Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Partner in Business Accounting
Matthews Hanton is a Chartered Certified Accountancy practice based in Bognor Regis, West Sussex, serving clients since 1971. Our expertise spans accountancy, taxation, and advisory services tailored to small, medium, and fledgling businesses. With a team of qualified professionals, including ACCA-qualified specialists, we combine decades of experience with modern financial solutions. Our services include audits, payroll processing, bookkeeping, and probate support, ensuring accuracy and compliance. We prioritise a personal, friendly approach while maintaining the resources to handle complex financial needs.Clients benefit from our Tax Investigation insurance policy and specialist HR and Health & Safety advice lines. Our commitment to detail, accessibility, and cost-effectiveness has driven our growth year-on-year. We support businesses through digital transformation, including cloud-based accounting software like Xero and QuickBooks. Our teams qualifications, including AAT and ACCA accreditations, ensure expert guidance for clients. As a trusted local partner, we aim to simplify financial management and foster long-term client relationships.
Services
Accounting
Taxation
Bookkeeping
Auditing
Payroll
Probate Services
Corporate Finance
Company Secretarial
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in accountancy services.
- Our team includes ACCA and AAT qualified professionals.
- We offer Tax Investigation insurance for client protection.
- We provide specialist HR and Health & Safety advice lines.
- Our cloud-based accounting solutions support digital transformation.
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
What people say
Expert tax advice
Reliable payroll service
Friendly team
Cloud accounting support
Inheritance tax planning
Services
Accounting
We provide comprehensive accounting services for businesses of all sizes, from sole traders to large companies. Our team ensures accurate financial records, compliance with regulations, and tailored advice to optimise financial performance. Clients benefit from cloud-based software integration and expert support.
Taxation
Our taxation services include personal and business tax planning, compliance, and specialist advice on inheritance tax and VAT. We help clients minimise liabilities while ensuring adherence to HMRC requirements. Expert support is available for tax investigations and digital submissions.
Auditing
We conduct statutory audits and financial reviews to ensure transparency and compliance for businesses. Our auditors provide detailed insights into financial health, regulatory adherence, and risk management. Services cater to companies with mandatory audit requirements.
Payroll
Our bespoke payroll service manages payroll processing for over 100 clients, ensuring accurate tax calculations and compliance. We handle employee onboarding, payslip generation, and reporting. Cloud-based tools streamline payroll management for businesses.
Probate Services
We assist with probate matters, including will writing, trust creation, and inheritance tax planning. Our experts guide clients through estate administration and future-proofing strategies. Services aim to protect family assets and simplify legal processes.
People
Nikki Merridue
Owner/Director
With over 35 years in accountancy, Nikki has led Matthews Hanton since 2016, specialising in small and medium business advisory. She focuses on fostering business growth in dynamic environments.
Paul Coe
Tax Manager
Paul has managed tax services at Matthews Hanton since 1996, specialising in personal and trust tax. He provides expert payroll processing advice and compliance solutions.
Guy Witcher
Client Manager
Guy oversees small business clients and leverages his expertise in payroll and bookkeeping software. He has supported clients at Matthews Hanton since 2003.
Rebecca Merridue
Accounting Staff
Rebecca, AAT qualified, supports clients with cloud accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll. She joined the team in 2018, focusing on digital financial solutions.
Stephen Merridue
Accounting Staff
Stephen specialises in Xero and Sage Cloud software, aiding businesses with accounting and bookkeeping. He joined in 2018, offering expertise in Motor Industry VAT schemes.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, payroll, tax compliance, and financial advisory services tailored to small businesses, using cloud-based tools for efficiency.
Can you assist with HMRC tax investigations?
Yes, we offer Tax Investigation insurance and expert support to guide clients through HMRC audits and compliance checks.
Do you support cloud-based accounting software?
We specialise in Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage Cloud, offering setup, training, and ongoing support for digital financial management.
What probate services are available?
We assist with will writing, trust creation, inheritance tax planning, and estate administration to protect family assets.
Are you qualified to handle business audits?
Our team conducts statutory audits and financial reviews, ensuring compliance and transparency for businesses with mandatory audit requirements.
Reviews (1)
Chris Shelton
Jun 04, 2020
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Fantastic Accountants, good friendly and efficient service for well over 10 years. Highly recommended.
