About us
Know what’s working. Control what’s next.
Corbar feels like an extension of your team. You’ll get monthly support, fast answers, and honest advice over a cuppa.We don’t just keep you compliant. We help you lead, plan, and thrive with solid numbers and smarter decisions.
How Corbor came to be
Hi, I’m Hayley, founder of Corbar.
After years working as Head of FP&A and Finance Business Partner in a large contract catering company, I saw firsthand the difference it makes when business owners have regular, meaningful financial support.
Not just reports, but real conversations. Not just deadlines, but direction.
I started Corbar to give growing businesses exactly that, without the corporate red tape or high cost of an in-house finance department.
But I didn't want to be the kind of firm you never see or hear from.
I like to be right there alongside you, helping build a solid financial foundation so you can make informed decisions to grow and thrive.
So Corbar operates like an in-house finance team, with packages that evolve with your business and support that’s as personal as it is professional.
What we value
Corbar is built on five key values, and they show up in everything we do:
Collaboration – We work closely with our clients, and expect the same commitment in return. We’re in it together.
Chuckles – We do serious work, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. Expect the occasional dog-related chaos or coffee-fuelled banter.
Continual Learning – We stay curious and keep growing, personally and professionally.
Commitment – Going above and beyond, as standard. We care deeply about getting it right for you and with you.
Conserve – Whether it’s your cash flow, the planet, or your peace of mind, we aim to leave things better than we found them.
Hayley - Founder
Qualified accountant, business strategist, and big believer in doing business differently. I live off-grid just outside Buxton, love musicals and reading, and start most mornings with strong coffee and a few loyal dogs at my feet.
Michelle - Bookkeeper
I’m currently studying for my AAT and love helping clients feel more confident and in control of their finances. I’m a mum of two, and I always have the next family holiday booked - and possibly already planned to the last detail. I love a coffee, but I’m strangely unaffected by caffeine. I can drink a coffee before bed and still sleep like a log!
Paul - Accounts Senior
After 20+ years in London as an investment banker, I returned to Buxton to retrain as an accountant. Now I help small businesses make sound financial decisions, while enjoying more time with my wife, our two boys, and some long walks in the fresh Peak District air.
Macy
Hayley's retriever always off on an adventure
Teal
Hayley’s shadow. Calm, ball-obsessed, and under the desk 99% of the time.
Major
Sofa-loving golden retriever who communicates in woofs and commands the room.
Joey
Michelle’s Springer. Squeaky greetings. Loves a ball.
Ted
The emotional one. Cries for Major. We love him anyway.
How we work
Switching accountants can feel daunting. We make it feel like a breath of fresh air.
No more last-minute panics. No more silence when you need answers. No more wondering if your numbers are right or what they actually mean.
We take the stress out of your finances, bring structure to the chaos, and give you support that grows with you.
Here’s how we do it:
Grounded
We start by reviewing your setup, cleaning up any chaos, and making sure your numbers are accurate and your systems are working; no judgment, just progress.
Understand
We get to know you, your business, and your goals, so our advice actually fits. If something’s keeping you up at night, we want to know.
Thrive
With regular insight, proactive advice, and day-to-day support, you’ll stop feeling reactive and start feeling in control.
Track + Elevate
As your business grows, we evolve with you, spotting opportunities, adjusting support, and helping you make the next move with confidence.
Why choose us
You’ve been trying to stay on top of your accounts, but something doesn’t feel right.
Maybe you’re not sure it’s accurate.
Maybe it’s taking up too much of your time.
Maybe it’s not giving you the insight you need to grow.
Or maybe your accountant only shows up at year-end, and by then, it’s too late to change anything.
You want answers. Support. A team you can talk to.
At Corbar, we give you:
Clear, accurate numbers you can trust
Monthly insight to help you grow—not just survive
Quick answers, real conversations, and no jargon
Support that feels like part of your team
We’re here to help you lead, not just stay compliant.
Sustainability + Giving Back
We don’t do this for show. We do it because it matters to us.
Corbar was built with sustainability and integrity at its core, from the off-grid, wind and solar-powered HQ to planting a tree for every new client. We also give regularly through B1G1 to support global projects we believe in.
It’s a quiet commitment, but one that means we tend to attract clients who care about doing business the right way, too.
One tree planted for every new client
Global impact through B1G1 giving
Off-grid office powered by solar and wind
Ethical advice, always
Certified. Experienced. Reliable.
Licensed by the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
20+ years of accounting experience
10+ years of successful business ownership
Trusted by growing businesses across Buxton, Derbyshire, the East Midlands and beyond
Contact Us
01298 601 193
Buxton, Derbyshire
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