Business Details
11 Years
experience
Chartered Accountants in Redruth, Cornwall
Catherine Bennett is a professional accountancy and tax advisory firm serving individuals and businesses in the Camborne/Redruth area of Cornwall. With a commitment to approachability and clarity, we deliver accurate and efficient solutions tailored to clients' needs. Our team combines extensive experience in limited company accounts, corporate and personal tax, and bookkeeping, ensuring compliance while optimising tax efficiency. We prioritise timely service delivery, proactive tax planning, and client education to help businesses achieve their financial goals.Our expertise spans audit, VAT, payroll, and business start-up support, underpinned by chartered qualifications and decades of combined experience. We utilise modern accounting software and cloud-based systems to streamline processes and provide real-time financial insights. Our client-centric approach includes free initial consultations and partnerships with complementary professionals to offer holistic financial solutions.
Services
Accounts Preparation
Tax Planning
Bookkeeping
Payroll Services
VAT Advisory
Business Start-Ups
Management Accounts
Corporate Tax
Audit Services
Financial Reporting
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in corporate and personal tax advisory
- Our team holds chartered qualifications from ICAEW and CTA
- We implement cloud-based accounting systems for real-time financial management
- We guarantee timely submission of tax returns and compliance documentation
- Our tax planning strategies have saved clients thousands in liabilities annually
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
- Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA)
What people say
Expert tax planning
Timely submissions
Approachable team
Cost-effective solutions
Comprehensive advice
Services
Accounts Preparation
We prepare accurate statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies in accordance with accounting standards. Our services include year-end accounts preparation within three months of accounting dates, iXBRL coding for Companies House submissions, and management accounts tailored to business needs. Clients receive timely financial insights to support decision-making, budgeting, and tax planning while ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements.
Tax Planning
Our proactive tax planning services optimise clients' financial positions through strategic use of allowances, reliefs, and structuring. We specialise in corporate tax planning, salary/dividend optimisation, capital allowances, and inheritance tax mitigation. By integrating tax strategy with overall financial planning, we help businesses and individuals legally minimise liabilities while maintaining compliance with evolving tax legislation.
Bookkeeping
We provide comprehensive bookkeeping services including transaction recording, bank reconciliation, and cloud-based accounting system implementation. Our services ensure accurate financial records that feed directly into year-end accounts preparation. Using FreeAgent software, we offer real-time financial tracking while maintaining data security and compliance with HMRC's Making Tax Digital requirements for VAT-registered businesses.
Payroll Services
Our payroll services cover RTI reporting, auto-enrolment pension compliance, and payslip generation for businesses of all sizes. We handle PAYE calculations, SSP/SMP processing, and year-end P60 production while ensuring adherence to HMRC deadlines. Clients benefit from reduced administrative burdens and expert guidance on employment-related tax obligations.
Business Start-Ups
We support new businesses with company formation, legal structure selection, and cashflow forecasting. Our services include HMRC and Companies House registration, business plan development, and compliance guidance for VAT and payroll. Start-ups receive tailored advice on accounting software selection and record-keeping practices to establish strong financial foundations.
People
Catherine Bennett
Director
Chartered Accountant and Tax Adviser with 20+ years' experience. Specialises in corporate tax and audit. Holds ICAEW qualifications and the Chris Reay Memorial Prize for exam excellence. Joined Catherine Bennett Ltd in 2015 after working with major Cornwall firms.
Clare Vaughan
Manager
ACCA and ACA qualified accountant with expertise in corporate tax and audit. Former Director at Kelsall Steele Ltd. Holds Business Finance Professional and Charity Accounting diplomas. Joined Catherine Bennett in 2025 after working with Catherine previously.
Helen Gill
Accounts Senior
Over 20 years' experience in accounts preparation and bookkeeping. Specialises in sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. Joined Catherine Bennett Ltd in 2015 after working with two Cornwall-based chartered accountancy firms.
Sophie Lister
Accounts Senior
MAAT qualified with expertise in diverse accounting software. Specialises in management accounts and financial reporting. Joined the company in 2018, bringing analytical skills from her mathematics background.
Hannah Viant
Accounts Senior
MAAT qualified after completing AAT apprenticeship with the firm. Specialises in bookkeeping, VAT, and tax compliance. Provides technical expertise on accounting software while maintaining a client-focused approach.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for limited companies?
We provide full accounts preparation, corporation tax returns, and compliance services for limited companies, including iXBRL coding and Companies House submissions.
How can you help with personal tax planning?
We optimise personal tax positions through strategic use of allowances, reliefs, and income structuring while ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements.
Do you support businesses with Making Tax Digital requirements?
Yes, we implement FreeAgent software for MTD compliance, covering VAT returns and digital record-keeping requirements for businesses.
What payroll services do you provide?
We handle full payroll processing, RTI reporting, auto-enrolment pensions, and year-end procedures for businesses of all sizes.
How do you assist start-up businesses?
We offer company formation, legal structure advice, cashflow forecasting, and compliance guidance tailored to new businesses' specific needs.
What makes your tax advisory service different?
Our chartered tax advisers combine technical expertise with practical business knowledge to deliver tailored, legally compliant tax-saving strategies.
