Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Accountancy Partner in Stoke-on-Trent
Established in 2005, Cooper Accountancy Services has grown into a trusted accountancy practice serving businesses and individuals across Stoke-on-Trent and beyond. Founded by Mandy Cooper, our firm combines professional expertise with a personal touch, recently strengthened by the addition of partner Matt James, who brings 18 years of experience in company accounts, VAT, and tax returns. As Accredited Xero Partners, we specialise in cloud-based accounting solutions that streamline financial processes while maintaining full compliance with GDPR and Making Tax Digital regulations.Our tailored approach caters to sole traders, start-ups, and established corporations, focusing on building long-term relationships and delivering practical, compliant financial guidance. With over 300 clients, we prioritise continuous staff training to stay ahead of regulatory changes and technological advancements, ensuring our clients receive up-to-date, reliable service. Our commitment to clarity and approachability makes accountancy accessible, helping clients focus on business growth while we handle financial complexities.
Services
Tax Filing
Payroll Services
VAT Services
Bookkeeping
Xero Cloud Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 18 years of specialist accountancy experience in corporate tax and compliance
- Our services are tailored to businesses from sole traders to large corporations
- We are Accredited Xero Partners with certified cloud accounting expertise
- We maintain full compliance with GDPR and Making Tax Digital regulations
- Our team combines professional expertise with a personal, approachable service
Associations and certifications
- Xero
- Association of Taxation Technicians
- Association of Accounting Technicians
Services
Taxation Services
We provide comprehensive taxation solutions for individuals and businesses, covering personal tax returns, corporate tax filings, and capital gains reporting. Our MTD-compliant digital solutions ensure accurate submissions while optimising your financial position. With specialist expertise in tax planning and advisory services, we help clients minimise liabilities and maintain full compliance with HMRC regulations.
Payroll Services
Our full payroll management service handles PAYE, National Insurance, and RTI submissions for businesses of all sizes. We ensure timely employee payments, auto-enrolment pension compliance, and accurate record-keeping. By maintaining up-to-date knowledge of employment tax regulations, we reduce administrative burdens and ensure complete HMRC compliance for our clients.
VAT Services
From VAT registration to quarterly returns, we manage all aspects of VAT compliance for businesses. Our services include VAT planning, advisory support, and HMRC inspection assistance. We implement efficient systems to ensure accurate submissions while identifying legitimate opportunities to optimise cash flow through strategic VAT planning.
Bookkeeping Services
We provide complete bookkeeping solutions including daily transaction recording, bank reconciliations, and ledger management. Our cloud-based systems maintain accurate financial records that support informed business decisions. By preparing accounts for year-end processing, we ensure smooth audits and timely submission of statutory returns.
Xero Cloud Solutions
As Accredited Xero Partners, we implement cloud accounting systems that streamline financial processes. Our Xero-certified team provides software setup, data migration, and ongoing support. These digital solutions improve financial visibility, enable real-time reporting, and ensure compliance with Making Tax Digital requirements while reducing administrative overhead.
People
Mandy Cooper
Founder
With over 18 years of experience, Mandy established Cooper Accountancy Services in 2005. She specialises in providing tailored accountancy solutions for small businesses and individuals, maintaining a strong focus on personal service and client relationships.
Matt James
Partner
Joining as partner in 2023, Matt brings 18 years of accountancy expertise. He specialises in corporate tax compliance, VAT advisory services, and financial reporting. His technical knowledge complements the firm's commitment to delivering practical, compliance-focused accountancy solutions.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide tax returns, payroll processing, VAT compliance, bookkeeping, and cloud accounting solutions through Xero software.
Are you qualified accountants?
Yes, we're registered with the Association of Taxation Technicians and Association of Accounting Technicians, with Xero certification.
Do you work with small businesses?
Yes, we support sole traders, start-ups, and growing businesses with tailored accountancy solutions.
How do you handle tax compliance?
We ensure full compliance with HMRC regulations using digital solutions for Making Tax Digital requirements.
Can you help with payroll?
Yes, we manage full payroll processing including PAYE, National Insurance, and pension auto-enrolment.
