Business Details
42 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Swanage
Established in 1984, we are a dedicated accountancy and business support firm committed to delivering tailored financial solutions. Our expertise spans bookkeeping, payroll processing, VAT consultancy, tax planning, and business development services for individuals, sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. With decades of experience, we prioritise client needs through flexible service models, including full outsourced bookkeeping or advisory support for self-managed accounts.Our team specialises in navigating complex tax regulations, providing HMRC compliance assistance, and leveraging digital tools like Xero to streamline financial management. We serve businesses across Swanage and surrounding areas, combining local knowledge with technical proficiency to ensure financial clarity and growth-oriented advice.
Services
Accountancy Services
Payroll Processing
VAT Consultancy
Tax Advice
Business Development
Bookkeeping
Pension Management
Company Formation
Self Assessment Returns
Trust & Estate Tax
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in accountancy and business support
- Our team provides HMRC compliance and tax planning expertise
- We offer flexible bookkeeping solutions tailored to client needs
- We specialise in payroll bureau services with pension scheme support
- We utilise cloud-based accounting software for real-time financial management
Services
Payroll Processing
We manage all aspects of payroll including payslip generation, tax calculations, and HMRC submissions. Our services cover holiday pay, sick pay, and pension contributions for businesses of all sizes. We support NEST and other pension providers while ensuring compliance with real-time information requirements.
VAT Consultancy
Our VAT services include registration, scheme selection, and complex HMRC consultations. We offer full compliance support for quarterly returns and specialise in resolving VAT-related queries through tailored advisory solutions for businesses and individuals.
Accountancy Services
We provide bookkeeping, management accounts, and cash flow planning for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. Our services include annual returns, tax computations, and compliance filings at Companies House and HMRC with digital accounting integration.
Tax Advice
Our expertise covers personal and corporate tax planning, capital gains calculations, and inheritance tax advice. We assist with self-assessment returns, trust and estate taxation, and compliance strategies to optimise tax efficiency for individuals and businesses.
Business Development
We offer strategic business development advice including company formation, director/shareholder management, and winding-up procedures. Our support extends to employment contract drafting and compliance guidance for expanding businesses.
People
Gary Suttle
Director
With over 30 years of accountancy experience, Gary leads our team in delivering expert financial solutions. He specialises in tax strategy and business compliance while maintaining professional memberships with AIA and CPA institutes.
Helen Christopher
Accountant
Helen manages payroll and pension services with expertise in CIS schemes and employment tax matters. She holds AAT qualifications and provides client-focused support for construction industry contractors and small businesses.
Sarah Winship
Accountant
Sarah specialises in bookkeeping and VAT compliance, supporting clients with digital accounting systems. Her MAAT accreditation ensures technical accuracy in financial reporting and HMRC-related advisory services.
Questions
What accounting software do you support?
We work with all major accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage. We recommend Xero for cloud-based real-time financial management with multi-device access.
Do you handle construction industry payroll?
Yes, we specialise in CIS payroll services including subcontractor registration, tax deductions, and monthly return submissions for building industry contractors.
Can you assist with company formation?
We provide complete company formation services including Companies House registration, director appointments, and initial compliance documentation preparation.
What tax services do you offer for individuals?
We handle self-assessment returns, capital gains tax calculations, and inheritance tax planning for individuals with property investments or complex income sources.
Are you available for urgent tax issues?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritise urgent HMRC-related matters and provide prompt telephone consultations during business hours.
