Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Peterborough
Established in 2001 by Martin Wood and Howard Gross, Gross Klein Wood is a chartered certified accounting firm based in Peterborough. We combine over six decades of collective experience with modern technological solutions to deliver tailored financial services to businesses and individuals across the UK. Our expertise spans core accounting functions, strategic tax planning, payroll management, and specialist advisory services, including business development and forensic accounting. As ACCA-registered auditors and members of the Expert Witness Institute, we maintain rigorous professional standards while prioritising client-centric solutions.Our team of seasoned professionals, including individuals with over 30 years' industry experience, provides actionable insights to help clients optimise financial performance and navigate complex regulatory landscapes. Through proactive tax planning and digital innovation, we empower businesses to grow sustainably while ensuring compliance with evolving HMRC requirements such as Making Tax Digital. Our commitment to transparency, technical excellence, and long-term client relationships has established us as trusted advisors in both local and national markets.
Services
Accounting
Taxation
Bookkeeping
Payroll
VAT Services
Tax Planning
Company Secretarial
Business Start-Ups
Business Valuations
Forensic Accounting
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of combined partner experience in chartered accounting
- Our team includes ACCA-registered auditors and Expert Witness Institute members
- We implement cloud-based accounting software for real-time financial management
- We provide proactive tax planning to ensure minimal compliant tax liabilities
- Our forensic accounting services combine legal expertise with financial analysis
Associations and certifications
- ACCA
- Expert Witness Institute
Services
Accounting
We provide comprehensive accounting services including annual accounts preparation for HMRC and Companies House, monthly management accounts, and financial reporting. Our chartered accountants ensure compliance with UK accounting standards while delivering actionable financial insights. With digital tools and traditional expertise, we help businesses maintain accurate records and make informed strategic decisions.
Taxation
Our tax specialists handle personal and corporate tax returns, VAT registrations, and complex tax compliance matters. We ensure accurate submissions to HMRC while identifying legitimate opportunities for tax efficiency. With expertise in corporation tax, self-assessment, and VAT schemes, we help clients navigate the UK's evolving tax landscape with confidence and compliance.
Bookkeeping
We offer complete bookkeeping solutions aligned with HMRC's Making Tax Digital requirements. Using cloud-based platforms like Xero and QuickBooks, we maintain accurate financial records, manage accounts payable/receivable, and prepare year-end documentation. Our services ensure businesses maintain real-time financial visibility while meeting statutory obligations through modern digital systems.
Payroll
Our payroll experts manage full-cycle payroll processing for SMEs across the UK. We handle salary calculations, tax deductions, auto-enrolment pensions, and HMRC submissions using secure online systems. By maintaining compliance with employment regulations and providing payslips within 24 hours, we ensure businesses meet their obligations while employees receive accurate, timely payments.
VAT Services
We specialise in VAT compliance for businesses requiring registration, return preparation, and scheme optimisation. Our team explains complex VAT requirements in plain language, helps clients choose appropriate schemes, and ensures accurate submissions. From VAT registration thresholds to Making Tax Digital implementation, we provide practical solutions to manage VAT liabilities while maintaining full HMRC compliance.
People
Martin Wood
Managing Partner
With over 30 years' experience, Martin provides strategic accounting expertise and forensic accounting services. As an ACCA and ICAEW member, he specialises in business valuations and expert witness testimony for legal cases.
Howard Gross
Partner
A qualified CTA and former ICAEW council member, Howard brings specialist tax planning knowledge. He focuses on corporate tax strategy and advises businesses on complex compliance matters through his extensive industry experience.
Louis
Senior Accountant
With six years' experience, Louis specialises in business accounting systems and tax compliance. He provides tailored financial advice to SMEs, focusing on practical solutions for growth-oriented businesses seeking operational efficiency.
Penny
Practice Administrator
Penny manages administrative systems for legal clients, ensuring smooth operations. With prior experience in high-profile administrative roles, she coordinates client management systems and supports the firm's legal accounting services.
Isaac
Consultant
Isaac offers specialist project support with 15 years' accounting experience. He consults on complex financial projects, providing technical expertise to enhance business performance and regulatory compliance for corporate clients.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide annual accounts preparation, management accounts, bookkeeping, and financial reporting services compliant with HMRC and Companies House requirements using both traditional and digital methods.
How do you handle tax planning?
Our proactive tax planning identifies legitimate opportunities to reduce liabilities while maintaining compliance. We offer year-round advice on personal, corporate, and VAT tax optimisation strategies.
Can you assist with payroll processing?
Yes, we manage full payroll services including salary calculations, tax deductions, auto-enrolment, and HMRC submissions using secure online platforms for businesses of all sizes.
Do you support business start-ups?
We offer comprehensive start-up support including business structure advice, cashflow projections, company formation, and ongoing accounting services tailored to new businesses.
What specialist accounting services are available?
We provide forensic accounting, business valuations, expert witness testimony, and company secretarial services alongside standard accounting functions for corporate and individual clients.
