Business Details
14 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Saffron Walden
P B H Accounting is a family-run accountancy firm established in 2012, dedicated to supporting small businesses and individuals across Saffron Walden, Cambridge, and surrounding areas. With over 40 years of combined experience from our founders Paul and Abigail Barker, we specialise in providing tailored chartered accountancy services that prioritise transparency, flexibility, and personal service. Our expertise spans corporation tax, personal tax, VAT compliance, and financial planning, with a commitment to simplifying complex financial matters for our clients. We offer evening appointments and on-site visits to accommodate busy schedules, ensuring every client receives individual attention.Our services are designed to meet the unique needs of sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, with competitive pricing and no hidden fees. By maintaining proactive communication and providing timely reminders for tax deadlines, we help businesses stay compliant while focusing on growth. Our local presence and deep understanding of small business challenges enable us to deliver cost-effective solutions that build long-term trust and reliability.
Services
Sole Traders
Partnerships
Limited Companies
Personal Tax
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined chartered accountancy experience.
- Our team provides flexible evening appointments and on-site visits.
- We specialise in tailored solutions for local small businesses.
- We guarantee transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
- Our proactive communication ensures timely tax deadline reminders.
What people say
Personal service
Proactive communication
Transparent pricing
Reliable expertise
Flexible appointments
Services
Sole Traders
Our sole trader package provides comprehensive tax and accountancy support tailored to self-employed individuals. We handle self-assessment returns, tax planning, and year-end accounts, ensuring compliance while minimising liabilities. Clients benefit from fixed pricing starting at 210 (+VAT) per year, with flexible evening appointments and direct HMRC representation included.
Partnerships
We offer bespoke accounting solutions for partnerships, including tax return preparation, VAT compliance, and profit-sharing guidance. Our services ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance, with pricing starting at 350 (+VAT) per year. We also assist with partnership agreement structuring to clarify roles and financial responsibilities.
Limited Companies
Specialised support for limited companies covering statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, and Companies House filings. Our package includes VAT submission and management accounts, starting at 750 (+VAT) annually. We provide strategic tax advice to optimise financial efficiency and ensure full regulatory compliance.
Personal Tax
We simplify personal tax affairs with self-assessment preparation, capital gains tax guidance, and allowance maximisation strategies. Services start at 175 (+VAT) per year, including HMRC correspondence and tailored advice on reducing current and future tax liabilities for individuals with complex income streams.
People
Paul Barker
Chartered Accountant
Paul qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2004 after working at Price Bailey. He has held senior roles at PA Consulting Group and Kier Group, bringing extensive corporate experience to small business support. He focuses on simplifying accountancy for clients while balancing family time and sports activities.
Abigail Barker
Chartered Accountant
Abigail qualified in 2008 after training at Price Bailey LLP. Her expertise includes personal tax, VAT, and limited company compliance. A keen horse rider and mother of two, she champions flexible service delivery, offering evening appointments and on-site visits to accommodate client needs.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide tailored services for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, including tax returns, VAT compliance, annual accounts, and financial planning. All packages include HMRC representation and flexible appointment options.
Do you serve businesses outside Saffron Walden?
Yes, we support clients across Cambridge, Newmarket, Haverhill, Linton, Sawston, and surrounding areas, with remote services available for clients beyond our local region.
Are your prices fixed or variable?
We offer fixed pricing for core packages starting at £175 (+VAT) for personal tax and £750 (+VAT) for limited companies, with no hidden fees or unexpected costs.
Can you help with urgent tax deadlines?
While we recommend advance planning, we prioritise timely submissions and provide proactive deadline reminders to ensure compliance, with emergency support available for critical situations.
How do you ensure client confidentiality?
We adhere to strict data protection standards, using secure systems and encrypted communications to protect client information in compliance with UK privacy regulations.
