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Established 1953
Over 70 Years

About Us

Established in 1953, G W Dick & Co is a family run firm of Chartered Accountants, based in South Shields, Tyne & Wear. We pride ourselves in the professional and trustworthy reputation we have established through developing close working relationships with our clients. We are also immensely proud of our history and what we have achieved over more than 60 years in business.

1950's Bill Dick qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1952, gained his practice certificate in 1953 and began working from a one roomed bedsit in John Clay Street, South Shields. 1960's The first office was rented in King Street, South Shields and two members of staff were recruited. 1970's As the client base grew, Bill moved to bigger premises in Fowler Street South Shields. Bill’s son Andrew would come in to do filing and earn some extra pocket money. 1980's Business was booming and Bill was able to purchase his own office in Beach Road, South Shields. More staff were recruited. 1990's Bill’s son Andrew joined the business as a trainee accountant in 1990, qualifying as a Chartered Accountant in 1994. Together they supported clients through the introduction of Self Assessment, one of the biggest changes to the tax system at that time. 2000's The firm continued to attract new clients with a growing number of Limited companies coming on board. . 2010's Andrew embraced the challenges of a digital age. Supporting clients through the introduction of Real Time Information, Auto enrolment and Making Tax Digital.

Our Clients

Our clients are our most valued asset and we have an impressive record in client retention. We believe this is down to our personal approach and the fact that we take the time to get to know each client individually, establishing a close working relationship based on mutual trust. Many of our new clients are recommended to us from existing clients. This is something we are very proud of and so we work hard to maintain this excellent reputation.
We have clients from all different walks of life with diverse needs ranging from individuals, sole traders and partnerships to large Limited companies and LLP’s. Whilst we are located in South Shields, Tyne & Wear, we have clients throughout the UK as well as many others based overseas.

Our Values

Our values are embedded in everything we do.

Our clients are our most valued asset and we are proud of their successes. We care about the staff and families of our clients and those of our own business too. Ultimately, we strive to make life easier for our clients, by establishing a close working relationship based on mutual trust.

Meet The Team

Andrew Dick

Managing Partner

Bill Dick

Founder

Katie Coyne

Digital Bookkeeping & Accounts

Tom Middleton

Accounts

Anne Dick

Admin

Elaine Douglass

Marketing & HR

Carol Peacock

Admin

Lesley Halliday

Personal Tax

Our Mission

To deliver outstanding accounting, tax and advisory services to all of our clients through anticipation of their needs, understanding their business and providing the expertise to help them achieve their goals.

Our Vision

To be regarded as the most respected firm of Chartered Accountants where clients are confident that we will always act in their best interests, providing solutions and support whatever the problem may be.

Get in touch…………

If you are currently looking for an accountant or would simply like a free, no obligation, informal meeting or telephone consultation with us, please don’t hesitate to contact us. You will soon discover that we have your best interests at heart and share your passion to help you achieve all of your goals and ambitions.