Established in Sherborne in 1994 – and still here 28 years later – we hold the hand of business owners in Dorset and beyond. With us in your corner, you can enjoy the freedom of ‘doing you’ whilst leaving the number crunching to us. Thanks to our decades of accounting expertise, our team is a step beyond traditional accountancy, and we pride ourselves on delivering a service that saves you time, money, and effort.
Using the latest cloud technology, we give our clients a real-time snapshot of their finances, meaning you can decide and act upon our expert advice with confidence. We listen to you, understand that your business – big or small – is your baby and give honest advice. We are part of your team.
Our services – enjoy your freedom
As one of our clients, you will have someone in your corner who will save you both time and money whilst always looking to the future. We take care of our clients, making time to know you and your business inside out – no matter how big or small. Your finances are in safe hands, and you are more than just a number to us.
Accounts preparation
Our financial reporting is beyond standard. Access real-time accounts with our flexible and responsive service.
Business tax
From start-ups to clients turning over more than £10m, we give thorough, honest advice regarding your business.
Taking a holistic approach to tax planning, we seek creative solutions to efficiently navigate the UK’s tax system – one of the most complex in the world. We are proactive in easing the pressure of acquiring and selling a business, maximising all available tax allowances and reliefs.
Fee protection
Tax investigations are on the increase, with many individuals and companies alike facing more scrutiny than ever.
It can be stressful, time-consuming, and costly for the party involved. We want to protect you where possible, which is why we offer a Fee Protection Insurance service, covering professional fees associated with a tax investigation. The cost for this protection varies depending on your company status, so contact us for a bespoke quote.
VAT
VAT can seem like a burden, despite the Government’s efforts to lessen this challenge for businesses.
It’s still a time-consuming task. We work closely with you to prepare and submit your VAT return on time and also offer book-keeping services. We help you choose the right VAT scheme, meaning you could make potentially significant savings on your HMRC payment, all while reducing the risk of errors made on your submission, saving time and money if subjected to a HMRC visit.
Payroll
Whatever your business type, efficient payroll systems are crucial and we help you simplify this laborious process.
We like to make things simple, and with the platform we use it means from the moment your payroll run is finalised, the necessary entries in Xero and Quickbooks are made automatically, saving you time and ensuring your accounts are accurate and available quickly.
We offer a full and flexible service, tailored to you, to improve the performance of your business:
- Weekly/monthly/annual payroll
- PAYE registration
- Advice on PAYE/CIS/National Insurance liabilities and due dates
- Administration of statutory payments
- Completion of statutory forms, including yearend returns to issue to your employees and submit to HMRC
- Administration of starters and leavers
- Advice on taxable employee benefits (e.g. Company cars, employee loans)
- Administration of incentive schemes and bonuses
- Administration of pension schemes
- P11D advice and completion
Company formations
Using a software-based system, we are able to offer same-day company formations.
Thanks to our direct link to Companies House, this means that maintaining and amending your statutory records and filing confirmation statements can be done on a same-day basis.
Company secretarial
We use a software-based system for this which maintains the electronic file facility with Companies House.
This means that maintaining and making amendments to your statutory records and filing confirmation statements can be made on a same day basis.
Personal tax
Navigate HMRC’s new system of penalties with confidence by having our accountants on hand.
We’ll help you complete your annual self-assessment tax return, giving you peace of mind and saving you time. We also maximise your allowances and reliefs, mitigating inheritance tax liabilities and advise on capital gains issues.
Cloud accounting
With the right accounting software, you can simplify the administrative processes of your finances.
Our Cloud Accounting software partners makes working together easy – you choose which areas you handle, while we work on the rest. With both parties having access to the full financial picture in real-time, it’s easier to make decisions and plan for the future. We use Quickbooks, Xero and Sage and will give you all the practical advice and support you need.
Meet the team
Founder Nick Hunt established Hunts Accountants 28 years ago, building a talented and personable team of accountants. Completing a YTS apprenticeship when he was 16, Nick’s passion for offering others the same level of professional development has inspired the company’s award-winning and comprehensive apprenticeship and training scheme – giving locals the same opportunity to thrive.
Recruitment
We are always interested to hear from talented individuals looking to take the next step in their career, and are eager to train the next generation of accountants as part of our award-winning apprenticeship scheme.
Please see our current vacancies below or send your CV to Nick Hunt at:
Hunts Accountants, The Old Pump House, Oborne Road, Sheborne, Dorset DT9 3RX or email nick@huntsaccountants.co.uk.
Accountant
WE’RE ON THE HUNT for a ‘people’s person’ with a head for numbers.
Let’s talk about you…
You’ll have experience of working in practice and be either studying towards professional qualifications or potentially qualified by experience.
You’ll be comfortable with preparing accounts for year ends or management accounts. You’ll be confident in using platforms such as Quickbooks, Sage and Xero.
You’ll have a good knowledge of basic business and personal tax.
As a vital member of our team, you’ll play a pivotal role in client relations, working with the rest of team to solve problems and meet the challenges of our clients.
How about us?
We’re established and award-winning ‘number crunchers’ in Sherborne – a step beyond traditional accountancy, saving our clients time, money, and effort by embracing the latest technology and investing in talented staff. Always looking to innovate and develop how we can help our clients.
Based in picturesque grounds, just on the outskirts of Dorset’s historic market town of Sherborne, we’ve built a special little world of finance that clients respect and staff find fun – and rewarding. We’ve got excellent facilities including showers to encourage that lunch time jog or cycle to work and private parking.
You will be:
- Preparing annual and management accounts to partner review level
. Preparing business and personal tax computations for partner review
- Preparing smaller management accounts and quarterly phone calls with the clients to discuss
- Reviewing accounts prepared by trainees and providing feedback
- Aiding and providing training to members of the team
You’ll have:
- Strong customer focus: personable, competent, proactive
- Sound knowledge of generating account reports
- Excellent communication
- Professional manner
You’ll need to:
- Be reliable
- Good at working under pressure and enjoy a challenge
- Use your own initiative and collaborate well with a team
- Have a ‘can do’ attitude
- Have a willingness to learn and grow
We offer you:
- Private health care
- Hybrid working opportunity
- Competitive salary
Study support packages for AAT, ACCA, ATT and others
Does this sound like you? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Full-time hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free on-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Working days:
- Monday to Friday
If this role is right for you, please send your CV with a covering letter to info@huntsaccountants.co.uk
Hunts Apprenticeships
We love offering apprenticeship opportunities to career-driven individuals looking to start and progress their career with tailored, on-the-job experience. We currently have two apprenticeship roles available for Accountancy and Business Administration.
If you’d like to know more about either of these roles or to apply, please contact our Managing Director Nick Hunt at nick@huntsaccountants.co.uk
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Hunts Accountants
The Old Pump House
Oborne Road
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3RX
info@huntsaccountants.co.uk
01935 815 008
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