Accountants & Business Advisors in Southampton

TC Group is a leading firm of accountants and business advisors in Southampton.

Whether you’re an SME business owner, or seeking personal financial advice, we’re here to support local businesses and individuals across the Solent to achieve their growth plans and long-term financial wellbeing.

We offer a multitude of functional accountancy and specialist business growth services, covering audit, accounts and compliance, tax reliefs, HR outsourcing, payroll, service charge and succession planning. For individuals, our personal tax and financial planning teams can assist with pensions, trusts, wills, and inheritance tax.

Every client’s different, which is why we don’t provide a “one size fits all” approach.

Led by a dedicated team of Partners who live and work in Southampton, you’ll find holistic support shaped by a real understanding of the people, businesses and communities we work with.

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    Meet members of the team

    1. Alia Cain-Coleman

      Client Experience Manager

      Northampton, Milton Keynes, Leicester, Southampton

      Alia’s been with TC Group for 6 years, where she built a strong reputation for professionalism, collaboration and outstanding client care. She works across the Northampton, Leicester, Milton Keynes and Southampton offices.

    2. Ben Young

      Partner

      Northampton, Milton Keynes, Leicester, Southampton

      Ben’s a Partner of our Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Southampton offices.

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      He assists independent, owner manager, and investor-backed businesses to grow and meet their challenges in both an advisory and reporting capacity.

    3. Chris Dell

      Partner

      Northampton, Leicester, Milton Keynes, Southampton

      Chris’s Head of Brand, Creative & Culture and a Partner in our Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Southampton offices.

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      His role means he’s constantly shaping our business’s identity whilst fostering a thriving, collaborative work environment.

    4. David McGeachy

      Partner - Head of VAT

      Northampton, Leicester, Milton Keynes, Southampton

      David’s a Head of VAT and Partner of our Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Southampton offices.

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      Leading our VAT and customs advisory services, he advises CFOs, FDs, and business owners on critical issues where practical solutions need to be found and successfully implemented.

    5. Debbie Ince

      Head of Tax - TC SEM

      Northampton, Leicester, Milton Keynes, Southampton

      Debbie’s Head of Tax at TC SEM with presence across our Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Southampton offices.

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      As a qualified Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Advisor with more than 30 years’ experience, Debbie supports owner managed businesses plan for the future in a commercial and tax-efficient manner, from both a personal and business point of view.

    6. Emma Jones

      Partner

      Northampton, Leicester, Milton Keynes, Southampton

      Emma’s Head of Audit and Partner of our Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Southampton offices.

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      With over a decade of experience, Emma’s committed to developing, improving, and growing TC Group’s Audit & Assurance service offering.

    7. Felix Medd

      Felix Medd

      Head of R&D Tax Reliefs

      Northampton, Leicester, Milton Keynes, Southampton

      Felix is Head of R&D Tax Reliefs. Starting as an Analyst, he’s managed a portfolio of clients from a wide variety of industries including software, manufacturing, defence, metalworking/diecasting, financial services and precision coatings.

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      Being well versed in HMRC legislation and processes and regularly reviewing many complex technical arguments, his many successful claims have led to confidence and being able to articulate persuasively and effectively with HMRC to achieve positive outcomes.

       

       

    8. Fraser Akehurst

      Director

      Southampton

      Fraser’s a Director, jointly responsible for the growth of the Southampton office where he’s based.

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      Having spent 15 years working in practice, Fraser’s gained a wealth of experience in the Service Charge sector, helping to lead an award-winning Service Charge team that’s committed to supporting landlords, managing agents, housing associations, and residents across the UK.

    9. Jordan Dennis

      Partner

      Leicester, Leicester, Northampton, Milton Keynes, Southampton

      Jordan’s a Partner in our Leicester office and has over 15 years of experience.

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      Jordan’s client base is predominantly SME’s, for which he enjoys sitting with his clients to understand and advise on their business from the bottom up.

    10. Patrick Faughnan

      Partner - Head of Corporate Finance

      Northampton, Southampton, Milton Keynes, Leicester

      Patrick’s Head of Corporate Finance with presence across our Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Southampton offices.

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      He provides advice and support to business owners on Succession Planning, Mergers & Acquisitions, Fundraising, and Valuations.

    11. Paul Jepps

      Partner | Head of Service Charge

      Northampton, Southampton, Milton Keynes, Leicester

      Paul’s Head of Service Charge and Partner of our Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Southampton offices.

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      He brings over 25 years’ industry experience and has successfully developed a well-respected, trusted and award-winning Service Charge team that’s committed to supporting landlords, managing agents, housing associations, and residents across the UK.

    12. Richard Gillespie

      Director

      Southampton

      Richard’s a Director, jointly responsible for the growth of our Southampton office where he’s based.

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      Having spent over a decade providing Audit and Accountancy services to a broad range of clients across varying industries, Richard also oversees international accounting, taking lead on global assignments and offering International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) advice.

    13. Rob de Main

      Partner & Head of IT

      Northampton, Southampton, Milton Keynes, Leicester

      Rob’s Head of IT for TC Group, and Partner of our Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Southampton offices.

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      He brings a wealth of experience and expertise, overseeing TC Group’s operational strategies and technological advancements to drive efficiency and maximise productivity for our teams and clients alike.

    14. Stephen Watts

      Chief Operating Officer

      Northampton, Southampton, Milton Keynes, Leicester

      Stephen’s the Group Chief Operating Officer and also the Managing Partner of our largest practice in the group which covers Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton and Southampton offices.

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      He’s played a key role in the expansion of TC Group’s advisory capabilities and his natural collaborative approach will further enhance the experience of all stakeholders of being part of TC Group.

    15. Tom Dymond

      Partner - Head of Property Services

      Northampton, Southampton, Milton Keynes, Leicester

      Tom’s Head of Property and Partner of our Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, and Southampton offices.

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      As a fully qualified Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, Tom delivers first-class property advice and support to business owners and investors.

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