Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Bideford
We are ICAEW Chartered Accountants dedicated to delivering high-quality accountancy, taxation, and business advisory services. Our focus extends beyond traditional accounting to provide strategic business improvement solutions tailored to sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, and charities. With over 15 years of experience in senior North Devon accountancy roles, we combine technical expertise with practical insights to help clients optimise their financial performance. Our approach prioritises transparency, fixed-fee structures, and proactive regulatory compliance to ensure peace of mind. Founded in 2010 by James Hellyer, a former KPMG-trained accountant, we maintain strong local connections while delivering global-standard services.Our commitment to ethical practices extends to supporting international community initiatives through client partnerships. We specialise in Making Tax Digital compliance, payroll management, and profit improvement strategies that address modern business challenges. Our team's extensive experience in both corporate and regional settings enables us to offer context-specific solutions that drive measurable results. By eliminating hourly billing models and focusing on client-centric outcomes, we've established a reputation for reliability and innovation in financial services.
Services
Accounts
Tax
Payroll
VAT
Profit Improvement
Making Tax Digital
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have 15 years' experience in senior North Devon accountancy roles
- Our team includes ICAEW Chartered Accountants trained at KPMG
- We offer fixed-fee structures with no surprise billing
- We specialise in Making Tax Digital compliance solutions
- Our business improvement services go beyond basic accounting
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
Services
Accounts
We provide comprehensive accounting services including financial statement preparation and regulatory compliance. Our team ensures accurate record-keeping and timely submissions for businesses of all sizes. With ICAEW-certified professionals handling your accounts, you benefit from industry-leading standards and local expertise.
Tax
Our tax services cover return preparation, compliance, and strategic planning. We specialise in navigating complex tax regulations while identifying legitimate savings opportunities. With up-to-date knowledge of UK tax law, we help businesses and individuals meet obligations efficiently and effectively.
Payroll
We manage complete payroll processing including HMRC submissions and employee payments. Our system ensures accurate calculations for wages, deductions, and statutory payments. This service integrates seamlessly with other accounting functions to maintain complete financial records for your business.
VAT
We handle VAT registration, return preparation, and compliance with HMRC requirements. Our experts ensure accurate calculations and timely submissions while advising on VAT-efficient business practices. We also assist with VAT inspections and special schemes.
Profit Improvement
Our business advisory service identifies opportunities to enhance profitability through operational efficiencies. We analyse financial performance and market position to develop actionable strategies. This includes cash flow management and cost optimisation tailored to your specific business needs.
People
James Hellyer
Founder
ICAEW Chartered Accountant with 15 years' experience in senior North Devon accountancy roles. Trained at KPMG, James established Accountancy Edge in 2010 to provide strategic financial solutions beyond basic accounting services.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide full accounting services including financial statements, bookkeeping, and regulatory compliance for businesses and charities.
Do you handle tax returns?
Yes, we prepare and submit tax returns for businesses and individuals, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements.
Are your fees fixed or hourly?
We use fixed-fee pricing with no hidden charges, agreed before starting any work.
How do you handle payroll services?
We manage complete payroll processing including wage calculations, tax deductions, and HMRC submissions.
What makes you different from other accountants?
We combine ICAEW-certified expertise with local knowledge and offer business improvement services beyond standard accounting.
