From start-ups to scale-ups, sole traders, family businesses, and entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses come in all structures and sizes, each facing unique challenges. Just like the businesses, those who lead them all have their own aims and ambitions.
At Old Mill, we recognise that all business owner’s aspirations are individual to them, which is why we focus on building long-term relationships with clients and gaining an understanding of your personal aims as well as your business objectives. Once we have a full picture of what you want to achieve, our team can collaborate with you to help you realise those goals.
Alongside all the accountancy services you would expect – such as tax planning, Value-Added Tax (VAT) returns, bookkeeping, payroll services, and compliance – we can help you to plan for future business growth using cash flow modelling and financial planning strategies. If you’re looking to expand your owner-managed business through mergers and acquisitions, or seeking investment to take your company to the next level, our corporate finance team is on hand to guide you through the process.
You may be considering handing over the reins via a business sale or succession; our experienced staff will collaborate with you to secure the best outcome for you and your owner-managed business. And when you do decide to take a step back and enjoy the rewards of years of arduous work, we can help you to plan for long-term financial security.
We deliver an individually tailored service to owner-managed businesses across the South West, providing peace of mind while meeting all your personal and professional financial needs. Whatever your aims and aspirations – for yourself and your owner-managed business – we look forward to helping you achieve them.
To chat to us about your plans, get in touch with us or book an appointment at one of our offices in Exeter, Wells, Chippenham and Yeovil.
Jolyon Stonehouse. Head of Owner Managed Businesses.
Ben Tupman, MD, Westbury Packaging
Mark has worked in corporate finance since the turn of the century, which sounds like a long time, and it is. Much of that time has been spent with Old Mill, which he joined in 2006 when he was one of the first recruits into the then-new Exeter office.
He qualified with one of the ‘Big Four’ international accounting firms, initially in audit before finding his way into the exciting world of corporate finance. This time gave him exposure to some high-profile clients and the supposed glamour of international travel, but he really prefers working with owner-managed businesses and was keen to get back to Devon, having been at university in Exeter.
Mark is the firm’s specialist in Succession and Corporate Finance services, including business valuation, share schemes, financial due diligence, business planning and cash flow modelling. These skills bring him into all sorts of interesting projects, from employee shares schemes, to buy-outs and acquisitions and renewable energy developments.
Living on the northern edge of Dartmoor with a very bouncy spaniel, his weekends generally involve scenic dog walking, and the much less active pursuits of drinking coffee and reading a book. Probably not something to admit to, but Mark is a keen gamer, particularly racing sims.
View my biog"The team have made the effort to build strong relationships which has created trust and, in turn, the confidence Old Mill can support us in handling a range of accountancy and tax matters."
