Business Details
24 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Weston-super-Mare
Established in 2002, we are a family-run accountancy practice dedicated to delivering personalized financial solutions. Our expertise spans business and personal taxation, bookkeeping, and compliance services, tailored to meet the unique needs of owner-managed businesses, sole traders, and individuals across Somerset and the surrounding areas. With a focus on flexibility, we accommodate non-traditional working hours to align with our clients' schedules. Our team combines extensive commercial experience with specialist qualifications, including Chartered Tax Adviser status and ACCA Gold Award recognition. We prioritise building long-term relationships through transparent communication and proactive support, ensuring clients can concentrate on business growth while we manage their financial obligations.Our commitment to compliance with evolving regulations, including Making Tax Digital requirements, provides clients with confidence in our services. We offer cloud-based accounting solutions and software expertise, including Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks, to streamline financial processes. Our directors bring decades of combined experience, having worked with major retail brands and leading local accountancy firms. We provide tailored guidance for business start-ups, from company formation to cash flow forecasting, and support ongoing operations through payroll, CIS returns, and corporate tax planning. Our approach balances technical proficiency with a personal touch, ensuring clients receive both expert advice and genuine care.
Services
Business Accounting
Personal Tax Returns
Bookkeeping
VAT Returns
Payroll Services
CIS Returns
Tax Planning
Company Formation
Cloud Accounting
Management Accounts
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer flexible services tailored to non-traditional working hours
- Our team includes Chartered Tax Advisers and ACCA Gold Award winners
- Established in 2002 with deep local business knowledge
- We provide compliant solutions for Making Tax Digital requirements
- Personalised support combining technical expertise with genuine care
Associations and certifications
- The Chartered Institute of Taxation
Services
Business Accounting
We provide comprehensive accounting solutions for businesses, including statutory accounts preparation, management reporting, and financial performance monitoring. Our services ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while offering insights to support business growth. With expertise in both traditional and cloud-based accounting systems, we deliver tailored financial management solutions.
Personal Tax Returns
Our tax specialists prepare and submit self-assessment returns for individuals, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations. We provide guidance on tax-efficient strategies and handle all correspondence with tax authorities. Our service minimises risk of penalties while optimising legitimate tax-saving opportunities for private clients.
Payroll Services
We manage complete payroll processing including statutory payments, P11D reporting, and auto-enrolment pension compliance. Our services ensure accurate employee payments and HMRC compliance. We also provide payslip distribution and payroll advisory support tailored to business requirements.
VAT Returns
We handle all aspects of VAT compliance, including return preparation, scheme administration, and HMRC correspondence. Our expertise covers flat rate, cash, and annual accounting schemes. We ensure timely submissions and provide strategic advice to optimise VAT positions while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Business Start-Ups
We support new businesses with company formation, structure selection, and cash flow forecasting. Our services include HMRC registrations and software advice to establish effective financial systems. We provide ongoing guidance to help start-ups navigate regulatory requirements and achieve sustainable growth.
People
Sheila Rhodes
Founding Director
MAAT qualified with extensive commercial experience, Sheila founded Arcadia in 2002 after successfully managing a major retail brand subsidiary. She specialises in providing accessible accountancy services to SMEs and individuals.
Michelle Parsons
Tax Specialist
CTA and FCCA qualified, Michelle joined in 2016 with specialist tax expertise. As an ACCA Gold Award winner, she provides comprehensive tax planning and compliance services, combining technical excellence with practical business advice for clients.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for businesses?
We provide accounts preparation, bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, CIS returns, and corporate tax compliance services tailored to your business needs.
Do you support business start-ups?
Yes, we offer comprehensive start-up support including company formation, cash flow forecasting, and selection of appropriate business structures.
What personal tax services do you provide?
We prepare and submit self-assessment tax returns, offer tax planning advice, and handle HMRC compliance matters for individuals.
Are you qualified to handle complex tax matters?
Our team includes Chartered Tax Advisers and ACCA-qualified professionals with expertise in corporation tax, R&D claims, and tax investigations.
Do you offer cloud accounting solutions?
Yes, we are Xero accredited partners and support Sage, QuickBooks, and other cloud-based accounting software with tailored implementation.
