Business Details
24 Years
experience
Trusted Accountancy Services in Hitchin
Established in 2002, D & E Accountancy has built a reputation for delivering professional yet personal accountancy services to businesses and individuals across the UK. With over 30 years of combined experience, our team specialises in accounts preparation, tax returns, payroll management, and business advisory services. We prioritise long-term client relationships, offering tailored solutions that align with both personal and business financial goals. Our approach combines the flexibility of a small firm with the expertise typically associated with larger practices. We serve clients in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and nationwide, ensuring compliance while minimising tax liabilities through legitimate planning strategies.Our commitment to transparency is reflected in our billing practices, including annual invoicing where possible and clear fee agreements for ongoing work. Clients benefit from access to specialist consultants for complex matters, ensuring comprehensive support. Regular client feedback highlights our ability to maintain a friendly, approachable demeanour while delivering technically robust financial advice. We actively support business growth through strategic accounting insights and practical day-to-day financial management assistance. Our office in Hitchin provides a central base for local clients, while our services extend to businesses throughout the UK.
Services
Accounts preparation
Tax Returns
VAT Returns
Bookkeeping
Payroll
Business Structures
Company Secretarial
Inheritance Planning
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of combined accountancy experience
- Our team provides personal service with large-firm expertise
- We implement transparent billing with annual invoicing options
- We offer flexible payment plans for accountancy services
- Our nationwide coverage supports businesses across the UK
What people say
Professional service
Friendly and helpful
Excellent service
Flexible hours
Strategic accounting advice
Services
Accounts preparation
We prepare statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. Our service ensures compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements while providing clear financial insights. Clients receive timely submissions and proactive advice to optimise financial reporting.
Tax Returns
Comprehensive tax return preparation covering income tax, corporation tax, and self-assessment. We ensure accurate calculations, deadline compliance, and identify legitimate tax-saving opportunities tailored to individual and business circumstances.
Payroll
Full payroll management services including payslip generation, tax deductions, and HMRC submissions. We handle PAYE schemes, pension auto-enrolment, and year-end returns while maintaining compliance with evolving employment regulations.
Business Structures
Expert guidance on selecting optimal business structures including sole trader, limited company, or partnership models. We analyse tax implications, liability protection, and administrative requirements to support informed business formation decisions.
VAT Returns
VAT registration assistance and periodic return preparation. Our service includes cash accounting scheme advice, reverse charge applications, and HMRC correspondence to ensure compliance with complex VAT regulations.
People
David Samuels
Founder
Qualified accountant with over 30 years' experience in financial services. Established D & E Accountancy in 2002 after extensive practice in corporate accountancy roles. Specialises in strategic business advisory and complex tax planning.
Liz Samuels
Co-founder
Experienced financial professional co-founding D & E Accountancy in 2002. Provides expertise in payroll management, business compliance, and client relationship management. Maintains focus on delivering accessible accountancy solutions for SMEs.
Questions
What accountancy services do you offer?
We provide accounts preparation, tax returns, VAT returns, bookkeeping, payroll, business structure advice, and company secretarial services.
Do you support businesses outside Hertfordshire?
Yes, we serve clients across Bedfordshire and nationwide while maintaining our Hitchin office as a local contact point.
Can you help with business start-ups?
We offer comprehensive start-up support including entity selection, tax registration, and financial planning tailored to new businesses.
What payment options are available?
We offer annual invoicing, monthly payment plans, and flexible fee agreements for ongoing work through third-party financing.
How do you handle complex accountancy matters?
We have specialist consultants available for complex issues, ensuring clients receive technically robust solutions when needed.
