Engineering & Manufacturing

Supporting engineering and manufacturing businesses

Engineering and manufacturing businesses face a wide range of financial and commercial decisions, from investing in machinery and developing new products to securing funding, exporting goods and planning for the future.

We work with engineering and manufacturing businesses across a range of industries, providing accountancy, audit, tax and corporate finance services. Our team regularly advises on Research & Development (R&D) Tax Relief, Patent Box, Capital Allowances, funding and business transactions.

Who we work with

Our experience includes working with:

  • Engineering businesses
  • Precision engineering companies
  • Manufacturers
  • Food and drink manufacturers
  • Industrial manufacturers
  • Technology and electronics businesses
  • Exporters and international businesses
  • Owner-managed businesses and larger manufacturing groups

How we can help

We advise engineering and manufacturing businesses on a range of financial, tax and commercial matters, including:

  • Audit, accounts and financial reporting
  • Research & Development (R&D) Tax Relief, Patent Box and Capital Allowances
  • Business tax planning and corporate restructuring
  • Funding, grants and finance
  • Export strategy and international trade
  • Corporate finance, mergers, acquisitions and disposals

Frequently Asked Questions

Many engineering and manufacturing businesses undertake qualifying R&D activities without realising they may be eligible to claim tax relief. We can identify qualifying projects, calculate the claim and prepare the supporting documentation.

Patent Box is a Corporation Tax relief available to companies that generate income from qualifying patented inventions. We can advise whether your business qualifies and how the relief applies.

Investment in plant and machinery may qualify for Capital Allowances and other tax reliefs. We can advise on the reliefs available and how they fit alongside your wider investment plans.

Yes. We advise businesses on funding options for investment and growth and can introduce you to appropriate lenders, funders and grant opportunities where suitable.

Yes. We advise businesses trading internationally on the tax and financial considerations associated with exporting and expanding into overseas markets.

Yes. Our Corporate Finance team advises engineering and manufacturing businesses on acquisitions, disposals, management buyouts, valuations and due diligence.

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