Business Development

Business Planning

The Business Development Service is aimed at developing and new businesses who are looking for more than the standard, routine services from their accountant. It is said that the best way to predict the future is to create it - this is especially true when running your own business.

A successful business must ensure that it has relevant and achievable short, medium and long-term goals in place that are regularly reviewed and amended. How are you, the owner of a business, going to be successful if you don’t know where you are going or how to get there?

At Watson Associates, we help many businesses develop and create their business strategies, ensuring goals are identified, obstacles highlighted and remedies considered. We want you to view us as a business adviser, not just as a team of professionals trained in traditional accountancy and tax compliance services. We want to help boost your bottom line by providing support and advice over and above that of most provincial accountancy practices.

Start Up Business Advice

Thinking of starting a new business? Then it is imperative that you discuss your proposed business venture with us prior to committing in any way. Very often there are a number of important decisions that need to be made prior to the commencement of trade.

We offer a free initial consultation at which time we can evaluate your proposal and decide on the most suitable business medium for you. We can also advise on and deal with a number of compliance and operational issues at this time such as VAT, payroll and choosing the right accounting software for you.

All of the Directors at Watson Associates are very experienced in dealing with new start up business and assisting you through the tentative first steps of your new venture.

Why Watsons?

At Watsons, our business development service is more than just advisory — it’s a partnership for sustainable growth. We work closely with ambitious business owners and entrepreneurs to transform potential into performance. Here’s why businesses trust us:

Tailored strategic advice: Every business is unique. That’s why our team takes the time to understand your goals, challenges, and market — delivering solutions that are practical, personalised, and results-driven.

Proactive, not reactive: We don’t just crunch numbers. We anticipate your needs, identify opportunities, and offer timely, actionable advice that puts you in control of your business’s future.

End-to-end support: Whether you’re navigating early-stage decisions, seeking to expand, or preparing to exit, we’re by your side with expert guidance at every milestone.

Proven track record: The success of our clients speaks for itself. From private hire firms to import/export ventures, we’ve helped a wide range of businesses overcome challenges and achieve lasting growth.

“Finding Watsons when I did changed my life. My father’s business was in a poor state, and I questioned whether I should have taken it on. Watsons supported me through the tough early days, giving me sound advice and helping me raise finance – first to survive and then to grow.”
— I. Jones, Owner, Private Hire Company

Read the full case study here

Schedule a Free Consultation

Discover how we can support your business with our professional business development services. Book a free one-hour consultation today to explore your options and find the right solution to streamline your accounting processes. Contact us or call 01323 842 119 to get started.