Essex-wide
Accountants in Essex
We're an Essex-based firm of accountants working with limited companies, sole traders and landlords across the county — from Brentwood and Chelmsford through to Colchester, Southend, Harlow and the Essex coast. Senior staff, fixed monthly fees, and a phone that gets answered.
Office address
First floor, 105 High Street
Brentwood, Essex CM14 4RR
Phone & email
Opening hours
Mon–Fri: 09:00 – 17:00
Sat–Sun: closed
Accountancy support across Essex
Essex has one of the largest small-business populations in the UK — a huge mix of trades and construction, professional services, retail, hospitality, logistics, e-commerce, healthcare and property landlords. We deliberately stay small enough to give every client senior-level attention, while running on cloud software so the geography never gets in the way.
ACCA-qualified, Xero & FreeAgent partners, and built around long-term relationships rather than churn. We work with clients from CM, RM, SS, IG, CO and CB postcodes — most onboarded fully within a couple of weeks and most never needing to set foot in the office.
Areas we regularly work in around Essex: Brentwood · Chelmsford · Colchester · Southend-on-Sea · Harlow · Basildon
Industries we work with in Essex
Where to find us
Our office is in Brentwood, and we work with clients right across Essex — most of it handled remotely on Xero or FreeAgent.
What clients say
"Jamie and the team have been brilliant since we moved over. Clear advice, fixed fees and they actually pick up the phone."
— Sarah M.
"Saved us thousands in our first year. Proper tax planning rather than just doing the accounts and sending a bill."
— David R.
"Switched from a big firm and the difference is night and day. We know who we're dealing with and nothing falls through the cracks."
— Laura T.
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Frequently asked questions
Common Questions
Are you actually based near Essex?
Yes — our office is in Brentwood, Essex (CM14 4RR), and we work with clients right across the county. Most of the work runs on cloud software so we don't need to be on your doorstep, but you're welcome at the office any time.
What does it cost to switch to you?
Nothing. We handle the handover with your old accountant, transfer your records, and start on a clear fixed monthly fee — no surprise invoices, no hourly billing for phone calls. We'll always quote before any work starts.
Do you only work with limited companies?
No — we work with limited companies, sole traders, partnerships, landlords and individuals on self assessment. Pricing is based on what you actually need rather than a one-size-fits-all package.
Are you regulated?
Yes. We're ACCA-qualified, registered with HMRC for anti-money-laundering supervision, and we're a Xero and FreeAgent partner firm.
How quickly can you get me onboarded?
Most clients are fully onboarded within 2 weeks of the first call — ID checks, professional clearance with your previous accountant, software setup and access to our client portal all included.
Talk to an accountant in Essex
Free, no-pressure initial call. We'll look at where you are now, what you need, and quote a clear fixed monthly fee.