When choosing an accountant, credibility matters. Our accreditations reflect who we are: a modern, trusted accountancy firm built on strong professional standards, regulatory compliance, and practical expertise.
We are fully regulated, appropriately supervised, and recognised by leading professional and government bodies, giving our clients confidence that they are working with a reliable, forward‑thinking practice.
We are regulated by the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) for the provision of accountancy services.
CIPFA is a globally respected professional body known for its focus on integrity, governance, and public interest. Regulation by CIPFA demonstrates our commitment to high ethical standards, technical excellence, and ongoing professional development.
We are an Approved Training Employer with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).
This status confirms that our practice meets ICAEW’s standards for:
For our clients, this means your work is handled by a well‑trained, well‑supervised team operating to recognised professional standards.
We are supervised by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for Anti‑Money Laundering (AML) purposes under the UK Money Laundering Regulations.
This ensures we have robust systems, controls, and procedures in place to help prevent financial crime and protect both our clients and the wider business environment.
We are an HMRC authorised agent, meaning we can deal directly with HMRC on your behalf.
This allows us to:
Clients value this because it removes stress, saves time, and ensures that HMRC matters are dealt with professionally and correctly.
We are an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP) with Companies House.
This authorisation enables us to:
Being an ACSP demonstrates our alignment with the latest Companies House reforms and our role in supporting transparency, accuracy, and fraud prevention across the UK corporate sector.
We are a Xero Silver Partner, recognised for our experience and ongoing training in cloud accounting solutions.
As a Xero Partner, we help clients:
This reflects our commitment to modern accounting practices that save time and add real value.
Together, these accreditations demonstrate our commitment to:
They underpin the quality of service we provide and the long‑term relationships we build with our clients.
ATS Accountants Ltd
Globe House, Moss Bridge Road, Rochdale OL16 5EB, UK