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Brighter accountancy & bookkeeping

Accountancy, taxation, bookkeeping and payroll services in Surrey and South East England.

How we help

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Brighter accounting

Welcome to David Howard. We are an accountancy firm with offices in Hampton Wick, Weybridge, Cranleigh, Bagshot, Leatherhead, Cowfold and Chobham serving clients throughout the UK. We are here to provide exceptional service to our clients, and aim to provide inspiration to you.

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Our services

We provide a range of services to small businesses, including outsourced services, business and personal tax. Please explore the various sections and industry sectors to see how we work and how we can help you.

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Accountancy

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Payroll services

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Bookkeeping

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Tax services

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Online accounting

Less paperwork, more efficiency. Our online accounting services are designed to help you process information in a more productive way by providing you with improved reports and joining key people together in one click.

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“Working with David Howard is like having an invaluable partner by your side. They provided me, and my business with a highly professional service, always offering flexible solutions. There is always someone experienced available to talk through your business queries, and I would recommend them 100%.”

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Company Director

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Our clients

Client comments give perhaps the most important view of any business. We always strive to provide solutions and benefits, resolve problems and make sure that our clients are as happy with our services as possible. Please read through our client reviews to see how we have helped some of our clients and how they view us.

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Our online knowledge hub

On our resources page we’ve gathered a lot of useful materials such as calculators, guides and business news digest to help you think about your financial planning needs. They are aimed at both individuals and business owners, and will help with various business, tax and other financial planning matters.

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How we help

[H2] Our services
Browse though the various sections to see the wide range of services we offer to help your business grow. We have spent years to develop our core accounting skills and expertise and transform them into powerful tools to help you improve the profitability of your business.

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Audit

Registered Auditors, adding value to your business with Audit services.

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Accountancy

Accounts production for your business delivering professional input and advice.

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Bookkeeping

Cost effective outsourced book-keeping software and services including VAT Returns.

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Business advisory

Experienced advisors to help you with all aspects of business planning.

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Company secretarial

Dealing with legal compliance and filing for your Limited Company, including Registered Office.

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Payroll services

Professional, secure, professional cost effective payroll service and advice with online portal.

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Software solutions

Expert advice and support to help chose, implement and link the right software in your business.

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Fee protection insurance

Peace of mind insurance cover to pay professional fees in the event of HMRC Enquiries for all taxes.

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Tax services

All aspects of tax compliance and advisory to deal with Corporation Tax, Personal Tax, VAT, CGT, Inheritance Tax, and other taxes

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Business tax

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Personal tax

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Looking for more specific advice?

We have also developed a number of industry specialisms over the years, which enable us to provide finely tuned, highly focused services in these sectors.

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[H2] Our online solutions
We provide a range of the UK’s  top online bookkeeping products, tailored solutions and programming to link existing software with online client portals for accounts and payroll information. Our blend of IT skills and Accountancy expertise is ideal to help you develop your own systems in the best way and also engage with you in the most effective and efficient manner.

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After something different?

If you are interested in a particular service that you don’t see on the menu, do not hesitate to contact us to discuss ways in which we can meet your needs.

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Testimonials

Client comments give perhaps the most important view of any business. We always strive to provide solutions and benefits, resolve problems and make sure that our clients are as happy with our services as possible. Please read through our client reviews to see how we have helped some of our clients and how they view us.

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First Class
I selected David Howard to act as my accountants for my start up business based on their web site and their prompt response to my inquiry. During the first meeting the knowledge, the technology and professionalism of the partner confirmed my opinion that they would be the right accountants for me.

Joe Wood
Director, Knowledge Garden Limited

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A complete pleasure to work with
I have been with David Howard for 12 years and Nicola and team have been a complete pleasure to work with throughout this time .I have recommended David Howard to several friends and family members ,for business and personal accounting services.

Rupert Norman
Director, Montagu Renovations Limited

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Professional and efficient
David Howard were recommended to us by our financial adviser after we had a difficult time with our previous accountants. From the outset, we were impressed by their professionalism, efficiency and breadth of knowledge.We get on with our business, knowing that our accounts and book-keeping are in very safe hands with the team at David Howard.

Helen Francis
Director, World’s End Interiors Limited

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Helpful and friendly
We have recently moved to David Howard, about a year ago. Quite frankly, I wish i’d made the move years ago. They are helpful, friendly and jargon free. it’s made a world of difference to our ability to forecast and I feel we have much better control of the business.I am happy to recommend them.

Trish Carver
Director, Sims4Training Limited

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A perfect partner for your business
We have been working with David Howard for over 10 years now. Frank and the team are extremely efficient and always happy to help in answering the day to day questions that running a small business often poses. We’d be lost without them!

James Allerton
Director, Cube Concept Limited

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DocSAFE

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docSAFE is our online storage and approval system which allows our clients to securely store documents, approve Accounts, Tax Returns and other documents anytime, anywhere.
You can work with us together on files so we can share information, and you will be able to access records anywhere in the world, at your convenience. Electronic approval, means fast turnaround and efficiency, as well as saving a few trees along the way!

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Remote access & meetings

[H2] Instant remote access meetings
Remote access meetings can transform the way we work with you. Click a button and enter a code and we are connected! It’s that easy, we can share screens both ways allowing us to discuss the data on your local computer or switch sides for us to discuss any information on our field, such as spreadsheets, accounts data, tax returns, accounts or anything at all!

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No travel, no parking and often no appointment! It couldn’t be more simple!

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TeamViewer is a remote support tool which will allow us to view your computer desktop at the same time as yourself. This is an invaluable facility as it allows us to discuss information with you as if we were sitting together. It also allows us for some clients to periodically do work on their accounting system, give remote training and advice. The software is password protected and secure.
There are many different ways we can assist you with this facility and we would be happy to give you an online demonstration of how the software works or discuss the applications with you.

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Get the most out of your experience with us –with no extra costs. Contact us today for a free demonstration.

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Guides

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[H2] Tax card 2026/27
Key UK tax rates, allowances and thresholds for the 2026/27 tax year

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[H2] Year-End Tax Guide 2025/26
This guide outlines the main tax reliefs and allowances for the remainder of 2023/24.

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[H2] News Round Up: April 2025
This guide provides a comprehensive round-up of key news and developments for April 2025.

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[H2] Making the most of UK government grants for SMEs
This guide outlines the key UK government grants available for SMEs in 2025

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[H2] Inheritance Tax Essentials for 2025/26
This guide outlines the key inheritance tax reliefs and allowances for the 2025/26 tax year.

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[H2] Year-End Tax Guide 2023/24
This guide outlines the main tax reliefs and allowances for the remainder of 2023/24.
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[H2] Year-End Tax Guide 2022/23
This guide outlines the main tax reliefs and allowances for the remainder of 2022/23.
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[H2] How To Choose An Accountant For Your Charity
If you’re part of a small-mid sized charity or social enterprise, this guide is ideal for you.

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[H2] Hunting For Growth: Autumn Statement 2022
This report covers chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement and what it means for you.

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[H2] Everything You Need to Do to Be Prepared for Making Tax Digital
This guide outlines everything that you need to do so that you’re prepared for Making Tax Digital.

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[H2] Completing Your Year-End Taxes
This guide provides advice on staying organised when completing your year-end taxes.

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[H2] Essential Finance and Accounting Tools for Businesses with 25+ Staff
This guide outlines four powerful software platforms to help your business succeed and grow!

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[H2] How To Start Up A New Business
This guide gives a brief overview of the different things that need to be considered when starting up a new business.

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[H2] Get More From Xero Guide
Add Ons, Integrations & Customisation Explained
If the maze of Xero add-ons and integrations is getting you lost, then download this useful guide that’ll explain everything you need to know.

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[H2] The Complete Guide To Outsourcing Bookkeeping
Your FREE Guide to outsourcing your bookkeeping
If you are considering ways to manage your bookkeeping in a more quick and efficient way, then download this fantastic free guide to outsourcing bookkeeping.

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[H2] The Guide To Cloud Accounting
If you’re considering using The Cloud for your business’ accountancy, check out this guide to find out everything you need to know about cloud accounting and how it is used in business.

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[H2] Making Tax Digital Guide
Your FREE Guide for small businesses
If you need help with doing your tax online, then download this fantastic free guide to easily resolving your business tax online.

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