Business Details
24 Years
experience
Chartered Accountants in Swindon
Established in 2002, Lawrence Rose is a Chartered Accountancy practice based in Swindon, offering tailored financial solutions for small businesses and individuals. Our team combines extensive industry experience with a commitment to personalized service, ensuring clients receive clear, practical advice. We specialise in limited company accounts, tax planning, VAT compliance, and business structure consultancy, prioritising transparency and avoiding aggressive tax avoidance schemes. With a client-centric approach, we provide initial free consultations and maintain open communication to address specific needs.Our expertise extends to bookkeeping under Making Tax Digital requirements, payroll services, and startup guidance. Recognised for our responsiveness and reliability, we aim to alleviate financial burdens while helping clients optimise their business strategies. Backed by positive client testimonials, we strive to be the preferred accounting partner for businesses in Swindon and surrounding areas.
Services
Company Accounts
Tax Returns
VAT Advice
Bookkeeping
Business Structure Advice
Startup Consultancy
Payroll Services
Tax Planning
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in small business accounting
- Our team provides transparent fee structures with no hidden costs
- Specialists in IR35 and VAT compliance for contractors
- Offer free initial consultations to understand client needs
- Maintain 100% client confidentiality and ethical standards
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
What people say
Highly recommend my accountant
Services
Company Accounts
Preparation of limited company accounts meeting Companies House requirements. Includes profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and directors' reports. Ensures compliance with accounting standards and filing deadlines.
Tax Returns
Preparation of self-assessment and corporation tax returns. Covers income tax, capital gains, and business tax liabilities. Includes deadline tracking and HMRC correspondence.
VAT Advice
Guidance on VAT registration thresholds, scheme selection, and return submissions. Provides MTD-ready bookkeeping systems and voluntary disclosure assistance when required.
Business Structure Advice
Comparative analysis of limited company versus sole trader structures. Considers tax efficiency, liability protection, and administrative requirements to determine optimal business setup.
Startup Consultancy
Guidance for new businesses covering registration processes, tax obligations, and financial planning. Includes cashflow forecasting and initial accounting system implementation.
People
Ian Lawrence
Chartered Accountant
BSc ACA qualified with Ernst & Young in 1993. Provides expert tax and accounting advice, leveraging 30+ years of experience to support business growth and compliance.
Anne Hall
Bookkeeper
Experienced bookkeeper managing VAT returns and financial records. Ensures accurate and timely submissions for clients' tax compliance requirements.
Marion Morris
Payroll Administrator
Handles payroll processing and client communications. Manages administrative support functions and credit control processes for business clients.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for limited companies?
We prepare statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, and handle Companies House filings for limited companies.
Do you provide VAT advice for small businesses?
Yes, we offer VAT registration guidance, flat rate scheme assessments, and MTD-compliant submissions.
Can you help contractors with IR35 compliance?
Our specialists provide IR35 status assessments and tax planning strategies for contractors.
What business structure options do you advise on?
We compare limited company versus sole trader structures based on your specific tax and liability considerations.
Do you offer bookkeeping services?
Yes, we provide full bookkeeping support including payroll processing and Making Tax Digital compliance.
