Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Isle of Wight Accountancy Experts
Established in 1986, we are a respected accountancy firm based in Lake on the Isle of Wight, delivering comprehensive financial services to businesses of all sizes. Our expertise spans accountancy, taxation, payroll management, CIS compliance, VAT advisory, Capital Gains Tax returns and company secretarial services. With over three decades of local experience and a team of seven skilled professionals, including two directors and fully qualified accountants, we prioritise accessibility and practical support. Our team maintains specialist accreditations through the Association of Accounting Technicians, ensuring technical excellence in every service we provide.We operate with a commitment to community values, offering transparent pricing and prioritising personal engagement with clients. As a firm combining mainland experience with Island expertise, we deliver tailored financial solutions while maintaining statutory compliance. Our investment in Making Tax Digital preparedness enables seamless digital reporting for clients. With minimum 24-hour response times for client inquiries, we maintain open communication channels to support business growth and financial clarity.
Services
Accounting
Taxation
Payroll
VAT Returns
Company Secretarial
Bookkeeping
CIS Compliance
Cash Flow Forecasts
CGT Returns
Business Advice
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 38 years of Isle of Wight business experience since 1986
- 3+ staff qualified in each specialist service area
- 24-hour response guarantee for client inquiries
- Licensed practitioners with Association of Accounting Technicians accreditation
- Community-oriented approach with local economic understanding
Associations and certifications
- Association of Accounting Technicians
Services
Accounting & Taxation
We provide comprehensive accounting and taxation services tailored to Isle of Wight businesses. Our expertise covers financial statement preparation, corporation tax compliance and strategic tax planning. With qualified practitioners licensed by the Association of Accounting Technicians, we ensure accurate regulatory submissions while optimising tax positions for businesses of all sizes.
Payroll Services
Our fully managed payroll bureau handles all aspects of employee compensation and compliance. Services include Auto Enrolment pension arrangements, PAYE processing and CIS deductions management. With multiple staff trained in each payroll function, we guarantee timely and accurate processing that meets HMRC requirements while minimising employer administrative burdens.
Company Secretarial
We streamline corporate governance requirements through comprehensive secretarial services. Our team manages Companies House filings, share transfers, statutory records maintenance and confirmation statements. By handling these critical compliance tasks, we help directors focus on business growth while maintaining perfect regulatory standing with all statutory bodies.
VAT Returns
Specialist VAT compliance services cover return preparation, scheme selection and cash accounting management. Our team handles both standard and complex VAT scenarios including CIS-specific reporting. With dedicated personnel overseeing VAT submissions, clients benefit from precise calculations and HMRC-compliant documentation tailored to their business structure.
Business Advice
We provide practical business guidance based on combined decades of professional experience. Our advice covers financial strategy, cash flow management and regulatory compliance. With minimum 24-hour response times for all inquiries, we deliver timely solutions to commercial challenges while maintaining the highest standards of professional integrity and confidentiality.
People
Selina Powder
Accountant
Licensed AAT practitioner with 20+ years' experience. Sole working director overseeing all services. Committed to accessible, fairly priced Island accountancy provision.
Lorna Hennings
Accountant
Office manager since 2014, AAT Level 4 qualified. Supervises payroll, CIS and VAT operations with extensive industry expertise developed through 4+ years in practice.
Janice Dent
Accountant
Qualified accountant joining in 2019, bringing deep technical knowledge across accounts and taxation fields. Maintains approachable client service approach while ensuring technical excellence.
Questions
Do you specialise in any particular business sectors?
While serving diverse industries, we specialise in construction sector CIS compliance and island-based business taxation challenges.
How quickly can I expect responses to queries?
We guarantee responses to all emails and calls within 24 hours during working days.
What experience do you have with local businesses?
With 1986 establishment date and 3+ qualified staff in each service area, we combine deep local knowledge with modern accounting practice.
How do you handle urgent accounting matters?
While appointments are preferred, we accommodate urgent cases through same-day availability where possible due to our consistent staffing levels.
What makes you different from other accountants?
Our community focus combines with minimum 24-hour response times and multiple qualified staff per service area for reliable coverage.
Is your team fully qualified?
We maintain at least three qualified staff members in each service discipline, with continuing professional development maintained across all team members.
