Business Details
17 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Certified Accountants in Wellington, Somerset
Founded in 2009 by Margaret Scarrott, Evolution A B S has grown from a team of five to twenty highly qualified professionals. Our expertise lies in delivering tailored accounting, taxation, and business advisory services to clients across the South West and throughout the UK. With deep roots in rural business communities, we combine specialist knowledge of agriculture, land, and property sectors with a commitment to understanding each client's unique goals. Our team prioritises timely, individualised advice to enhance personal and business wealth, supported by forward-thinking strategies and compliance expertise. As ACCA-registered chartered certified accountants, we adhere to rigorous professional standards while maintaining a friendly, cost-effective approach.Our cloud software proficiency ensures seamless integration with modern tax requirements, including Making Tax Digital compliance. We collaborate with external specialists to deliver holistic solutions, focusing on empowering clients through informed decision-making. Client testimonials highlight our responsiveness, technical expertise, and ability to demystify complex accounting systems. Our mission remains to build long-term relationships by aligning our services with clients' evolving needs, whether supporting business growth, succession planning, or personal financial objectives.
Services
Accounting
Taxation
Business Advisory
Agricultural Accounting
Cloud Software Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of experience in rural business accounting
- Our team holds ACCA chartered certification for professional standards
- Personalised service combining technical expertise with local knowledge
- Specialist agricultural and property tax planning capabilities
- Cloud software integration experts for Making Tax Digital compliance
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
What people say
Fantastic support
Quick understanding
Non-jargon explanations
Timely assistance
Problem resolution
Services
Agricultural Accounting
Specialist accounting services for agricultural businesses including dairy, beef, and arable farming. We provide tailored tax planning, diversification strategies, and succession planning to address sector-specific challenges. Our expertise covers renewable energy and tourism integration for rural enterprises.
Business Advisory
Comprehensive business advisory services covering financial planning, management accounts, and growth strategies. We assist with business structuring, forecasting, and operational improvements to align commercial objectives with personal goals.
Cloud Software
Cloud accounting implementation and support for Making Tax Digital compliance. We offer software selection guidance, data migration, and training for systems like QuickBooks, with expertise in HMRC's digital tax requirements.
Private Client Tax
Personal tax return preparation and inheritance tax planning services. We provide HMRC investigation support, tax-efficient wealth management, and trust planning to protect family assets while maintaining compliance.
Property Taxation
Specialist tax advice for property owners including capital gains planning, rental structuring, and furnished holiday lettings. We handle stamp duty, SDLT, and non-resident landlord scheme requirements with sector-specific expertise.
People
Margaret Scarrott
Founder & Director
With over 15 years' experience in chartered accountancy, Margaret established Evolution A B S in 2009. She specialises in rural business advisory and tax planning, combining technical expertise with hands-on support for agricultural enterprises.
Dan Knight
Private Client Specialist
Dan focuses on personal tax planning and inheritance tax mitigation strategies. He works closely with clients to optimise wealth management while ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and providing expert support during tax investigations.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for agricultural businesses?
We provide specialist accounting for all farming types, including tax planning, diversification strategies, and succession planning tailored to rural enterprises.
How do you support businesses with Making Tax Digital?
We offer software selection guidance, data migration, and HMRC compliance support for VAT-registered businesses transitioning to digital tax systems.
What property tax services do you provide?
Our services include capital gains planning, rental structuring, SDLT advice, and compliance support for furnished holiday lets and non-resident landlords.
How can you help with personal tax planning?
We provide inheritance tax mitigation, trust planning, and wealth management strategies while ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and audit support.
What cloud accounting software do you support?
We work with major platforms including QuickBooks, offering implementation support, training, and integration with HMRC's digital tax requirements.
