Roger Farrell 29 April 2026 · 4 min read
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Nothing to worry about?
HMRC enquiries can be expensive, even if nothing is wrong.
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What could your business make possible?
Your business should give you more than another year of the same.
Start with an honest conversation about where the business is, what it needs to achieve, and how Brookwood could help move it forward.
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