Business Details
41 Years
experience
Professional Accountants in Burnham
Established in 1985, Sweeting & Smedley has built a reputation as a proactive firm of accountants and tax consultants based in Burnham, Buckinghamshire. Our team combines decades of experience with a client-centric approach, offering tailored solutions to businesses and individuals. We prioritise understanding each client's unique needs to deliver strategic financial advice and compliance support. With directors appointed since 1987, our continuity of expertise ensures clients benefit from consistent, high-quality service.We specialise in areas such as IR35 compliance, business start-up support, and estate planning, while maintaining a commitment to technological innovation in accounting processes. Our objective remains to provide economical, accurate, and forward-thinking financial guidance.
Services
Business Start-Up
Compliance Services
Taxation
Payroll Services
Estate Planning
VAT Services
Management Accounts
Bookkeeping
Specialist Consultancy
Pension Advice
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in accounting and tax consultancy
- Our team includes directors with appointments dating back to 1987
- Specialist knowledge in IR35 compliance and business start-up support
- Proactive approach to tax planning and financial strategy
- Technological innovation in accounting software implementation
Services
Business Start-Up
We provide comprehensive guidance for new businesses, helping clients choose appropriate legal structures and create financial forecasts. Our services include business plan preparation, finance sourcing advice, and HMRC registration. With expertise in accounting software implementation and compliance requirements, we ensure new ventures establish strong financial foundations while focusing on growth opportunities.
Taxation
Our tax specialists deliver strategic planning solutions to ensure legal compliance while minimising liabilities. Services cover corporation tax, personal tax returns, VAT management, and complex IR35 compliance. We provide ongoing advice for tax-efficient business operations and represent clients during HMRC investigations, combining technical expertise with proactive risk management strategies for individuals and companies.
Compliance Services
We handle all statutory compliance requirements including annual accounts preparation, company secretarial duties, and payroll administration. Our team ensures timely submission of tax returns and adherence to evolving regulations, allowing businesses to focus on core operations while maintaining full legal compliance with Companies House and HMRC requirements.
Estate Planning
Our specialists provide discreet estate planning services incorporating will preparation, inheritance tax mitigation, and trust management. We help clients optimise asset transfers between family members while navigating complex tax regulations, ensuring both legal compliance and long-term financial security for future generations through tailored wealth preservation strategies.
Payroll Services
We offer complete payroll solutions including Real Time Information submissions, pension auto-enrolment compliance, and software implementation. Our services ensure accurate employee payments, statutory compliance, and efficient management of PAYE obligations, with options for full outsourcing or targeted support based on business requirements.
People
Ian Sweeting
Founder
Established the firm in 1985 as a specialist taxation consultancy, bringing extensive expertise in corporate tax and IR35 compliance.
Bob Smedley
Partner
Joined as partner in 1987, contributing financial expertise and helping expand the firm's service offerings beyond initial tax consultancy.
Mary Jones
Director
Appointed director in 2008, specialising in business compliance and strategic financial management for SME clients.
Rachel Alford
Director
Became director in 2016, focusing on modern accounting practices and technology integration for improved client service delivery.
Daniel Jones
Director
Appointed director in 2019, bringing fresh perspectives on tax planning and business advisory services for emerging enterprises.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for new businesses?
We provide complete start-up support including business structure advice, financial forecasting, HMRC registration, and accounting software implementation tailored to new ventures.
How do you assist with tax compliance?
Our services cover corporation tax, personal tax returns, VAT management, and complex IR35 compliance with proactive planning to minimise liabilities while ensuring full legal adherence.
Can you handle payroll requirements?
Yes, we offer full payroll management including RTI submissions, pension auto-enrolment, and software implementation with options for complete outsourcing or targeted support.
Do you provide estate planning services?
We specialise in inheritance tax planning, will preparation, and trust management to help clients preserve wealth and ensure smooth asset transfers.
How do you support established businesses?
We provide compliance services, management accounts, business planning, and strategic financial advice to help existing businesses improve profitability and long-term sustainability.
What makes your firm different?
Combining 40+ years' experience with technological innovation, we offer personalised service from directors with proven expertise in tax, compliance, and business strategy.
