Manufacturing

We provide specialist accounting and business advisory services to manufacturing businesses across the North East and Yorkshire and beyond.

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Manufacturing Accountants and Business Advisers in the UK

Whether you operate in automotive, food and drink, or offshore and renewable energy, we deliver practical, tailored support to help you improve performance, manage risk, and grow your business.

From financial planning and tax advice to funding and strategic support, we give you clear direction when it matters most.

We provide specialist accounting and business advisory services to manufacturing businesses across the North East and Yorkshire and beyond.

From financial planning and tax advice to funding and strategic support, we give you clear direction when it matters most.

Expert support for manufacturing businesses

Manufacturers face constant pressure, from rising costs and supply chain disruption to regulatory change and tight margins.

Our role is to help you stay in control.

We work closely with business owners and management teams to provide straightforward advice on:

  • Cash flow and financial management
  • Cost control and margin improvement
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Funding and investment
  • Compliance and reporting
  • Business growth and exit planning
  • Audit

We act as an extension of your team, helping you make confident decisions and respond quickly to change.

Our specialist manufacturing services are designed to support your business at every stage.

Specialist manufacturing sectors

We support automotive manufacturers and supply chain businesses with accounting, tax and business advisory services tailored to the sector.

From managing supply chain pressures to securing funding for growth and investment, we help you stay competitive in a rapidly changing market.

We are members of the North East Automotive Alliance (NEAA), a leading industry network. It connects automotive manufacturers, suppliers, and key stakeholders. This gives us direct insight into sector challenges, industry trends, and supply chain developments.

Through our involvement, we provide informed, practical advice to help your automotive business adapt, grow, and strengthen its market position.

Manufacturing Audit Services

Manufacturing businesses face complex financial, operational, and regulatory challenges that require a robust and independent audit process.

Our manufacturing audit services provide assurance that your financial statements are accurate and compliant while identifying opportunities to strengthen internal controls and improve operational efficiency. With experience across a wide range of manufacturing sectors, we understand the complexities of inventory management, production costs, supply chain operations, and revenue recognition.

Our tailored audit approach delivers valuable insights that support informed decision-making, enhance stakeholder confidence, and help manufacturers achieve sustainable growth.

Manufacturing tax specialists

Tax planning is essential for manufacturing businesses looking to maximise profitability and invest in growth.

We provide specialist advice on:

  • Research and Development (R&D) tax relief
  • Capital allowances and investment reliefs
  • Corporate tax planning
  • Shareholder and director remuneration
  • Succession planning and exit strategies

We make sure you are using all available reliefs while staying fully compliant.

 

VAT and duty support for manufacturers

VAT and duty can be complex, especially for businesses importing and exporting goods.

Our VAT specialists can help you:

  • Resolve VAT issues quickly
  • Recover overpaid duty
  • Stay compliant with UK and international regulations
  • Improve efficiency across your supply chain

A long-term partner for your manufacturing business

We work with manufacturing businesses at every stage, from early growth through to sale or exit.

Whether you need help with a specific financial challenge or ongoing business support, we provide practical advice that delivers results.

Speak to our manufacturing experts

If you are looking for experienced manufacturing accountants and advisers in the UK, we are here to help.

Contact us today to discuss how we can support your business with clear, practical, and tailored advice.

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RheEnergise Limited grant support by Clive Owen LLP

We were very pleased with the service provided by Eleanor at Clive Owen, who prepared an independent accountant’s report to support our grant funding claim. Eleanor expertly guided us through the process, making it very easy on our side. We would definitely consider working with Clive Owen again.

RheEnergise Limited

I have worked with Clive Owen LLP for over 7 years since I bought the business. The firm prepares our annual accounts and assists with our CLC audit and compliance work. They also provide ad hoc accountancy and audit support and advice as and when it is needed.

What I really value about the firm is that they have developed a thorough understanding of our business which supports our decision-making and helps us drive the business forward. Their accountancy and audit support are good at managing our expectations and always deliver to agreed timescales.

The team are professional, friendly, and very accommodating. Chris Beaumont is always available to support and provide proactive advice when we need it.

Their accountancy and audit support ensure we get great service from the team at Clive Owen LLP, and I would highly recommend their services.

Adrian Noble

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Carmel College

We have worked with Clive Owen LLP during the school’s first year of Academy status and have found the company to be a thoroughly professional organisation. As well as undertaking the yearend audit and responsible officer role, they have provided a number of training courses which we have found very useful. Of particular interest was the session on ‘Academy Finance’ where governors gain a better understanding of the issues we may face as an Academy – funding environment, VAT, gift aid, corporation tax and cash flow implications to name but a few.

Carmel College, Chief Executive Officer

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We have used Clive Owen’s audit services for seven years and would recommend them to any business requiring an audit. Our main point of contact is audit partner Chris Beaumont who heads up a knowledgeable and experienced team so that every year our audit feels like a valuable part of our financial strategy rather than simply a statutory chore. Chris has always been approachable and helpful when we’ve required support on any financial matter pertaining to our accounts and their presentation. They represent top tier knowledge without the top tier bills

Bailey & Irvine Law Firm