CJ Bookkeeping

Business Details

19 Years

experience

Your Trusted Partner for Accounting Solutions in Daventry

Established in 2007 by Clare Haynes, CJ Bookkeeping has evolved from a sole trader operation to a Ltd company with six employees, offering comprehensive financial management solutions. Our team combines firsthand experience of business growth challenges with AAT-qualified expertise, positioning us as a trusted partner for clients across diverse industries. As a Xero Gold Partner, we leverage cutting-edge accounting software to deliver real-time financial insights, ensuring clients maintain compliance while focusing on strategic growth. Our services span bookkeeping, payroll, and accountancy, with a unique white-label payroll solution for accountancy firms. We prioritise transparent communication, building long-term partnerships that align with clients' financial objectives.

Our approach integrates digital innovation with personalised support, enabling businesses to achieve operational efficiency and data-driven decision-making. With a proven track record in managing Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) compliance and HMRC reporting, we serve clients nationwide through secure, cloud-based systems. Our commitment to professional indemnity insurance and ICB licensing underscores our dedication to industry standards. By acting as an 'engine room' for client operations, we provide scalable solutions tailored to evolving business needs. This client-centric philosophy has earned us recognition as a reliable extension of our clients' teams, combining technical excellence with proactive financial stewardship.

Services

Bookkeeping Payroll Construction Industry Scheme Accountancy Payroll for Accountants

Details

Year established: 2007

Highlights and features

We offer 17 years' experience in bookkeeping and payroll services since 2007
Our team includes AAT-qualified professionals and Xero software specialists
We provide scalable solutions from part-time support to full accounts department outsourcing
Our white-label payroll service enables accountancy firms to expand service offerings
We maintain ICB licensing and professional indemnity insurance for compliance assurance

Associations and certifications

Xero Gold Partner
Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)

What people say

'Payroll system just works' 'Live financial visibility' 'Expert CIS management' 'Responsive support' 'Trusted business partner'

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Services

Bookkeeping

We process daily transactions, maintain VAT records, and ensure HMRC compliance through Xero software. Our service provides real-time financial visibility, cash flow monitoring, and accurate reporting. Clients receive timely submissions and proactive issue identification to support informed business decisions.

Payroll

Our comprehensive payroll service handles tax calculations, pension auto-enrolment, and HMRC reporting. We manage holiday pay, sickness benefits, and compliance with real-time information requirements. Clients receive secure portal access for payslips and NI records with complete confidentiality.

Construction Industry Scheme

We manage full CIS operations including subcontractor verification, tax deductions, and monthly HMRC submissions. Our expertise covers qualifying material calculations and compliance deadlines. This service removes administrative burdens, allowing contractors to focus on project delivery while maintaining full regulatory compliance.

Accountancy

Our accountancy services include year-end accounts, corporation tax calculations, and financial reporting. We provide tax planning strategies and HMRC liaison while maintaining year-round compliance. Clients benefit from tailored financial insights and strategic growth recommendations based on continuous performance monitoring.

Payroll for Accountants

We offer accountancy firms a complete payroll solution under their own branding. Our service includes pension setup, auto-enrolment management, and client communication. Firms gain new revenue streams without infrastructure investment while maintaining client relationships and service quality.

People

Clare Haynes

Director

Founder of CJ Bookkeeping with 17 years' experience, Clare built the business from sole trader to Ltd company. She specialises in transforming accounting processes and helping business owners focus on growth through expert financial management.

Jaqui Ibbotson

Client Account Manager

With 25+ years in accounting roles, Jaqui excels at streamlining financial processes. She joined CJ Bookkeeping in 2018, bringing organisational expertise to help clients implement efficient accounting systems tailored to their specific business needs.

Sandra Crawford

Payroll Manager

Sandra brings 40 years' payroll and HR experience, managing complex compliance requirements for our growing client base. Her expertise ensures accurate tax calculations and timely submissions while maintaining strict regulatory adherence across all payroll operations.

Jo Sutch

Client Account Manager

With 20 years' experience, Jo specialises in financial analysis and client communication. She joined CJ Bookkeeping in 2019, focusing on delivering clear financial insights and actionable business intelligence to support client decision-making.

Questions

What is the difference between bookkeeping and accountancy?

Bookkeeping involves recording financial transactions and maintaining records, while accountancy interprets this data for tax planning and financial reporting. We handle daily transactions, VAT returns, and compliance, providing the foundation for accountants' strategic work.

How does your payroll service benefit accountancy firms?

Our white-label payroll service allows accountancy firms to offer payroll as their own service. We handle all compliance, pension auto-enrolment, and HMRC reporting while maintaining your branding, creating new revenue streams without additional resource requirements.

Can you help with Construction Industry Scheme compliance?

We manage the complete CIS process including subcontractor verification, tax calculations, monthly returns, and HMRC submissions. Our experience ensures accurate deductions, timely filings, and comprehensive reporting to prevent penalties.

What accounting software do you use?

We exclusively use Xero cloud accounting software, the market-leading platform. We assist with system migration, setup, and training while integrating additional tools to create tailored accounting solutions for each client's specific needs.

How are your services priced?

We operate a transparent fixed-fee pricing model based on selected service modules. This scalable structure evolves with your business needs, avoiding time-based billing fluctuations and providing complete cost predictability through monthly invoicing.

Reviews (5)

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Darren Pond

Jul 05, 2021 Report

Ive used Clare and her team for a number of years now for my business and I cannot speak highly enough of their services. In my experience Clare and Jo have been extremely quick to respond to any queries I have had, offering a professional service, yet taking a personal interest at the same time, enabling them to guide me through issues with my best interest in mind. If I couldve given them more than 5 stars I would have.

Michelle Eyre

Jun 14, 2021 Report

CJ Bookkeeping has been excellent for our small charity. Clare and the team are always helpful and during Covid really went the extra mile to produce guides that helped people through. Also for those who are new to payroll (like me) Clare and the team are unstintingly helpful and I couldn't imagine running the organisation without them.

Breakthrough Communications

Feb 24, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Great service from the team - thanks!

Marc Kavanagh

Feb 20, 2021 Report

As a business that has had to adapt to 2020 and all its changes it has been so reassuring to have CJ Bookkeeping looking after my payroll. The year has brought many challenges that could have been a real problem when looking after my staff, but I have not had to worry at all. Every change from the Government has been dealt with by you and your team in a truly clear and professional manner that has allowed me to keep focused on doing my job. I receive regular updates on how the changes may impact my decisions and when needed you have taken the time to explain things on the phone to me.
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Matthew Williams

Jan 18, 2021 Report

As the fastest growing accountancy business in Oxfordshire, it is key for us at Cypher to work with best of breed suppliers. That's why we use Clare and her team at CJ Bookkeeping to run our payroll department through their innovative white-labelled payroll service.
Clare works directly within our client management system, onboarding new payroll clients and dealing with all queries as the face of Cypher's payroll service. She has built a scalable, stable, profitable add-on service for our business and almost instantly became a key part of our team. She is a joy to work with, our client's love