Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Accountants in Gloucester
Established in 2010 by Chartered Certified Accountant Paul Stafford, APS Accounting brings over two decades of professional expertise to small businesses across Gloucester and beyond. With a career spanning roles at Haines Watts and Hazlewoods, followed by commercial experience as a financial controller, our founder identified a need for streamlined, cost-effective accountancy solutions tailored to modern enterprises. We specialise in delivering comprehensive services including tax compliance, payroll management, and strategic business planning, with particular expertise in supporting contractors, freelancers, construction trades, and property landlords.Our approach combines traditional accounting principles with innovative digital tools like FreeAgent software, ensuring clients receive both technical precision and forward-thinking advice. By prioritising personal relationships and industry-specific knowledge, we help businesses navigate regulatory requirements while optimising financial performance. Our proven track record of assisting clients through complex tax scenarios demonstrates our commitment to delivering practical, jargon-free solutions that protect and enhance business interests.
Services
Accounts and Tax Returns
Making Tax Digital
VAT Services
Bookkeeping
Payroll Management
Business Planning
Construction Industry Support
Property Landlord Tax
Start-up Accounting
FreeAgent Software Support
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 23 years' experience in small business tax and accounting since 2001
- Our team provides sector-specific expertise for construction, property, and freelancers
- We implement cloud accounting software with FreeAgent integration for modern compliance
- Our services include proactive tax planning to legally minimise liabilities
- Our team consists of certified experts with commercial financial management experience
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
- FreeAgent Accounting Software
What people say
Knowledge and ability
Avoid financial pitfalls
Clear concise advice
Best interests at heart
Recommended to contacts
Services
Accounts and Tax Returns
Preparing statutory accounts and tax returns for Companies House and HMRC. Ensuring accurate submissions within deadlines while optimising tax efficiency. Advising on legal tax obligations and minimising liabilities through legitimate planning strategies.
Making Tax Digital
Advising on MTD requirements and software selection. Implementing compliant accounting systems like FreeAgent. Providing training and support for digital record-keeping to ensure HMRC compliance while improving business efficiency.
VAT Services
Handling VAT registration and return submissions. Advising on small business schemes to improve cash flow. Maintaining compliance with changing VAT regulations while identifying tax-saving opportunities for businesses.
Bookkeeping
Maintaining accurate day-to-day financial records. Offering on-site or remote bookkeeping solutions with flexible scheduling. Ensuring up-to-date records to support informed business decision-making and regulatory compliance.
Payroll Management
Managing payroll processing and auto-enrolment pensions. Ensuring compliance with employment tax regulations. Providing fixed-cost payroll solutions that reduce administrative burdens while maintaining legislative accuracy for businesses.
People
Paul Stafford
Chartered Certified Accountant
Qualified in 1997 with Haines Watts, Paul has extensive experience in small business accounting after roles at Hazlewoods and as financial controller. He established APS Accounting in 2010 to provide tailored accountancy solutions.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide full accounts preparation, tax returns, VAT compliance, payroll management, business planning, and specialist advice for construction trades, property landlords, and freelancers.
Do you support businesses with Making Tax Digital compliance?
Yes, we advise on MTD requirements and implement compliant software solutions like FreeAgent, including training and ongoing support for digital record-keeping.
What areas do you serve?
Based in Gloucester, we work with clients across Gloucestershire and beyond, offering flexible appointment times including evenings for construction industry clients.
How do you charge for your services?
We offer fixed monthly fees for ongoing support, including annual accounting requirements and FreeAgent software access starting from £80 per month for freelancers.
Are you accredited professionals?
Yes, we are Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) members and FreeAgent accredited accounting software specialists.
