Business Details
32 Years
experience
Expert Accounting Services in Poole, Dorset
Established in 1994, The Accounting Bureau has built a reputation for delivering comprehensive accountancy solutions tailored to small and medium-sized enterprises. Our expertise spans statutory compliance, financial reporting, payroll management, and strategic business advisory services. We prioritise hands-on client engagement, offering bespoke systems implementation and cloud accounting integration to enhance operational efficiency.With a team of seasoned professionals, we combine technical proficiency with a client-centric approach, ensuring transparent communication and fixed-fee structures. Our Xero accreditation underscores our commitment to leveraging technology for financial optimisation, while our free initial consultation reflects confidence in our ability to deliver measurable value.
Services
Annual Accounts
Book Keeping
Company Formations
Management Accounts
Payroll Services
Pension Enrolment
Tax Planning
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- 25+ years providing tailored accounting solutions for SMEs
- Xero accredited partners with cloud accounting expertise
- Fixed-fee pricing with no hidden charges
- Free initial consultation and business review
- Hands-on systems implementation for operational efficiency
Associations and certifications
- Xero
What people say
Dedicated and professional service
Expert advice and experience
Reliable and valuable team member
Professional and efficient support
Instrumental in business success
Services
Annual Accounts Preparation
We prepare statutory annual accounts in accordance with accounting standards, ensuring compliance while identifying tax planning opportunities. Our service includes profit analysis, bookkeeping recommendations, and HMRC submission support. Professionally prepared accounts enhance credibility with financial institutions and business partners.
Payroll Services
Full payroll management covering PAYE, NI, statutory payments, and compliance reporting. We handle payslip generation, tax code updates, and pension auto-enrolment. Our service ensures adherence to national living wage regulations and timely HMRC submissions.
Company Formations
Bespoke limited company creation with tailored documentation. Includes incorporation, tax registrations, and shareholder structuring. We provide ongoing compliance support and business plan forecasting to ensure smooth operations from establishment.
Management Accounts
Monthly or quarterly management accounts with performance analysis. We provide cashflow tracking, profitability insights, and statutory disclosure guidance to support informed business decision-making and growth planning.
Tax Planning
Comprehensive tax services covering corporation tax, self-assessment, and tax minimisation strategies. We ensure compliance with current legislation while identifying legitimate opportunities to reduce tax liabilities for businesses and individuals.
People
Chandra Ashfield
Managing Director
Founder with 25+ years' experience in accountancy services. Specialises in treasury operations and strategic business advisory, focusing on medical practice financial management and long-term client partnerships.
Adrian Carr
Practice Manager
Responsible for accounts management and client liaison. Brings extensive experience in producing timely financial reports and delivering practical accounting solutions to diverse business sectors.
Wendy Dennis
Payroll Administrator
Specialises in payroll processing and automatic enrolment compliance. Combines payroll expertise with operational management experience from running her own care business.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for SMEs?
We provide annual accounts preparation, bookkeeping, management accounts, payroll, tax planning, and company formation services tailored to small and medium businesses.
Are your fees fixed or hourly based?
We offer fixed-fee pricing structures quoted in advance, with optional hourly rate arrangements available depending on client preference and service complexity.
Do you offer cloud accounting solutions?
Yes, we are Xero accredited partners providing cloud accounting implementation and support to improve financial management efficiency and real-time reporting capabilities.
How do you support new business formations?
We offer complete company setup services including incorporation, tax registrations, documentation preparation, and initial business planning with ongoing compliance support.
What specialist sectors do you work with?
While serving diverse industries, we have particular expertise in medical practice financial management and school accounting requirements through long-standing client relationships.
Can you help with pension auto-enrolment obligations?
Yes, we manage full pension compliance including scheme setup, employee eligibility assessments, contribution calculations, and statutory reporting requirements for UK employers.
