L J O'Brien Chartered Accountants

At L J O'Brien Accountants, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding customer service and providing a comprehensive range of services to assist small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals, with their financial and accounting needs. With a rich history dating back to 2001, our accountancy practice is based on the outskirts of Chester, close to Ellesmere Port, and has expanded significantly since its inception.

Our Team

Our team of fully qualified Chartered accountants, led by Lorna J O'Brien and John R O'Brien, has a wealth of experience in the industry, having worked in various positions within the NHS, private sector, and commerce. With extensive knowledge of financial regulations and best practices, our team is dedicated to providing expert advice and support to our clients.

Our Services

We offer a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the unique needs of our clients. Some of the services we provide include:

Final Accounts Preparation

We prepare annual accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, ensuring that they comply with accepted accounting standards and principles. Our experienced accountants will work closely with you to ensure that your accounts are prepared with the minimum disruption to your business.

Tax Returns

We prepare tax computations and returns from business accounts and submit these to HMRC, advising on the amount of tax to pay and when it is due for payment. Additionally, we can deal with general enquiries from HMRC and advise clients on becoming VAT registered or de-registered.

Payroll & VAT

We manage clients' payrolls and ensure that all RTI requirements are met. We also provide payroll reports, payslips, and advice on end-of-year returns. Furthermore, we can assist in the preparation and submission of VAT returns and deal with any enquiries from HMRC.

Excel Modelling, Analysis, and KPI Reporting

We design spreadsheets to help keep track of clients' businesses and review their operations to identify Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that can be used to monitor and track business performance. Our expertise in Excel modelling and analysis enables us to provide valuable insights and recommendations to our clients.

Implementation of Computerised Accounting Systems

We offer advice on a variety of computerised accounting systems and can assist in the setting up of these systems with our clients' businesses in mind. We can also provide training on book-keeping, computerised accounts, and spreadsheets.

General Business Advice

We offer general business advice on setting up in business, including advice on business structure and registration for PAYE, VAT, and other taxes. Additionally, we can review clients' businesses and offer advice on maximising income or reducing costs.

Business Advice Service

We are part of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales business advice service, offering expert guidance and support to our clients.

Get in Touch

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our services, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. You can reach us by phone, email, or by using our contact form.