Business Details
24 Years
experience
Chartered Accountants in Draycott Supporting UK SMEs
Alpha Business Services is a firm of Chartered Management Accountants based in Draycott, West Midlands, with over twenty years of experience supporting businesses of all sizes. Our team has worked in senior financial roles across diverse industries, including media, technology, manufacturing, and cloud-based services. We provide tailored financial support, from bookkeeping and payroll to strategic business development, allowing clients to focus on growth. Our expertise extends to tax planning, company formation, and advisory services for startups and established SMEs. We combine technical proficiency with practical business insight to deliver solutions that enhance profitability and operational efficiency. Our approach emphasizes transparency, fixed-fee pricing, and proactive communication to ensure clients avoid penalties and meet deadlines.With a client-centric philosophy, we offer remote support across the UK while maintaining strong local ties in Dudley, Shropshire, and Worcestershire. Our team's industry experience, including roles at major corporations like Shell and HSBC, ensures we address complex financial challenges with precision. We prioritise long-term partnerships, helping businesses navigate growth, succession planning, and market expansion. By integrating financial management with strategic coaching through the Ran One network, we empower clients to achieve both personal and business objectives sustainably.
Services
Accountancy
Taxation
Business Advisory
SME Consulting
Startup Support
Payroll Services
Company Formation
Financial Planning
Tax Compliance
Strategic Consulting
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in accountancy and business advisory services.
- Our team provides tailored financial solutions aligned with individual client needs.
- We implement a business coaching system to enhance profitability and value.
- Our SME consulting focuses on strategic planning and operational efficiency.
- We guarantee fixed fees with transparent pricing for all accounting services.
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
What people say
Unparalleled support
Quality service
Significant difference
Highly recommend
Immense help
Services
Accountancy
We provide comprehensive accountancy services tailored to SMEs, including bookkeeping, payroll, and statutory accounts. Our team ensures compliance with regulatory requirements while offering strategic financial advice. By managing day-to-day financial operations, we enable businesses to focus on growth and profitability.
Taxation
Our taxation services cover self-assessment, corporation tax, VAT planning, and inheritance tax strategies. We prioritise tax efficiency while ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations. Clients benefit from proactive advice to minimise liabilities and avoid penalties through timely submissions.
Business Advisory
We offer business advisory services focused on strategic planning, financial health checks, and operational efficiency. Using the Ran One coaching system, we help owners align personal and business goals, improve team performance, and enhance company value for sustainable growth.
SME Consulting
Our SME consulting addresses business strategy, systemisation, and market expansion. We assist with financial due diligence, mergers and acquisitions, and cash flow management. The service empowers SMEs to overcome operational challenges and achieve long-term profitability through expert-led consultancy.
Startup Support
We specialise in supporting startups with business structure advice, registration, and financial forecasting. Our guidance includes obtaining bank accounts and creating viable business plans. This service reduces risks for new entrepreneurs while establishing a strong financial foundation for future success.
People
Alan Moore
Founder
Alan has over 20 years of experience in senior finance roles at companies like Shell and Alumasc. He founded Alpha Business Services in 2002, specialising in cloud accounting and SME support. A West Bromwich Albion season ticket holder, he chairs Gornal Colts football club.
Sharon Haywood
Bookkeeping Manager
Sharon transitioned from banking at HSBC to running her own business before joining Alpha in 2008. She oversees bookkeeping, payroll, and VAT returns, leveraging her entrepreneurial experience to streamline financial processes for clients.
Donna Coxsell
Accounting Specialist
Donna manages bookkeeping and payroll for multiple clients using cloud systems like Receipt Bank. Her background in SMEs ensures practical, efficient financial management solutions tailored to client needs.
Russell Pyatt
Accounts Manager
A qualified ICAEW member, Russell has over 20 years of practice experience, including at PwC. He prepares accounts and tax computations for companies, partnerships, and LLPs, combining technical expertise with client-focused service.
Linda Turnbull
Finance Assistant
Linda supports clients with bookkeeping and payroll, drawing on her experience in SMEs to deliver accurate, timely financial administration. Her role ensures seamless day-to-day accounting operations for businesses.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for SMEs?
We provide bookkeeping, payroll, VAT returns, statutory accounts, management reporting, and tax compliance services tailored to SME needs.
How do you support startup businesses?
We assist with business structure advice, company registration, financial forecasting, and bank account setup to establish a strong financial foundation.
Which areas do you serve?
We work with clients locally in Dudley, West Midlands, Shropshire, and Worcestershire, plus remote support across the UK.
What are your fee structures?
We offer fixed-fee pricing with transparent quotes upfront, ensuring no unexpected costs for our accounting and advisory services.
