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Compliance and Business Support Services

Compliance Services

Statutory audits

Annual accounts preparation

Company secretarial services

Payroll procedures

Tax returns

Support Services

Management accounts and information

Payroll advice

Bookkeeping

Budgets, business plans and forecasts

Liaising with banks and institutions

Sales ledger maintenance and debt collection

Consultancy and Systems Advice

Management consultancy

IT advice on accounting systems

Tailored financial management systems

Payroll systems

Business Start-Up Advice on financing a new business

Securing start-up funds

Structuring of business

Financial planning

Development of management information systems

TaxationCorporation Tax Services

Corporation tax self assessment

Corporate tax planning

Personal Tax (including sole traders and partnerships)

Self assessment

Personal tax planning

Capital Gains Tax

Inheritance tax and estate planning

Trusts

NI and PAYE P11Ds advice and completion

Compliance

VAT Returns

Advice and compliance

HMRC Investigations Companies

Sole traders and partnerships

Individuals

Fee protection service

Registered Auditors • Accountants • Business Advisors

337 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire SL1 5PR

tel: 01628 559551 • fax: 01628 559552 email: [email protected] website: www.masons-accountants.com

Partners: M F Chapman • A Jeffries • P J Gorman • N J Gadeke • G A Hook

Registered as Auditors and regulated for a range of investment business activities in the United Kingdom by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

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S T A B i L i T Y e X P e R i e N C e H i S T O R Y

Clients value our extensive professional experience and expertise

P e R S O N A L R e L i A B L e P R O F e S S i O N A L

Masons is a dynamic forward-thinking

firm established in 1976.

it has developed into one of the largest

independent accountants in Berkshire,

providing a unique high quality service

to all types of business, locally and

further afield.

Clients value our extensive professional

experience and expertise ~ and while we

fully embrace the latest technology and

modern ways of working, we also retain

our traditional approach to personal

service ensuring our clients’ needs are at

the heart of everything we do.

Many clients have trusted Masons since

we first helped them establish their

own business. We have the breadth and

depth of expertise to deliver short-term

solutions and long-term peace of mind.

So, whether you are starting out,

expanding, or looking to safeguard

your retirement, our extensive range of

An InTRoDuCTIon services are designed to help and give

you access to the advice and resources

you need.

Whatever your situation, whatever your

size, we will use our vast experience,

creative thinking and resources to

provide you with the care and support

you deserve.

The backbone of any successful business

relationship is one born out of trust.

Clients value our openness and

straightforward approach, achieved by

building a strong bond and rapport

with them.

Through this and our long-standing

presence in Berkshire, we have built an

enviable reputation within the business

community for being reliable and good

at what we do.

As a result, our business has grown from

strength to strength, and we are proud

to say that over the past ten years 95%

of all our new business has derived from

existing clients and business associates.

it is our reputation and desire to

cultivate genuine partnerships with our

clients, that forms the basis of our joint

commitment to success.

d i L i G e N C e S e C U R i T Y A S S U R A N C e

The backbone of any successful business relationship

is one born out of trust

d e d i C A T i O N K N O W L e d G e C R e d e N C e

C O N F i d e N T P R o a c t i v e T R U S T W O R T H Y

The combination of your business

knowledge and our support services will

help your business grow and increase

profitability.

every client engagement has extensive

partner involvement which enables us to

really get to know your business and offer

well informed, constructive advice.

We pride ourselves on quality support

services, strong customer focus and

listening to your needs.

it’s what we’ve been doing successfully

for decades.

Managing a business is often complex and requires

constant attention in order to succeed. Outsourcing

important yet laborious day-to-day functions can make

a difference, leaving you to concentrate on growing

your business.

We can provide effective solutions to any commercial

challenge that you may encounter. As well as looking

back at your statutory accounts, business and personal

tax returns, we can help you to look forward and plan

ahead for the forthcoming challenges which you are

likely to meet.

Our objective is simple; we offer a personalised service

designed to provide you with peace of mind in dealing

with your requirements, safe in the knowledge we have

handled your affairs with the same care and attention

we would our own.

F R i e N d L Y e F F i C i e N T d e P e N d A B L e

Every client engagement has extensive partner involvement which enables us to really get to know your

business and offer well informed, constructive advice

All Masons partners are qualified

accountants and/or tax advisers with a

wealth of knowledge. Our managers are

also fully qualified in their respective fields.

The combination of practical experience

and technical expertise enables us to

be proactive in the advice we give to

our clients.

We recognised a long time ago that

while it’s important to comply with all

regulatory requirements to the highest

standard and deal with those processes

efficiently, clients require more.

Putting into place the correct financial

controls and appropriate corporate

strategies are vital components for any

successful business ~ this is the expertise

Masons can provide.

Our tax department is particularly adept

in mitigating tax liabilities, both personal

and corporate, for short-term gain and

longer-term aims.

We also specialise in dealing with tax

investigations initiated by HM Revenue

& Customs which can be a stressful

and expensive process. Not only do we

relieve the stress, we also offer a fee

protection insurance to alleviate the cost

of conducting the enquiry.

Our advisory services are extensive and

include:

Registered auditors

Preparation of business accounts of any size

Management services

Payroll services

Company secretarial services

Business and share valuation services

Tax planning

Personal tax, capital gains tax and inheritance tax

All business taxes including VAT and corporation tax

Forensic accounting services

Buying and selling large and small businesses

F R e e d O M P R O T e C T i O N G U i d A N C e

PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE

In short, we will make sure everything is in the right format, in the right place

and at the right time

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

We offer a comprehensive range of

additional business support services to

help you grow and prosper.

By working with us you will develop a

stronger, more profitable business that

will be easier to control and manage.

i N S i G H T F O C U S S T R A T e G Y

We advise on all aspects of business,

from start-up through all stages of

development into sale, retirement or new

business opportunities.

We work closely with solicitors, financial

service providers and other legal

professionals to provide a full financial

advisory service.

i N S P i R A T i O N G R O W T H A M B i T i O N

Your future is safe in our hands

You will always be in control

Strategic business and tax planning

will be invaluable in developing and

driving your business forward

Building relationships will

produce creative ideas and

planning opportunities

Your ability to adapt in a rapidly

changing business environment

is paramount and we will be

with you all the way

We are committed to providing an

innovative and inspirational service

We have the determination and desire

to help you succeed by continually

delivering value to your business

i M A G i N A T i O N v i s i o n S U C C e S S

We will help you set clear goals and

remain focused on delivering results

our business specialists will bring

new energy to your business by

providing imaginative strategies

in the fields of accounting,

taxation and financial services

We actively embrace and deliver

a forward thinking approach

to each and every client

There is always an element of uncertainty

about the future, and in particular what

legislative changes may arise.

Masons has the experience to deal with

all aspects of your financial affairs from a

commercial and personal perspective.

Your future is safe with us because: