Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Accountancy Solutions in Wiltshire
Established in 1990, Roy Smart is a chartered accountancy practice built on decades of industry experience. Our founder, Roy Smart, qualified in 1979 and has worked across aviation, manufacturing, and construction sectors, identifying a gap in the market for client-focused accountancy services delivered by qualified professionals. We specialise in combining technical expertise with practical business insight, offering tailored solutions that address real-world challenges. Our team includes qualified accountants, tax specialists, and investment professionals authorised by the FSA, ensuring comprehensive support for businesses and individuals. With a service area spanning from London to Bristol and Carlisle to Newquay, we prioritise direct client engagement over reliance on junior staff, delivering continuity and expertise.Our services encompass audit, corporate finance, VAT compliance, payroll, and business start-up support, alongside personal tax planning and estate management. We focus on simplifying complex financial processes, providing strategic guidance to help clients achieve long-term success. Our approach integrates statutory compliance with proactive advisory services, ensuring clients receive both accurate reporting and actionable insights. We maintain a commitment to transparency, ethical standards, and continuous professional development, reflecting our dedication to client satisfaction. With over 30 years of experience, we remain dedicated to evolving with industry changes while maintaining the personal service that defines our practice.
Services
Business Accounting
Audit Services
VAT Compliance
Payroll Management
Corporate Finance
Tax Planning
Company Secretarial
Estate Planning
Retirement Strategies
Self Assessment
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of combined experience in accountancy and tax advisory.
- Our team consists of qualified experts with industry-specific knowledge.
- We provide tailored financial solutions with direct access to senior accountants.
- Our practice is authorised by the Financial Services Authority (FSA).
- We cover a wide geographic area from London to Newquay.
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Certified Accountants
- FSA
What people say
Expertise
Personalised service
Comprehensive solutions
Reliable
Proactive advice
Services
Business Accounting
We provide tailored business accountancy services, including financial reporting, management accounts, and compliance support. Our team works closely with clients to understand their operational needs, ensuring accurate and strategic financial management. With a focus on simplifying complex processes, we help businesses maintain compliance while optimising financial performance.
Audit Services
Our audit services ensure compliance with statutory requirements while offering practical insights into business operations. We conduct thorough assessments of financial systems and controls, providing constructive feedback to improve efficiency. By combining regulatory expertise with industry knowledge, we deliver audits that add value beyond mere compliance.
VAT Compliance
We manage all aspects of VAT compliance, from registration to return preparation and HMRC representation. Our approach minimises tax liabilities while ensuring adherence to evolving regulations. Clients benefit from proactive advice on VAT planning and systems to prevent future compliance issues.
Corporate Finance
Our corporate finance services support strategic growth through funding acquisition, mergers, and acquisitions. We prepare detailed business plans and forecasts, leveraging our network to connect clients with appropriate financial resources. This service ensures businesses have the capital needed to achieve their objectives.
Payroll Management
We handle end-to-end payroll processing, including PAYE, National Insurance, and statutory returns. Our service reduces administrative burdens, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements. Clients receive accurate, timely payroll solutions that free up resources for core business activities.
People
Roy Smart
Principal
Qualified in 1979 and admitted to the fellowship in 1984, Roy has over 40 years of experience in accountancy across aviation, manufacturing, and construction sectors. He founded the practice in 1990 to address gaps in client-focused accountancy services.
Questions
What services does Roy Smart FCCA offer?
We provide accountancy, audit, VAT, payroll, corporate finance, tax planning, and company secretarial services for businesses and individuals.
Are your accountants qualified?
Yes, our team includes qualified accountants, tax specialists, and FSA-authorised professionals with extensive industry experience.
Which areas do you serve?
We cover clients from London to Bristol and Carlisle to Newquay, with services available nationwide.
How can you help with business start-ups?
We assist with business structure selection, company formation, financial projections, tax planning, and securing finance for new ventures.
Do you offer personal tax planning?
Yes, we provide self-assessment, retirement strategies, estate planning, and other personal tax services tailored to individual needs.
How do you handle VAT compliance?
We manage VAT registration, returns, planning, and HMRC representation, ensuring compliance while minimising liabilities.
