Holmes

At Holmes and Company, we are a well-established firm of chartered certified accountants based in Leighton Buzzard. With over 30 years of experience in accountancy practice, we take pride in our high levels of service, local focus, and friendly approach. Our aim is to provide a professional service to our clients, tailored to their specific needs, at a reasonable and competitive price.

Our Extensive Range of Services

We offer a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the financial and business needs of individuals, sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. These services include:

*Bookkeeping:* As a busy business owner, you may find that organising your paperwork can take up valuable time that could be better spent on growing and running your business. Outsourcing your bookkeeping tasks to us will not only free up your time, but it will also ensure that your financial records are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with relevant regulations.

*Making Tax Digital (MTD):* Making Tax Digital (MTD) is HMRC's initiative to digitise the UK's tax system. With our help, you can embrace the benefits of MTD by updating your record-keeping and submitting your tax information digitally. We can assist you in managing your MTD compliance requirements with ease, so you can focus on running your business.

*VAT Returns:* VAT returns can be a complex and time-consuming process. With our extensive expertise, we can help ensure that your business is VAT-compliant while minimising any potential risks or penalties. We can prepare and submit your VAT returns, enabling you to focus on what matters most - running and growing your business.

*Payroll and Pensions:* Payroll processing can be a sensitive and intricate task that requires accuracy, expertise, and timeliness. With our knowledge and experience, we can manage your weekly or monthly payroll, ensuring it is run accurately and on time. We can also assist you in meeting your pension auto-enrolment obligations, leaving you free to focus on running your business.

*Annual Accounts:* We understand that meeting various statutory deadlines can be overwhelming for businesses. With our support, we can ensure that all your returns are prepared efficiently, effectively, and promptly, with minimal disruption to your operations.

*Tax Returns:* Our proactive tax planning approach ensures that you pay only the tax you are legally required to. We can help you reduce your tax liability and manage your tax affairs efficiently and effectively, ensuring your peace of mind.

*Company Formation:* If you have decided to form a limited company or limited liability partnership, our team can assist you with the formation process, providing expert advice and support for your business's growth and success.

Meet Our Dedicated Team

At Holmes and Company, we believe that our success is built on the strong relationships we have established with our clients over the years. We are proud to introduce our experienced and highly skilled team:

• Mike Holmes: As the Director and founder of the company, Mike is a Fellow of the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants with over 30 years of experience in practice on his own account.
• Laura Greenaway: Our office manager and senior accountant, Laura is a Fellow of the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants and specialises in tax and accountancy.
• Jan McDonnell: As our payroll and bookkeeping senior, Jan has been with us since 1997 and manages all VAT returns, payroll, and bookkeeping for our valued clients.
• Wendy Guy: An AAT-qualified accounts and tax assistant, Wendy joined us in 2010 and deals mainly with tax returns and accounts preparation.
• Lisa Brimmer: Joining us from an associated office in Luton, Lisa is our payroll and accounts assistant.
• Liz Holmes: As our administrator and payroll, Liz ensures that the wheels of our successful business keep turning smoothly.