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Independent Chartered Accountants & Statutory Auditors for Ambitious Businesses and Charities in Scotland and the UK

Smart Growth. Clear Financial Strategy

Established in 1964, Ballantyne & Co is an independent firm of chartered accountants and statutory auditors providing direct senior oversight across corporate audit, financial reporting, tax planning, and corporate governance.

We act as trusted advisors for growth-focused owner-managed businesses, charities, and UK subsidiaries operating at increasing scale and complexity. Our role is to ensure directors, trustees, and leadership teams retain financial clarity and control as their organisations grow.

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Audit, Accounting and Strategic Tax Advice

We are an independent firm of chartered accountants and statutory auditors delivering robust financial reporting and commercially grounded judgement. We advise organisations navigating growth, regulatory demands and increasing operational complexity.

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Audit & Assurance

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As registered statutory auditors, we deliver risk-focused and proportionate audit engagements that strengthen governance, improve reporting discipline and build stakeholder confidence. Our audit engagements are led with direct senior involvement, applying rigorous audit methodology and informed commercial judgement Book an Audit

Accounting & Financial Reporting

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We deliver structured financial reporting and management information that gives directors clear visibility over performance and supports confident decision-making. Our structured processes ensure accuracy, timeliness and financial visibility as organisations grow and increase in complexity. Improve Financial Visibility

Tax Planning

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We advise on corporate and personal tax matters with a forward-looking, commercially grounded approach aligned to growth, risk and long-term value. Our focus is on managing risk, supporting strategic growth and ensuring obligations are met with confidence. Tax Strategies

Payroll & PAYE

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We manage payroll and PAYE administration efficiently and reliably, ensuring compliance while reducing administrative burden and risk for your organisation. Simplify Payroll

Long-Term Thinking. Direct Accountability:

We serve as a consistent point of reference for business owners, directors and trustees, grounded in continuity, accessibility and informed commercial judgement. Our involvement extends beyond year-end reporting, supporting organisations as they evolve and grow.

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What Our Clients Say

“Ballantyne & Co has acted for us since we established the business over 20 years ago. As we’ve grown to operate across multiple sites and serve customers worldwide, they have remained a dependable presence.

Their understanding of our operations and practical advice across reporting and tax has supported us as the business has expanded and taken on greater complexity.”

Christine Hancock
Director, Applied Coating Technologies

“We have worked with Ballantyne & Co for over 35 years, from our early days as a two-salon business to becoming a twelve-salon group with a training academy, product company and property interests.

As the business has diversified, they have provided steady and practical guidance across our reporting and tax affairs, remaining a consistent presence through growth and change.”

Linda Stewart OBE
Director, Rainbow Room International

“As we’ve grown to operate over 13 stores, our statutory audit and reporting requirements have become increasingly complex. Ballantyne & Co guide us through each audit cycle with clear, practical advice and a strong understanding of how our business operates.

Their involvement ensures our reporting meets the required standards as we continue to expand.”

Michael Mleczko
Director, Mleczko Delikatesy

“Ballantyne & Co has acted for us since we established the business over 20 years ago. As we’ve grown to operate across multiple sites and serve customers worldwide, they have remained a dependable presence.

Their understanding of our operations and practical advice across reporting and tax has supported us as the business has expanded and taken on greater complexity.”

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Discuss Your Audit, Reporting or Growth Plans:

If you are reviewing your current auditor or considering your next stage of growth, a confidential discussion will clarify the appropriate level of involvement and engagement.

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