Business Details
32 Years
experience
Expert Accountants in Poole Delivering Comprehensive Financial Services
Established in 1994, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering exceptional accounting and business advisory services to small and medium-sized enterprises. Our approach combines technical expertise with a personalized touch, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that address their unique financial challenges. With a team of seasoned professionals, we specialise in annual accounts preparation, payroll management, company formations, and strategic tax planning.Our commitment to integrity and innovation is reflected in our Xero accreditation, which enables us to offer cloud-based accounting solutions that enhance efficiency. We prioritise transparency through fixed-fee structures and provide complimentary initial consultations to understand client needs thoroughly. By maintaining a hands-on approach, we empower businesses to streamline operations while remaining compliant with evolving regulatory requirements.
Services
Annual Accounts Preparation
Book Keeping Services
Company Formations
Management Accounts
Payroll Processing
Pension Enrolment
Tax Planning
Business Advisory
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer tailored financial solutions developed through 30 years of SME accounting experience
- Our Xero accreditation enables cloud-based accounting systems for real-time financial management
- Fixed-fee pricing structures provide complete cost transparency from initial consultation
- Hands-on team implements customised administrative systems during on-site business visits
- Specialist knowledge in medical practice accounting supports sector-specific requirements
Associations and certifications
- Xero
What people say
Attention to detail
Reliable service
Expert advice
Professional service
Highly recommended
Services
Annual Accounts Preparation
We prepare statutory annual accounts in compliance with accounting standards, ensuring accurate financial reporting for regulatory submissions. Our service identifies tax planning opportunities while producing bank-ready financial statements. With 30 years' experience, we deliver professionally prepared accounts that support business decision-making and growth strategies.
Payroll Processing
Our comprehensive payroll service manages PAYE, NI, and statutory payments while ensuring compliance with employment legislation. We provide customised payslips, P32 submissions, and detailed staff cost analyses. Automatic enrolment pension administration ensures full legislative compliance for employer obligations.
Company Formations
We offer tailored company formation services including incorporation, tax registrations, and constitutional documentation. Our fixed-fee packages include certificate of incorporation, articles of association, and share documentation. We provide business plan forecasting to support new ventures seeking grants or financing.
Management Accounts
Monthly or quarterly management accounts provide detailed financial insights with variance analysis and forward planning. We deliver documented reports that help businesses monitor performance against forecasts while ensuring compliance with disclosure requirements through professional accounting practices.
Tax Planning
We specialise in minimising tax liabilities through strategic business and personal tax planning. Our services cover corporation tax, self-assessment returns, and tax-efficient remuneration strategies. Using advanced software, we ensure accurate tax computations while maximising legitimate tax savings opportunities.
People
Chandra Ashfield
Managing Director
Founded the practice in 1994 with expertise in treasury operations and strategic business advisory. Specialises in providing monthly management accounts to SMEs and medical practices.
Adrian Carr
Practice Manager
Responsible for in-house account management and client liaison with 20+ years' experience in producing timely financial reports and ad-hoc management accounts.
Wendy Dennis
Payroll Administrator
Manages payroll processing and automatic enrolment compliance since 2007 while operating her own domestic care business, providing practical payroll insights.
Jackie Elliott
Payroll Administrator
Specialises in payroll processing and automatic enrolment administration with 14 years' experience supporting clients with statutory compliance requirements.
Kyle Granger
Trainee Accountant
Developing expertise across all accounting disciplines since joining in 2017, providing fresh perspectives on modern accounting practices and technologies.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide annual accounts preparation, bookkeeping, management accounts, tax planning, payroll processing, and company formations tailored to SME requirements.
How does your company formation service work?
Our fixed-fee service includes incorporation, tax registrations, constitutional documents, and business plan support to establish your new company compliantly and efficiently.
Do you offer cloud accounting solutions?
Yes, as Xero accredited partners we implement cloud-based accounting systems that improve financial visibility and streamline business operations for real-time management.
What payroll services do you provide?
We manage full payroll administration including payslips, tax deductions, pension enrolment, and statutory reporting while ensuring compliance with employment legislation.
How are your fees structured?
We offer transparent fixed-fee pricing agreed upfront, with optional hourly rate arrangements, ensuring complete cost predictability for all accounting services.
Can you help with tax planning?
Our tax specialists identify legitimate savings opportunities through strategic business and personal tax planning while ensuring full compliance with HMRC requirements.
Reviews (2)
Morgan Marouani
Nov 22, 2020
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We are a local business and have been using The Accounting Bureau's services for many years now. Their support is second to none! Adrian is a pleasure to work with, always available and always responsive. It's refreshing to find a company that really cares for their customers the way The Accounting Bureau team does. Long may it continue, and thank you for all your hard work and efforts. Very much appreciated.
Mohammed Bashir
Aug 20, 2019
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They pretend to be up front with charges but hit you with BIG bills, not recommended. Chandra has 400 dissolved companies! That saus it all really, Dishonest!
