9 Best Accountants & Accounting Firms in Canterbury

We have compiled a list of the 6 best accountants and accounting firms in Canterbury based on Google reviews. The companies had to have at least three reviews and a score of 4.1 or above to be included.

Please note that these listings are in no particular order and are based on user reviews only. We can’t guarantee the quality of any of the services directly.

1. Burgess Hodgson LLP

Sample Services:

• Personal and business tax services
• Research and development tax credits
• HMRC tax investigations
• Tax planning
• VAT returns
• Payroll management and pension auto-enrolment
• Corporate finance services
• Business structure and restructuring
• Forensic accounting
• All types of audits and assurance services

AAT Licensed: No

ACCA Licensed: Yes

Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants: Yes

Sample Reviews:

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Burgess Hodgson, an outstanding accountancy firm handled by the remarkable Oliver Laughton. From day one, their commitment to providing top-notch service has truly impressed me. The staff’s professionalism and expertise are evident in every interaction.” – Ryan

“The Burgess Hodgson team knows their stuff .. they are also friendly, helpful, and responsive. Matthew Sutton and Ollie Laughton lead the teams supporting me, with both my personal and business accounts, covering all my day-to-day returns (including VAT, corporation tax, self-assessment) and special projects.” – Crispin

Address:

Kent County, Camburgh House, 27 New Dover Rd, Canterbury CT1 3DN

Website:

https://burgesshodgson.co.uk/

2. Dynamix Accountancy

Sample Services:

• Preparation and submission of annual accounts
• Monthly and quarterly management accounts
• VAT returns
• Payroll management and pension auto-enrolment
• Personal and business tax services
• Self-assessment returns
• Tax advice
• Corporation tax
• Capital gains tax
• Inheritance tax

AAT Licensed: No

ACCA Licensed: No

Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants: No

Sample Reviews:

“Dynamix have been our accountants for over a decade now. Played a large role in helping us grow and be friendly and accommodating at every stage. Naz has gone above and beyond more times than I can remember. Can’t recommend them highly enough!” – Naz

“In the 4 or 5 months that we’ve been with Dynamix, they’ve sorted out the huge mess that our old accountant had been trying to sort out for years (big thanks to Shaun in payroll for all his hours spent on the phone to HMRC for us).” – Laurence

Address:

Dane John Works, Gordon Rd, Canterbury CT1 3PP

Website:

https://www.dynamixgroup.co.uk/

3. Shiels Accountancy Services

Sample Services:

• Cloud accounting with Xero and QuickBooks
• Business startup service
• Consultancy and systems advice
• Business planning and forecasts
• Bookkeeping
• Payroll management and pension auto-enrolment
• Preparation and submission of annual accounts
• Regular management accounts
• VAT returns
• Tax planning

AAT Licensed: No

ACCA Licensed: No

Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants: No

Sample Reviews:

“The Victoria Hotel has been using Shiels Accountancy Services for six months now and can say we are happy to recommend their services and we use them for all bookkeeping, payroll, and producing management monthly reports. Very professional and prompt service with a flexible, helpful attitude.” – Anthony

“I cannot recommend Anthony Shiels more highly than to say he provided a superb service for my wife and me. We had a difficult problem to deal with, but from the start, Anthony gave us the reassurance and confidence to know that it would be dealt with professionally.” – David

Address:

Gas St, Canterbury CT1 2PR

Website:

https://www.shielsaccountancy.co.uk/

4. TaxAssist Accountants

Sample Services:

• TaxAssist is a major UK accounting franchise with offices in numerous UK cities
• Cryptocurrency Tax Service – An increasingly popular service in regard to the growth of the popularity of cryptocurrencies in the UK 
• Payroll Automation 
• Bookkeeping 
• Filing of VAT Returns and submission to the HMRC
• Filing your annual reports and submitting them to the HMRC in a timely manner
• Auto-Enrollment Pension Schemes – The company helps clients choose the appropriate pension scheme for their employees 
• Helping clients apply for research and development funds
• Business Rescue and Recovery service for troubled businesses
• Making Tax Digital

AAT Licensed: No

ACCA Licensed: Yes

Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants: Yes

Sample Reviews:

“TaxAssist Canterbury has been dealing with my accounts for six years, and I have been very happy with the services they provide. All their accountants are extremely helpful, responsive, and efficient.” – Anna

“Tax Assist have always lived up to their name, I have used them for years and  found them really knowledgeable and totally thorough in their work.” – Paul

Address:

48 Castle St, Canterbury CT1 2PY

Website:

https://www.taxassist.co.uk/accountants/canterbury

5. Outrise Accounting

Sample Services:

• Financial budgets and forecasts
• VAT returns
• Preparation and submission of annual accounts
• Business growth service
• Monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Self-assessment returns
• Bookkeeping
• Payroll management and pension auto-enrolment
• Tax planning
• Handling of communication with the HMRC

AAT Licensed: No

ACCA Licensed: No

Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants: No

Sample Reviews:

“Their attitude and offering from the start has been fantastic and unique – moving away from the dreariness of traditional services to genuine value add through strategic insight and thoughtful, practical advice.” – Sam

“We have had a great experience using OutRise for our business over the years. They are always on hand to support us with all of our accountancy needs, and the team is really supportive and quick to answer any questions, big or small. Our by monthly meetings have been particularly helpful.” – Info Eyelash Excellence

Address:

76, Canterbury Innovation Centre, University Rd, Canterbury CT2 7FG

Website:

https://outrise.co.uk/

6. Ethos Accountancy Solutions Ltd

Sample Services:

• Personal and business tax services
• Preparation and submission of annual accounts
• VAT returns
• Payroll management and pension auto-enrolment
• Corporation tax
• Tax planning
• Regular management accounts
• Dividends and expenses advice
• Mortgage and income reference
• Business plans

AAT Licensed: No

ACCA Licensed: Yes

Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants: No

Sample Reviews:

“Very happy with their work, highly recommended!” – Ro

Several additional 5-star reviews without text.

Address:

20 North Ln, Canterbury CT2 7PG

Website:

https://www.ethosaccountancy.co.uk/

7. Pentins Financial Planners

Sample Services:

• Financial planning
• Budgets and forecasts
• Wealth management
• Trusts
• Estate planning
• Personal and business tax
• Business planning
• Corporate finance service
• Tax planning
• Investment planning

AAT Licensed: No

ACCA Licensed: No

Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants: No

Sample Reviews:

“We had our yearly update with Sam yesterday.  As usual, we felt confident with all our investments.  Sam clearly covers every aspect clearly, leaving us very happy with our choice of financial advisors.  Great service!” – Deborah

“We have been using Pentins Financial Planning for many years. Since Samantha has joined the company, we have been able to review our various investments completely and we are pleased with the results to date.” * Kuhl

Address:

Canterbury Innovation Centre, University Rd, Canterbury CT2 7FG

Website:

https://pentinsfp.co.uk/

8. MPH Accountants & Business Advisors

Sample Services:

• Business startup service
• Business coaching
• Preparation and submission of annual accounts
• Payroll management and pension auto-enrolment
• Business valuation
• Bookkeeping
• Financial projections
• CIS returns for construction companies
• VAT returns
• Company formation

AAT Licensed: No

ACCA Licensed: No

Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants: No

Sample Reviews:

“Thank you so much to the team at MPH Accountants in Whitstable! They turned my accounts around and helped me transfer over to digital with fantastic results from day one. I receive a wonderful service from the team who make accounting and tax so simple!” – Louise

“MPH accountants have done exceptionally. It’s taken a whole year to get my books sorted because of HMRC, but they didn’t give up. They stuck to it and got it sorted for me. Will be using them again and can strongly recommend them.” – Keiran

Address:

99 Canterbury Rd, Whitstable CT5 4HG

Website:

https://www.mphaccountants.co.uk/

9. South East Bookkeeping

Sample Services:

• Cloud accounting with QuickBooks and Xero
• Preparation and submission of annual accounts
• Bookkeeping
• Monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Handling of communication with the HMRC
• Payroll management and pension auto-enrolment
• VAT returns
• Self-assessment returns
• Personal and business tax
• Tax planning

AAT Licensed: Yes

ACCA Licensed: No

Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants: No

Sample Reviews:

“South East Bookkeeping has been helping us with our bookkeeping, accounts, and payroll for the last 2 1/2 years.  We would highly recommend them for their professionalism, knowledge, and advice. Nothing is too much trouble, and our business is so much  better with their help.” – Firle

“Our farming business has been involved with South East Bookkeeping from the beginning, and I can’t thank them enough for the support they provide. Always happy to problem solve, answer queries, and keep us up to date in a friendly but professional manner. Would highly recommend it.” – PHR Farms

Address:

23 Heathfield Way, Barham, Canterbury CT4 6QH

Website:

https://www.southeastbookkeeping.co.uk/