Business Details
4 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting Solutions in Horsham
Founded in 2022, The Sussex Bookkeeper brings extensive corporate expertise to small and medium businesses across Sussex. With 15 years of senior management experience in a FTSE 100 company, our owner Leisa Turnbull combines strategic financial management with hands-on bookkeeping proficiency. Certified by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, we specialise in VAT compliance, payroll administration, and self-assessment tax returns while offering tailored advice for new business start-ups. Our approach prioritises accurate record-keeping to ensure clients maintain HMRC compliance and optimise cash flow management. We deliver flexible solutions through on-site visits or remote data handling, supported by up-to-date accounting software.Our services extend to producing management accounts, maintaining supplier relationships, and providing credit control assistance. As a locally-based practice, we focus on demystifying financial processes for businesses in Horsham and surrounding areas. Our commitment to precision extends to year-end payroll reporting and construction industry scheme compliance. We actively support entrepreneurs through business formation decisions and accounting software selection. With a proven track record in budget management exceeding 2.2 million, we combine corporate rigour with personalised service.
Services
Bookkeeping
VAT Returns
Payroll Services
Self Assessment Tax Returns
New Business Start-Up Advice
Details
- Year established: 2022
Highlights and features
- We offer 15 years of corporate financial management experience
- Our team holds Institute of Certified Bookkeepers accreditation
- We provide flexible on-site and remote bookkeeping solutions
- We specialise in Sussex-based business requirements
- We deliver comprehensive HMRC compliance support
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Certified Bookkeepers
Services
Bookkeeping
Our bookkeeping services ensure accurate financial records using modern software solutions. We handle cash flow monitoring, bank reconciliations, and supplier relationship management. Clients benefit from timely reporting that supports informed business decisions while maintaining HMRC compliance.
VAT Returns
We manage complete VAT compliance including registration, quarterly returns, and deregistration processes. Our expertise ensures correct calculations and timely submissions to HMRC, preventing penalties. We also provide guidance on VAT accounting best practices.
Payroll Services
Our payroll services cover employee records, payslip production, and statutory reporting. We handle PAYE/NIC calculations, maternity leave provisions, and year-end returns (P35, P60, etc.) ensuring full HMRC compliance.
Self Assessment
We prepare and submit self-assessment tax returns for sole traders and self-employed individuals. Our service includes end-of-year accounts preparation, liability calculations, and deadline tracking to avoid penalties.
New Business Start-Up
We support new businesses with accounting setup, software selection, and compliance requirements. Our guidance covers book layout, expense management, and business structure decisions (sole trader vs limited company).
People
Leisa Turnbull
Founder
Former FTSE 100 senior manager with 15 years' corporate experience managing 2.2m budgets. Institute of Certified Bookkeepers qualified with taxation diploma. Specialises in small business financial management solutions.
Questions
What bookkeeping services do you offer?
We provide complete bookkeeping solutions including cash flow management, bank reconciliations, supplier relationship tracking, and management accounts production.
Do you support businesses outside Horsham?
Yes, we serve small to medium businesses across Sussex while maintaining our Horsham-based operations.
How experienced is your team?
Our founder has 15 years' corporate financial management experience plus Institute of Certified Bookkeepers accreditation with taxation specialisation.
Can you help with VAT compliance?
Yes, we handle full VAT compliance including registration, quarterly returns, and deregistration while ensuring HMRC compliance.
What support exists for new businesses?
We offer start-up accounting setup, software selection guidance, and business structure advice to new enterprises.
How quickly do you respond to enquiries?
We aim to respond to all contact form submissions within one working day.
