Business Details
23 Years
experience
Expert Accountancy Services in Plymouth
Established in 2003, we are a small accountancy practice dedicated to providing cost-effective and reliable professional services tailored to smaller businesses. Our clients include sole traders, partnerships, and family-run limited companies who benefit from our personal attention and specialist expertise. We focus on removing the stress of financial compliance while delivering strategic tax-saving solutions. With extensive experience in accounts production, payroll management, and HMRC liaison, we ensure businesses maintain accurate records and meet statutory obligations efficiently. Our approach combines the accessibility of a local practice with the technical proficiency typically associated with larger firms.We prioritise transparency in our fee structure, offering consultations to assess client needs and identify potential tax efficiencies. Our services extend to business planning, cash flow projections, and corporate tax compliance, supporting clients through all stages of growth. Located in Plymouth, we serve businesses across Devon with a commitment to exceptional service and long-term partnerships. By staying updated on evolving tax legislation, we provide proactive advice that safeguards clients' financial interests. Our goal is to be a trusted advisor, enabling small businesses to focus on operations while we handle complex financial requirements.
Services
Accounts Production
Tax Savings
Payroll Services
Bookkeeping
VAT Advice
Business Planning
Corporation Tax
Charity Reporting
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer tailored accountancy solutions for small businesses
- Our team provides personalised attention to every client
- Specialists in tax efficiency strategies for SMEs
- Comprehensive payroll and HMRC compliance services
- Transparent fee structure with no hidden costs
Services
Accounts Production
We prepare annual accounts from your records, forming the basis for tax returns and providing essential financial insights. Our service ensures compliance with Companies House requirements while maintaining accuracy for business decision-making. The accounts also serve as crucial documentation when seeking financing from banks or investors.
Tax Savings
Our expert tax advice identifies legitimate opportunities to reduce HMRC liabilities across income, capital gains, and corporation tax. We analyse business structures and transactions to maximise available reliefs while maintaining full compliance with current legislation and reporting requirements.
Payroll Services
Comprehensive payroll management covering PAYE calculations, RTI submissions, and year-end returns. We ensure compliance with real-time information requirements while handling complex calculations for statutory payments, deductions, and employer NICs obligations.
Business Planning
We develop cash flow projections, budgets, and business plans to support strategic decision-making. Our analysis helps identify growth opportunities, manage working capital, and secure external funding through detailed financial forecasting and scenario planning.
VAT Advice
Expert guidance on VAT registration thresholds, scheme selection, and quarterly return preparation. We help businesses navigate cash accounting and flat rate schemes to optimise cash flow while ensuring compliance with HMRC's Making Tax Digital requirements.
People
Ian Taberner
Principal Accountant
With over 20 years' experience, Ian specialises in small business taxation and compliance. He leads client relationships and ensures technical excellence across all accounting services provided.
Amanda Sanders
Senior Accountant
Amanda manages payroll services and corporate tax compliance. Her expertise covers PAYE regulations and corporation tax return preparation for limited companies.
Chris Adams
Accountant
Chris focuses on bookkeeping and VAT advisory services. He assists clients with cash flow management and implementation of efficient accounting systems.
Courtney Peters
Accounts Technician
Courtney supports daily accounting operations, including accounts preparation and client communications. She provides technical assistance across all service areas.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide accounts production, tax planning, payroll processing, VAT returns, business planning, and corporation tax compliance tailored to small businesses.
How do you help businesses reduce tax liabilities?
We identify legitimate tax reliefs and structure transactions to minimise income tax, capital gains tax, and corporation tax within HMRC guidelines.
Do you handle HMRC compliance requirements?
Yes, we manage all HMRC obligations including RTI submissions, self-assessment returns, corporation tax filings, and VAT reporting.
What are your fees based on?
Our fees are calculated based on time required for each task, determined during initial consultation to ensure transparency.
Can you assist with business start-up accounting?
We support new businesses with incorporation, accounting system setup, and tax registration to establish proper financial foundations.
