Our services

At AA & R Certified Accountants, our services are designed to give you clarity, confidence, and complete control over your business finances. Below you’ll find detailed explanations of each service, helping you understand exactly how we support your business and add value at every stage.

Tax Planning & Accounts Preparation

Effective tax planning is essential for any successful business. We work closely with you throughout the year—not just at year-end—to ensure you’re operating in the most tax-efficient way.

Our process includes:

• Annual in-person or virtual tax planning meetings
• Review of your business structure for tax efficiency
• Full preparation of annual accounts
• A clear, jargon-free walkthrough of your final accounts

We ensure you fully understand your numbers so you can confidently approve and use them to guide future decisions.

Bookkeeping

Accurate bookkeeping is the foundation of every strong financial system. While software companies often claim bookkeeping is simple, the reality is very different—errors are common and costly.

Our bookkeeping service gives you:

• Clean, accurate financial records
• Smooth and stress-free year-end accounts
• Regular reconciliations and ledger reviews
• Reduced risk of errors and HMRC issues

When your books are maintained properly from the start, you save time, reduce costs, and gain clearer financial insights.

Self-Assessment Tax Returns

Whether you’re self-employed, own a rental property, receive additional income, or run a limited company, filing a self-assessment tax return is a yearly responsibility. We make the entire process easy and accurate.

What you can expect:

• Full preparation and submission of your tax return
• Virtual review meetings before final submission
• Guidance on allowable expenses and tax relief opportunities
• Payment reminders so you never miss a deadline

We ensure your tax return is correct, compliant, and optimised.

Payroll Services

Running payroll requires accuracy, compliance, and consistency. Our in-house payroll team ensures everything is handled correctly and on time.

Our payroll service includes:

• Monthly payroll processing
• Payslips for employees
• HMRC submissions and compliance
• Pensions and auto-enrolment management
• Support with starter and leaver documentation

Your team gets paid accurately, and you stay compliant without the administrative burden.

Due Diligence Services

If you’re considering purchasing a business, financial due diligence is essential. We help you gain a true understanding of the company’s financial health before making a commitment.

Our due diligence process covers:

• Review of historical financial performance
• Assessment of potential risks and weaknesses
• Analysis of cash flow, profitability, and stability
• Verification of key financial information and assumptions

We provide a clear, honest report to help you make informed decisions.y, and you stay compliant without the administrative burden.

Management Accounts & Financial Analysis Services

For growing businesses, real-time financial insights are crucial. Monthly management accounts keep you in control and help you make informed decisions quickly.

This service includes:

• Monthly or quarterly management accounts
• KPI reporting tailored to your business goals
• Budgeting and forecasting support
• Clear, actionable analysis

You gain complete visibility into your business performance and the confidence to plan ahead.n.

Business Strategy Consulting

Every business faces challenges—strategic, financial, or operational. We’re here to help you navigate them with clarity and confidence.

Our consulting support includes:

• Financial analysis for decision-making
• Business planning and growth strategies
• Review of internal processes and improvements
• Support with major business changes or transactions

We guide you with expertise so you can move forward securely and strategically.

Tailor-Made Packages

Every business is different, which is why we offer flexible, customised packages designed to meet your exact needs.

Whether you require ongoing support, one-off services, or a mix of both, we’ll create the right plan for your business.