Business Details
17 Years
experience
Expert Accountants in Torquay, Devon
We are accountants and business advisers, offering accountancy and tax services for businesses in Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset. Operating from our offices twixt Paignton, Brixham and Totnes five miles from Torquay. We prepare annual accounts, and complete self-assessment or corporation tax returns for clients operating as either sole trade or partnership businesses or limited companies with annual turnover from 10k to 10m. We also deal with all Companies House record keeping and filing. We prepare monthly accounts and quarterly Vat returns, and provide payroll services. Uniquely for accountants, we are also able to provide commercial and operational advice to leisure industry businesses, such as hotels, pubs, guest houses, restaurants, holiday parks, attractions and retailers.We know the financial performances that can be achieved, and of course the difficulties in doing so. We will get off the fence, roll up our sleeves and contribute our ideas, from our experiences, to enhance your profitability. At our current Devon base for the past seven years and with roots of over fifty years in the county, we have extensive contacts in the region and the leisure industry. We aim to provide a red star accountancy and support service, akin to the service of highest graded hotels, at competitive fixed fee prices.
Services
Annual accounts
Tax returns
Payroll services
Sector-specific solutions
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years' experience in accountancy and leisure industry operations
- We provide tailored spreadsheets for tight financial control and performance tracking
- Our fixed-fee pricing starts from 180 for personal tax returns
- We offer commercial advice from sector-specific operational experience
- We combine technical expertise with practical business improvement strategies
What people say
Fantastic business support
Personal approach
Excellent service
Proactive advice
Exceptional value
Services
Annual Accounts
We prepare formal annual accounts for businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to companies with 10m turnover. Our service includes tailored Excel spreadsheets for financial control and performance tracking. We work with clients using their existing bookkeeping systems or provide custom templates designed to optimise financial management.
Tax Returns
We handle all aspects of tax compliance including income tax, corporation tax and VAT returns. Our expertise covers complex tax scenarios for hospitality businesses with shared domestic and commercial expenses. We focus on minimising tax liabilities through strategic capital allowances and integral feature claims while ensuring full HMRC compliance.
Payroll Services
Our payroll service covers all aspects of employee payment processing and statutory compliance. We use specialist Moneysoft software to manage PAYE, NI contributions and statutory payments. The service includes year-end returns and real-time reporting to ensure complete regulatory compliance for businesses of all sizes.
Business Advisory
We provide strategic business advice combining accountancy expertise with operational experience in leisure and hospitality sectors. Our service includes financial analysis, profitability improvement strategies and management accounting support. We act as virtual finance directors for clients needing expert guidance without full-time employment costs.
Sector-Specific Solutions
Our specialist service for leisure industry businesses includes tailored financial management tools and operational advice. We support hotels, pubs, restaurants and holiday parks with sector-specific accounting systems and performance benchmarking. Our team's hands-on experience in managing hospitality businesses delivers practical, actionable insights.
People
Alan Knight
Founder & FCCA Accountant
Qualified accountant with over 40 years' experience in financial management and leisure industry operations. Former general manager of hotels, pubs and attractions. Specialises in business turnaround and tax optimisation for hospitality clients.
Claire Carter
Practice Manager & ACCA
Qualified chartered certified accountant with extensive experience in accountancy and tax. Joined in 2015 after working in commercial roles across car retail, mining and real estate. Leads client interface and operational management for the practice.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide annual accounts, monthly/quarterly bookkeeping, payroll services, tax returns and management accounts. Our services cover businesses from start-ups to £10m turnover.
Do you specialise in any particular industry sectors?
We specialise in leisure and hospitality sectors including hotels, pubs, restaurants and holiday parks, combining accountancy expertise with operational industry experience.
What areas do you cover?
We serve clients across Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset from our Galmpton base near Torquay.
How much do your services cost?
Our fixed-fee pricing starts from £180 for personal tax returns to £4,000 for full service packages, with transparent pricing tailored to business size and complexity.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide no-obligation initial consultations to discuss your business needs and how we can support your financial success.
How do you support business growth?
We combine financial expertise with sector-specific operational experience to provide actionable advice on profitability improvement, cost control and strategic decision-making.
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