Business Details
48 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Bedford
Collett Hulance is a long-established firm of Chartered Certified Accountants with a team of nearly thirty professionals. We pride ourselves on maintaining a small practice feel with a personal touch, ensuring clients have consistent points of contact and prompt support. Our services span year-end accounts, tax returns, audit, payroll, and business development, tailored to meet the specific needs of businesses and individuals. We specialise in tax planning, compliance, and advisory services for sectors including agriculture, property development, healthcare, and manufacturing. With over four decades of experience, we combine in-house expertise with external partnerships to deliver comprehensive financial solutions.Our commitment to efficiency ensures adherence to regulatory deadlines while minimising client stress. We serve clients locally in Bedford and nationwide, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and expertise. Our team includes specialists in tax, audit, and business strategy, supported by strong networks of consultants and industry professionals. We focus on understanding each client's unique circumstances to provide strategic advice on business growth, succession planning, and wealth retention. Our approach blends traditional accounting practices with modern technology, including cloud-based systems like Xero and Sage, to offer flexible and innovative solutions.
Services
Year-end Accounts
Tax Returns
Bookkeeping and VAT
Audit
Tax Planning
Payroll
Business Development
Agricultural Accounting
Charity Services
Succession Planning
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in accountancy and tax advisory services.
- Our team provides tailored solutions for specialist sectors including agriculture and manufacturing.
- We offer efficient compliance systems to ensure HMRC and Companies House deadlines are met.
- Our in-house tax experts deliver strategic planning for income, capital gains, and inheritance tax.
- We combine personal service with modern technology like cloud-based accounting software.
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
What people say
Efficient and professional audit process
Helped us make business improvements
Always available when needed
Expert tax advice for high-net-worth individuals
Strong agricultural sector knowledge
Services
Year-end Accounts
We prepare company, partnership, and sole trader accounts from business records, ensuring compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements. Our systems monitor deadlines to prevent penalties. Clients receive detailed discussions of their accounts and tailored filing support.
Tax Returns
We file annual tax returns for individuals and corporate clients, calculating liabilities and advising on payments. We specialise in tax-efficient structures for high-net-worth individuals and provide year-round advisory services.
Bookkeeping and VAT
We manage online VAT filing and bookkeeping using Sage, Xero, and cloud systems. Our services include software training and compliance support to meet Making Tax Digital requirements for small businesses.
Audit
Our audit services go beyond compliance, offering business process reviews and system improvements. We provide management information to strengthen operations while reassuring lenders and creditors about business integrity.
Tax Planning
We advise on income tax, national insurance, capital gains, and inheritance tax strategies. Our experts review business structures, will arrangements, and investments to maximise tax reliefs and mitigate liabilities.
People
Michael Hill
Chartered Certified Accountant
With over 20 years in accountancy, Michael specialises in tax planning and business advisory. He leads client relationships, focusing on agricultural and manufacturing sectors. His expertise in compliance and strategic growth supports long-term client success.
Mr A P Hooker
Client Advisor
A trusted advisor for business owners, Mr Hooker provides payroll, taxation, and finance solutions. His hands-on approach ensures clients receive practical advice on regulatory compliance and business expansion.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide year-end accounts, tax returns, audit, payroll, bookkeeping, VAT, and business development services for businesses and individuals.
Do you specialise in specific industries?
Yes, we specialise in agriculture, property development, healthcare, manufacturing, independent schools, and not-for-profit organisations.
How do you handle tax planning?
Our in-house tax experts create strategies to minimise income, capital gains, and inheritance tax while ensuring compliance with current legislation.
Are you based in Bedford?
Yes, our offices are at 40 Kimbolton Road, Bedford MK40 2NR, with clients across the UK.
Can you assist with cloud accounting software?
We support Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, and Farmplan, offering training and guidance for modern bookkeeping solutions.
