Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Huntingdon & St Ives
Established in 1941, Kinnaird Hill has built an enviable reputation as a trusted firm of Chartered Certified Accountants serving businesses and individuals in Huntingdon, St Ives, and surrounding areas. Our expertise spans traditional accounting, audit, and tax services, complemented by strategic business advisory support tailored to diverse sectors including agriculture, construction, and professional firms. With two partners and a team of specialists, we combine over 80 years of collective experience to deliver high-value, cost-effective solutions that address both statutory compliance and growth objectives.Our approach prioritises understanding clients' unique needs, enabling us to provide timely, individualised advice that enhances business performance and personal wealth. We invest in digital accounting tools and maintain strong relationships with banks and regulatory bodies to streamline processes for our clients. This commitment to service excellence has sustained our role as a cornerstone accounting practice in the region for over eight decades.
Services
Accounts preparation
Audit services
Bookkeeping
Business tax
Company secretarial
Payroll services
Personal tax
VAT compliance
Systems advice
Business start-up support
Details
- Year established: 1941
Highlights and features
- We combine 80+ years of local expertise with modern digital accounting solutions.
- Our team includes specialists in construction, agriculture, and professional services sectors.
- We provide integrated compliance and strategic advisory services under one roof.
- Our partners maintain direct client relationships for consistent, personalised service.
- We hold professional accreditations from ACCA and ICAEW, demonstrating technical excellence.
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
Services
Accounts preparation
We prepare annual accounts tailored to your business needs, from initial consultation to HMRC filing. Our process includes understanding your business structure, verifying financial data, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This service helps businesses maintain accurate records and meet statutory reporting requirements while providing insights for better financial decision-making.
Audit services
We conduct statutory and non-statutory audits to provide assurance on financial statements. Our approach includes risk assessment, on-site testing, and recommendations for process improvements. This service helps businesses meet legal requirements while gaining valuable insights into their financial controls and operational efficiency through independent expert evaluation.
Business tax
Our business tax services cover corporation tax, payroll tax, and compliance with HMRC requirements. We help minimise tax exposure while ensuring adherence to complex tax legislation. This service supports businesses in maintaining compliance, optimising tax positions, and navigating regulatory changes in areas like IR35 and CIS tax rules.
Bookkeeping
We manage bookkeeping requirements either on-site or at our offices, including management information creation. Our service ensures accurate financial records that support business decision-making. This helps businesses maintain up-to-date records, improve financial visibility, and prepare for tax and compliance obligations.
VAT compliance
We ensure VAT regulation compliance and help prevent overpayments through accurate reporting. Our service covers VAT return preparation and compliance strategies. This helps businesses maintain HMRC compliance while optimising their VAT positions and avoiding costly errors.
People
David Rees
Partner
FCCA qualified partner with Kinnaird Hill since 1986, specialising in audit and accounts for owner-managed businesses, engineering firms, and agricultural clients. Holds extensive experience in statutory compliance and business advisory services.
Angela Lowe
Senior Manager
FCA qualified accountant with 25+ years' experience working with owner-managed businesses across manufacturing, construction, and technology sectors. Specialises in statutory compliance, auditing, and company accounts preparation.
Nita Hutchcraft
Partner
FCCA qualified partner with expertise in construction and manufacturing industries, specialising in digital accounting solutions. Provides strategic financial advice to businesses across multiple sectors while maintaining direct client relationships.
Jeanne Aylott
Senior Tax Manager
LLB (Hons) ATT CTA qualified tax specialist with extensive experience in all areas of tax, including personal tax planning and compliance. Brings expertise from working with a top 40 accounting firm to Kinnaird Hill's tax advisory services.
Jenny Munden
Office Manager
FMAAT AAT qualified office manager with 25 years' experience at Kinnaird Hill, specialising in bookkeeping, VAT compliance, and small business start-up support. Provides operational expertise to clients across various business sectors.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for local businesses?
We provide accounts preparation, audit services, bookkeeping, VAT compliance, and business tax services tailored to local businesses in Huntingdon and St Ives.
How can you help new businesses get started?
We assist with business structure selection, business plan creation, finance sourcing, company registration, and implementation of accounting systems for new businesses.
Do you offer specialist tax advice?
Yes, our specialist tax team provides year-round advice on corporation tax, personal tax, estate planning, and compliance with complex tax regulations.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in construction, agriculture, professional services, manufacturing, and academy schools with tailored accounting solutions for each sector.
How do you support business growth?
We provide strategic business advice, digital accounting solutions, and management information systems to help businesses improve efficiency and achieve growth objectives.
What are your office locations?
We have offices at Brunel House, 1 Archers Court, Huntingdon PE29 6XG and Norfolk House, 4 Station Road, St Ives PE27 5AF.
