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36 Years
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Trusted Accountants in Eastbourne
Established in 1990, Caladine Ltd has built a reputation as a trusted accounting partner for businesses, charities, and individuals. Our team combines technical expertise with a personal approach, offering services ranging from tax returns and management accounts to cloud accounting and charity compliance. With decades of collective experience, we prioritise integrity, professionalism, and client-centric solutions. Our Christian ethos underpins our commitment to ethical service delivery, ensuring clients receive tailored advice aligned with their unique needs. We serve clients across Southern England and beyond, leveraging industry-leading software to streamline financial processes.

Our low staff turnover reflects a supportive team culture, enabling consistent service quality. We provide initial free consultations and fixed-fee annual plans to support cash flow management. Client testimonials highlight our reliability, expertise, and the personal care we extend to every engagement. We are registered with Companies House (Company Number: 04399483) and maintain offices in Eastbourne, offering accessible support for local and national clients.
Services
Tax Returns Management Accounts Inheritance Tax Cloud Accounting Starting a Company
Details
  • Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
  • We offer over 30 years of experience in accountancy services.
  • Our team provides personalised support tailored to client needs.
  • We combine Christian values with high professional standards.
  • We utilise industry-leading cloud accounting software.
  • We have a proven track record with businesses and charities.
Associations and certifications
  • ACCA
  • ACIE
  • CTA
What people say
Professional, efficient, ethical service Personal care and commitment Brilliant, 100% reliable support Strategic advice and expertise Trusted business partner
People
John Caladine
Founder
John established Caladine Ltd in 1990, bringing over 30 years of accountancy experience. He specialises in corporate and charity tax matters, offering strategic advice grounded in technical expertise and ethical standards.
Vanessa
Accountant
Vanessa manages client payments and cloud accounting services, ensuring seamless financial processes. Her expertise in digital solutions and client communication supports efficient service delivery for businesses and charities.
Colin
Accountant
Colin provides tax and compliance services, focusing on accuracy and client education. With years of experience, he delivers tailored solutions for individuals and organisations navigating complex financial regulations.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide tax returns, management accounts, cloud accounting, inheritance tax planning, and company/charity formation services.
Do you work with charities?
Yes, we specialise in charity compliance, including Independent Examinations and adherence to the Charities Act 2011.
Are your services available outside Eastbourne?
We serve clients across Southern England, the UK, and internationally through digital platforms.
How can I make payments?
We accept credit card payments via UTP and can set up automated monthly or quarterly payment plans.
Can you help with cloud accounting software?
Yes, we support platforms like QuickBooks, Xero, and Sage for real-time financial management and reporting.
Reviews (9)
Victoria Hazell
May 15, 2021 Report
John Caladine has dealt with my Father's finances for years. My husband and I have started using Caladines in the last 6 months or so and I can now see why he has been my Father's accountant for so long. Extremely helpful, professional and friendly advice. It is a relief to know that my accounts are in such good hands and to know that there is someone on call if I need it. I have also recommended clients of mine to Caladines and the feedback I have received has been very positive. I wont go anywhere else now.
Victoria Hazell
Apr 06, 2021 Report
John Caladine has dealt with my Father's finances for years. My husband and I have started using Caladines in the last 6 months or so and I can now see why he has been my Father's accountant for so long. Extremely helpful, professional and friendly advice. It is a relief to know that my accounts are in such good hands and to know that there is someone on call if I need it. I have also recommended clients of mine to Caladines and the feedback I have received has been very positive. I wont go anywhere else now.
Neil
Apr 19, 2017 Report
I am constantly impressed with Caladine Ltd. They've been my accountant for 2 years now after several years with another company. Caladine are a joy to work with - responsive, helpful and organised, whilst providing useful advice. Highly recommended.
Katie & Spencer Mintram, Directors, Yellowave Ltd
It has been a joy to work with John from the early stages of thinking about setting up the UKs first beach sports centre through to achieving our dream. It would not have happened but for his encouragement and advice. At all times I have found John and his excellent team of staff to be professional, supportive and reasonable with their charges. Despite having moved from Eastbourne to Brighton I have not hesitated in continuing to work with Caladine. I would be very happy to give a reference if any potential clients would find that helpful.
Geoff Booker of Quicken Trust
Since he began his practice John has been our Accountant on personal, corporate and charity matters. We commend his insight, wisdom and advice. He brings a human perspective to a technical profession.
Chris Powell
Caladine are what every business needs along with a friendly bank manager - an extension to your business taking the stress out of all the red tape that government has created and letting us get on with the work. We really appreciate having Caladine as our accountants.
Rachel Rowntree - Director Wide Eyed Owl
Starting my own business was scary in lots of ways but John & his team at Caladine made everything so easy for me. From dealing with Companies House to supplying me with spreadsheets to make managing the monthly expenses and invoices right through to creating and filing my end of year accounts they took the stress out of the whole financial side of the business. Which left me free to do what I do best. I couldnt recommend them highly enough they are excellent.
Matt
Caladine has been managing our business and personal accounts since 2002. They have helped us grow from a grand idea to a flourishing group of companies. We greatly value Caladines integrity and knowledge as they advise us in all our accounting decisions. We firmly believe that the tremendous relationship grown between us and our accountants over a 13 year period has been one of the key factors in our successes. Long may it continue! Thanks for all you do John and your wonderful team.
Andy Kate Steer
Thank you again for sorting our accounts
You all are amazing and have been for the 15 years weve been in business