Business Details
28 Years
experience
Chartered Certified Accountants in Plymouth
Established in 1998, Wills Accountants is a firm of Chartered Certified Accountants based in Plymouth, Devon. Our team combines specialist skills typically found in major accounting firms with the agility and personal approach essential for owner-managed businesses. We serve a diverse client base including construction companies, manufacturers, not-for-profit organisations, and private individuals, offering tailored solutions to support business growth. Our services span accounts preparation, tax compliance, business advice, and digital accounting solutions. We invest heavily in technology and staff training, ensuring we remain at the forefront of industry developments such as Making Tax Digital.With a focus on building long-term relationships, we prioritise understanding each client's unique needs to deliver value-driven support. Our team holds professional qualifications and accreditations, including membership of the Sage Accountants Club and Xero Silver Partner status. We are authorised to train ACCA students and registered as an Accredited Employer for accounting technicians. Our modern premises at Marsh Mills provide a hub for delivering services that combine technical expertise with a client-centric ethos.
Services
Accounts Preparation
Tax Compliance
VAT Returns
Payroll Services
Digital Accounting
Tax Planning
Bookkeeping
Corporate Tax Returns
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience supporting owner-managed businesses.
- Our team holds Chartered Certified Accountant qualifications and industry accreditations.
- We combine major-firm expertise with a personalised, approachable service.
- We specialise in cloud accounting integration with Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks.
- We offer tailored business advice informed by our own operational experience.
Services
Accounts Preparation
We prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies using manual records or digital platforms. Our team ensures accurate financial reporting and provides detailed explanations of trends and adjustments. Clients receive reconciled records and tailored support for quarterly or monthly reporting needs.
Tax Compliance
Our tax assurance services cover corporation tax, partnership tax, and personal tax returns. We specialise in expatriate and seafarer tax compliance, offering expert preparation and advisory services. We ensure accurate submissions while maximising allowable deductions and reliefs.
Business Advice
We provide tailored business planning, budgeting, and management information systems to support growth. Our services include ad-hoc project work, staff cover, and strategic direction to help clients navigate challenges and capitalise on opportunities.
Making Tax Digital
We assist businesses with MTD-compliant digital record-keeping and quarterly submissions. Our team stays updated on evolving HMRC requirements, offering software integration and training to ensure seamless compliance with current and future regulations.
VAT Returns
We prepare and submit VAT returns while reviewing bookkeeping accuracy to maximise reclaimable VAT. Our experts advise on VAT registration, scheme selection, and compliance, ensuring adherence to HMRC rules and minimising error risks.
People
Susan Wills
Director
Susan Wills leads tax strategy and compliance at Wills Accountants. With expertise in personal and corporate tax, she specialises in expatriate taxation and estate planning. Susan oversees client relationships and ensures technical excellence across tax services.
Phil Soutter
Director
Phil Soutter manages accounts and business advisory services. He focuses on financial reporting, cloud accounting integration, and strategic growth support. Phil has over 20 years' experience guiding businesses through complex financial challenges.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide accounts preparation, tax compliance, VAT returns, payroll, business advice, and Making Tax Digital support for businesses and individuals.
How can you help owner-managed businesses?
We offer tailored financial advice, cloud accounting integration, and strategic planning to help owner-managed businesses grow and remain compliant.
Are you qualified accountants?
Yes, we are Chartered Certified Accountants with accreditations from Sage, Xero, and the Association of Accounting Technicians.
Do you support digital accounting software?
We are a Sage Accountants Club member and Xero Silver Partner, offering software support, training, and configuration for cloud accounting solutions.
