Business Details
Trusted Accountants for Small Businesses in Godalming
We are a local, family-run accounting practice established to provide professional and cost-effective financial solutions for sole traders and small businesses. Our qualified team specialises in accountancy, taxation, and business advisory services, ensuring clients can focus on growing their operations while we handle compliance and financial management. With decades of combined experience, including Ben Latimer's background as a chartered accountant since 2006 and Matthew Latimer's expertise in corporation tax, we offer tailored support grounded in technical proficiency and personal service.Our fixed-fee policy guarantees transparency, eliminating unexpected costs, and our Xero-certified status reflects our commitment to modern, efficient accounting practices. We prioritise clear communication, proactive tax planning, and strategic guidance to help businesses navigate financial challenges and regulatory requirements with confidence.
Services
Accounts
VAT Returns
Bookkeeping
Taxation
Payroll
Company Secretarial
Highlights and features
- We offer fixed-fee accounting with no unexpected invoices
- Our team includes chartered accountants with 18+ years of experience
- We specialise in tax minimisation strategies for small businesses
- We provide free initial consultations for new clients
- We maintain Companies House compliance for limited companies
Associations and certifications
- Xero Certified Advisors
What people say
Exceptionally professional service
Helped business growth
Peace of mind
Tax efficiency expertise
Always on-hand assistance
Services
Accounts
We prepare statutory accounts for limited companies and self-assessment basis accounts for sole traders. Our service ensures compliance with Companies House requirements while providing business performance insights. We identify tax efficiency opportunities and track progress against financial goals through timely, accurate reporting.
VAT Returns
Our VAT services include quarterly return preparation, scheme selection advice, and HMRC dispute resolution. We maintain organised bookkeeping records to streamline submissions and provide liability estimates to prevent cash flow issues. We ensure compliance with Making Tax Digital requirements for VAT-registered businesses.
Taxation
We handle personal and corporate tax return preparation, calculate liabilities, and advise on payment schedules. Our expertise covers corporation tax matters and tax minimisation strategies tailored to business structures. We ensure timely HMRC submissions while identifying legitimate opportunities to reduce tax burdens.
Payroll
We manage PAYE scheme setup, produce employee payslips, handle starter/leaver processes, and file annual returns. Our service includes CIS return preparation for subcontractors and ensures compliance with payroll reporting requirements while maintaining accurate payment records.
Company Secretarial
We assist with company formations, annual return filings, and statutory record maintenance. Our services include registered office provision, share certificate preparation, and Companies House deadline tracking to ensure continuous compliance for limited companies.
People
Ben Latimer
Chartered Accountant
Ben qualified as a chartered accountant in 2006 after achieving a first-class economics degree. He specialises in owner-managed business support, including accountancy, management accounts, business planning, and personal taxation for small enterprises.
Matthew Latimer
Corporation Tax Specialist
Matthew has 20 years' experience in corporation tax, previously working at Baker Tilly. His expertise covers audit, accountancy, and business taxation, providing strategic tax planning solutions for limited companies and complex corporate structures.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide accounts preparation, VAT returns, bookkeeping, payroll, tax returns, and company secretarial services specifically tailored for sole traders and small limited companies.
Do you offer fixed-fee accounting packages?
Yes, our fixed-fee policy guarantees transparent pricing with no unexpected invoices, covering all core accounting services for small businesses.
Can you help with business structure decisions?
We advise on choosing between sole trader and limited company structures, including tax implications and registration requirements for new businesses.
Are you Xero accounting software specialists?
Yes, we are Xero certified advisors providing cloud accounting solutions integrated with our compliance and reporting services.
How do you handle HMRC compliance requirements?
We manage tax return submissions, VAT scheme compliance, payroll reporting, and Companies House filings to ensure full regulatory compliance for all business types.
