Business Details
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Poole, Dorset
Morris Lane has been providing tailored accountancy solutions to businesses and individuals in Poole, Dorset for over 35 years. Our team of chartered accountants and business advisers prioritise proactive, personal service, working closely with clients to ensure compliance while driving business growth and personal wealth. With expertise spanning tax consultancy, auditing, and sector-specific advisory services for care homes and holiday parks, we combine technical excellence with practical business insight.Our commitment to client success is reflected in our long-standing relationships and comprehensive support, from statutory compliance to strategic financial planning. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest professional standards while delivering accessible, client-focused service that adapts to evolving business needs.
Services
Accounting Services
Auditing
Auto-enrolment
Business Support
Caravan Parks
Care Homes
Company Secretarial
Corporate Finance
Tax Services
Wealth Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in accountancy and business advisory services.
- Our team provides tailored solutions for SMEs and niche sectors like care homes.
- Proactive compliance management minimises tax liabilities and regulatory risks.
- Specialist expertise in VAT, capital allowances, and business structure optimisation.
- Personalised service combining technical excellence with practical business insight.
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
Services
Accounting Services
Our accounting services ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance. We handle annual accounts, VAT/PAYE returns, bookkeeping, and HMRC investigations. Clients benefit from timely, accurate records that support informed business decisions while maintaining statutory compliance through our proactive approach.
Care Home Accounting
Tailored accounting for care homes includes capital allowances claims, business structure optimisation, and payroll support. Our sector expertise helps operators maximise tax reliefs, secure sector-specific financing, and focus on care delivery while we manage financial compliance and strategic advisory needs.
Corporate Finance
We support business growth through merger and acquisition advice, investor relations, and exit planning. Our services include business valuations, funding applications, and strategic financial planning to help clients achieve long-term objectives while navigating complex regulatory environments.
Tax Services
Our tax consultants provide strategic planning for income tax, capital gains, and inheritance tax. We help businesses and individuals legally minimise liabilities through structure optimisation, allowance claims, and compliance strategies tailored to specific circumstances.
Auto-enrolment Pensions
We guide employers through auto-enrolment compliance, including scheme setup, employee communications, and ongoing administration. Our support ensures adherence to staging dates, accurate contributions processing, and timely submission of compliance declarations to avoid penalties.
Questions
What accounting services does Morris Lane offer?
We provide annual accounts preparation, bookkeeping, PAYE/VAT compliance, HMRC investigation support, and management accounting tailored to business needs.
Do you specialise in any industry sectors?
Yes, we have dedicated expertise in care homes, holiday parks, and hotels, offering tax-efficient solutions for these niche sectors.
Can you help with business succession planning?
Our corporate finance team assists with exit strategies, mergers, acquisitions, and business structure optimisation for long-term sustainability.
Are you regulated accountants?
We are registered auditors regulated by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) for investment business activities.
How do you support start-up businesses?
We offer start-up advice, financial forecasting, funding applications, and compliance support to help new businesses establish strong foundations.
Reviews (3)
Anna Ratajczak
Oct 02, 2020
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Excellent service. Meets small business needs, very professional staff. They know what they are doing, one person contact. all nice and simple, nothing too much trouble for them.highly recommend for payroll service.
Kevin Gunputh
May 10, 2019
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I've been working with Morris Lane for a number of years now and have always found them to be professional, fair and knowledgeable. Special mention to Malcolm Baker.
Stephanie Cade
Dec 10, 2017
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As a small business my experience with Morris Lane was disappointing. My advice to anyone using their services is to confirm everything you agree in writing. They overcharged for an already expensive service and I had to pay someone else to re-do some of the work.
