Explore THP’s business accounting services
At THP, we aim to provide you with business accounting services that are tailored to your circumstances. Use the links below to learn more about how we can help you, or get in touch today to discuss your needs.
Business accounting basics
There are some things that businesses just have to deal with. Accounts, VAT returns, payroll hassles, accounting software. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back. Our core business accounting services are designed to keep things ticking over smoothly, freeing up your time to do what you do best.
Annual accounts
It’s a chore, but your business needs to submit annual accounts to Companies House every year, as well as filing a Corporation Tax return to HMRC. Our business accounting service takes care of both your annual accounts and your company tax return, freeing up your time and giving you peace of mind that they are accurate and compliant.
Learn MoreVAT return services
If your business has a taxable turnover of £90,000 or more, you need to submit regular VAT returns to HMRC. Our VAT return services not only help ensure your returns are glitch-free and filed on time, but our specialist accountants can help you with VAT tax planning – potentially saving you money.
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Good bookkeeping keeps your accounts in tip-top shape and makes them easier to interpret. If you’d like a professional to take care of your books, our outsourced bookkeeping services are just for you. We can either come to you, take care of your bookkeeping at our offices, or do a bit of both!
Explore our bookkeeping servicePayroll outsourcing
A hassle-free payroll outsourcing service is a no-brainer, particularly if your staff change frequently or work unpredictable hours. Our outsourced payroll team will make sure everyone gets paid accurately and on time, and you could find our service costs you less per employee than struggling with payroll in-house.
Learn about payroll outsourcingCloud accounting software
There are so many different kinds of cloud accounting software out there. If you use THP for accounting services for business, our accountants can work with all the main cloud-based accounting packages. If you’re not happy with your current cloud accounting software, we can also recommend a solution that will meet your needs – and sometimes provide it for free!
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Business profitability services
At THP, we believe good business accounting services should offer more than just help with day-to-day compliance work. That’s why we offer a range of useful options designed to make your business more profitable, whether through tax planning, management accounts that work hard for you, or polite and effective outsourced credit control.
Corporation Tax planning
You have to pay Corporation Tax, but are you making the most of the tax breaks open to you? Could you find strategies that would lower your tax band, saving you money? Our Corporation Tax planning services will help you make sure you keep your bills to a minimum, potentially freeing up money for business investment.
Corporation Tax servicesManagement accounts
Your books might be up to date, but do you really know how to use your figures to make strategic decisions? This is where our management accounts service comes into its own. Our business accountants are a bit like codebreakers – they’ll take your financial data and give you the analysis and information you need to run, improve and grow your business.
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Credit control services
Late payments can seriously damage your cash flow. Yet there’s a tricky balance between pushing clients to pay their debts and maintaining a good relationship with them. Our outsourced credit control services solve that problem for you. All members of the team belong to the Chartered Institute of Credit Management and they’re expert at solving payment issues while remaining on good terms with your clients.
Credit control services
Business innovation help
Innovation is not only great for your business, but it can pay! Our business accounting services not only provide you with up-to-date advice on Research & Development Tax Credits, but we are also highly experienced at helping firms unlock Innovate UK funding thanks to our grant audit services.
R&D Tax Credit services
R&D Tax Credits can be complex and, if you get your claims wrong, HMRC won’t hesitate to claw money back. Our experts can help you plan and make your claims if you use our R&D Tax Credit Services. Get in touch today to learn how we can help.
R&D Tax Credits helpGrant audit services
You can release Innovate UK / UKRI or government grant funding fast with our popular grant audit services. Thanks to our efficient and expert grant audit team,100% of our clients have drawn down funds as a result of our work. If you need a grant audit in a hurry, you’ll also be impressed by our turnaround times.
Grant audits
Audit
If you need a statutory audit, you don’t need to go to one of the huge auditing firms. Our dedicated team has specialised in providing efficient audit services for medium-sized businesses since the 1980s. Thanks to modern technology, our audits are fast, effective and cause minimum disruption to your business.
Audit services
Whether you need a statutory audit, or you need an audit for any other reason, our audit services team will be delighted to help you. Follow the link below to learn more and to get an instant online audit quote.
Audit services
More accounting services for business
When you are a THP client, you can get more than just the normal business accountancy services. We work alongside you to help grow your business, offering a variety of extra services as you need them. Below are some of the key additional services we can offer you.
Financial due diligence
If you’re thinking of buying, investing or merging with another company, it’s essential to minimise risk by undertaking financial due diligence. Our team can give you a detailed review of a company’s metrics and financial statements, allowing you to make a proper assessment of its financial health.
Financial due diligenceCorporate finance services
If your business needs finance, it’s unlikely that your bank will give you the best deal. Our corporate finance services, offered by an experienced Commercial Financial Broker, give you access to over 150 lenders able to offer you a wide range of loans, mortgages and other finance.
Corporate finance servicesBusiness valuation
There are lots of reasons why you might need a business valuation. One thing’s for certain: you need to get it right if you want to avoid being out of pocket or putting off prospective buyers. Our business valuation service helps you get an accurate figure, making sure to take into account the important tangible assets you own.
Request a business valuationMergers and acquisitions services
Mergers and acquisitions can be a smart move, but if you get them wrong they can saddle you with hidden costs or nasty financial surprises. That’s where our mergers and acquisitions services can help you – our accountants have dirt-under-the-fingernails experience of creating the successful strategies you need.
Mergers & acquisitions helpBusiness exit planning
Good business exit planning is essential if you’re thinking of retiring, looking to sell a stake in your firm, face a management buyout or want to pass on your company to your family. Our business exit planning specialists will help tailor your exit strategy to your needs, working to maximise your gains and keep your tax bills low.
Business exit planningMeet the THP business accounting team
Kirsty Demeza
With a portfolio that ranges from startups to companies with a £10 million turnover, Kirsty’s talent for working closely with her clients ensures her services remain in strong demand. “When you help a new business and watch it expand into new premises and secure big contracts, it’s a great feeling,” she says. As well as providing accounting services for business that range from tax planning and VAT to audit and accounts, Kirsty’s part of THP’s sales team and closely involved in helping our trainees to develop their skills.
Mark Ingle
An owner-manager business specialist, Mark is adept at building relationships with our clients. “I like to help firms to grow and succeed and our business accounting services team has a lot to offer them.” Having worked for accountancy practices in London and Essex, Mark is experienced at supporting businesses of all sizes. For him, THP stands out because of its “local firm approach with the resources of a larger practice.”
Lee Daley
As one of our Responsible Individuals (RIs), Lee is able to sign off audits and is experienced at working with larger clients. He is well known for developing strong relationships with firms, providing them with friendly and transparent business accounting services. Lee began his career with THP and has built up decades of experience, which he is always keen to share: “I like to give guidance where I can, and I think people see me as being approachable and someone who can help.”
Kate Brasser
Kate has a deep understanding of owner-managed businesses, including growing companies and larger firms. She also has significant experience in supporting clients, helping them to plan for the future and to thrive – skills which she brings to all of her business accounting specialisms. She explains: “No two businesses are exactly the same and I enjoy helping to meet their individual needs. It’s satisfying when you’ve pulled a lot of complex information together and provided your client with a service that exceeds their expectations.”
Debbie West
Debbie takes a tailored approach to working with businesses and often deals with clients looking for tax planning advice. To do this, she likes to gain a thorough understanding of what clients do and provide a tailored service. “How I help clients depends on their aims. It could be tax efficient remuneration planning, making full use of expense claims, pension contributions, or something else,” she explains. Job satisfaction is important to her: “Knowing I have been thorough and produced an accurate result is key to providing excellent business accounting services.”
Jennifer Creevy
With an academic background in Natural Sciences, including quantum chemistry and pure mathematics, Jennifer brings an analytical and detail-oriented mind to accountancy. The majority of her work is split between statutory audit and the preparation of annual accounts, although she is just as adept at other business accounting services such as bookkeeping and VAT returns. She particularly likes visiting clients who work in different industries and witnessing how accounting services can transform their businesses. Jennifer loves puzzles and thinks of accountancy as being very much like Sudoku: “It’s all about getting the right number in the right box”.
