Business Details
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Manchester
We are a leading independent firm of chartered accountants specialising in small businesses across Manchester, Lancashire, and the North West region. Our approach combines bespoke, highly personalised service with three core principles: competitive rates, quick service delivery, and cost-effectiveness. We prioritise transparency, offering fixed competitive fees and plain-English communication without jargon. With decades of combined experience, our team provides tailored solutions including tax planning, payroll, VAT returns, and business start-up support.We demonstrate expertise through case studies showcasing significant client savings, such as 40% reductions in accounting fees and 7,412 income tax savings. As members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants since 1880, we uphold rigorous professional standards while maintaining a client-centric focus. Our physical presence at the Deva Centre in Manchester ensures accessibility, complemented by free on-site parking and no-obligation initial consultations.
Services
Tax Returns
Payroll Services
VAT Compliance
Company Formation
Financial Planning
Bookkeeping
Tax Enquiries
Business Start-Ups
Annual Accounts
Tax Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer competitive rates tailored for small businesses
- Our team provides quick and efficient service delivery
- We guarantee cost-effective solutions without compromising quality
- We provide free tax planning meetings to minimize liabilities
- Our personalised service ensures all accounting needs are met
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants
Services
Tax Returns
We prepare and submit accurate tax returns for individuals and businesses, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations. Our service includes income tax, corporation tax, and self-assessment returns. With tailored advice, we help clients maximise allowable deductions while maintaining full legal compliance.
Payroll Services
Our comprehensive payroll solutions handle salary calculations, tax deductions, and HMRC submissions. We manage PAYE schemes for both limited companies and sole traders, ensuring timely payments and accurate year-end reporting. Monthly packages start from 10, with integrated RTI submissions.
Business Start-Ups
We support new businesses with company registration, tax registrations, and initial financial planning. Services include choosing appropriate business structures, setting up accounting systems, and creating cash flow forecasts. Our guidance helps new ventures establish strong financial foundations while minimising initial costs.
Annual Accounts
We prepare statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. Our service includes balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and tax computations. Fees start at 160 for small sole traders and 490 for limited companies, with pricing scaled to business turnover.
VAT Returns
We handle VAT registration and quarterly return submissions for businesses. Our service ensures accurate calculation of VAT liabilities and reclaimable amounts. Starting from 50 per submission, we help businesses maintain compliance while optimising VAT positions through legitimate planning strategies.
People
Martin Seitler
Senior Partner
Oxford-educated chartered accountant with extensive experience in small business accounting. Former trainee at Stoy Hayward & Co, London. Specialises in tax planning and financial compliance for SMEs.
Questions
What accounting services do you specifically offer for small businesses?
We provide tax returns, payroll processing, VAT compliance, company formation, annual accounts preparation, bookkeeping, and tailored financial planning services for small businesses.
How are your accounting fees structured?
Most services operate on fixed fees starting from £35 for tax returns and £490 for limited company accounts, with all prices plus 20% VAT. We provide free initial quotations.
Do you offer free consultations for new clients?
Yes, we provide free no-obligation meetings to discuss your accounting needs and demonstrate how we can help reduce your tax liabilities.
How do you handle tax planning for small businesses?
We offer proactive tax planning advice, including business structure optimisation, as demonstrated by our case study reducing a client's tax bill by £7,412 through partnership restructuring.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Manchester, Lancashire, and the wider North West region, with our office located at the Deva Centre on Trinity Way.
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