Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Accounting Services in Guildford
Established in 2005 by Jean Calas-Hathaway, a qualified accountant with over 15 years of experience in diverse industry sectors, we offer tailored financial expertise to small businesses across London and Surrey. Our services include bookkeeping, tax returns, payroll management, and strategic financial planning, designed to provide cost-effective, flexible support while allowing business owners to focus on growth. As a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and expertise, ensuring clients receive accurate, reliable financial guidance. We prioritise understanding each client's unique needs to deliver actionable insights that enhance operational efficiency and profitability. Our proactive approach extends to cashflow management, compliance, and business planning, helping clients navigate challenges and capitalise on growth opportunities.With a combination of remote and on-site support, we adapt our services to meet the dynamic requirements of modern businesses. Our track record demonstrates success in transforming struggling enterprises into financially stable organisations through strategic pricing adjustments and operational optimisation. Committed to transparency and client education, we demystify financial processes while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Our team's extensive experience spans from start-up support to corporate restructuring, providing a comprehensive resource for businesses at every stage. By combining technical expertise with a personalised service ethos, we aim to be a trusted partner in our clients' long-term success.
Services
Bookkeeping
Tax Returns
Payroll Services
Management Accounts
Business Planning
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- ACCA-certified accountants with 15+ years of industry experience
- Flexible support options including remote and on-site services
- Proven track record transforming financially struggling businesses
- Specialised knowledge of small business accounting requirements
- Comprehensive compliance and strategic planning expertise
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Services
Bookkeeping
Maintaining accurate financial records is essential for business compliance and decision-making. We handle day-to-day transactions, ledger entries, and financial reporting to ensure your accounts reflect true business performance. Our systematic approach guarantees year-end accounting processes run smoothly.
Tax Returns
Navigating tax obligations requires expertise to ensure compliance while optimising liabilities. We prepare and file personal, corporate, and VAT returns using HMRC-approved software, identify tax-saving opportunities, and provide clear payment guidance for individuals and businesses.
Payroll Services
Accurate payroll processing ensures employee satisfaction and regulatory compliance. We calculate pay, manage deductions, produce payslips, and handle year-end returns while keeping pace with evolving legislation to protect your business from compliance risks.
Management Accounts
Strategic business decisions require reliable financial insights. We prepare detailed management accounts that track performance against budgets and industry benchmarks, helping identify growth opportunities and areas needing improvement through regular financial health assessments.
Business Planning
Effective planning underpins business success. We develop comprehensive business plans, cashflow forecasts, and budgeting frameworks to support expansion goals, funding applications, and operational improvements through structured financial roadmap creation.
People
Jean Calas-Hathaway
Director
Qualified ACCA accountant with 15+ years' experience across multiple sectors. Specialises in small business financial strategy, having progressed from junior roles to board-level advisory positions through practical, results-driven approaches to accountancy.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, tax returns, payroll processing, management accounts, and strategic financial planning tailored to small business needs.
How do you help improve business cashflow?
We implement cash management strategies, monitor financial positions, and identify payment timing issues to maintain healthy cash reserves.
Can you assist with company formation?
Yes, we handle business incorporation processes and ensure new companies meet all financial compliance requirements from establishment.
Do you work with businesses outside Surrey?
While based near Guildford, we support clients across London and Surrey with both on-site and remote service options.
How do you ensure tax compliance?
We use HMRC-approved software for accurate return preparation, provide payment guidance, and stay updated with regulatory changes affecting clients.
What makes your services different from standard accountants?
Our proactive approach combines technical expertise with operational insights to deliver strategic financial guidance that directly impacts business growth.
Reviews (2)
Aj Contracts Ni
Nov 23, 2021
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Very pleased with roller doors fitted by this company. Clean and tidy workers and the job done is first class. If you need roller garage doors installed these are the guys for the job.
Brendan Mc Grown
Sep 18, 2019
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Andrew fitted an oak roller door on our garage ..he did a great job and the door looks good .a nice tidy job and didnt break the bank .
