Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Accountants in Welwyn Garden City
Established in 1996, Gem Accountancy has been delivering tailored accountancy solutions to small businesses for over 25 years. Our practice combines extensive industry experience with a commitment to straightforward communication, ensuring clients receive clear, jargon-free financial guidance. We specialise in serving local businesses in Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield, St Albans, and Stevenage, while leveraging cloud technology to support clients nationwide. Our services encompass bookkeeping, tax returns, CIS, VAT, PAYE, and management accounts, alongside practical tuition for accounting software and exam preparation. As a certified Xero Advisor and experienced AAT tutor, we bring both technical expertise and real-world application to every client relationship.Our focus on personal service means you'll always speak directly with me, the principal accountant, rather than navigating through a team. With a background in corporate finance and small business operations, we understand the unique challenges faced by entrepreneurs and provide actionable solutions to help them thrive. Our long-standing client relationships, some spanning over 15 years, attest to our dedication to reliability, transparency, and exceptional value.
Services
Bookkeeping
Tax Returns
CIS Subcontractors
Accounting Software
PAYE Schemes
VAT Returns
Management Accounts
Exam Tuition
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of practical accountancy experience
- Our fees are significantly lower than traditional practices
- You'll always speak directly with the principal accountant
- We provide cloud-based solutions for nationwide service delivery
- Certified Xero Advisor with specialist software expertise
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
What people say
Efficient service
Friendly and helpful
Good advice
Understands small business needs
Always available
Services
Bookkeeping
Maintaining accurate financial records for small businesses using cloud-based software. We handle daily transactions, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting to ensure compliance. Our system provides real-time visibility of your business finances while maintaining HMRC compliance standards.
Tax Returns
Preparing and submitting personal and business tax returns with strategic planning advice. We ensure timely submission of self-assessment returns, corporation tax computations, and associated documentation. Our approach identifies legitimate tax-saving opportunities while maintaining full compliance with current legislation.
CIS Subcontractors
Specialist CIS scheme administration for construction industry businesses. We manage contractor registrations, subcontractor verification, and monthly return submissions. Our service includes payroll processing for CIS workers and tax deduction calculations to ensure compliance with HMRC requirements.
Accounting Software
Implementation and training for leading accounting platforms including Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks. As a certified Xero Advisor, we provide tailored setup, data migration, and ongoing support. Our training ensures businesses maximise software functionality for day-to-day financial management.
Exam Tuition
Practical tuition for AAT qualifications and accounting software certification. Our small-group and one-to-one sessions combine theoretical knowledge with real-world application. We offer flexible learning options including evening classes and intensive revision courses to support aspiring accountants.
People
Gail
Owner
Qualified CIMA accountant with 25+ years' experience, specialising in small business accountancy. Former finance manager in corporate roles, now providing accessible financial expertise to entrepreneurs. Combines technical knowledge with practical, jargon-free advice.
Questions
What accounting services do you specialise in?
We specialise in bookkeeping, tax returns, CIS, VAT, PAYE, management accounts, and accounting software support for small businesses.
Do you work with businesses outside Hertfordshire?
Yes, we use cloud technology to serve clients nationwide while maintaining our local Welwyn Garden City base.
How do your fees compare to other accountants?
Our home-based practice has lower overheads, offering fees significantly below traditional office-based firms.
Can you help with accounting software training?
Yes, we're a certified Xero Advisor and provide training for Sage, QuickBooks, and AAT qualifications.
What experience do you have with small businesses?
Over 25 years' experience, including 15+ year relationships with multiple small business clients across various sectors.
