About us

Positive attitude determines how we work and how we think

Owner-managed businesses need a clear view of the numbers, the tax position, and the decisions required to develop their enterprise.

Getting to the right answer

We seek to understand what you are trying to achieve, what could go wrong, and a sensible approach to adopt. This often means challenging the past and choosing a route that fits the business as it is now.

Key facts

Chartered Accountants and Tax Advisers

A Shrewsbury-based practice supporting owner-managed businesses and private clients.

Sister company for audit work

Independent Auditors LLP undertakes statutory audit work for Stewart Associates clients and those of other accountancy firms.

Practical, proportionate advice

Advice is focused on the decision, the evidence, the tax position and the practical impact.

Planning, timing and proportion

Deadlines matter, but the most useful conversations happen earlier — when there is time to plan for tax strategy, a purchase or investment, or a change in profit levels.

Not every issue deserves the same level of analysis. We separate what is important from what is merely busy. Where a simple approach is sound, we will recommend it.

The principles that guide our work

Testimonials

PB

When we have discussed matters with Stewart Associates they have been clear and concise in their comments. We share some clients who are always positive about their accountants. Ian and his team manage to be approachable and personable from our dealings. Our clients have benefited from their knowledge, approach and service. They are widely respected across the professions in Shropshire.

SB

I have always found Ian Stewart to be professional, down to earth and practical. I am always happy to recommend him.

HD (Shrewsbury)

Ian Stewart and his team of accountants have been preparing our accounts for over 30 years and advising us tax efficient ways to run our business. We have found then to be very friendly and easy to do business with, yet maintaining a formidable knowledge of tax and accountancy affairs.

MW (Berkshire).

Hi Ian, It was great to meet you yesterday, I was impressed with your pragmatic, no nonsense approach and really appreciated your comments and observations.

TA

An excellent service and very professional manner. For attention to detail and personal care, call Stewart Associates.

MB

It is a real pleasure to work with such good, honest, reliable and professional people.

Talk to us before the issue becomes urgent

The most useful advice usually comes early. If you are considering a decision with tax, accounting or financial consequences, we can help you identify what matters and what to do next.