Business Details
46 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Hertfordshire
Hicks and Company and Company is a well-established and progressive firm of chartered accountants based in Hertfordshire with over four decades of experience. Founded in 1980, we specialise in taxation, accounting, auditing, and consultancy services for both individual and corporate clients across Hertfordshire and surrounding areas. Our team delivers tailored solutions, combining technical expertise with a proactive approach to help clients grow businesses, boost profitability, and navigate complex financial landscapes.We prioritise clear communication, using plain English to demystify financial matters, and leverage technology to streamline processes for greater efficiency. With a client-centric ethos, we provide first-class service to owner-managed businesses, SMEs, start-ups, and high-net-worth individuals, ensuring compliance while optimising financial outcomes.
Services
Audit Services
Payroll Administration
VAT Compliance
Business Start-up Support
Personal Tax Planning
Bookkeeping
Self-Assessment Returns
Tennis Sector Accounting
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in accountancy and tax advisory services
- Our team provides tailored financial solutions for businesses and individuals
- We maintain proactive compliance with statutory requirements and industry standards
- Our client-centric approach prioritises clear communication and plain English advice
- We combine technical expertise with technology-driven efficiency for better outcomes
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
What people say
Great advice
Prompt response
Professional team
First-class service
Customer focused
Services
Audit Services
We prepare and perform audits for all business types including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. Our services ensure accurate financial reporting, identify business weaknesses, and maintain statutory compliance. Clients benefit from professionally documented accounts that enhance business credibility and support finance applications.
Payroll Administration
Our comprehensive payroll service handles PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments, and year-end returns. We provide customised payslips, staff cost analyses, and pension scheme administration. This service reduces compliance risks while saving businesses time and resources through expert management of complex payroll requirements.
Personal Tax Planning
We offer tailored tax planning solutions covering Income Tax, Capital Gains Tax, and Inheritance Tax. Our advisers help optimise tax positions for property transactions, international assignments, and business owner remuneration. We integrate tax planning with broader financial strategies including retirement and estate planning.
Business Start-up Support
We assist entrepreneurs with business structure selection, cash flow projections, and financial planning. Our support includes business plan preparation, finance sourcing advice, and statutory registration. We help new businesses establish effective accounting systems and navigate initial compliance requirements.
VAT Compliance
Our VAT specialists manage compliance, voluntary registration decisions, and scheme selection. We handle partial exemption calculations, import/export VAT, and flat-rate scheme implementation. We ensure accurate tax collection and timely submissions while identifying opportunities to reduce VAT liabilities.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide audit, bookkeeping, payroll, VAT compliance, business start-up support, and personal tax planning services for businesses and individuals.
Do you specialise in any industry sectors?
We have particular expertise in the tennis sector alongside general services for SMEs, construction businesses, financial services firms, and property investors.
How do you support new businesses?
We assist with business structure selection, cash flow projections, finance sourcing, statutory registration, and accounting system implementation for start-ups.
What areas do you cover?
We operate from Hertfordshire and serve clients across Hertfordshire, Hemel Hempstead, Hitchin, and surrounding regions.
How do you handle tax planning?
Our tax planning covers minimising liabilities for Income Tax, Capital Gains Tax, and Inheritance Tax with tailored strategies aligned to individual circumstances.
Are you regulated accountants?
Yes, we are registered to carry on audit work by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
