Business Details
23 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Accountancy Services in Scotland
Established in 2003, we are a small dynamic tax accountancy practice based in northern Scotland serving clients across the UK. Our expertise spans personal and business tax services, including self-assessment returns, VAT submissions, payroll management, and corporate compliance. We pride ourselves on providing bespoke solutions tailored to individual client needs, acting as a bridge between clients and HMRC. With over 500 clients served, our approach combines technical proficiency with personalized service. We offer fixed-rate fees for business clients and assign dedicated contacts to ensure clear communication.Our team provides 24/7 support to address urgent matters outside regular business hours. We specialize in assisting armed forces personnel with tax relief claims for temporary postings. Our services extend to financial planning, tax optimization, and compliance documentation for individuals, landlords, self-employed professionals, and companies of all sizes. We maintain proactive relationships with clients to identify issues early and ensure regulatory compliance with Companies House and HMRC.
Services
Personal Tax Returns
Business Accounting
VAT Returns
Payroll Services
Armed Forces Tax Relief
Company Formations
HMRC Representation
Financial Planning
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Established in 2003 with 20+ years' tax compliance experience
- Dedicated account manager assigned to each client
- 24/7 emergency support for urgent tax matters
- Fixed-rate monthly fees for business accounting services
- Specialist armed forces tax relief claims assistance
What people say
Highly recommended
Fantastic service
Second to none
Quick to respond
First rate service
Services
Personal Tax Returns
We prepare and submit self-assessment tax returns for individuals, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements. Our service covers income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax calculations. Clients receive expert guidance on eligible deductions and reliefs.
Business Accounting
Comprehensive accounting services for businesses including management accounts, tax compliance, and financial reporting. We handle VAT submissions, payroll processing, and Companies House filings for limited companies and partnerships.
Armed Forces Tax Relief
Specialist assistance with tax relief claims for serving and former armed forces personnel. We process travel expense claims for temporary postings lasting 24 months or less, both UK and overseas.
Payroll Services
Full payroll administration including PAYE, RTI submissions, and P11D processing. We ensure accurate tax deductions and compliance with HMRC regulations for businesses of all sizes.
HMRC Representation
Professional support during HMRC investigations and tax inquiries. We defend client interests in tax return examinations and resolve compliance issues with regulatory authorities.
People
Richard Otley
Partner
Co-founder with 20+ years' experience in tax compliance and business advisory. Specialises in HMRC negotiations and armed forces tax relief claims. Provides strategic financial guidance to business clients.
Linda Otley
Partner
Co-founder managing personal tax services and client relations. Expert in self-assessment returns and inheritance tax planning. Ensures timely compliance with regulatory requirements for individual clients.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide personal tax returns, business accounting, VAT submissions, payroll services, and HMRC representation for individuals and companies across the UK.
Do you specialise in armed forces tax claims?
Yes, we specialise in processing tax relief claims for military personnel's travel expenses to temporary postings, both UK and overseas, with average refunds of £2,500.
Are your fees fixed or hourly?
We offer fixed monthly fees for business accounting services. Personal tax services are charged at competitive rates with no hidden costs.
Can you assist with company formations?
Yes, we provide limited company formation services including registered office provision, constitutional documents, and initial compliance requirements.
Do you offer 24/7 support?
Yes, we provide emergency accounting support outside regular hours for urgent tax compliance issues and HMRC inquiries.
