Business Details
Your Trusted Exeter Accounting Partner
Established in 2025, Sidaways Chartered Accountants Chartered Accountants has built a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses and individuals seeking expert financial guidance. Our team of fully qualified chartered accountants combines decades of experience with cutting-edge technology, including Xero Platinum Partner status, to deliver tailored accounting solutions. We specialise in simplifying complex financial processes through fixed-fee structures, ensuring transparency and cost predictability for clients ranging from sole traders to limited companies.Our client-centric approach focuses on long-term relationships, offering year-round support to help clients navigate tax compliance, cash flow management, and strategic business growth. Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, we prioritise continuous professional development to maintain technical excellence while leveraging cloud-based accounting systems like Xero and Dext to enhance operational efficiency for our clients.
Services
Accounts Preparation
Tax Services
Cash Flow Management
Xero Accounting
Payroll Services
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We operate as a Xero Platinum Partner with specialist software expertise
- Our fixed-fee pricing guarantees no unexpected costs
- We provide year-round support with no additional call charges
- Our team holds chartered accountancy qualifications with HMRC compliance expertise
- We maintain an average client retention of 8+ years demonstrating service quality
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
- Xero Platinum Partner
What people say
Exceptional support
Expert knowledge
Timely service
Transparent pricing
Great communication
Services
Accounts Preparation
We provide comprehensive accounts preparation services ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Our team handles year-end accounts for businesses of all structures, from sole traders to limited companies. Utilising cloud technology, we deliver accurate financial statements while maintaining statutory deadlines.
Xero Accounting
As Xero Platinum Partners, we implement cloud-based accounting solutions tailored to business needs. Our services include software setup, monthly bookkeeping, and real-time financial reporting through Xero's platform, integrated with Dext for automated invoice processing and document management.
Tax Services
We offer complete tax return services for businesses and individuals, including corporation tax, capital gains tax, and personal tax returns. Our expertise covers tax planning strategies and compliance with HMRC requirements, supported by digital submission processes.
Cash Flow Management
Our cash flow management services identify working capital requirements and financial bottlenecks. We provide forecasting tools and regular performance reviews to maintain business financial health, supported by cloud-based monitoring systems.
Payroll Services
We manage payroll operations for businesses, including salary calculations, tax deductions, and compliance with employment regulations. Our services cover HMRC submissions and year-end documentation, integrated with accounting software for seamless financial management.
People
Sam Andrews
Client Services Director
Leading client relationships with 15+ years in accounting practice, Sam specialises in business growth strategies and multidisciplinary team leadership for SMEs.
Michael Broome
Client Services Director
Xero specialist and practice technology lead with expertise in cloud accounting implementation, contributing regularly to accounting technology publications and industry forums.
Dan Routledge
Client Services Director
Experienced in business process optimisation, Dan focuses on accounting software integration and financial workflow automation for growing enterprises.
Bev Payroll
Payroll Services Manager
Payroll specialist with 20 years' experience managing complex payroll systems and HR compliance matters for businesses of various sizes.
Emelia Green
Client Services Manager
Managing tax compliance services with particular expertise in personal tax returns and self-assessment processes for high-net-worth individuals.
Questions
Do you offer fixed-fee accounting services?
Yes, all our accounting packages operate on fixed-fee pricing with no hidden charges, ensuring full cost predictability.
Are you qualified chartered accountants?
Our team holds chartered accountancy qualifications through the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales with HMRC practice compliance.
How does cloud accounting benefit my business?
Cloud accounting provides real-time financial data access, automated processes, and improved collaboration between businesses and their accountants.
What accounting software do you support?
We specialise in Xero accounting software, being certified as Platinum Partners, and also support Dext integration for document management.
Do you assist with tax return submissions?
We handle all tax return requirements including corporation tax, capital gains tax, and personal tax returns with digital HMRC submissions.