Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Taunton, Somerset
Established in 1996, we are a boutique firm of accountants and business advisers with a heritage dating back to 1921 through our association with Butterworth Jones. Our team of qualified professionals offers a holistic approach to financial and business advisory services, serving clients nationally across the UK and internationally in Europe. We specialise in corporate and non-corporate accounting, tax planning, payroll, VAT, insolvency, and wealth management, with particular expertise in supporting expatriates in France and Spain.Our proactive methodology combines technical excellence with personalised service, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions aligned with their unique business and personal circumstances. With offices in Taunton and Bournemouth, we leverage decades of collective experience to deliver strategic advice that drives business growth and optimises financial outcomes.
Services
Corporate Accounting
Expat Tax Advice
Payroll Services
VAT Compliance
Insolvency Support
Wealth Management
Company Secretarial
Agricultural Accounting
Cloud Accounting
Succession Planning
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined expertise in UK and international tax compliance
- Our team includes specialists in cloud accounting and Making Tax Digital
- Proven track record in complex insolvency cases with global asset recovery
- Dedicated expat tax advisors covering France, Spain, and the UK
- Holistic approach combining accounting, wealth management, and business strategy
Services
Corporate Accounting
We prepare statutory accounts for limited companies, ensuring compliance with Companies Act requirements. Our service includes financial statement preparation, consolidation for groups, and tailored reporting for overseas subsidiaries. We work remotely or on-site using leading accounting software to deliver accurate year-end accounts promptly while providing ongoing financial guidance to enhance business decision-making.
Expat Tax Advice
Specialised tax planning for UK residents with international interests and expatriates in France and Spain. We advise on residency status, cross-border tax compliance, and optimal profit extraction structures. Our team collaborates with European partners to ensure dual jurisdiction compliance while minimising tax liabilities for individuals and businesses operating across multiple territories.
Insolvency Support
Comprehensive insolvency services including administration, liquidation, and voluntary arrangements. We partner with Begbies Traynor to provide expert guidance for directors, creditors, and professionals. Our insolvency practitioners specialise in fraud investigation, multi-jurisdictional asset recovery, and complex litigation to maximise creditor returns while ensuring compliance with UK insolvency regulations and court procedures.
Cloud Accounting
Implementation and support for cloud-based accounting systems including QuickBooks Online, Xero, and Sage. Our Platinum Pro Advisors assist with Making Tax Digital compliance, software training, and process optimisation. We help businesses transition to real-time financial management while maintaining data security and ensuring seamless integration with existing business operations and HMRC requirements.
Payroll Services
Full payroll administration from RTI compliance to end-of-year returns. We manage PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments, and pension auto-enrolment for businesses with 1-100 employees. Our services include BACS payment processing, P11D reporting, and tailored payroll solutions that adapt to business size and complexity while ensuring adherence to evolving UK tax regulations.
People
Adrian Larpent
Managing Director
Qualified accountant with 30+ years' experience advising SMEs and expatriates. Specialises in business strategy, corporate tax, and cross-border structuring. Leads the firm's international tax practice while maintaining hands-on client relationships.
Ian Defty
Insolvency Practitioner
Fellow of ACCA and ICAEW with 27 years' insolvency experience. Specialises in fraud investigation and global asset recovery. Recognised as Insolvency Practitioner of the Year 2011. Provides expert guidance on complex liquidation cases and creditor rights.
Ben Adams
Tax Director
Cloud accounting specialist and QuickBooks National Accountant Council member. Focuses on digital transformation and tax compliance. Leads Making Tax Digital implementation while managing corporate and personal tax portfolios for diverse clients.
Hugh Mitchell
VAT Consultant
Chartered Tax Adviser with 30 years' VAT expertise. Specialises in complex compliance issues and cross-border tax planning. Member of VAT Technical Committee, providing strategic guidance to businesses on indirect tax optimisation.
Darren Baker
Wealth Manager
Chartered Financial Planner with 25 years' experience. Focuses on investment strategy and tax-efficient wealth preservation. Leads the firm's financial advisory services, specialising in retirement planning and intergenerational wealth transfer.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide complete accounting solutions including bookkeeping, management accounts, statutory accounts, and tax compliance for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies with turnovers up to £6m.
How do you support expatriates with UK tax matters?
Our specialist team advises on cross-border tax compliance, residency status, and business structuring for expats in France, Spain, and other European countries, ensuring dual jurisdiction compliance.
Can you help with Making Tax Digital compliance?
Yes, our Platinum Pro Advisors provide cloud accounting implementation, software selection, and ongoing support to ensure HMRC compliance for VAT-registered businesses and other taxpayers.
What insolvency services do you provide?
Through our partnership with Begbies Traynor, we offer administration, liquidation, voluntary arrangements, and asset recovery services with specialist expertise in complex fraud cases.
Do you offer payroll services for growing businesses?
We manage full payroll processing including RTI submissions, statutory payments, and pension compliance for businesses with 1-100 employees, with flexible weekly, fortnightly, or monthly options.
How do you support agricultural businesses?
We provide tailored accounting, tax planning, and succession advice for farmers and landowners, leveraging our 100+ year heritage in Somerset's rural economy.
