Allen West Foster 

Firm Overview

Allen, West & Foster is a well-established firm of chartered accountants serving businesses and individuals across Sheffield, Chesterfield and the Peak District. With roots dating back to the 1960s and strengthened by the 2017 merger of two respected Sheffield practices, the firm combines long-standing technical expertise with a modern, proactive and highly personalised client service approach. The firm focuses on building strong, long-term client relationships and delivering practical, value-for-money advice tailored to individual business and financial needs.

Locations and Geographic Reach

Head Office: Omega Court, Cemetery Road, Sheffield

Additional presence: Chesterfield and Bakewell

Core service area: South Yorkshire and the Peak District business community

Core Services

Allen, West & Foster provides a full accountancy and advisory offering, including:

Audit and Accounts

  • Statutory accounts preparation
  • Independent audit and compliance services
  • Accounts preparation for businesses of all sizes, from sole traders to corporate groups

Tax and Advisory

  • Personal and corporate tax planning and compliance
  • Capital gains, inheritance tax and corporate restructuring advice
  • VAT planning and compliance
  • Tax investigation and dispute support

Outsourced Finance Functions

  • Payroll processing and compliance with HMRC requirements
  • Bookkeeping support and system implementation
  • Accounting software support, including Sage expertise

Business and Corporate Services

  • Company formation and incorporation advice
  • Corporate governance and statutory compliance
  • Business planning, start-up and growth advisory support

The firm is also registered and regulated by the ICAEW and authorised for certain investment-related activities.

Sector Expertise and Specialisms

The firm operates across a wide client base but has particular experience supporting businesses and organisations in:

  • Manufacturing and engineering
  • Medical and healthcare services
  • Charity and not-for-profit organisations
  • Gaming and specialist regulated sectors
  • Professional services firms

Client Profile

Allen, West & Foster supports organisations and individuals at all stages of growth, including:

  • Sole traders and owner-managed businesses
  • Partnerships and LLPs
  • Limited companies and corporate groups
  • Charities and not-for-profit entities
  • The firm places strong emphasis on long-term relationships, with many clients remaining with the firm throughout business growth and organisational change.