Business Details
42 Years
experience
Professional Accountancy Services in Southampton
Roger Smallman has been delivering expert accountancy services since 1984, serving businesses and individuals across Southampton and surrounding areas. Our team combines deep technical knowledge with a practical approach to simplify complex financial matters, offering tailored advice on taxation, payroll, VAT, and business compliance. With over four decades of experience, we maintain a client-centric focus through clear communication, certified software solutions like Xero, and a commitment to staying current with evolving tax regulations.Our no-fuss methodology helps clients reduce administrative burdens while achieving strategic financial goals. Established locally but operating nationwide, we provide personalized support for sole traders, startups, and established enterprises. Our services encompass management accounts, CIS compliance, annual returns, and tax planning strategies designed to legally minimize liabilities. Regular client consultations ensure ongoing alignment with changing business needs.
Services
Tax
VAT
Bookkeeping
Payroll
Accounting
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 40 years of local accounting expertise since 1984
- Certified Xero advisors for digital compliance
- Free initial consultation with qualified accountants
- Specialised services for Hampshire businesses
- Comprehensive tax planning and compliance solutions
Associations and certifications
- Xero
Services
Tax Advisory
Our tax advisory service provides comprehensive compliance and planning strategies for businesses and individuals. Specialising in income tax, capital gains tax, and corporation tax, we help clients legally minimize liabilities while maintaining HMRC compliance. With regular updates on legislative changes, we ensure accurate tax return submissions and strategic year-round planning for optimal financial outcomes.
VAT Compliance
We offer complete VAT management from registration to return submissions. Our experts handle rate changes, reverse charge procedures, and quarterly reporting requirements. Specialising in Making Tax Digital compliance, we ensure accurate VAT accounting while providing strategic advice on schemes and exemptions to optimize cash flow for businesses with turnover above 90,000.
Payroll Administration
Our HMRC-certified payroll service manages PAYE returns, digital payslips, and employee documentation. We handle starter/leaver processes, pension contributions, and end-of-year reporting including P60s. By maintaining compliance with Real Time Information requirements, we reduce administrative burdens while ensuring timely, accurate payroll processing for businesses of all sizes.
Bookkeeping
We provide both advisory and full-service bookkeeping solutions tailored to business needs. Utilising cloud accounting software, we ensure accurate financial record-keeping, bank reconciliation, and month-end reporting. Our approach maintains up-to-date records while freeing clients to focus on core business activities through either full-service management or self-management guidance.
Making Tax Digital
As certified Xero advisors, we implement HMRC-mandated digital tax systems for VAT and future income tax requirements. Our MTD service covers software selection, digital record implementation, and ongoing compliance management. We simplify the transition to mandatory digital submissions while ensuring data security and accurate quarterly reporting for businesses affected by HMRC's digital tax initiative.
People
Roger Smallman
Director
Founder of Roger Smallman in 1984, Roger brings over four decades of accountancy expertise. Specialising in business taxation and compliance, he focuses on delivering practical financial solutions. His leadership maintains the firm's reputation for technical excellence and client-centred service across Hampshire.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide tax compliance, payroll administration, VAT consultancy, bookkeeping, CIS returns, and Making Tax Digital implementation for businesses and individuals across the UK.
Do you specialise in local business accounting?
Based in Southampton since 1984, we serve Hampshire businesses in Romsey, Eastleigh, and Winchester while providing nationwide accountancy services through digital platforms.
How do you handle HMRC compliance?
We maintain full HMRC compliance through certified software, regular staff training, and up-to-date knowledge of tax legislation changes affecting businesses and individuals.
Can you assist with business start-ups?
Yes, we offer complete start-up accounting services including company registration, tax registration, and financial planning to establish strong accounting systems from inception.
What technology do you use?
We utilise Xero accounting software with Making Tax Digital compliance and provide technology guidance to streamline financial processes for modern businesses.
Reviews (4)
Paul Paveley
Jun 02, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Over many years Roger and his team have always been a reliable source of professional advice in an accessible and friendly manner at a reasonable cost.
Over many years Roger and his team have always been a reliable source of professional advice in an accessible and friendly manner at a reasonable cost.
Denise Taylor
Jun 23, 2015
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Roger has been my accountant for over 20 years and has always provided accurate,prompt accounts as well as excellent advice for my company. Helpful and approachable, I highly recommend Roger Smallman and his team.
London Skates
May 24, 2015
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We have used Roger and his team for more than 10 years. He has always provided superb, prompt and accurate returns at very reasonable prices.
Simon Garcia
Dec 20, 2014
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Roger Smallman & Co. Limited is good Accountancy Company in Southampton. We found their service much better and satisfactory. They are one of the expert Accountants in Southampton
