Business Details
13 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Cheltenham | Safehands Accounting
We are Safehands Accounting, a team of professional and approachable accountants who prioritise clear communication and client understanding. Our focus is on helping businesses effectively manage finances and maximise profits across all market conditions. With a commitment to transparency, we offer free initial meetings without obligation, ensuring clients feel informed before making decisions. Our services extend beyond basic accounting to include tailored VAT solutions, business start-up support, and ongoing financial reviews. Clients value our approachable nature, quick response times, and genuine care for their business success. Established in 2013, we combine decades of collective experience with a jargon-free approach to demystify financial processes.Our team, led by directors Andy Jamieson and Mark Manning, believes in building mutual understanding through unhurried consultations. We operate from our office in Cheltenham but offer flexible meeting options, including home or workplace visits. Our pricing structures accommodate client preferences, with options for full payment or monthly direct debit. Backed by long-term client relationships and industry recognition, we maintain rigorous professional standards while prioritising client-centric service delivery.
Services
Accounts Preparation
Value Added Tax (VAT)
Business Start Up Advice
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer free initial consultations with no time limits or obligations
- Our team provides jargon-free explanations of complex financial matters
- We implement tailored VAT solutions to protect business bottom lines
- Our directors have over 20 years combined experience in accountancy
- We prioritise long-term financial strategy over transactional relationships
What people say
Quick response times
Genuinely care about business success
Competitive VAT packages
Approachable and friendly
No hidden costs
Services
Accounts Preparation
We prepare, review, and explain accounts with personalised analysis of financial trends. Our service includes identifying business performance improvements and presenting findings in clear, jargon-free language. Clients receive written financial statements supported by detailed reviews to ensure complete understanding.
Value Added Tax (VAT)
Tailored VAT solutions designed to optimise tax efficiency while maintaining compliance. We help businesses navigate complex VAT liabilities, particularly for international operations, and implement strategies to protect profit margins through legitimate tax planning.
Business Start Up Advice
Comprehensive guidance for new ventures covering administrative setup, financial planning, and regulatory requirements. We provide confidence-building support to focus on revenue generation while we handle accounting complexities, including company formation and initial tax registrations.
People
Andy Jamieson
Director
Director with over 10 years' experience providing business accounts management and VAT strategy advice. Specialises in international tax compliance and long-term financial planning for SMEs.
Mark Manning
Director
Co-director offering expertise in pension advice and business start-up support. Combines technical accounting knowledge with approachable client communication to demystify financial processes.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for new businesses?
We provide complete start-up support including company formation, tax registrations, and financial planning. Our services help new ventures establish proper accounting systems and compliance frameworks.
How do you handle VAT for businesses with international clients?
We specialise in managing complex VAT liabilities for international operations, providing tailored compliance strategies and tax-efficient solutions to protect business profits.
What makes your accounting service different from others?
We combine technical expertise with jargon-free communication, offering free initial consultations and prioritising long-term financial strategy over transactional relationships.
Can you assist with ongoing financial management?
Yes, we provide continuous financial reviews and performance analysis, helping businesses adapt their strategies to changing market conditions and growth phases.
What payment options are available?
Clients can choose between full payment on service completion or monthly direct debit arrangements, with transparent pricing tailored to specific service requirements.
