Business Details
24 Years
experience
Chartered Accountancy Services in Presteigne
Established in 2002, my accountancy practice brings over 30 years of professional experience to small businesses and individuals. Having begun my career in 1989 and progressed to tax manager within 13 years, I combine deep technical expertise with practical business insight. My services leverage modern cloud technology like QuickBooks while maintaining the personal touch that larger firms cannot offer. Clients benefit from direct access to my specialist knowledge without intermediaries, with flexible communication options including video calls and local visits.Based in the Welsh Borders, I prioritise responsiveness, transparency, and fixed-fee structures to eliminate financial surprises. My approach focuses on proactive tax planning, compliance assurance, and empowering clients through clear financial understanding. With 18 years of business ownership experience myself, I uniquely understand the challenges faced by small enterprises. All services are delivered with the same meticulous attention to detail that earned me recognition from satisfied clients across diverse industries.
Services
Annual Accounts
Self Assessment
Bookkeeping
VAT Returns
Payroll Services
Tax Planning
Business Start-up Advice
Financial Projections
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years of accountancy experience including 18 years as business owner
- Direct access to specialist accountant without intermediaries
- Expertise in cloud accounting software including QuickBooks
- Fixed-fee structures with transparent pricing
- Flexible communication including evening/weekend appointments
What people say
Highly responsive
Cost effective
Real interest in business
Relaxed atmosphere
Patient and constructive
Services
Annual Accounts
Preparation of statutory financial statements in accordance with accounting standards. Includes balance sheet, profit and loss account, and detailed notes. Ensures compliance with Companies House and HMRC requirements while providing clear business performance insights.
Self Assessment
Comprehensive tax return preparation for individuals and businesses. Covers income tax, capital gains tax, and self-assessment obligations. Includes deadline tracking and tax-efficient filing strategies to minimize liabilities while maintaining full compliance.
Bookkeeping
Systematic recording of financial transactions using cloud-based software. Provides accurate day-to-day financial tracking, bank reconciliation, and real-time reporting. Includes training and support for maintaining efficient accounting systems between professional reviews.
VAT Returns
Regular VAT return preparation and submission. Covers input/output tax calculations, VAT scheme selection, and compliance with Making Tax Digital requirements. Includes cashflow forecasting to manage VAT liabilities effectively.
Payroll Services
Full payroll management including salary calculations, tax deductions, and auto-enrolment pension compliance. Provides payslips, HMRC submissions, and year-end reports. Ensures adherence to employment legislation and timely payment of statutory obligations.
People
Jones Elsa
Chartered Certified Accountant
Qualified accountant with over 30 years' experience, including 13 years as tax manager before establishing her own practice in 2002. Specialises in small business accounting, cloud software implementation, and tax-efficient financial planning for Welsh Borders clients.
Questions
What accountancy services do you offer?
I provide annual accounts, self-assessment tax returns, bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll services, business start-up advice, financial projections, and tax planning tailored to small businesses and individuals.
How experienced are you?
With over 30 years' accountancy experience including 18 years running my own practice, I combine technical expertise with practical business knowledge gained through supporting diverse clients across the Welsh Borders.
Do you work with cloud accounting software?
Yes, I specialise in cloud solutions like QuickBooks, enabling real-time collaboration and remote access while maintaining the same rigorous standards as traditional accounting methods.
What are your fees?
I offer competitive fixed fees agreed in advance, with transparent pricing structures that eliminate unexpected costs and provide complete financial certainty for my clients.
Who are your typical clients?
I primarily work with small businesses and individuals in the Welsh Borders area, including many clients who have moved from larger high-street practices seeking more personal service.
