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.

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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.

Karen Scholes one of the most influential women in Scottish finance

Our very own Karen Scholes has been named by the Sunday Times of Scotland as one of the most influential women in finance in Scotland. In their article, The 35 most influential women in finance in Scotland, the Sunday Times listed Karen at number 20 and said: “[Karen] was president of the ICAS board in […]

By Ivan Houston
October 9th 2026

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Optimism for Scottish farmers and a view for the future

Stevie Hay is the NFU Regional Board Chair for Orkney, a beef farmer and contractor from Birsay and one of our greatly valued, long-standing clients. “Birsay is a particularly good place to farm. It has good, fertile soil and relatively dry land. It has a strong, farming community, as does Orkney as a whole. Agriculture […]

By Karen Scholes
September 29th 2026

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ITSA tax payments could be changing from 2029 under new proposal

Following recommendations in the Autumn Budget 2025, ITSA payments may move to a more regular, in-year basis, making it important for those affected to understand the potential impact on Self-Assessment tax returns. From April 2029, taxpayers with sufficient PAYE income may be able to make ITSA payments through their salary, based on their forecast tax […]

By Kayleigh Tipper
September 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
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1 month 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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1 month ago

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

Gareth Crichton
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1 month ago

…very helpful, very accessible and supportive…

Dr. R.
Google

1 month 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

1 month ago

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

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