Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Plymouth Providing Comprehensive Financial Services
Established in 1998, Wills Accountants is a Chartered Certified Accountancy firm based in Plymouth, Devon. Our team combines the specialist expertise typically found in major firms with the agility and personal approach essential for owner-managed businesses. We prioritise understanding clients' unique needs to deliver tailored financial solutions, supporting growth across diverse sectors including construction, manufacturing, and not-for-profit organisations.Our staff hold prestigious qualifications through ACCA and AAT, and we invest heavily in technology to provide cloud-based accounting services aligned with HMRC's Making Tax Digital requirements. With nearly trebled staffing levels since our founding, we offer comprehensive services spanning accounts preparation, tax planning, business advisory, and payroll, serving clients locally and nationally.
Services
Accounts Preparation
Tax Compliance
Business Advisory
Tax Planning
Making Tax Digital
VAT Returns
Payroll Services
Bookkeeping
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years' experience serving owner-managed businesses
- Our team holds Chartered Certified qualifications through ACCA and AAT
- We implement cloud-based accounting systems aligned with HMRC requirements
- We offer tailored business advisory services beyond standard accountancy practice
- Our staff receive specialist training in Sage, Xero and Quickbooks platforms
Associations and certifications
- ACCA
- AAT
- Sage Accountants Club
- Xero Partner
Services
Accounts Preparation
We prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies using major accounting packages. Our service includes quarterly/monthly reporting options, cloud file access, and detailed explanations of financial trends. Clients receive adjustment details to reconcile computerised records with final accounts.
Tax Compliance
Specialist preparation of corporation tax returns and personal tax returns, including expatriate and seafarer tax considerations. We handle compliance without requiring accounts preparation, offering expert submission and advisory services for businesses and individuals.
Business Advisory
Tailored business development support including financial planning, management information systems, and ad-hoc project work. We assist with business plans, budgeting, staff cover solutions, and strategic direction discussions to support growth.
Making Tax Digital
Full MTD compliance support for VAT and income tax, including software implementation and quarterly submissions. Our trained team ensures digital record-keeping meets HMRC requirements, with expertise in Sage, Xero and Quickbooks platforms.
Payroll Services
Integrated payroll solutions combined with bookkeeping and tax services. We handle temporary staff cover requirements and ensure compliance with current employment regulations, providing efficient wage processing and reporting.
People
Susan Wills
Chartered Certified Accountant
With over 25 years' experience in accountancy practice, Susan specialises in tax planning and compliance. She leads client relationships for high-net-worth individuals and businesses, focusing on maximising after-tax returns through strategic financial planning.
Phil Soutter
Chartered Certified Accountant
Phil manages accounts preparation and business advisory services. He has particular expertise in supporting growing businesses with management information systems and strategic development planning, combining technical excellence with practical commercial advice.
Questions
What accounting software do you support?
We are Sage Accountants Club members, Xero Silver Partners and Quickbooks ProAdvisors. We support all major platforms including Sage 50, Xero, Quickbooks, Microsoft Money and Kashflow.
Are you compliant with Making Tax Digital requirements?
Yes, we are fully prepared for MTD compliance. Our team has completed specialist training and we use approved software to handle quarterly submissions and digital record-keeping.
Do you work with businesses outside Devon?
While based in Plymouth, we work with clients nationwide through cloud accounting technology. Our services are available to businesses and individuals across the UK.
How do you charge for your services?
We offer flexible pricing including monthly standing orders for regular services. Specific costs depend on service scope and complexity - we provide transparent quotes before starting work.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
Our team includes ACCA Chartered Certified Accountants and AAT-qualified technicians. We are authorised training providers for both professional bodies.
