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Special commemorative baton passes through Altrincham and Hale as part of Railway 200 celebrations

Altrincham and Hale played host to a special moment in the nationwide Railway 200 celebrations this week, when walkers carried a commemorative baton as part of a six-day relay along the Mid Cheshire Line – and we were delighted to be involved.

The relay walk, organised by the Mid Cheshire Community Rail Partnership, is one of many events markings 200 years since the world’s first passenger railway opened in 1825.

On Wednesday 24th September the baton travelled through Navigation Road into Altrincham before continuing on to Hale, Ashley, Mobberley and Knutsford stations. The baton will progress on Thursday, Friday and Saturday all the way to Chester.

The Mayor of Trafford (Councillor Jane Brophy), Conner Rand MP, Altrincham Court Leet,  rail enthusiasts and business leaders including Murray Patt, the founder of Hale-based accountancy firm Alexander Knight & Co, joined in the celebrations.

Our friends at Altrincham Today covered the story extensively on social media, reaching thousands of local residents.

The local handover of the baton was particularly meaningful for Alexander Knight & Co because we sponsor Hale station and we are proud to support local community initiatives.

 Murray Patt, founder of Alexander Knight & Co, said:

“We are delighted to support Railway 200 and to be part of such an important celebration of our region’s railway heritage. The railway has connected communities, businesses and people for two centuries, and we’re proud to play a role in supporting the future of this vital network.

“Watching the baton being carried through Altrincham and on the doorstep of our local station at Hale, was a great reminder of how rail continues to bring people together.”

Railway 200 is a year-long, partnership-led campaign celebrating the bicentenary of the Stockton & Darlington Railway. It aims to showcase how rail has connected communities, supported economic growth and transformed daily life over two centuries, while also inspiring a new generation to explore careers in rail, engineering and transport.

THANK YOU TO THE ORGANISERS AND TO EVERYONE WHO TOOK PART IN THE CELEBRATIONS.

Altrincham and Hale accountants celebrate Railway 200

 

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Volunteering at Hale station

Back in May, we were delighted to be announced as the new official sponsor of Hale railway station. we’re excited to share some charitable initiatives we will be getting involved in through this new partnership.

As a proudly Hale-based accountancy practice (whose office sits directly above the railway line!), Alexander Knight & Co already has a close connection to the historic Hale station, which originally opened in 1862. Like the station, which serves as an important transport link between Cheshire and Manchester, we are proud to serve our North West clients, many of whom are located along the mid-Cheshire line.

Being part of the local community – and giving back to it – is something which means a lot to us, and that’s why we’re really excited about this new venture. And it’s a real source of pride to drive past and see the bright orange of our logo right there alongside the station sign!

Murray Patt, founder of Alexander Knight & Co, says:

“Hale station plays an essential role in both our daily lives and business operations – we rely on it for our team’s commute to the office and client visits, like many other companies and residents in the area. The chance to give back to the station in this way, demonstrating our commitment to the local Hale/Altrincham community we’re so proud to be a part of, is really special.”

Importantly for us, our sponsorship of Hale station goes beyond a financial contribution. Our team are keen to invest their time – and quite literally lend a hand – into preserving and improving the station, ensuring its future as an important local landmark which residents will enjoy using for years to come.

Our partnership will focus on:

  • Strengthening the station’s social and environmental impact Our team are excited to get involved in everything from restoration projects to regular station upkeep, where we hope to put our green fingers to good use in creating a more welcoming and sustainable space for the community.

 

  • Encouraging public commuting By enhancing the station experience, we aim to ensure that commuters are more inclined to use the railway, and in doing so, support the use of sustainable public transport – a goal which aligns with the ESG principles that guide our own practices, which you can read about here.

 

  • Connecting the local community We hope that this partnership between a local business and a key transport hub will inspire residents to support similar incentives across the area. By working together, we aim to foster a stronger sense of shared pride and identity within our neighbourhood.

We can’t wait to get stuck in – watch this space for photo updates as we roll up our sleeves!

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Growth at Alexander Knight & Co!

We are delighted to welcome Ciaran Morgan to our growing team in Hale. In his new role as a Graduate Trainee he will be based in our Audit & Accounts team supporting our client base of entrepreneurs.

Ciaran is the latest recruit to progress from our highly regarded Graduate Trainee scheme which aims to attract and retain the brightest and best aspiring accountants. As part of the recruitment process, candidates complete a two-week internship which Ciaran passed with flying colours.

Alison Spier, head of HR & Training at Alexander Knight & Co, said:

“We are delighted to welcome Ciaran to our team and we are particularly pleased to be developing our reputation as an employer of choice for graduates who wish to progress their career in accountancy. Ciaran has already settled in and we are impressed with his enthusiastic and proactive approach to his development as a professional.”

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NEW VACANCY: TAX SENIOR MANAGER

Our practice in Hale, Cheshire is expanding. If you are an experienced tax professional and you’d like to join our team  – or you know someone suitable – please send a confidential email to Alison Spier in the first instance.

We have an exceptional list of loyal clients with multi-million turnover businesses. The majority of these companies have been working with us for many years and we are highly focused on building long term, meaningful relationships.

We are growing our team and have created this new Tax Senior Manager role. Part-time will also be considered for the right candidate. 

Suitable candidates will have experience working in a fast-paced accountancy practice, dealing with clients both face to face and over the phone, advising them on a variety of tax issues, including corporation tax, including R&D, & CGT. You must be able to demonstrate exceptional client relationship skills, and have an approachable, professional manner. Experience with income tax, IHT & SDLT would also be extremely useful.

As part of MGI Worldwide, the global accounting network, you will also join the Tax Forum, enabling you to network with peers from other practices across the UK and worldwide. International tax conferences are also organised by MGI Worldwide and you will join delegations to these when they occur.

If you feel that your experience is a good fit and you are looking for a modern accountancy practice – based in Grade A offices in the heart of Hale – to develop your career, and you would like to find out more, please email Alison Spier with your updated CV and details of your current package.

Disclaimer 

Alexander Knight & Co is an equal opportunities employer and no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.

All candidates will only be assessed in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the role expected. Only successful applicants will be invited to the next stage consisting of an interview and assessment.

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Accountants in Hale – the benefits for our clients

Accountants Hale

Since lockdown began, we’ve noticed a significant upturn in the number of business owners who live just a ‘stone’s throw’ from our office in Hale expressing how much they love having their accountants based near where they live.

A large number of business owners (and their advisers) choose to live in Hale, Hale Barns, Bowdon or Altrincham –  even if they run successful businesses in other parts of Greater Manchester.

Many business owners have already confirmed that that they have no intention of their staff returning to work as normal in their city centre office – and neither do they.

In fact, like us, they swiftly adapted to the new normal and have been able to continue their business operations with the vast majority of staff working at home thanks to technology and an entrepreneurial attitude.

Why choose accountants in Hale?

Being located in Hale means we are perfectly placed to deliver our professional services to business owners who, in no uncertain terms, want to avoid Manchester city centre!

That’s why we’re seeing so many business owners switch their accountants from city-centre based firms to ours in Hale.

By appointing us as your accountants you’ll avoid all the headaches that come with trips to the city centre including: the commute into town, parking problems and the sheer waste of time and unproductiveness of meeting accountants in the city centre.

We have:

  • Grade A offices in the heart of Hale on Hale Road. ✅

  • Plenty of free parking ✅

  • A client base of successful entrepreneurs who live locally just like you ✅

  • Talented and experienced staff ✅

  • More competitive rates than ‘rival’ city centre-based practices ✅

  • An entrepreneurial attitude to help your business thrive in 2020 and beyond ✅

Of course, we’re always ready to meet via Zoom – but we firmly believe that most people in business still prefer a face-to-face meeting – and there’s nowhere handier for locally-living entrepreneurs than our office in Hale.

Why don’t you speak to us about becoming your new accountants in the new post-Covid  era?

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Alexander Knight & Co arrives in Hale

We’re pleased to confirm that we’ve now officially moved to prestigious new office space in the heart of Hale, Cheshire.

Our practice, launched by Murray Patt in 2012, had outgrown its old premises near Manchester Airport and our new location will be a springboard for even further growth.

As well as launching the office, at Westgate House on Hale Road, we are also unveiling our new sponsorship of Hale Railway Station as well as revealing a clutch of new client wins.

Alexander Knight & Co provides tax, audit and management accountancy services for a range of businesses across the region. Our growing client base also includes international companies seeking specialist advice on doing business in the UK. New clients include Gresham Wealth Management and Thomas Storey Fabrications Group.

Murray Patt, founder of Alexander Knight & Co, said:

We are excited to reveal our new office space in Hale village. Our old office, near Manchester Airport, served us well since we launched the practice back in 2012. Since then, we have grown our client base, staff numbers and our services.

We’ve also developed as a business and we see our new home as a physical embodiment of where we are now and where we are heading as a practice.

Our new, professional surroundings are perfectly in tune with our culture and better suited to our clients and staff. Not only is the location convenient and easy to access it’s also a stone’s throw from amenities in Hale village and Altrincham town centre for our staff.

We’ve had a very successful year and we are looking forward to maintaining our growth during 2018 as we seek to expand our team and client base of entrepreneurs across the region.

Accountants for entrepreneurs

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