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Trusted Accountants in Middlesbrough | G Hornby & Co
G Hornby & Co are experienced qualified accountants based in Middlesbrough with over 25 years of expertise in accountancy and tax services. We provide a wide range of services to small businesses and taxpayers locally and nationally, prioritising a friendly, personal approach with jargon-free advice. Our principal, Gary Hornby, is a Chartered Management Accountant with extensive experience working with small and medium-sized businesses across manufacturing and service industries. We offer free initial meetings, evening and weekend appointments, and competitive fixed-price agreements tailored to client needs. All work is covered by Professional Indemnity insurance, and we provide Tax Enquiry Fee Protection at no additional cost.Our commitment to transparency ensures no unexpected bills, with unlimited email and telephone support for all clients. We specialise in minimising tax liabilities while ensuring compliance, offering cloud-based accounting software for larger businesses at 10 plus VAT monthly. Our services include annual accounts preparation, bookkeeping, company secretarial work, management accounts, and strategic tax planning. We aim to respond to all enquiries the same day, with most addressed within an hour, and provide a monthly newsletter featuring tax tips and industry news. Our focus on client satisfaction is reflected in our guarantees, including no minimum contract terms and free small business bookkeeping software with training.
Services
Accountancy Services
Taxation Services
Business Start-Up
Added Value Services
Financial Services
Highlights and features
- We offer a FREE initial meeting with no obligation
- Appointments available evenings and weekends at your convenience
- Competitive fixed price agreements with easy monthly payments
- All work covered by Professional Indemnity insurance for your peace of mind
- 25 years of experience in accountancy and tax services for SMEs
Services
Accountancy Services
Our accountancy services include annual accounts preparation, bookkeeping, company secretarial work, and management accounts. We ensure accurate financial reporting for Companies House filings and self-assessment tax returns while identifying opportunities to reduce tax liabilities. Our team provides clear explanations of financial statements to support business planning and decision-making.
Taxation Services
We offer comprehensive tax services covering personal and corporate tax returns, VAT registration and returns, payroll compliance, and strategic tax planning. Our expertise includes IR35 contractor advice, inheritance tax mitigation, and defending clients during HMRC investigations with Tax Enquiry Fee Protection available to cover associated costs.
Business Start-Up
We assist with company formations, director appointments, registered office services, and tax reviews for new businesses. Our packages include business plan development, payroll setup advice, and guidance on the most tax-efficient structures for your specific industry and growth objectives.
Added Value Services
Our added value services focus on business growth strategies, valuations, management systems implementation, and raising finance. We help clients develop strategic plans, improve operational efficiency through key performance indicators, and access appropriate funding sources to support expansion.
Financial Services
We connect clients with independent financial advisors for pensions, investments, mortgages, and inheritance tax planning. Our network provides tailored solutions for wealth succession, retirement planning, and protection against critical illness or income loss.
People
Gary Hornby
Principal
Gary Hornby is a Chartered Management Accountant with over 25 years of experience in industry and accountancy practice. He specialises in providing tailored financial advice to small and medium-sized businesses across Teesside and nationally.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide annual accounts preparation, bookkeeping, company secretarial work, management accounts, and VAT return services tailored to small businesses.
Do you offer tax planning and compliance services?
Yes, we handle personal and corporate tax returns, VAT registration, payroll compliance, and strategic tax planning to legally minimise liabilities.
Can you help with business start-up requirements?
We assist with company formations, director appointments, registered office services, and creating business plans for new ventures.
Are your services available outside regular office hours?
Yes, we offer appointments evenings and weekends at your convenience with no additional fees.
Do you provide support during HMRC investigations?
We defend clients during tax enquiries with Tax Enquiry Fee Protection covering accountancy costs for eligible cases.
What makes your accounting services different?
We combine 25+ years of experience with fixed pricing, unlimited support, and jargon-free advice focused on your specific business needs.
Reviews (1)
Phil Robson
Sep 20, 2016
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I needed a new accountant so thought I would try a local one after bad experience with a cheap remote one. So far all my dealings with Gary have been excellent with swift useful responses and I've found his fees to be reasonable. If you need a good honest accountant I would not hesitate to recommend Gary.
