Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Lancaster Supporting Business Growth
Accounts Matters was founded in 2005 to support smaller businesses, sole traders, partnerships, and directors with their accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and taxation obligations. Based in Lancaster, Lancashire, we combine reliability with exceptional customer service to become a trusted partner in your business growth. Our approach focuses on understanding your unique needs, offering transparent pricing, and delivering tailored solutions that align with your business structure. We provide on-site support when required and offer training to help clients streamline their bookkeeping processes.Our team maintains up-to-date expertise through regular professional development, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations while prioritising your operational efficiency. With qualifications including ACCA, CIMA, and AAT Level 3, we deliver services that extend beyond legal compliance to help you understand and improve your business performance. Our commitment to local businesses drives our dedication to removing financial management burdens, allowing you to focus on growth and client relationships.
Services
Business Accounting
Personal Accounting
Company Secretarial
VAT Compliance
Payroll Services
Tax Planning
Management Accounts
Business Startup Support
Corporate Tax
Self Assessment
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer tailored accounting solutions based on your business size and structure
- Our team holds professional qualifications including ACCA and CIMA certifications
- We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- We deliver on-site support and bookkeeping training for clients
- We combine compliance expertise with strategic business performance insights
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
- Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
Services
Business Accounting
We provide comprehensive accounting services for small businesses, including financial reporting, tax compliance, and strategic financial management. Our approach combines technical expertise with tailored solutions to ensure your business meets regulatory requirements while optimising financial performance. With a focus on understanding your operations, we deliver actionable insights to support sustainable growth.
Payroll Services
Our payroll solutions handle all aspects of UK wage processing, from RTI submissions to statutory payments and auto-enrolment pensions. We ensure compliance with HMRC regulations while reducing administrative burdens, allowing you to focus on core business activities. Our services include payroll system setup and year-end returns.
Company Secretarial
We manage statutory obligations including company formations, annual returns, and share transfer documentation. Our services ensure timely compliance with legal requirements while maintaining accurate corporate records. We also provide registered office facilities and support for dividend administration.
VAT Compliance
Our VAT specialists handle registration, return preparation, and HMRC representation. We implement systems to prevent compliance issues and provide strategic advice on VAT planning. Our expertise ensures businesses meet regulatory requirements while optimising tax efficiency.
Business Startup Support
We assist with business structure selection, company formation, and financial planning for new ventures. Our services include cashflow projections, tax strategy, and bookkeeping system implementation to establish strong financial foundations for growing businesses.
People
Christine Harwood
Managing Director
ACCA-qualified with extensive experience in business accounting, Christine leads our team in delivering tailored financial solutions. She specialises in strategic business growth support and compliance management.
Lyndsey Beckett
Accountant
FCCA-certified professional with expertise in corporate tax and payroll services. Lyndsey provides comprehensive financial management solutions to ensure business compliance and operational efficiency.
Meg Lounds
Accountant
FCCA-qualified accountant specialising in VAT compliance and personal tax planning. Meg delivers strategic tax optimisation solutions while maintaining rigorous attention to regulatory requirements.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, financial reporting, payroll processing, VAT compliance, and tax planning services tailored to small businesses' specific needs.
Do you support business startups?
Yes, we offer company formation, business structure advice, cashflow projections, and bookkeeping system implementation for new businesses.
How do you handle payroll compliance?
We manage RTI submissions, PAYE deductions, statutory payments, and year-end returns while ensuring HMRC compliance through automated systems.
What tax planning services are available?
We provide VAT planning, corporate tax optimisation, personal tax strategies, and inheritance tax advice to maximise tax efficiency.
Can you assist with company secretarial requirements?
Yes, we handle annual returns, share transfers, dividend administration, and statutory record-keeping to ensure corporate compliance.
