Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Accountants in Dorking
Established in 1975, Ellis Atkins is a Chartered Accountancy practice rooted in Dorking, Surrey. Our team of qualified professionals delivers tailored financial solutions for businesses and individuals, combining technical expertise with a refreshingly approachable approach. We specialise in tax compliance, payroll management, audit services, and bespoke advisory support for SMEs across diverse sectors including healthcare, property, and retail.With decades of collective experience, we prioritise clear communication and practical problem-solving to alleviate financial complexities for our clients. Our commitment to community engagement is demonstrated through local apprenticeship programmes and partnerships with schools. As ICAEW-registered auditors, we maintain rigorous professional standards while fostering a culture of innovation and client-centric service delivery.
Services
Tax Compliance
Payroll Management
Audit Services
Business Advisory
Personal Tax Returns
Cloud Accounting
Estate Planning
HR Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We combine 50+ years of local expertise with modern accounting technology
- Our ICAEW-registered auditors deliver statutory compliance with practical insight
- Tailored services for medical professionals, property developers, and SMEs
- Cloud accounting software integration with Sage, QuickBooks, and Xero
- Community-focused approach with local apprenticeship and school partnerships
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Friendly approachable advice
Enjoy meetings
Above expectations
Services
Business Tax Compliance
We provide comprehensive tax compliance services for SMEs, including Corporation Tax returns and strategic tax planning. Our team ensures businesses meet HMRC requirements while minimising liabilities through legitimate relief schemes. With expertise across multiple sectors, we offer tailored advice on remuneration structures and quarterly tax provisions.
Payroll Management
Our payroll solutions cover PAYE calculations, electronic payslips, and CIS subcontractor management. We ensure accurate employee payments and statutory compliance while offering additional HR support for disciplinary procedures and employment contracts. The service integrates with cloud-based systems for real-time reporting.
Audit Services
As ICAEW-registered auditors, we conduct statutory audits for companies exceeding turnover or employee thresholds. Our cost-effective audit processes ensure regulatory compliance while providing financial health insights. We specialise in audit assurance for businesses requiring HMRC reporting and financial reviews.
Personal Tax Returns
We manage personal tax compliance including self-assessment returns and capital gains reporting. Our service covers trust and estate taxation, with strategic planning to reduce liabilities. Clients receive HMRC communication handling and digital submission through Making Tax Digital compliant systems.
Cloud Accounting
We implement cloud-based accounting solutions with Sage, QuickBooks, and Xero. Services include software selection, migration support, and training. Our MTD-compliant systems enable real-time financial tracking, with optional outsourced bookkeeping and quarterly VAT return preparation for businesses.
People
James Bray
Partner
James leads our audit and compliance services with 25+ years' experience in SME accounting. He specialises in tax strategy for owner-managed businesses and maintains our ICAEW audit accreditation standards.
Philip Longstaff
Partner
Philip oversees business advisory services, focusing on financial planning and HR consultancy. With sector expertise in healthcare accounting, he drives our community engagement initiatives and apprenticeship programmes.
Fiona Gibson
Tax Specialist
Fiona manages personal tax services including estate planning and inheritance tax mitigation. She advises medical professionals on pension reviews and complex self-assessment cases, ensuring HMRC compliance.
Natalie Armstrong
Practice Manager
Natalie coordinates our cloud accounting services, overseeing software integration and client training. She manages our digital transformation projects and supports SMEs with Making Tax Digital compliance.
Alison Worrall
Senior Accountant
Alison specialises in payroll solutions and CIS compliance. She leads our outsourced HR services, advising businesses on employment contracts and disciplinary procedures while managing client payroll operations.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for medical professionals?
We provide tailored tax and accounting services for healthcare professionals including partnership accounts, superannuation certificates, and NHS pension reviews. Our sector-specific expertise ensures compliance with medical industry regulations.
Do you handle statutory audit requirements?
Yes, as ICAEW-registered auditors we conduct statutory audits for companies exceeding £10.2m turnover, £5.1m assets, or 50 employees. We ensure compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements.
How do you support business succession planning?
We offer business valuation, share option schemes, and tax-efficient exit strategies. Our services include inheritance tax planning and corporate reorganisation advice for business owners preparing succession plans.
What cloud accounting software do you support?
We work with Sage, QuickBooks, and Xero platforms. Our team provides software selection, migration support, and training to ensure MTD compliance and efficient digital bookkeeping operations.
Can you assist with construction industry payroll?
Yes, we manage CIS payroll requirements including subcontractor verification, tax deductions, and HMRC reporting. Our services ensure compliance with construction industry scheme regulations.
Do you offer outsourced HR services?
We provide outsourced HR support for employment contracts, disciplinary procedures, and policy development. This service helps business owners focus on core operations while maintaining employment law compliance.
