Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Certified Accountants in Plymouth
Established in 1998, Wills Accountants is a firm of Chartered Certified Accountants based in Plymouth, Devon. Our team combines the specialist skills and experience typically associated with major accounting firms with the agility and personal approach essential for owner-managed businesses. Having operated as an owner-managed business ourselves, we understand the unique challenges faced by our clients, enabling us to provide tailored advice grounded in practical experience. We prioritise building long-term relationships by thoroughly understanding our clients' operations, markets, and goals to support sustainable growth.Our client base spans construction, manufacturing, professional services, not-for-profit sectors, and private individuals. We have expanded significantly since 1998, with staff numbers tripling and a strong focus on professional development through our accreditation as a Training Office for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and as an Accredited Employer for the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT). Our investment in cloud-based technologies ensures we deliver efficient, modern accounting solutions aligned with evolving industry standards.
Services
Accounts
Tax Compliance
Business Advice
Tax Planning
Making Tax Digital
VAT Returns
Bookkeeping
Payroll
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in accounting and business advisory services.
- Our team holds specialist qualifications in cloud-based accounting software.
- We are authorised ACCA training providers for pre- and post-qualification development.
- Our client-centric approach prioritises understanding your business for tailored advice.
- We combine the expertise of a major firm with the agility of an owner-managed business.
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
- Sage Accountants Club
- Xero Silver Partner
- QuickBooks ProAdvisor
Services
Accounts
We prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, including quarterly or monthly reports tailored to your needs. Our team works with major accounting software like Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks to ensure accuracy and efficiency. We review all adjustments to align your records with statutory requirements and provide clear explanations of financial trends.
Tax Compliance
Our tax compliance services cover corporation tax, partnership tax, and personal tax returns. We specialise in advising expatriates and seafarers on UK tax obligations and ensure all submissions meet HMRC standards. We also assist with complex tax scenarios, including cross-border income and capital gains reporting.
Business Advice
We provide tailored business advice to help owner-managed businesses develop strategies, create budgets, and produce management information. Our services include ad-hoc project work, staff cover during vacancies, and one-to-one support for business owners. We focus on practical solutions to enhance operational efficiency and growth.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services aim to maximise after-tax income through retirement planning, business succession, and inheritance tax strategies. We work closely with clients to implement long-term plans that align with personal and business goals. Regular reviews ensure strategies adapt to changing circumstances and legislation.
Making Tax Digital
We support businesses in transitioning to HMRC's Making Tax Digital requirements, including quarterly reporting and digital record-keeping. Our team provides software configuration, training, and compliance checks to ensure seamless adherence to regulations. We stay updated on evolving MTD rules to keep clients ahead of deadlines.
People
Phil Soutter
Accountant
Phil Soutter is a senior accountant at Wills Accountants with expertise in business advisory and financial reporting. He specialises in helping clients develop budgets, management information systems, and strategic plans. Phil has over 15 years of experience in supporting owner-managed businesses across various sectors.
Susan Wills
Tax Specialist
Susan Wills leads tax compliance and planning services at Wills Accountants. She has extensive experience advising expatriates, seafarers, and businesses on UK tax obligations. Susan also manages corporate tax returns and inheritance tax planning, ensuring clients optimise their financial strategies within legal frameworks.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide year-end accounts, bookkeeping, payroll, and cloud accounting software support for small businesses. Our services are tailored to streamline financial processes and ensure compliance.
How do you support businesses with tax compliance?
We prepare corporation tax, partnership tax, and personal tax returns, including specialist advice for expatriates and seafarers. We ensure all filings meet HMRC requirements.
Can you help with Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance?
Yes, we assist with MTD for VAT and Income Tax, including software configuration, training, and quarterly reporting to meet HMRC's digital requirements.
What business advisory services do you provide?
We offer strategic planning, budgeting, management information systems, and ad-hoc project support to help businesses grow and overcome operational challenges.
Are you qualified to provide tax planning advice?
Our team includes Chartered Certified Accountants and ACCA-qualified professionals with expertise in tax planning, including retirement, succession, and inheritance tax strategies.
