Accounts Preparation

A fast, efficient, highly computerised service for all business entities be they limited companies, partnerships, sole traders or freelance individuals. We also prepare management accounts, profit forecasts and cash flow forecasts to satisfy all business needs. We are able to provide cover for staff on a short-term basis should the need arise in your organisation.

Assurance Reports

As the audit threshold has been significantly raised in recent years for limited companies, there are much fewer companies required by company law to undertake a full audit of their accounts. We are however, able to offer a degree of assurance to directors and shareholders in respect of the accounts figures as well as providing PAYE health checks, VAT health checks and assurance of other liabilities and asset valuation.

Audit

As a firm of registered auditors, we are able to provide full statutory audits of company financial statements.

Bookkeeping

Blinkhorns employs a team of ten handling the needs of all types of business from small traders to large commercial companies. Bookkeeping services include accounts preparation, VAT, cash flow forecasts, payroll, credit control, bank liaison and payments to suppliers. Whether you just need help in reviewing your quarterly VAT return or assistance with your entire bookkeeping function we are able to assist.

We are also able to provide cover for short-term staff absences or in times of other business pressures.

Payroll

We manage and operate payroll schemes for more than 100 businesses. All payroll functions are dealt with including preparation and electronic filing of end of year PAYE returns, preparation of forms P45, preparation of forms P11D and employment law advice. We utilise the services of a specialist HR consultant who is able to assist with any employment related issues. .

Specialist Business Advice

We advise businesses on detailed company restructure, preparation of business plans, acquisitions and sales, due diligence work, shareholders and directors agreements, partnership agreements and company valuations.

Tax

We have built up a good working relationship and reputation with H M Revenue & Customs over many years.

Although all firms offer advice on matters concerning income tax, corporation tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax and VAT we also provide the following services:

• International tax - we have vast experience in overseas tax work particularly in the United States. We also have direct links with accounting firms worldwide, in particular in the USA, Canada, Australia, Cyprus and France.
• Offshore structures
• Specialist VAT advice
• Tax planning for entertainers
• Tax enquiry work