Business Details
49 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Crowthorne, Berkshire
PKB Accountants is a dedicated team of professionals committed to delivering exceptional accounting and advisory services. With a philosophy of 'Aspire, Achieve, Enjoy,' we prioritise building close relationships with clients, offering a personal touch while maintaining the highest standards of reliability and proactivity. Our expertise spans compliance, consultancy, and strategic financial planning, catering to individuals, small businesses, and corporate entities. We pride ourselves on our deep understanding of diverse industries, ensuring tailored solutions that align with clients' goals. Our team's extensive experience and commitment to continuous improvement position us as trusted partners in navigating complex financial landscapes. By combining technical proficiency with a client-centric approach, we empower clients to optimise their financial performance and achieve long-term success.
Services
Annual Accounts
Tax Planning
Payroll Services
Audit Services
Bookkeeping
VAT Returns
Management Accounting
Company Secretarial
Registered Office Service
Business Development
Served areas
- Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer over four decades of combined experience in accounting and financial consultancy.
- Our team provides proactive, client-focused services with a personal touch.
- We specialise in compliance and strategic tax planning for diverse business sectors.
- Our audit services ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory adherence.
- We deliver tailored business development strategies to enhance profitability.
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
What people say
Extremely helpful and easy to work with
Reliable and approachable financial partner
Efficient, communicative, and proactive services
Went above and beyond to deliver quickly
Tax planning expertise proved invaluable
Services
Tax Planning Services
Our tax planning services help individuals and businesses optimise their financial strategies while ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations. We specialise in corporation tax, self-assessment, and inheritance tax planning, leveraging our expertise to minimise liabilities. Clients benefit from proactive advice tailored to their specific circumstances, including wealth preservation and tax-efficient remuneration packages.
Payroll Services
We manage payroll processing for businesses of all sizes, ensuring accurate and timely payments alongside statutory compliance. Our services include RTI submissions, P60/P11D forms, and auto-enrolment pension support. Clients receive streamlined payroll solutions that reduce administrative burdens while maintaining adherence to evolving tax legislation.
Audit Services
As registered auditors, we conduct thorough financial statement audits and stocktake verification to enhance business transparency. Our approach focuses on identifying operational inefficiencies and strengthening accounting systems. Clients gain actionable insights to improve governance and meet regulatory requirements for statutory reporting.
Bookkeeping
We provide comprehensive bookkeeping solutions, from basic transaction recording to full ledger management using digital platforms like Xero. Our services ensure accurate financial tracking and year-end account preparation. Clients benefit from real-time financial data to support informed business decisions.
VAT Services
Our VAT expertise covers registration, return preparation, and compliance with Making Tax Digital requirements. We advise on flat rate schemes, voluntary registration benefits, and reclaiming VAT on business expenses. Clients receive strategic guidance to navigate complex VAT regulations while minimising compliance risks.
Questions
What accounting services does PKB offer?
We provide annual accounts preparation, tax planning, payroll management, audit services, bookkeeping, VAT compliance, and business consultancy tailored to individual and corporate needs.
How can PKB help with tax planning?
Our tax specialists offer strategic planning for corporation tax, self-assessment, inheritance tax, and tax-efficient remuneration packages to minimise liabilities while ensuring compliance.
Can I switch accountants easily?
Yes, we provide a seamless transition process with minimal disruption, handling all necessary documentation and communications during the switch.
Do you support digital accounting systems?
We integrate with Xero, QuickBooks, and other platforms, offering guidance on Making Tax Digital compliance and digital record-keeping solutions.
What audit services are available?
We conduct statutory financial audits, stocktake verification, and internal control assessments to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency improvements.
Reviews (28)
Mark Copeman
Apr 16, 2022
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I moved to PKB a year ago and haven't regretted it for a moment. They are fast, efficient, great value and always a pleasure to deal with. Everything you want from an accounting firm. If you looking for a change - I'd highly recomment the PKB team.
Kieron Goron
Jan 19, 2022
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Almost 12 years ago to the day I first met Andy Penfold. He came as a recommendation from a friend. I felt I was getting poor service from my accountant at the time. Andy was shocked at how I was being treated and just how much bad advice I was getting. He set out what he and PKB could offer me. Just before he left Andy said, "even if you don't go with me and PKB, please promise me you will stop using your current accountant"!
The rest as they say, is history. Andy is a total professional. He has helped and supported me many times over the years through good times and bad. He always starts conversations by asking how I am and the family before talking about any business. He always takes time to listen, even if I do go rambling on at times! Andy you are a good friend, a great accountant and an absolute gentleman. Thank you.
The rest as they say, is history. Andy is a total professional. He has helped and supported me many times over the years through good times and bad. He always starts conversations by asking how I am and the family before talking about any business. He always takes time to listen, even if I do go rambling on at times! Andy you are a good friend, a great accountant and an absolute gentleman. Thank you.
Joanna Howes
Dec 12, 2021
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PKB are fantastic and always there to provide support and advice. I highly recommend Julie Parham who helps me navigate things I have no idea how to do with patience and support. She is so quick to get back to me and it's such a relief to know she is there. The other person I would like to mention is Andy Penfold who gives me honest and brilliant advice and has helped to inform many of my decisions to run a successful business. I couldn't recommend them highly enough.
James Perrin
Jul 02, 2021
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I urgently needed an accountant. I used Google to find a company that was local and had already got good reviews. PKB Accountants fitted my needs and from the moment I contacted them I knew I was in safe hands. Their reception and admin teams are supportive and friendly and the accountant (Peter - what a legend!) who took my initial call engaged me as a client and helped me every step of the way - and tolerated my regular calls and emails as I needed his reassurance probably more than most of their other clients!
Everyone supported me and got the job done right first time, in record time and I intend to be a client with them from now on. If you want highly skilled accountants with a wonderful team of support staff, then look no further than PKB. Thank you everyone who supported me including Rebecca, Peter and Steve.
Everyone supported me and got the job done right first time, in record time and I intend to be a client with them from now on. If you want highly skilled accountants with a wonderful team of support staff, then look no further than PKB. Thank you everyone who supported me including Rebecca, Peter and Steve.
Wes Day
Jun 15, 2021
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I have used PKB from the start of my business. They are a great professional accountancy service. Andy Penfold has been nothing short of a guardian angel with his knowledge, providing amazing advice and is always happy to help with any number of the random questions i have!. Highly recommended!
Karen Mccarthy
Jun 07, 2021
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I called PKB for some advice after seeing a recommendation for them online. I was put through to Andy Penfold who took the time there and then to go through some of my questions regarding tax returns and mortgage financials. Andy gave me some excellent advice and I'm so pleased I called. Friendly, professional, helpful, service like this is hard to come by sometimes but I have to say this call was invaluable. So grateful, thank you.
John Gray
May 21, 2021
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Andy Penfold and the team at PKB Accountants has taken the time to understand both my business and personal goals and Andy has been fundamental in guiding me through the headache of tax, budgeting, balance sheets and anything financial. Andy is always willing to go over and above to offer advice and expertise and whenever I have questions he always provides the most efficient course of action for me and my business.
As a new business owner it is difficult to build a network of connections that you can trust. However with Andy's guidance I have felt confident that my business will continue to head in the right direction. Andy and his team are a pleasure to deal with and I will absolutely be recommending Andy and PKB to my friends, colleagues and clients.
As a new business owner it is difficult to build a network of connections that you can trust. However with Andy's guidance I have felt confident that my business will continue to head in the right direction. Andy and his team are a pleasure to deal with and I will absolutely be recommending Andy and PKB to my friends, colleagues and clients.
I. R. L. Duncan
Mar 05, 2021
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My previous accountant had started to charge me too much money for the work they were doing, and when I investigated the reasons why, I found that the bookkeeping hourly rates they were charging were far too high given the level of work they carried out. I consequently lost faith in them as I felt they had been less than open about their fees. By comparison PKB have been transparent in their charges and very flexible in how they have helped to support me, in particular Lisa Smith has been very easy to deal with. I'd therefore have no hesitation in recommending Andy Penfold and the team at PKB.
Keren Morgan
Oct 02, 2020
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I would like to say that during the Covid19 concerns, PKB have been proactive and kept us fully informed throughout. In particular I am grateful for both the personal and professional support that Yvonne has given. It is clear that they care and are there to help in any way they can.
Sarah Marsden
Jul 07, 2020
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I have used the services of a few accountancy firms over the years and have been shocked at the poor level of diligence, I was starting to lose faith in the sector. However I do not have this issue at all with PKB and they have been nothing short of fantastic. We currently use their services for Payroll, Bookkeeping and Year End account submissions. Their team are extremely helpful in all areas. When we have had a query they are very quick to provide answers.
During the Covid 19 pandemic they have been especially helpful providing updates and dealing with all of our queries and requirements during a confusing time giving me clarity in how I need to run my businesses. We work closely with Peter,Julie and Lisa and all have been great!. I recommend PKB to any businesses looking to outsource their accountancy duties.
During the Covid 19 pandemic they have been especially helpful providing updates and dealing with all of our queries and requirements during a confusing time giving me clarity in how I need to run my businesses. We work closely with Peter,Julie and Lisa and all have been great!. I recommend PKB to any businesses looking to outsource their accountancy duties.
Sarah Marsden
Jun 27, 2020
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I have used the services of a few accountancy firms over the years and have been shocked at the poor level of diligence, I was starting to lose faith in the sector. However I do not have this issue at all with PKB and they have been nothing short of fantastic. We currently use their services for Payroll, Bookkeeping and Year End account submissions. Their team are extremely helpful in all areas. When we have had a query they are very quick to provide answers.
During the Covid 19 pandemic they have been especially helpful providing updates and dealing with all of our queries and requirements during a confusing time giving me clarity in how I need to run my businesses. We work closely with Peter, Julie and Lisa and all have been great!. I recommend PKB to any businesses looking to outsource their accountancy duties.
During the Covid 19 pandemic they have been especially helpful providing updates and dealing with all of our queries and requirements during a confusing time giving me clarity in how I need to run my businesses. We work closely with Peter, Julie and Lisa and all have been great!. I recommend PKB to any businesses looking to outsource their accountancy duties.
Keren Morgan
Jun 11, 2020
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I would like to say that during the Covid19 concerns, PKB have been proactive and kept us fully informed throughout. In particular I am grateful for both the personal and professional support that Yvonne has given. It is clear that they care and are there to help in any way they can.
Simon Gregory
Jun 11, 2020
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PKB is a very professional company to deal with. I was referred to them as my previous accountant was terrible. I've been so impressed with Andy. He's always happy to help, takes my calls and gives me great advice. Highly recommended!
Simon Gregory
Jun 05, 2020
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PKB is a very professional company to deal with. I was referred to them as my previous accountant was terrible. I've been so impressed with Andy. He's always happy to help, takes my calls and gives me great advice. Highly recommended!
Jenny Simmonds
May 29, 2020
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We've been with PKB for many years and have always had a friendly, helpful and reliable service form all the staff. We would highly recommend them.
Peter Davies
Jan 17, 2020
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I am a sole trader with a small business. PKB have efficiently looked after my business and personal accounts for the last 40 years. Andy Penfold and Peter Bowyer have been my main contacts but I have found every member of staff friendly, helpful, approachable, and knowledgeable. Andy in particular has over those years not only advised and guided me on the business front but very importantly taken a friendly personal interest in myself and family.
The fact that I was only a small business has never altered the superb service I have received from PKB. I recommend PKB to anybody that wants an accountant that cares about you and your business. Yes, you have to pay for their work but the time and money they save you outweighs any charges you incur.
The fact that I was only a small business has never altered the superb service I have received from PKB. I recommend PKB to anybody that wants an accountant that cares about you and your business. Yes, you have to pay for their work but the time and money they save you outweighs any charges you incur.
Peter Davies
Nov 05, 2019
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I am a sole trader with a small business. PKB have efficiently looked after my business and personal accounts for the last 40 years. Andy Penfold and Peter Bowyer have been my main contacts but I have found every member of staff friendly, helpful, approachable, and knowledgeable. Andy in particular has over those years not only advised and guided me on the business front but very importantly taken a friendly personal interest in myself and family.
The fact that I was only a small business has never altered the superb service I have received from PKB. I recommend PKB to anybody that wants an accountant that cares about you and your business. Yes, you have to pay for their work but the time and money they save you outweighs any charges you incur.
The fact that I was only a small business has never altered the superb service I have received from PKB. I recommend PKB to anybody that wants an accountant that cares about you and your business. Yes, you have to pay for their work but the time and money they save you outweighs any charges you incur.
Nick Ellenden
Sep 17, 2019
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Been a very satisfied multiple business and personal client for many years, as other members of my family have and also are. Very approachable, smart and conscientious, always happy to help and give guidance - never had an issue since moving to them. Toughly recommend them.
Michele Bidwell
Aug 23, 2019
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I have used PKB for the past 19 years. As I am not an accountant, their invaluable knowledge and help have assisted me in the management of my company. The staff are always very helpful, especially when I ask them numerous questions related to my lack of accounting acumen. I wouldn't be without them.
Keith Clark
Oct 31, 2018
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PKB Accountants have been compiling our company accounts for a number of years and they have provided an excellent service. i would wholeheartedly recommned them.
Andy Donn
Oct 30, 2018
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For over 35 years PKB has advised and guided our company, which itself speaks volumes for the personnel at PKB and for the attitude they have shown continuously throughout that time. I highly recommend them.
Glenn Tappenden
Oct 25, 2018
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We are a small local business and have been using PKB to do our accountants for more than a decade now, and the fact they still continue to do them means a lot to me. Everybody in the team at PKB are very approachable and very helpful when I need to ask a question or encounter a problem. Special mention to Andy P and Pete B, who without their knowledge and advice in plain and understandable terms, I would be very stuck. Thanks guys. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking to find a good accountancy firm to work with.
Julie Marks
Sep 20, 2018
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We have used PKB for a couple of years now and couldn't be happier with their service. When we were applying for a mortgage, half way through the process we entered a new tax year - PKB couldn't have been more helpful getting our personal and business accounts produced in record time, along with helping me gather all the paperwork required for the bank. I am relying on them to help us be ready for MTD and I know they won't let us down. An exceptionally reliable team who I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Kieron Goron
I have used Andy for a number of years now and have always received excellent service. When we recently ran right up to the deadline for submitting accounts, Andy worked in the evening, over
Margaret Steinitz
We have been personal clients of PKB Accountants since the 1960s and think that says it all! We put a lot of trust in our accountant and our long relationship with PKB Accountants is testament to that.
Cherry Berry
PKB Accountants have shown me that there are still companies out there who care about their clients and are willing to go the extra step to help. We wouldn't have survived without their support.
Keith Penny - Director, Pennymatters
In the recent months, PKB Accountants have delivered and filed our latest set of corporate returns and accounts, produced my own personal tax returns, including another limited company, and offered me complete confidence. Some of this information was needed at short notice to allow me to obtain a mortgage for an impending house move. It is a pleasure to be associated with PKB Accountants and the positive feedback at our inaugural business seminar is testament to the efforts you have made since we first engaged positively over 15 years ago. I look forward to the future with confidence and thus will always have no doubt in promoting PKB Accountants as first port of call for any potential new client.
Shane Turner
PKB have been doing my books for the second year running now and countinually do a great job for me and explain easily anything I'm not sure about. It's a nice feeling after many years of needing an accountant to have finally found a company that I can trust.