Business Details
36 Years
experience
Expert Chartered Accountants in Tunbridge Wells
Founded on 1 September 1990, BSR Bespoke Chartered Accountants has served clients from our Tunbridge Wells office for over three decades. Our firm was established by Keith Buckland and Ian Steadman, building a reputation for custom-engineered accounting solutions. Today, our team of chartered accountants and chartered tax advisers provides steadfast support to both individuals and businesses. We specialise in personal tax affairs, probate advice, and inheritance tax planning for private clients. For businesses, we offer comprehensive services including accounts preparation, VAT management, and corporation tax compliance. Our approach ensures every solution is tailored to your specific circumstances, rejecting one-size-fits-all methodologies.We are registered to carry on audit work and regulated for investment business activities by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. Clients benefit from a free initial consultation, allowing us to understand your needs before proposing any engagement. Our partners, including Stephen Pocock and Neil Looseley, bring extensive expertise across diverse financial disciplines. We pride ourselves on delivering actionable advice that makes your financial life easier. Whether you require trust guidance or international trade advice, our knowledgeable team is ready to assist. Contact us today to experience our bespoke professional service.
Services
Personal tax affairs
Tax on pensions
Probate advice
Trusts advice
Inheritance tax planning
Business financial advice
Accounts and auditing
VAT management
Corporation tax compliance
Business planning and strategy
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of accounting experience.
- Our chartered accountants provide custom-engineered tax solutions.
- We deliver free initial consultations to understand your needs.
- Our team includes specialists in probate and inheritance tax.
- We are regulated by the Institute of Chartered Accountants.
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
Services
Personal Tax Affairs
Our personal tax service manages all aspects of individual taxation, including income tax returns, capital gains calculations, and pension tax planning. We ensure compliance with HMRC regulations while identifying legitimate reliefs to minimise your liabilities. Clients receive proactive advice tailored to their unique financial circumstances, delivered by qualified chartered tax advisers.
Probate Advice
We provide expert guidance through the probate process, handling estate administration, inheritance tax forms, and asset distribution with sensitivity and efficiency. Our licensed probate practitioners ensure legal compliance while reducing the administrative burden on executors. This service includes valuation of assets, settlement of debts, and final distribution to beneficiaries.
Business Accounts and Auditing
Our firm prepares statutory accounts and conducts audits for companies of all sizes, ensuring full compliance with Companies House and accounting standards. We deliver management accounts that provide actionable insights into financial performance throughout the year. Clients benefit from our audit registration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
VAT Management
We manage VAT registration, returns, and compliance for businesses, including complex partial exemption calculations and international trade considerations. Our advisers ensure accurate submissions while advising on optimal VAT schemes to improve cash flow. We represent clients during HMRC enquiries and provide ongoing support for Making Tax Digital requirements.
Inheritance Tax Planning
Our inheritance tax planning service helps individuals structure their estates to minimise tax exposure while preserving wealth for future generations. We advise on trusts, lifetime gifts, business property relief, and residence nil-rate band optimisation. Early planning with our chartered tax advisers ensures your wishes are met efficiently and legally.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for individuals?
We provide personal tax returns, probate advice, inheritance tax planning, trust guidance, and capital gains tax calculations tailored to your circumstances.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we offer a free initial consultation to understand your needs and explain how our bespoke accounting services can assist you.
Are you regulated to carry out audit work?
Yes, we are registered to carry on audit work in the UK and regulated by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
Where is your office located?
Our office is at Linden House, Linden Close, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN4 8HH, where we have operated since 1990.
Can you help with business VAT returns?
We manage VAT registration, quarterly returns, Making Tax Digital compliance, and HMRC enquiries for businesses of all sizes.
Who are the key partners in your firm?
Our partners include Stephen Pocock, Neil Looseley, Jonathan Parsons, Rachael Avon, Adam Hills, and Tom Champneys, supported by experienced consultants.
