Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Accountants in Yateley
Established in 2000 by Ellen Lefevre, Lefevres Chartered Accountants & Chartered Tax Advisers has built a loyal client base across Berkshire and Hampshire. Our team combines deep technical expertise with a commitment to personalized service, addressing both individual and business financial needs. Ellen's qualifications as a Chartered Accountant, Chartered Tax Adviser, and Trust & Estate Practitioner ensure comprehensive expertise in tax optimisation, compliance, and estate planning. We prioritise transparent communication, competitive pricing, and tailored solutions to maximise client financial efficiency. With over two decades of local market knowledge, we serve diverse industries while maintaining rigorous professional standards.Our focus on continuous professional development ensures clients benefit from up-to-date regulatory insights. We offer free initial consultations to demonstrate how our services can meet specific accounting requirements. Client satisfaction is evidenced by our long-standing relationships and referrals. As a practice, we balance technical excellence with approachable service delivery, ensuring complex financial matters are explained clearly. Our reputation for reliability and ethical practice has been consistently reinforced since our founding.
Services
Tax Returns
VAT
Trusts
Business Accounting
IR35 Advice
Payroll
Company Formations
Tax Planning
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- Established in 2000 with deep local market knowledge
- Chartered professionals with specialist tax qualifications
- Personalised service for individual and business clients
- Competitive pricing with transparent fee structures
- Free initial consultation for all new clients
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants
- Chartered Tax Advisers
- Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners
Services
Tax Returns
We prepare and submit accurate tax returns for individuals and businesses, ensuring HMRC compliance. Our service includes income tax calculations, capital gains assessments, and self-assessment submissions. Clients receive proactive deadlines reminders and tax efficiency advice to optimise their financial position.
VAT
Our VAT specialists handle registration, return preparation, and compliance for businesses of all sizes. We provide cash accounting scheme advice, partial exemption calculations, and VAT planning to improve cash flow while maintaining regulatory adherence for UK businesses.
Trusts
We offer comprehensive trust accounting and tax services, including Form R185 preparation. Our STEP-qualified advisors provide bespoke trust creation guidance, tax-efficient inheritance planning, and ongoing administration support for complex estates.
Business Accounting
We prepare statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and LLPs. Our services include financial statement preparation, corporation tax computations, and Companies House filings. We also provide business advisory services to improve financial performance and regulatory compliance.
IR35 Advice
We conduct detailed IR35 contract reviews and provide binding status determinations. Our services include payroll adjustments for inside IR35 engagements, tax efficiency strategies for compliant contractors, and HMRC dispute representation for historical liability concerns.
People
Ellen Lefevre
Founder & Chartered Accountant
Qualified as Chartered Accountant in 1992, Chartered Tax Adviser in 1994, and STEP member in 2013. Specialises in tax optimisation and trust planning while leading client advisory services since establishing the practice in 2000.
Questions
What accountancy services do you offer for businesses?
We provide annual accounts preparation, company formations, payroll services, business tax calculations, and VAT returns for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
Do you specialise in personal tax services?
Yes, we handle self-assessment tax returns, capital gains tax calculations, income tax planning, and trust tax returns for individuals.
What is your IR35 expertise?
We offer contract reviews and compliance advice for contractors affected by IR35 legislation, ensuring proper tax treatment while maintaining legitimate tax efficiency.
Are you qualified to handle trust and estate matters?
Our team includes Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) members, providing expert trust tax returns, accounts preparation, and estate planning advice.
What areas do you cover?
We serve clients across Berkshire and Hampshire including Aldershot, Bracknell, Camberley, Farnborough, Guildford, and Wokingham.
Can I get a free consultation?
Yes, we offer free initial consultations to discuss your accountancy needs either at our office or your preferred location.
Reviews (1)
Natasha Kearslake
Aug 26, 2020
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Ellen and the Lefevre team have managed our accounts, tax and payroll since 2013. I highly recommend Lefevres Accountants, as they have been an absolute godsend for me. Reminders, sage advice, always to high quality, and in plenty of time. Excellent support for any small business.
