Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Accountants in Bristol
Established in 2012, we are a family-run accountancy practice built on over 50 years of combined experience. Our team specialises in delivering tailored financial solutions including bookkeeping, payroll management, credit control, and statutory accounts for businesses across Bristol and the South West. We serve sole traders, limited companies, and charities, offering a comprehensive service that eliminates the need for in-house finance departments. Our approach combines technical expertise with a commitment to understanding each client's unique needs, ensuring compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements while maximising financial efficiency.With a client-centric philosophy, we prioritise clear communication and proactive support, as evidenced by testimonials highlighting our reliability and professionalism. Our services include monthly bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll processing, and management reporting, all delivered with transparent pricing that includes unlimited consultations. We pride ourselves on transforming complex financial processes into streamlined solutions that empower businesses to focus on growth.
Services
Bookkeeping
Payroll Services
Credit Control
Account Management
VAT Returns
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined accountancy experience tailored to Bristol businesses
- Our fixed-fee pricing includes unlimited consultations with no hidden charges
- Specialist support for sole traders, limited companies and charities under one roof
- Proven track record helping local businesses with HMRC compliance and tax planning
- Client testimonials highlight our responsive, approachable and reliable service
What people say
Friendly and efficient
Trust them totally
Refreshing and reassuring
Extended part of the team
Immeasurably valuable
Services
Bookkeeping
We maintain accurate financial records including customer and supplier invoices, bank reconciliations, and monthly management reports. Our service produces profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and VAT returns while tracking budgets against actual performance. Clients receive regular financial updates that support informed business decision-making.
Payroll Services
We handle all aspects of payroll processing from payslip generation to pension auto-enrolment compliance. Our service manages PAYE/NIC calculations, statutory payments, and year-end reporting while maintaining accurate holiday and sickness records. We ensure timely HMRC submissions and adapt to businesses with varying employee numbers and pay frequencies.
Credit Control
We implement structured debt recovery processes using email, letters and telephone follow-ups to secure payments. Our service maintains audit trails for disputed debts, negotiates payment plans, and collaborates with collection agencies when necessary. We balance professional debt recovery with relationship management to protect client business interests.
Account Management
We provide regular management accounts with detailed performance analysis and profitability assessments. Our service includes face-to-face meetings to interpret financial data and offer strategic advice on profit maximisation. Reports can be delivered weekly, monthly or quarterly to support business growth planning.
VAT Returns
We prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns while ensuring accurate record-keeping throughout the tax period. Our service includes VAT liability calculations and compliance monitoring to prevent penalties. We advise on VAT registration thresholds and help businesses maintain proper documentation for HMRC audits.
People
Michael Grant
Director
One of three brothers leading the practice, Michael brings extensive accountancy experience to client advisory services. He focuses on building long-term client relationships and ensuring quality service delivery across the Bristol region.
Steven Baptiste
Director
As co-owner, Steven specialises in business compliance and statutory requirements. He works closely with new businesses during incorporation and supports clients through complex tax and accounting challenges.
David Baptiste
Director
Known for exceptional client support, David provides hands-on accounting guidance to sole traders and limited companies. His expertise includes financial forecasting and payroll system implementation for growing businesses.
Kate Baptiste
Founder
The original founder of the practice, Kate established the firm's reputation for excellence over 15 years. She continues to contribute her expertise while mentoring the next generation of accountants.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, payroll, credit control, VAT returns, and financial reporting services tailored to sole traders and limited companies in Bristol and the South West.
How do you handle HMRC compliance requirements?
We ensure timely submission of tax returns, VAT returns and payroll reports while maintaining accurate records to prevent penalties and ensure full compliance with current regulations.
Can you help with business structure decisions?
Yes, we advise whether remaining a sole trader or forming a limited company would be more beneficial based on your specific business circumstances and growth plans.
What are your fees for monthly bookkeeping?
Our competitive fees are based on workload volume but include all meetings, calls and emails with no additional charges for consultations.
Do you support charity organisations?
Yes, we offer specialist accounting services for charities including trustee reporting, funding application budgets, and independent examinations for qualifying organisations.
How do you ensure client data security?
We maintain strict confidentiality protocols and secure record-keeping systems while following data protection regulations to safeguard all client financial information.
Reviews (6)
Tom Southgate
Jan 02, 2020
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Extremely professional help from an honest family accountancy firm. Have gone to them with any queries or concerns and their support is excellent. Highly recommended
Oliver Edwards
Nov 28, 2018
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Linden Accountants provide a great service and look after all my company accounts and taxes. They always have it in hand and have done all the work before I ring to with any questions
Conscious Embodiment Trainings Admin
Oct 19, 2018
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I needed to find an accountant in December as I was going away in January. I came across Linden accountants by chance viewing a room in their building. Everyone I have had contact with has been fantastic. My accounts were sorted by David within 2 days so I could go on holiday without worrying. All questions however trivial were answered the same day. I can't recommend them highly enough.
Phil Stevens
Nov 20, 2017
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Great service, great team, I'm a happy customer. Give me a personal service, responding to queries quickly and all times
Jon Attwood
Oct 31, 2017
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Very friendly and flexible accountants who have really helped guide my small and developing local business in Bristol.
Polly Eldridge
Oct 03, 2017
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We started working with Lindens over a year ago now and it is hard to express what an impact it has had, they feel like an extension of our small team! They are always there for support and advice, always up to date with the books and always keen to find the best solutions to financial conundrums rather than the quickest or easiest. At last we are on top of the finance and I can get on with doing what we're in business to do.
