Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting Solutions in Southampton
Established in 2005, Hayhursts is a dedicated outsourced accounting firm committed to delivering high-quality financial services with a personal touch. Our team of experienced professionals specialises in providing tailored accounting solutions, including payroll processing, VAT returns, statutory accounts preparation, and iXBRL tagging. We prioritise building close partnerships with clients, ensuring a deep understanding of their unique business needs and operational challenges. With expertise in both financial reporting and industry-specific requirements, particularly within the licensed trade sector, we offer practical, jargon-free advice to support informed decision-making.Our infrastructure enables seamless handling of critical financial tasks, from daily bookkeeping to year-end compliance, allowing clients to focus on business growth. We guarantee reliability through market-leading software, daily data backups, and secure document management. Our commitment to transparency, compliance, and client-centric service has earned us a 5/5 rating from satisfied clients across the UK.
Services
Outsourced Accounting
Payroll Processing
VAT Returns
Statutory Accounts
iXBRL Tagging
Company Secretarial
Pub Accounting
Bookkeeping
Financial Reporting
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of combined experience in outsourced accounting and compliance.
- Our team provides HMRC-compliant iXBRL tagging and real-time financial reporting.
- We guarantee secure data management with daily backups and encrypted document storage.
- Our sector-specific expertise reduces costs by streamlining payroll and tax submissions.
- We ensure timely filings for Companies House and HMRC with zero tolerance for delays.
Associations and certifications
- HMRC Authorised Agent
- BACS Accredited
What people say
High quality service
Efficient iXBRL tagging
Stress-free payroll
Proactive compliance
Sector expertise
Services
Outsourced Accounting
Hayhursts provides comprehensive outsourced accounting for businesses across sectors. Our services include bookkeeping, financial reporting, and compliance management. We handle daily transactions, month-end closures, and year-end statutory filings. Clients benefit from reduced overheads, access to specialist expertise, and real-time financial insights. Our Southampton-based team ensures seamless integration with your operations, offering scalable solutions tailored to business growth and regulatory requirements.
Payroll Processing
Our payroll service ensures accurate, timely salary disbursements and compliance with HMRC regulations. We manage employee records, tax deductions, pension auto-enrolment, and RTI submissions. Clients receive secure payslips, detailed reports, and proactive updates on legislative changes. By outsourcing payroll to Hayhursts, businesses eliminate errors, reduce administrative burdens, and maintain compliance while focusing on core operations.
Statutory Accounts
Hayhursts prepares statutory accounts compliant with Companies House and HMRC standards. We produce balance sheets, profit-and-loss statements, and iXBRL-tagged reports from client records or our bookkeeping data. Our service includes liaison with auditors, deadline management, and submission support. Businesses gain confidence in accurate, audit-ready financial statements delivered within statutory timelines, avoiding penalties for late filings.
VAT Returns
We handle VAT registration, return preparation, and submission for businesses of all sizes. Our service includes reclaiming overpaid VAT, advising on schemes like Making Tax Digital, and ensuring compliance with HMRC rules. Clients receive accurate calculations, timely filings, and strategic advice to optimise VAT liabilities. Hayhursts expertise minimises errors and penalties while simplifying complex tax obligations.
Company Secretarial
Hayhursts manages Companies House filings, including confirmation statements, director changes, and share register updates. We ensure compliance with statutory requirements, maintain accurate records, and submit forms within deadlines. This service reduces administrative risks for limited companies, allowing directors to focus on strategic decisions while we handle regulatory obligations.
People
Stuart Delmege
Director
Stuart qualified with Ernst & Young LLP, gaining six years of audit experience. He later served as director and company secretary at IBM and a global software plc. With expertise in financial reporting and statutory compliance, he leads Hayhursts strategic direction.
Donna Blyth
Director
Donna trained at Ernst & Young LLP, working 13 years as an audit senior manager. She oversees client engagements at Hayhursts, ensuring high standards in accounting and compliance. Her experience spans diverse industries, supporting tailored financial solutions.
Questions
What accounting services does Hayhursts offer?
We provide outsourced accounting, payroll, VAT returns, statutory accounts, iXBRL tagging, and company secretarial services for UK businesses across sectors.
Are Hayhursts HMRC-authorised?
Yes, we are HMRC-authorised agents, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and accurate submissions for VAT, PAYE, and corporation tax returns.
How does Hayhursts handle data security?
We use market-leading software with daily backups and secure document storage to protect client financial data.
Can Hayhursts assist with Making Tax Digital (MTD)?
Yes, our services include MTD-compliant VAT return preparation and submission, ensuring adherence to HMRC’s digital tax requirements.
Do you serve businesses outside Southampton?
Yes, while based in Southampton, we provide accounting services to clients nationwide, supporting remote operations with digital tools.
Reviews (3)
James Macfarlane
Jan 31, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Thank you Hayhursts for another Year. More difficult than any we've ever experienced! James Macfarlane CEO - Easypress
Thank you Hayhursts for another Year. More difficult than any we've ever experienced! James Macfarlane CEO - Easypress
Mark Wright
Sep 15, 2020
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I have dealt with Hayhursts for many years and I would like to give a huge thank you to Donna and the team for the excellent service I have always received. Everything is handled in a very professional way and response times are always very fast. I would highly recommend this company and look forward to continuing to work with them in the future.
Jessica David
Nov 11, 2019
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I've trusted my personal accounts to Hayhursts for years now and I would never go elsewhere. Donna and the team are knowledgeable, efficient, quick to respond and so friendly. I'm utterly useless when it comes to anything tax or finance related but she explains to me what I need to know in a way I understand and handles everything so I don't have to worry. I can't recommend this firm enough.
