Business Details
48 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in Horsham | Anova Group
Anova Group has been delivering trusted accounting and advisory services for over 40 years, combining deep industry expertise with a client-centric approach. Our team of qualified professionals brings decades of collective experience in corporate tax planning, audit compliance, and strategic financial management, serving businesses and individuals across Sussex and Surrey. We prioritise long-term relationships, evidenced by our high client retention rate and referrals, and maintain rigorous professional standards as a member of the ICAEW Practice Assurance Scheme. Our services span tailored accounting solutions, R&D tax credits, business restructuring, and estate planning, supported by continuous investment in staff development and technological innovation. With offices in Horsham, Brighton, and Reigate, we combine local market knowledge with the capabilities typically associated with larger firms, ensuring clients receive both expertise and a personal touch.
Services
Corporate Tax Planning
Self Assessment
Trusts & Estates
Audit Services
Payroll Management
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in accountancy and tax advisory.
- Our team includes ICAEW-registered auditors and Chartered Tax Advisers.
- We maintain long-term client relationships through tailored, proactive service.
- Our professionals hold specialist expertise in R&D tax credits and business restructuring.
- We combine the depth of a large firm with the personal touch of a local practice.
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
Payment methods
- Cash, Debit cards, Credit cards, Bank transfers
What people say
Fast, efficient and friendly service
Extremely easy to deal with
Great proactive approach
Nothing too much trouble
Professional service
Services
Corporate Tax Planning
We help businesses minimise tax liabilities through strategic planning and compliance. Our experts advise on profit extraction, R&D tax credits, and international tax structuring. With experience in mergers, acquisitions, and HMRC disclosures, we ensure tax-efficient business operations while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Self Assessment
Our team manages all aspects of self-assessment tax returns for individuals and businesses. We calculate liabilities, meet deadlines, and provide representation during HMRC enquiries. This service ensures compliance while optimising tax positions through up-to-date legislative knowledge and practical guidance.
Trusts & Estates
We provide comprehensive trust management and estate planning services to preserve wealth across generations. Our expertise includes tax-efficient asset transfers, executor support, and compliance with inheritance tax regulations. We help clients structure trusts to meet specific financial goals while navigating complex legal requirements.
Audit Services
As ICAEW-registered auditors, we deliver statutory audits and assurance services for companies across sectors. Our approach combines compliance with strategic insights to improve financial systems and business performance. We serve charities, owner-managed businesses, and financial services firms with tailored audit solutions.
Payroll Management
We handle payroll processing using cloud-based systems for accuracy and compliance. Our services include HMRC submissions, year-end returns, and employee record management. This ensures businesses meet regulatory requirements while providing employees with secure access to their payroll information through modern digital platforms.
People
Matt Cleghorn
Managing Partner
FCA-qualified with over 15 years' experience advising owner-managed businesses. Specialises in business strategy, tax planning, and profit extraction. Leads Anova Group's strategic direction while maintaining hands-on client relationships. Holds ACCA qualifications and manages charity audit clients.
Phil Sleight
Tax Partner
CTA-qualified tax specialist with 10+ years' experience from EY and KPMG. Focuses on corporate tax strategy, R&D claims, and international tax structuring. Advises property developers on tax optimisation and leads Anova Group's tax compliance services for businesses and individuals.
Katie Squire
Associate Partner
ACCA-qualified with 15+ years' experience in accountancy practice. Specialises in VAT advisory and accounting solutions for diverse industries. Manages larger audit clients and charity accounts while providing strategic financial guidance to owner-managed businesses across Sussex and Surrey.
Simon Hoy
Consultant
CA-qualified consultant with extensive experience in business succession planning. Provides strategic guidance on mergers and acquisitions. Serves as a bridge between Anova Group's leadership and client advisory teams, ensuring continuity of service standards across all offices.
Robert Gogarty
Consultant
FCA and CTA-qualified consultant with expertise in owner-managed business taxation. Focuses on profit extraction strategies and tax-efficient structuring. Brings 20+ years' experience from Brighton-based practice mergers, enhancing Anova Group's advisory capabilities in Sussex.
Questions
What accounting services does Anova offer?
We provide full accounting services including corporate tax planning, audit compliance, payroll management, trusts & estates, and self-assessment returns for businesses and individuals.
How long has Anova been operating?
Anova has over 40 years of combined experience through its predecessor firms, with the current structure established in 2000 following mergers and acquisitions across Sussex and Surrey.
Which areas does Anova serve?
We operate from Horsham, Brighton, and Reigate offices, serving clients across West Sussex, East Sussex, and Surrey with both in-person and remote advisory services.
What makes Anova different from other accountants?
We combine 40+ years' experience with continuous professional development, offering ICAEW-registered audit services and specialist tax expertise while maintaining a client-focused, approachable approach to accountancy.
Reviews (1)
Spence Baxter
Jan 25, 2016
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Anova take the time to fully comprehend the client requirements whilst demonstrating patience and understanding. Anova go above and beyond the call of duty, If you seek a professional service where nothing is too much trouble, look no further.