Business Details
37 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Leighton Buzzard
Established in 1989, Holmes & Company & Company is a Chartered Certified Accountancy firm based in Leighton Buzzard, serving local businesses across Bedfordshire. With over 30 years of combined experience, our team specialises in delivering comprehensive financial solutions including bookkeeping, tax planning, payroll management, and company formation. Our practice combines traditional values with modern digital systems to ensure compliance with HMRC requirements while minimising tax liabilities for clients.We prioritise client relationships through face-to-face consultations and tailored advice, maintaining professional standards through membership with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. Our services extend to VAT return preparation, annual accounts, and Making Tax Digital compliance, supported by certified software partnerships with Xero and QuickBooks.
Services
Bookkeeping
Making Tax Digital (MTD)
VAT Returns
Annual Accounts
Tax Returns
Company Formation
Payroll Services
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in accountancy practice
- Our team holds Chartered Certified status with ACCA
- We provide tailored financial solutions for local businesses
- We maintain certified partnerships with Xero and QuickBooks
- We offer comprehensive HMRC compliance and tax planning services
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Services
Bookkeeping
Our integrated bookkeeping systems ensure accurate financial record-keeping while reducing year-end accountancy costs. We manage VAT inspections, tax enquiries, and provide management information to support business decisions. Clients benefit from digital record-keeping compliance and optional training for self-management.
Making Tax Digital
We assist businesses with HMRC's Making Tax Digital requirements, including software compliance and digital record-keeping. Our certified partnerships with Xero and QuickBooks ensure smooth transitions to digital systems. We help clients maintain real-time tax information accuracy and reduce submission errors through HMRC-approved processes.
VAT Returns
Our VAT services include registration advice, scheme selection, and accurate return preparation. We handle HMRC negotiations, tax planning, and dispute resolution while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. Clients receive proactive advice to minimise tax liabilities and manage inspections effectively.
Company Formation
We advise on optimal business structures including limited companies and LLPs, explaining tax implications and compliance requirements. Our same-day incorporation service supports new businesses with proper documentation and legal structure setup, ensuring clients understand ongoing statutory obligations from establishment.
Payroll Services
Our payroll solutions include RTI submissions, payslip generation, and tax deduction management. We handle statutory payments, auto-enrolment pensions, and year-end returns while ensuring compliance with employment tax regulations. Clients receive accurate, timely payroll processing with reduced administrative burdens.
People
Mike Holmes
Director
Fellow of the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants with over 30 years' experience. Established the practice in 1989, providing expert accountancy guidance to local businesses.
Laura Greenaway
Office Manager and Senior Accountant
Fellow of the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants with tax and accounting expertise. Manages office operations while providing specialist financial advice since joining in 2013.
Jan McDonnell
Payroll and Bookkeeping Senior
Specialises in VAT returns and payroll management with 25+ years' experience. Provides bookkeeping solutions to clients while maintaining compliance with HMRC requirements.
Wendy Guy
Accounts and Tax Assistant
AAT-qualified professional handling tax returns and account preparation since 2010. Provides accurate financial documentation support to businesses and individuals.
Ryan Coppinger
Accounts and Tax Assistant
Newest team member joining in 2024 with AAT qualifications. Currently studying towards ACCA certification while assisting with account preparation and tax compliance.
Questions
What accountancy services do you offer?
We provide bookkeeping, VAT returns, annual accounts, tax planning, payroll management, company formation, and Making Tax Digital compliance services.
Can you help with company formation?
Yes, we advise on business structures and can incorporate limited companies or LLPs, including same-day registration options.
Are you HMRC-registered for Making Tax Digital?
We are certified partners with Xero and QuickBooks, providing HMRC-compliant digital tax solutions and software advice.
Do you handle payroll for small businesses?
Yes, we manage payroll processing, RTI submissions, auto-enrolment pensions, and year-end returns for businesses of all sizes.
How do you charge for accountancy services?
We offer competitive pricing with transparent fee structures tailored to each client's specific requirements and business size.
Can you assist with tax planning?
Our tax planning services focus on legal tax minimisation strategies, including corporation tax, capital gains tax, and personal tax efficiency.
