Matt Watts
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Matt Watts

Partner

Areas of expertise

Matt specialises in advising businesses on all business tax matters, specifically on international tax planning, tax matters arising from transactions (acquisitions and disposals), and R&D tax credits

Experience

Matt is a Chartered Accountant who has worked for over 10 years in the Big Four. He joined S&W in 2008, and now specialises in advising corporate clients on a variety of business tax matters. Matt particularly focuses on clients in the technology, manufacturing and media sectors, and all of his clients have an international aspect to their business

Notable client work & achievements

Matt has supported many of his clients on successful transactions, both buy and sell side, including IPOs.  Matt has also advised on many international projects which have enabled his clients to grow their businesses internationally. 

Professional qualifications & memberships

  • Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).
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All change, no difference: The 2026 Budget

It was a Budget that put stability over ambition, with few striking measures and a lot of tinkering. A week on from the announcement, it’s also clear that even the headlines don’t really hold up.

S&W's Budget logo with out Business Owners Sentiment Survey report

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The BOSS after the Budget

Business owners didn’t get all they wanted from the Autumn Budget 2026, but they didn’t get the worst they feared, either. For most, it may have come as a welcome relief – if it delivers.

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