Bookkeeping
Accurate, up-to-date records and reconciled bank accounts, so you can see how the business is doing at any point in the year.
Accountants in Hertfordshire & UK-wide
Clear answers when you need them, and time to plan ahead.
I set up GDR after seeing too many business owners hear from their accountant only when a deadline was close. By that point, the moment for a question or a smart tax decision has often gone. Here, you can get answers as soon as you need them and plan ahead with a clear view of your business.
Services
Everything your finances need, under one roof
Choose one service or hand us the lot. Each one connects to the next, so your bookkeeping feeds your accounts and your accounts feed your tax.
Accounting
Year-end accounts prepared and filed with Companies House, plus management figures you can use to make decisions.
Company formation
Advice on whether a limited company suits you, then the incorporation and setup handled properly from day one.
Corporate tax
Corporation tax calculated, returned and paid on time, with the reliefs and allowances your company is entitled to claimed.
Payroll
Payslips, HMRC submissions and pension auto-enrolment handled each pay run, so your team is paid correctly and on time.
Personal tax planning
A clear look at your income, savings, pensions and gains, so you use your allowances and keep more of what you earn.
Self Assessment
Your tax return prepared and filed well before 31 January, with the bill and any payments on account explained in advance.
VAT
Registration, the right scheme for your business and digital returns submitted on time every quarter.
About
Big-firm training, with an accountant you know by name
GDR Accountancy Services was founded by Joe, an ACA-qualified Chartered Accountant with more than 8 years' experience at a top 25 UK firm. Clients get that training and rigour alongside straightforward advice and someone they can easily reach.
- ACA
- Qualified Chartered Accountant
- 8+ years
- Of professional experience
- Top 25
- UK firm background
How we work
Three steps to getting started
- Step 1
Free discovery call
A relaxed chat about where your business is now, what's on your mind and where you want to get to. There's no pitch and no obligation.
- Step 2
Clear options and pricing
If we're a good fit, we'll put together some options with clear pricing, then go through them with you on a second call.
- Step 3
We get you set up
If you're happy, you sign up and we handle onboarding, including any handover from your previous accountant. Then we keep your filings on track.
Tax dates
The UK dates worth keeping in your diary
Missing one of these can mean a penalty. When we look after your tax, we keep track of them for you.
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FAQ
Questions we often hear
What happens on the free call?
It's an informal discovery chat, with no sales pitch and no obligation. We'll talk about where your business stands today, what's concerning you and what you want to achieve. If we're a good match, we'll prepare some clear options with pricing and go through them with you on a follow-up call. If you're happy with them, we'll get you signed up.
How do payments work?
Most of our work runs on a 12-month engagement, starting with a one-off onboarding fee to get everything set up properly. If there's a backlog of catch-up work to bring things current, we'll scope and agree that separately before starting. Ongoing fees are then split evenly across your engagement period, so you know exactly what's due and when.
Do I need to register for VAT?
You must register if your taxable turnover goes over £90,000 in any rolling 12-month period, or if you expect it to in the next 30 days alone. You can also register voluntarily below that level, which can help some businesses. We can work out whether it makes sense for you.
Do I need to file a Self Assessment tax return?
You usually do if you're self-employed with income over £1,000, a partner in a business, or have untaxed income such as rent. Other situations can also bring you into Self Assessment, so send us your details if you're unsure.
Should I be a sole trader or a limited company?
It depends on your profits, how you want to take money out of the business and how much administration you're happy with. A limited company separates your personal assets from the business but brings more filing duties. We'll compare both using your own numbers.
Can I change accountant part-way through the year?
Yes. We contact your previous accountant for the information we need and take over from there. You don't need to wait for your year end.
What is Making Tax Digital for Income Tax?
It requires sole traders and landlords above an income threshold to keep digital records and send HMRC quarterly updates. It began in April 2026 for qualifying income over £50,000 and extends to over £30,000 in April 2027 and over £20,000 in April 2028.
Contact us
Tell us what you need help with
Whether you're starting a company, catching up on a late return or just want a second opinion, get in touch to book a free discovery call. We're based in Hertfordshire and work with clients across the UK.
joe@gdraccountancy.com