Why choose Scholes CA?

Straight talking advice that gives Scottish businesses confidence, control and a clear way forward.

Running a successful business means making decisions every day — some small, some transformational. At Scholes CA, we give you the clear, commercially‑minded advice you need to move forward with certainty.

For more than fifty years, ambitious Scottish businesses have trusted us to bring insight to their strategy, understanding to their numbers and calm to their financial world. We’re independent, relationship‑driven and proudly rooted in the communities we serve.

You’ll always work with people who know your business, understand your goals and speak your language without jargon, run‑around, or being passed from partner to junior.

Professional accounting
you can rely on.

Insights from
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We keep our finger on the pulse of financial, tax and regulatory developments so you can stay compliant, stay informed and stay ahead.

Will the evolving BADR/ Entrepreneur’s Relief landscape discourage risk-taking in the private sector?

Let’s look at a higher-rate paying founder with a full Lifetime Limit and no other gains/ losses, who invested £1 million in a new company, subsequently sold the shares for £5m,  with disposal dates in 2018/19 or later tax years (including 2027/28 using the lower LL announced at last month’s Budget). A £1 million investment […]

By Ivan Houston
November 4th 2026

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Our membership of MGI Worldwide and why it matters to our clients

When most people think about accountancy, they think local, small firms that work with SMEs in their immediate vicinity. On the positive side, they think about their trusted adviser who knows their business, understands the local market and is only a phone call away when they need support. Those things remain incredibly important. However, the […]

By Ryan Allan
October 29th 2026

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Christmas profits aren’t guaranteed: How hospitality businesses should prepare

(Yes, I really am writing this article in October). Christmas is unavoidably in the air whether we like it or not. You’ll see the signs when you’re walking along the dockside in Stromness, venturing onto Prince’s Street in Edinburgh or strolling through Union Square in Aberdeen. It’s as obvious in Lerwick as it is in […]

By Ivan Houston
October 29th 2026

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What our clients have to say

Our clients say it best. See how Scottish businesses like yours have grown with Scholes CA at their side.

Jenny Skeldon
Youtube

2 months ago

With the continued help and support of Scholes, and all the encouragement they give you too, all I can see is our relationship going from strength to strength… I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending them.

Stuart Johnston
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2 months ago

We’ve now used four accountants… [Scholes are] first of all, friendly and engaging… second of all, helpful.

Gareth Crichton
Youtube

2 months ago

…very helpful, very accessible and supportive…

Dr. R.
Google

2 months ago

I have been using the services of [Scholes CA] now for 7 years.

They have been terrific from the start: from helping me setup and register my company to doing my annual returns. They also support FreeAgent which means our interactions can all be done through the cloud.

Natalie Meyer
Google

2 months ago

Great accountants that want to get to know your business and provide tailored advice for your circumstances. Recommended.

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