Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Accountancy Services in Flackwell Heath
Ledgers Accountancy Services has built a well-established reputation in Buckinghamshire while serving clients nationwide through cloud technology. Our team comprises ICAEW Chartered Accountants with minimum three years of rigorous training and practical experience, supported by practising certificates and professional indemnity insurance. We specialise in delivering comprehensive tax and business management solutions, leveraging the latest technology to ensure clients' businesses remain fit for the future. Our services span taxation, business consultancy, legal affairs, and management assessments, tailored to individual client needs without a one-size-fits-all approach. With over 20 years of post-qualification experience, our lead professionals combine technical expertise with proactive service delivery.We maintain partnerships with QuickBooks Online and Croner Taxwise, offering cloud accounting solutions and fee protection services against HMRC investigations. Our commitment to continuous professional development is evidenced by our team's certifications, including Advanced QuickBooks ProAdvisor status and AAT qualifications. We serve businesses from formation to final accounts, supporting both new entrepreneurs and established organisations. Client testimonials highlight our reliability, efficiency, and value-for-money services, with recommendations from professionals in academia and business consultancy. Our operational history since 2003 demonstrates sustained expertise in navigating evolving tax legislation, including IR35 compliance and Making Tax Digital requirements.
Services
Cloud Accounting
Bookkeeping
Tax Investigation Insurance
Payroll Processing
VAT Returns
Company Formation
Final Accounts
Self Assessment
Employment Law Advice
Health & Safety Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We are ICAEW Chartered Accountants with minimum 3 years' specialist training
- Our team has over 20 years' post-qualification experience in accountancy services
- We utilise cloud technology for real-time, accessible accounting solutions
- We offer free initial consultations through the ICAEW Business Advice Service
- Our partnerships with QuickBooks and Croner Taxwise enhance service delivery
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
What people say
Best experience
Reliable, punctual and efficient
Highly recommend
Integral part of my business
Efficient, effective and supportive
Services
Cloud Accounting
Our cloud accounting solutions provide real-time financial management through QuickBooks Online integration. Clients benefit from automated bank feeds, instant access to financial reports, and secure document sharing. This service ensures compliance with HMRC's Making Tax Digital requirements while enabling business owners to monitor their financial health remotely.
Tax Investigation Insurance
This service protects against costs arising from HMRC tax investigations, covering up to 100,000 in professional fees. It includes support for income tax, corporation tax, VAT, and IR35 compliance checks. Clients receive peace of mind through comprehensive coverage and access to specialist advisors during audits.
Payroll Processing
We manage complete payroll services including salary calculations, tax deductions, and HMRC submissions. Our system handles PAYE, National Insurance contributions, and real-time reporting requirements. Clients benefit from accurate, timely processing that ensures compliance with evolving employment tax legislation.
Business Consultancy
Our consultancy services cover business strategy, cashflow forecasting, and compliance management. We provide tailored advice on tax efficiency, financial planning, and regulatory requirements. This service helps businesses navigate complex financial decisions while maintaining compliance with current legislation.
Employment Law Advice
Through our Croner Taxwise partnership, we offer free access to employment law specialists. This service covers workplace policies, contract disputes, and health & safety obligations. Clients receive expert guidance on managing employee relations and maintaining legal compliance in all HR matters.
People
Carolyn Collins
Chartered Accountant & Founder
With over 20 years' post-qualification experience, Carolyn founded Ledgers in 2003. She combines technical expertise with community involvement, volunteering at local Parkrun and supporting Wasps rugby. Her leadership focuses on client-centric accounting solutions.
Sarah Pierce
Accountant
AAT-qualified accountant with over 20 years' experience, Sarah joined Ledgers in 2015. She specialises in QuickBooks Online and Sage software, providing tailored accounting solutions. Her approach combines technical proficiency with personal client relationships.
Carolyn Davenport
Bookkeeper
Certified Advanced QuickBooks ProAdvisor with over a decade of experience at Ledgers. She focuses on building close client relationships while managing bookkeeping and tax return production. Her expertise includes cloud accounting software implementation.
Heather Davis Hall
Accounting Specialist
With experience from HMRC and investment banking, Heather brings diverse expertise to Ledgers. She has completed advanced QuickBooks training and specialises in supporting clients with complex tax requirements through her dual role in financial services.
Tessa Penney
Tax Advisor
Over 13 years' experience in bookkeeping and tax return production. Her dual expertise in accountancy and financial services enables comprehensive tax planning solutions. She specialises in helping clients understand complex tax obligations.
Questions
What accounting software do you support?
We specialise in QuickBooks Online and Desktop, with Advanced ProAdvisor certification. We also support Sage, Xero, and ClearBooks users.
Are you qualified to provide tax advice?
Yes, our team includes ICAEW Chartered Accountants and AAT-qualified professionals with specialist tax expertise and practising certificates.
What is your Fee Protection Service?
This service covers up to £100,000 in costs from HMRC investigations, including tax audits and compliance checks across all major tax areas.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, through the ICAEW Business Advice Service, new clients receive a free initial consultation to assess suitability before commitment.
How do you handle IR35 compliance?
We offer contract reviews from Croner Taxwise specialists starting at £199 + VAT, plus ongoing compliance support and representation.
What additional support services are available?
Free access to Employment Law, Health & Safety, and Commercial Legal Advice lines through our Croner Taxwise partnership for all clients.
Reviews (4)
Virginia Johnson
Jan 29, 2021
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I'm so pleased to have found Ledgers. They are extremely competitive and good value. The service they offer is fast, efficient, and professional. I found them very approachable, kind and friendly and feel relaxed about tax affairs in their more than capable hands. I have no hesitation in recommending this company. Thank you so much.
Robert Watkinson
Jan 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Ledgers have been very helpful to my business - great team, very responsive and professional. Highly recommended.
Ledgers have been very helpful to my business - great team, very responsive and professional. Highly recommended.
Stuart Bowell
Oct 28, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
First class team of hard working ladies! Couldn't recommend them more if I wanted to.
First class team of hard working ladies! Couldn't recommend them more if I wanted to.
Mike Pickering
Aug 14, 2020
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Ledgers have been an absolute godsend. As a quickly growing business, we were struggling to find an accountancy practice that could not only understand our business, but also offer the right level of flexible support to ensure we were financially fit and future proof. From the outset, Ledgers' personal approach has been flawlessly professional, and the support given to our team is always pitched at the right level. I highly recommend their services.