Business Details
17 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants and Business Advisors in Torquay
We are qualified accountants with extensive experience in the leisure industry, providing tailored financial and business advisory services to small and medium enterprises across Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, and Dorset. Our team combines technical expertise with sector-specific knowledge, offering annual accounts preparation, tax compliance, payroll services, and strategic operational advice. With over 40 years of cumulative experience, we utilise modern accounting software and proprietary spreadsheets to deliver cost-effective solutions.Our client-centric approach ensures personalised support, combining rigorous financial management with actionable insights to enhance profitability. Recognised for our expertise in hospitality, retail, and tourism sectors, we prioritise transparency, fixed-fee pricing, and proactive client engagement.
Services
Accountancy Services
Tax Planning
Payroll Management
Financial Consultancy
Business Advisory
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- 40+ years combined experience in accountancy and leisure sector operations
- Tailored spreadsheets for tight financial control and performance tracking
- Specialist knowledge in hospitality, retail, and tourism tax regulations
- Fixed-fee pricing structure with transparent cost management
- Proactive business advisory services combining accounting and operational expertise
Associations and certifications
- ACCA
- FMAAT
- FCCA
- MAAT
What people say
Fantastic business support
Highly competent accountant
Personal approach
Excellent value
Proactive advice
Services
Accountancy Services
We provide comprehensive accountancy services including annual accounts preparation, management reporting, and bookkeeping. Our team handles businesses from 10k to 10m turnover, using cloud-based software and proprietary spreadsheets. Clients benefit from tailored financial control systems specifically designed for hospitality and retail sectors, ensuring accurate statutory compliance and actionable performance insights.
Tax Planning
Our tax services cover income tax, corporation tax, VAT, and capital gains tax for SMEs. We specialise in complex hospitality sector tax issues including property-related allowances, shared utility apportionment, and vehicle taxation strategies. With expertise in integral feature claims and tax-efficient business structuring, we help clients minimise liabilities while maintaining full HMRC compliance through proactive planning and accurate return submissions.
Payroll Management
We deliver complete payroll services including real-time information submissions, wage calculations, and tax code management. Our systems integrate with industry-specific requirements for hospitality businesses, handling complex shift patterns and seasonal employment. Clients receive statutory compliance assurance alongside strategic advice on employment cost optimisation and PAYE-related tax efficiencies.
Business Advisory
Combining accountancy expertise with sector operational experience, we offer strategic business advice to leisure industry clients. Our services include profitability analysis, cost control strategies, and commercial consultancy for hotels, pubs, and restaurants. We provide actionable insights through financial performance benchmarking and tailored management accounts, helping businesses improve margins and operational efficiency.
Financial Consultancy
We offer specialist financial consultancy services for SMEs requiring part-time FD support. This includes cashflow forecasting, investment appraisal, and business planning. Our team provides strategic guidance on capital allowances, business restructuring, and growth financing options, particularly for property-intensive businesses in the tourism sector.
People
Alan Knight
Founder & FCCA Accountant
Qualified accountant with 40+ years' experience in hospitality and leisure sectors. Former general manager of hotels and attractions, now providing tax expertise and business strategy. Specialises in capital allowances and complex tax planning.
Claire Carter
Practice Manager & ACCA
ACCA-qualified accountant with 10 years' leadership experience. Manages client relationships and oversees all accountancy services. Brings commercial experience from real estate and automotive sectors to support diverse client needs.
Chris
Chartered Certified Accountant
Experienced in annual accounts preparation and tax compliance for SMEs. Specialises in supporting smaller clients with financial reporting and business advisory services. Provides practical solutions for cashflow management and regulatory compliance.
Will
Accounts Manager & MAAT
Qualified accounting technician managing day-to-day client accounts. Handles monthly bookkeeping and VAT returns for medium-sized businesses. Specialises in hospitality sector financial reporting and management accounts production.
Tasmin
Payroll Specialist & MAAT
Payroll expert with property management experience. Manages HMRC communications and statutory compliance. Provides tailored payroll solutions for seasonal businesses in the tourism sector.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide annual accounts preparation, bookkeeping, VAT returns, and management accounts tailored to businesses with turnover up to £10m, using cloud software and proprietary spreadsheets.
Do you specialise in specific industry sectors?
We focus on hospitality, retail, tourism, and property management sectors, combining accounting expertise with operational experience in these industries.
What tax services do you provide?
We handle income tax, corporation tax, VAT, and capital gains tax compliance, with specialist knowledge of hospitality sector tax issues including property allowances.
Can you provide business advisory services?
Yes, we offer strategic advice on profitability improvement, cost control, and business planning, leveraging our operational experience in leisure industries.
What are your fee structures?
We use fixed-fee pricing starting from £180 for personal tax returns to £4,000 for full service packages, with transparent cost management.
Do you offer initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations to discuss your business needs and determine how we can support your financial management requirements.
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