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info@jamestoddandco.co.ukMore than just accountants…
Chartered Accountants delivering business advice & support
For more than 30 years, James Todd & Co have been providing accountancy services. As Chartered Accountants our clients trust us to support their goals and growth by providing financial compliance and auditing, bookkeeping, regular management accounting and financial advisory support and services.
Chartered Accountants, Auditors & Advisors
Supporting growth businesses across the UK
Our business is helping your business succeed.
Straightforward financial advice and hands-on accounting support, from qualified Chartered Accountants, with our clear fees and tailored packages. We keep life simple for our clients across London and the South East.
At James Todd and Co, we provide an extensive level of chartered accountancy services tailored to meet the varied financial requirements of businesses throughout the UK. Our large and growing team of experts specialise in tax planning, financial auditing, corporate finance, and bespoke advisory services, ensuring that every financial decision you take is informed, strategic, and in full compliance with the latest regulations. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of tax returns, aiming to enhance your financial performance, or in need of customised advice for business growth, our commitment to excellence, integrity, and personalised service remains solid.
Book a no obligation meeting or complimentary financial consultation for your business. We will review your metrics so you can understand how we can help shape a positive future for your business.
We work with leading accounting software platforms
Financial & Accounting Services
Business start-ups and company formation
We can help you create a business plan with cashflow projections, budgets and more.
Quarterly review and management accounts
We will give you real-time financial information you need to make the right decisions
Stress-free bookkeeping
Let our dedicated team handle your bookkeeping, so you are free to run your business and enjoy your life.
Stress-free payroll
Our dedicated payroll team offer a comprehensive and confidential service, for a fixed pricing structure.
Goals to Growth
When was the last time you asked yourself, “What do I really need to achieve my financial dream”?
Tax
To make sure you optimise your tax position and guarantee you meet requirements.
Audit
We plan our audits to minimise disruption to your working environment. We keep to agreed timescales, deadlines and costs.
Cloud-based accounting
Getting to grips with new technology can be daunting, but cloud-based accounting will save you time and money.
Chartered Accountant Sector Specialities
Supporting business growth across many industries
Our expanding client team is based in offices located in Chichester, West Sussex, and Fareham, Hampshire. Supporting clients across London and the South East of England, James Todd and Co is developing a reputation of enabling business growth across multiple specialist sectors.
Our team of accountants and support specialists are focused on client delivery at every stage, and we are delighted to ourselves be a fast growth business, like many of our clientele.
Whilst not exclusively, sectors such as charities and not-for-profit, construction, health and social care, property, technology, food, hospitality and technology are some of the specialist industries that James Todd & Co have a deeper understanding. We provide clients with industry specific consideration and reassurance by keeping abreast of latest developments relevant to your organisation.
For more information on how we can support your business in specialist sectors or for a more general focus, arrange a callback today.
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Looking for options or have plans for growth, arrange an initial consultation.
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Budget 2026: Key changes for businesses and company founders 📊
This year’s Budget includes several measures that could affect business owners, entrepreneurs and the high street.
Here are some of the announcements worth noting:
🔹 Business rates: From April 2027, the 100% Small Business Rates Relief threshold will increase to £18,000 for qualifying retail, hospitality and leisure properties in England, with the tapered relief threshold rising to £21,000.
🔹 Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR): The lifetime limit for qualifying gains will reduce from £1 million to £500,000 from April 2027.
🔹 New Founders’ Relief: Eligible company founders could benefit from a 10% Capital Gains Tax rate on up to £10 million of qualifying lifetime gains from April 2027.
The detail behind these announcements matters, and the right approach will depend on your business structure, plans and circumstances.
We’ll be reviewing the changes in more detail over the coming days.
📩 Want to understand what the Budget could mean for your business? Get in touch with our team.
#Budget2026 #BusinessTax #BusinessOwners #Entrepreneurs #taxplanning
Budget 2026: What are the key changes? 💷
The Chancellor has delivered the 2026 Budget, with announcements affecting individuals, savers, landlords and businesses.
Here are some of the key measures to be aware of:
🔹 Cash ISAs: The annual allowance remains at £20,000.
🔹 Trading Allowance: Set to increase from £1,000 to £3,000 from April 2027.
🔹 Landlords and savers: Income Tax rates on property and savings income will increase by 2 percentage points from April 2027.
🔹 Self Assessment: Changes from April 2029 will move taxpayers making Payments on Account towards smaller, more regular payments throughout the year.
🔹 Pensioners: A new Pension Tax Allowance is planned for April 2027 to help protect eligible pensioners from being drawn into paying Income Tax as the State Pension increases.
These are just some of the headline announcements. The impact will depend on your individual circumstances.
📩 If you’d like to understand how the Budget could affect you, get in touch with our team.
#Budget2026 #TaxPlanning #PersonalFinance #financialplanning
📢 It’s Budget Day!
The Chancellor is expected to deliver the Autumn Budget at around 12.30pm today, setting out the Government’s latest plans for taxation, spending and the wider economy.
We’ll be keeping a close eye on the announcements and considering what the changes could mean for you, your business and your finances.
We’ll be sharing a summary of the key points following the Budget, so watch this space! 👀
#AutumnBudget #BudgetDay #businessfinance
💡 Top Tip Tuesday: Share Options & Unexpected Tax Bills
Did you know that tax liabilities can arise from employment-related shares and share options before you receive any cash? 📊
The tax implications depend on the type of scheme, timing and whether the shares can readily be converted into cash. Keeping accurate records of option agreements, exercise notices and valuations can help you stay prepared and avoid unwelcome surprises.
A little forward planning can make a big difference when managing your tax obligations.
📩 Contact us for more information on how share options could affect your tax position.
#TopTipTuesday #TaxPlanning #ShareOptions #EmployeeShareSchemes #TaxAdvice
📢 WE’RE HIRING! ACCOUNTANT 📊
📍 Chichester or Fareham
Looking for your next career move in accountancy? 👀
James Todd & Co is looking for an experienced Accountant to join our friendly and supportive team! 🎉
You’ll work with a diverse range of clients, support our Portfolio Managers and help deliver high-quality accounts and tax services.
✨ WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
✅ Preparing year-end accounts for a variety of clients
✅ Managing corporation tax and personal tax returns
✅ Supporting clients and meeting deadlines
✅ Reviewing accounts and preparing client submission packs
✅ Mentoring junior team members
✅ Helping maintain high standards and efficient processes
👀 WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
✔️ AAT Level 4 qualified or qualified by experience
✔️ At least 3 years’ experience in accountancy practice
✔️ Strong accounts preparation and tax knowledge
✔️ Excellent organisation and attention to detail
✔️ A proactive team player with great communication skills
💼 WHY JOIN US?
✨ Friendly and supportive team
✨ Varied clients and interesting work
✨ Opportunities to mentor and develop others
✨ Modern, cloud-based systems
📍 Location: Chichester or Fareham
🕘 Hours: Full-time, office-based
💷 Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Ready for your next step? We’d love to hear from you! 🙌
📩 Email info@jamestoddandco.co.uk to find out more or apply.
Know someone who’d be perfect for the role? 👇 Tag them in the comments or share this post!
#Hiring #AccountantJobs #AccountancyCareers #ChichesterJobs #FarehamJobs
Success starts with having a clear plan and the right numbers behind every decision. 📊
From managing cash flow and planning for growth to keeping your finances on track, proactive accountancy helps you move forward with confidence and turn your business goals into reality.
Because building a successful business takes more than ambition - it takes strategy.
Ready to take control of your business finances? Contact us today.
Wednesday Window! 📸
This week, we’ve been busy behind the scenes with a photo shoot at both of our offices, updating our headshots and refreshing the pictures for our website! ✨
We can’t wait to see the final images and share them with you all!
Keep your eyes peeled for the new photos coming soon! 📷💙
#WednesdayWindow #BehindTheScenes #TeamPhotos #watchthisspace
💡 Top Tip Tuesday
If you invest in or use cryptocurrency, keeping accurate transaction records is essential. From buying and selling to swapping or gifting crypto, every transaction could have tax implications. Regularly downloading and storing your transaction history can save time, reduce stress, and help ensure you’re prepared when it comes to reporting requirements.
For more information on crypto tax obligations and record-keeping, contact our team today.
#TopTipTuesday #CryptoTax #Cryptocurrency #TaxAdvice #FinancialPlanning
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Some words from our wonderful clients..
“For 26 years, James Todd & Co provided exceptional professional support, expert guidance and outstanding customer care. Throughout changing regulations, evolving technology and every stage of my business journey, their team was consistently knowledgeable, responsive and genuinely committed to helping me succeed. As my company now comes to a close, I look back with immense gratitude for 26 years of trust, continuity and professionalism. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend James Todd & Co to any business looking for a long-term, trusted accounting partner.”
– Serge, Inter-Products Ltd
Working with the team at James Todd is a truly lovely experience as all of them are friendly and approachable; add in the huge wealth of expertise that radiates throughout the team and it makes them an absolute pleasure to work with. You never make us feel unimportant and always offer a great, first class service.
Over the years we have built an environment together which comprises of trust and open communication with a versatile approach. Nothing is too much of an issue for them; always responsive, proactive and supportive and I value the relationship we have built up. I am incredibly satisfied with the service we receive from James Todd and I cannot recommend them highly enough.
– Janine Andrews, Head of Finance, Grant Walker Engineering Ltd
“James Todd have been instrumental in helping our business grow by clearly explaining what our figures mean and how to use them strategically. They’ve taken the time to really understand how our bakery operates and where we want to go, which means their advice always feels relevant and tailored to us. Whether we have questions or just need to talk something through, the team is approachable, responsive, and genuinely supportive. They also handle our accounts, tax, and payroll with efficiency and professionalism — always delivering on time and with a friendly approach”>
– Giovanna Ticciati, CEO, SØDT
“We have been working with James Todd & Co. for over four years, and their expertise has been instrumental in the growth and success of Alderley Group. They have provided invaluable advice on our group structure, management accounts, and end-of-year accounts. We highly recommend them to any organisation seeking professional and reliable accounting services.”
– Kevin Corish, CEO
“Working with James Todd & Co has been a positive experience for us, primarily due to their constant availability, whether by email or phone, and the flexibility to respond via my preferred method of communication. Since we started using their service, our business has benefited from a more accurate and visual account of our operations. I would definitely recommend James Todd & Co to other businesses, as they are professional, prompt, and accommodating to the needs of small businesses like ours.”
– Terri Wheeler, Chichester Racquets & Fitness Club, Club Manager
“We have worked with Michelle and Kevin for many years. We were a small Partnership when we started using them for our annual accounts; as they grew as company so did we. With all their expertise and advice we turned our 500K turnover business into a 3.5 million Turnover business. They do our monthly management accounts and review and advise us on strategies to help us continually grow. The wide range of services they offer is amazing from Tax advice to Payroll and much more!”
– Danny Knight, Director, Knight Fencing Ltd. – client since 2007
“Running your own business can be incredibly stressful, You need someone you trust who is on your side and who you can call whenever you need help or advice. I have that with James Todd & Co.”
– Julia Haviland, Director, Brittain Marketing Services Ltd
“We have been a client with James Todd and Co for just under two years and the service we have received from them has been fantastic. Having met Kevin in person right at the start, and him advising on business and tax structure and helping us to start the business, we now use the firm’s expert team for payroll, VAT, annual accounts, training and tax advice. The team are always willing to respond to questions and queries and are always there to support with early year end profit and cash flow planning. James Todd and Co have a clear charging structure that presents good value for money. I am happy to recommend them and their services.”
– Michael Glanville – Michael Glanville Executive Coaching Limited.