Accountants for a working Sittingbourne economy
Sittingbourne grew on industry. Paper making has been part of the town for well over a century, with the mill at Kemsley still a major local employer, and the town's history also takes in brick making and Thames sailing barges. Today the business mix is broad: manufacturers, distributors and engineering firms on the Eurolink estate and around Ridham, research companies at Kent Science Park, and a large community of trades, retailers and service businesses serving the growing population.
That variety means our Sittingbourne clients need different things. A distributor cares about stock and VAT on imports, a science company about R&D, and a plumber about getting the tax return done properly and on time.
How we help
For established companies we prepare annual accounts and Corporation Tax returns, and for those who want a regular view of performance we produce monthly or quarterly management accounts showing margins, overheads and cash.
Businesses doing technical development work, whether on the science park or in a workshop on the industrial estates, may be able to claim R&D tax relief. We look at whether projects qualify under the current rules, gather the evidence and prepare the claim, being clear about what does and does not count.
Employers of all sizes use our payroll service, from a single apprentice to shift teams with overtime and pension auto-enrolment.
What working with us looks like
We are not based in Sittingbourne and do not pretend to be. Our clients there work with us online: bookkeeping in cloud software, documents by secure upload or email, and conversations by video call or call back. Where a visit makes sense, such as a planning session with a board of directors, we can arrange a meeting.
- Tell us what you need through our enquiry form.
- We ask the right questions and send a written quote.
- We handle clearance from your previous accountant and connect to your software using its accountant invitation.
- We agree a timetable and stick to it, with draft figures sent to you before anything is filed.
Stock and year-end counts
For distributors and manufacturers holding stock, we also look at how stock is counted and valued at the year end, because small errors there can move profit noticeably. A simple, consistent count procedure and a clear record of slow-moving lines make the accounts more reliable and give you better information for buying decisions.
Growing in Sittingbourne
New housing has brought new businesses: home-based consultancies, mobile trades, online sellers and franchises. If you are just starting, we can help with registrations, a sensible bookkeeping set-up and an early conversation about whether to incorporate.
We also act for clients along the Swale and Medway, including Faversham and Sheerness.
Accountants in Sittingbourne: common questions
Do you have an office in Sittingbourne?
No. We work with Sittingbourne businesses remotely using cloud software, secure uploads, email and video calls, with a call back available whenever you want to talk. Meetings in person can be arranged by agreement, for example for a planning session or a year-end review with several directors.
We develop products on an industrial estate. Could we claim R&D tax relief?
Possibly. Relief depends on whether your work tries to resolve scientific or technological uncertainty, not on where it happens. Many manufacturers and engineers qualify for part of their work. We will review your projects, explain what fits the rules and prepare a claim you can support with evidence.
Can you produce monthly figures for our board?
Yes. Our management accounts show sales, margins, overheads and cash for the period, with comparisons against budget or last year. We agree the format and timetable with you, and we can add short commentary so directors can see what has changed and why.
I am a sole trader in Sittingbourne. What will you need for my tax return?
We will need your income records, business bank statements, receipts or a summary of expenses, and details of any other income such as employment or property. If you use accounting software, we can connect directly. We send a checklist so you know exactly what to gather.