Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Colchester
Established in 1988, P S Book-Keeping & Accountancy has built a loyal client base across the UK by providing tailored financial solutions for businesses of all sizes. Our team combines decades of experience with advanced Sage software to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll management, and compliance services. We prioritise personal service, ensuring clients avoid costly errors while maintaining full adherence to HMRC regulations and data protection laws. With a focus on transparency and reliability, we support businesses from initial setup through to corporation tax filings, earning recommendations through consistent, high-quality service delivery. Services
Payroll Processing
Bookkeeping
Company Accounts
Start-up Businesses
VAT Returns
Corporation Tax
Annual Returns
Pension Administration
Tax Return Preparation
Business Formation
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in accounting and payroll services
- Our team uses advanced Sage software for precise financial management
- We ensure full compliance with HMRC and data protection regulations
- We offer personalised service tailored to individual business needs
- We maintain an enviable reputation through client recommendations
What people say
Prompt, efficient service
Exceptional payroll management
Cost-effective solutions
Free advice available
Stress-free bookkeeping
Services
Payroll Processing
We manage complete payroll functions using Sage Payroll software, handling weekly, fortnightly, or monthly payments. Our services include statutory sick pay, maternity pay, pension auto-enrolment, and RTI submissions. Clients receive payment reports by email and printed payslips by post, ensuring compliance with current employment legislation.
Bookkeeping
Our bookkeeping services maintain accurate financial records using Sage Line 50 software. We handle VAT returns, tax computations, and compliance with HMRC requirements. Services include holiday/absence tracking, year-end returns, and digital record-keeping, ensuring businesses avoid penalties through legislative compliance.
Company Accounts
We prepare and submit corporation tax returns (CT600) and annual company house returns (AR1) digitally. Services include trading account setup, financial statement preparation, and dispute resolution with customs authorities. All work complies with current accounting standards and submission deadlines.
Start-up Businesses
We assist with company formation, business structure selection, and registration processes. Services include preparing business plans, cash flow projections, and registering with Companies House and HMRC. We provide ongoing support for new businesses including payroll and tax return services.
VAT Returns
We handle VAT registration and submission of VAT returns using appropriate schemes. Our services include determining correct VAT rates, managing standard (20%) and reduced (5%) rate applications, and ensuring compliance with European law and HMRC requirements for all business types.
People
Peter Skamballis
Owner
Founder of P S Book-Keeping & Accountancy since 1988, Peter has over 35 years' experience in accounting and business management. He specialises in providing strategic financial guidance to businesses across the UK.
Michelle
Senior Accountant
With 22 years' experience, Michelle specialises in payroll management and bookkeeping. She provides expert support to clients, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and delivering accurate financial reporting solutions.
Heidi
Accountant
Heidi has 10 years' experience managing accounts for large clients. She focuses on bookkeeping, payroll administration, and financial record-keeping, providing tailored solutions to meet specific business requirements.
Questions
What accounting software do you use?
We use Sage Line 50 for bookkeeping, Sage Payroll for payroll management, and Sage Taxation for personal and corporate tax returns.
Do you handle HMRC compliance?
Yes, we ensure all submissions meet HMRC requirements including RTI procedures, VAT returns, and corporation tax filings.
Can you help new businesses register?
We assist with company formation, registering with Companies House, and setting up PAYE/VAT schemes for new businesses.
How do you deliver documents?
We email digital documents and post printed payslips and reports. All submissions are made electronically to HMRC and Companies House.
What areas do you cover?
While based in Colchester, we serve clients nationwide including Somerset and provide services to businesses across the UK.
How are fees structured?
Our fees include all bookkeeping, accountancy, and advice services. HMRC enquiry handling is charged separately.
