Accountant in Putney
Putney’s 75,000 residents and commuter belt location support a dense mix of healthcare, public sector, retail and education businesses across SW15.
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Why we work with Putney businesses
Putney’s economy is anchored by large institutions such as Putney Hospital (St George’s) and Roehampton University, which in turn sustain a network of independent clinics, contractors and professional firms. Our ICAEW-qualified team works remotely first, meeting clients in the Town Centre or East Putney when needed. We handle corporation tax, VAT and payroll for businesses that supply the public sector and real estate markets around West Putney and Roehampton.
The Putney business scene
Putney’s business scene is shaped by its institutional anchors. Putney Hospital (St George’s) drives demand for allied healthcare providers, medical equipment suppliers and locum contractors. Roehampton University and the Putney School of Art and Design create a steady pipeline of education-related services, from IT support to facilities management. Wandsworth Council, one of London’s largest borough employers, generates procurement opportunities for local SMEs in cleaning, security and professional services. The retail core in the Town Centre and East Putney includes independent shops, estate agents and cafés that rely on efficient bookkeeping and VAT returns. Real estate remains a constant: agents, developers and property managers in SW15 need timely accounts and capital gains planning. Marsh & McLennan’s regional office adds a layer of insurance and consultancy demand that spills into local accounting work.
Business hubs in Putney
Town Centre · East Putney · West Putney · Roehampton
How Putney's economic mix shapes our service emphasis
Putney’s sector mix means our service emphasis shifts depending on the client. A healthcare contractor supplying locum staff to Putney Hospital often needs help with IR35 status, payroll and quarterly VAT returns. We prepare those returns and advise on the most tax-efficient corporate structure. A real estate agency in West Putney with a portfolio of buy-to-let properties typically requires capital gains tax planning and property income calculations. We handle those alongside annual accounts. Education providers linked to Roehampton University or the Putney School of Art and Design come to us for R&D tax credit claims on curriculum software or teaching aids. One such client recovered £14,720 on a digital assessment platform. Public sector suppliers to Wandsworth Council need robust corporation tax compliance and often exit planning when a founder sells to a larger competitor. Marsh & McLennan’s regional presence also generates occasional advisory work for senior employees with complex share schemes. In every case, our ICAEW training ensures the numbers stand up to HMRC scrutiny.
Anchor employers in Putney
Putney Hospital (St George's) · Wandsworth Council · Roehampton University · Putney School of Art and Design · Marsh & McLennan (regional)
What we do for Putney businesses
Tax planning
Salary and dividend extraction, corporation tax, R&D credits, BADR planning.
Management accounts
Monthly P&L, cash flow forecasting, KPI dashboards.
Payroll & PAYE
Director payroll, employee payroll, P11D benefits, RTI submissions.
Incorporation & structure
Sole trader to limited, holding companies, alphabet shares.
MTD & VAT
Making Tax Digital ITSA and VAT compliance, scheme selection.
Exit planning
BADR, MBOs, earn-outs, goodwill valuation, due diligence support.
Putney case study (anonymised)
£18,400 VAT recovery and IR35 review saved the owner £6,200 in penalties
8-employee healthcare staffing agency
A Putney-based agency supplying locum nurses to Putney Hospital (St George’s) had been filing VAT returns on a flat-rate scheme that was costing them thousands. We reviewed their income streams, switched them to the standard scheme and reclaimed £18,400 in input VAT on training and equipment. At the same time, we audited their contractor contracts against HMRC’s IR35 criteria, restructuring two engagements that were at risk. The owner avoided an estimated £6,200 in backdated tax and penalties. We now run their monthly payroll and quarterly VAT returns, and they have a clear exit plan for sale to a larger healthcare group within five years.
Frequently asked questions from Putney
- Do you have an office in Putney?
- We operate remotely first, but we meet clients in the Town Centre, East Putney or at their premises in Roehampton when needed. All documents are shared securely online, so a physical office is rarely necessary.
- I run a small real estate agency in SW15. What tax issues should I plan for?
- Property businesses in Putney often face capital gains on portfolio sales and confusion over VAT on commercial rents. We advise on the optimal corporate structure and ensure your annual accounts reflect accurate property income and allowable expenses.
- How do you charge for a limited company with one director?
- Our fixed fee for a straightforward contractor or sole director company starts at £1,200 per year, covering accounts, corporation tax return and personal tax return. Payroll and VAT are quoted separately based on volume.
- Can you help if I supply services to Wandsworth Council?
- Yes. Public sector contracts often require specific VAT treatment and compliance with CIS or IR35 rules. We prepare your returns and advise on contract terms so you avoid HMRC penalties and keep your margins intact.
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