Business Details
9 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Paisley Providing Expert Financial Services
Established in 2017 by Graeme Handley, our practice delivers a client-focused approach to accounting for individuals and businesses across Renfrewshire. With over a decade of experience in the SME sector as former business owners, we understand the critical role financial health plays in long-term success. Our team provides statutory accounting services alongside tailored advisory solutions, combining compliance expertise with strategic support. As ICAS members, we serve 300+ clients across multiple industries, offering fixed-fee structures and flexible payment options.Our services include annual accounts preparation, tax planning, payroll management, cloud accounting, and virtual finance controller support. We prioritise timely filing, financial clarity, and proactive tax-saving strategies while maintaining a deep understanding of local market needs. Our virtual finance controller service addresses gaps in short-term financial expertise, ensuring businesses receive high-quality, on-demand support.
Services
Annual Accounts Preparation
Management Accounts
Business Advisory
Tax Planning
Payroll
Cloud Accounting
Virtual Finance Controller
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We have over 10 years of SME sector experience as prior business owners
- Our team provides fixed-fee structures with no hidden costs
- We offer cloud accounting integration with Xero as certified partners
- Our virtual finance controller service fills short-term financial expertise gaps
- We serve 300+ clients across multiple industries with tailored solutions
Associations and certifications
- ICAS
Services
Annual Accounts Preparation
We prepare statutory annual accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. Our service ensures compliance with Companies House and HMRC requirements while providing financial insights for business decisions. With fixed fees and flexible payment options, we handle all complexities regardless of business size or industry.
Tax Planning
Our proactive tax planning identifies savings opportunities through pension contributions and income structuring. We help individuals and businesses understand tax implications of financial decisions while ensuring compliance with current legislation. Our approach aligns with long-term financial goals to optimise tax efficiency.
Cloud Accounting
We implement Xero cloud accounting solutions with real-time financial tracking and automated processes. Our certified partnership enables seamless integration with 300+ business apps. This service provides instant access to financial data while reducing administrative burdens through digital workflows and remote collaboration.
Payroll Management
We manage complete payroll processes including tax calculations, payslip generation, and compliance reporting. Our service ensures accurate employee payments and HMRC compliance while handling benefits administration and tax error investigations for businesses of all sizes.
Virtual Finance Controller
This service provides on-demand financial leadership including strategy formulation, system reviews, and cashflow management. We offer ad-hoc support for finance function optimisation, objective setting, and management accounting without full-time employment costs, leveraging our chartered accountant expertise.
People
Graeme Handley
Chartered Accountant
Founder with 18 years' accounting experience including 10 years as SME financial director. Qualified in 2004, he led business restructuring that increased profitability before establishing GMH Chartered Accountants to address market gaps in accessible financial expertise.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide annual accounts preparation, tax planning, payroll management, cloud accounting, virtual finance controller services, and business advisory support for SMEs and individuals.
How does your cloud accounting service work?
We use Xero cloud software for real-time financial tracking, automated invoicing, and secure remote access. This system integrates with 300+ business apps and eliminates manual data sharing requirements.
Do you work with limited companies only?
No, we support sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies with tailored accounting solutions for each business structure and their specific compliance requirements.
What are your payment options?
We offer fixed-fee pricing with flexible monthly payment plans for annual accounts preparation. Specific payment terms for other services are discussed during initial consultations.
Reviews (4)
David Clark
Dec 22, 2020
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Enjoy working with Graeme and his team. Cant rate highly enough.
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Thomas Clarkin
Dec 25, 2017
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Always good to have an Accountant thats approachable and knows their Stuff I Started using GMH Chartered Accountants as a result of a personal recommendation which is always the best way. I have no hesitation in recommending Graeme and the Team Having enjoyed 1st Class Service and a can do nothing is a problem experience during all my tax filings having switched on a personal recommendation I have ONLY GOOD things to say
E. P. L. A. Y. Z.
Jul 05, 2017
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Having used a previous accountant I am so grateful to have found GMH. They offer a fully professional, yet approachable, service that meets all of my business needs. The attention to detail cannot be faulted and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
Andy Barclay
May 03, 2017
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GMH Chartered Accountants have been our Accountant for many years assisting and contributing to the continued success of our business. A personal approachable service delivered by Graeme, can't recommend highly enough.
