Business Details
10 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting Services in Peterborough for SME Growth
Established in 2016, Direct Peak has redefined modern accounting by combining technological innovation with personalised service. Our team of certified professionals specialises in delivering tailored financial solutions to SMEs across Peterborough and surrounding regions. We leverage cloud-based platforms like Xero to streamline processes while maintaining a client-centric approach that prioritises transparency and accessibility. Our fixed-fee structure eliminates unexpected costs, with unlimited support included through immediate response times and proactive financial guidance.As a Xero Gold Partner, we focus on automating routine tasks while providing strategic insights that drive business growth. Our commitment to sustainability through paperless operations and carbon-neutral initiatives reflects our forward-thinking ethos. With expertise spanning bookkeeping, tax optimisation, payroll management, and virtual CFO services, we empower businesses to achieve financial clarity and long-term success.
Services
Bookkeeping
Tax Services
Payroll Management
Virtual CFO
Xero Support
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- No additional charges for phone calls or emails with all services
- Monthly fixed fees provide complete cost transparency
- Xero-certified specialists automate financial processes
- Proactive tax efficiency planning included as standard
- Carbon-neutral operations with paperless accounting systems
Associations and certifications
- Xero Gold Partner
What people say
Exceptional team
Clear advice
Invaluable monthly insights
Friendly professionals
Highly knowledgeable
Services
Bookkeeping Services
Our bookkeeping services maintain accurate financial records through cloud-based systems. We handle bank reconciliations, expense coding, and management accounts to ensure compliance. Clients receive regular reporting with options for daily, weekly or monthly updates depending on business needs.
Tax Compliance
Specialist tax services cover corporation tax, VAT returns and self-assessment filings. We ensure compliance while optimising tax efficiency through strategic planning. Includes annual accounts preparation and tax investigation protection.
Payroll Management
Full payroll services handle salary calculations, statutory payments, and pension auto-enrolment. We manage RTI submissions and provide payslip distribution with compliance guaranteed across all UK regulations.
Virtual CFO
Virtual CFO services deliver strategic financial guidance with cash flow forecasting and performance analysis. We provide actionable insights through management accounts and growth planning tailored to business objectives.
Xero Implementation
Xero Gold Partner specialists migrate businesses to cloud accounting systems. Services include software setup, staff training, and ongoing support to automate financial processes and improve efficiency.
People
Karl Newman
Managing Director
Former Head of Finance with multi-million-pound company experience. Specialises in strategic financial management and business growth. Provides expert accounting guidance to SMEs through Direct Peak's innovative approach.
Kerry Hall
Accountant
Over 25 years' accountancy experience covering audits and tax compliance. Specialises in helping businesses identify tax savings while ensuring regulatory compliance through personalised advisory services.
Imogen Jarvis
Assistant Accountant
Xero-certified bookkeeper handling VAT returns and management accounts. Focuses on maintaining accurate financial records while providing client support for accounting software systems.
Eve Parker
Assistant Accountant
Experienced in bookkeeping and management accounts preparation. Specialises in client support for Xero implementation and ongoing financial reporting requirements for SMEs.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for SMEs?
We provide bookkeeping, tax compliance, payroll management, virtual CFO services, and Xero implementation tailored to SME needs.
Do you charge extra for phone or email support?
No - unlimited support is included in all fixed-fee packages with no additional charges for communication.
How do you help businesses with tax efficiency?
We implement strategic tax planning, ensure optimal expense claims, and structure businesses for minimal tax liabilities.
Can I switch accountants mid-year?
Yes - you can change accountants at any time with seamless transition support provided.
What technology do you use?
We specialise in Xero cloud accounting software with integrated Dext subscriptions for automated financial processes.
Are your fees transparent?
Yes - all services operate on monthly fixed fees with clear pricing structures and no hidden costs.
Reviews (7)
Francesca Soanes
Dec 15, 2020
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Karl and his team at Direct Peak are a great accounting business - the quality of their work and attention to detail is second to none. Direct Peak took over our rather messy accounts and totally re vamped them with the use of the online accounting system Xero ... their total professionalism and quick response in helping us with this transition made it a easy and uncomplicated task. If you are a small or large business that needs help with getting your accountants easy to manage Direct Peak is the company to go to ....
Joseph Cerski
Oct 14, 2020
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Karl provides a wonderful, attentive and comprehensive service at Direct peak. I asked Karl to handle my self assessment tax return, it was my first time filing one and Karl did an outstanding job. He was always on hand to answer any questions I had and did so professionally and quickly. I will certainly be using Direct Peak again, theres no need to go anywhere else! 11/10. Thanks Karl!
Nick Shirley
Sep 18, 2020
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As a director of a busy online wholesale business, I need all of our systems to work seamlessly. Direct Peak advised and assisted with the integration of several apps that handle the sale, stock allocation, shipment, recording of the invoice and payment with minimal human interaction and processing. These apps have allowed the company to grow without taking on huge overheads and I can certainly say that Direct Peak's approach to accountancy is hugely refreshing.... I couldn't recommend them highly enough.
Helen Taylor
Dec 26, 2019
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Direct Peak have recently migrated us from Sage Accounts to Xero, and the experience has been fantastic - clear communications, reliable in hitting deadlines and a seamless management of our data. Karl and his team come highly recommended!
Michael Raggatt
Dec 22, 2019
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Have been working with Karl and the Direct Peak team a few years now I have to say their service, communication and professionalism is brilliant. I'm just a small business and it's really helped having a great team sort out all my accounting so I can concentrate more on running my business. Would highly recommend them to anyone.
Suzanne Speed
Jun 03, 2019
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Working with Karl and the team at Direct Peak has been an absolute pleasure with fast, efficient, clear and helpful service from start to finish. They made the process simple and stress free and I wholeheartedly recommend them to all.
Raphael Raggatt
May 05, 2019
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Karl and the team did a fantastic job on my tax return, efficiently going through all the documents and correctly calculating the amount owed. Great communication throughout, would highly recommend for personal tax returns!
