Pro-Active Accountants in Newquay, Cornwall

Our team of accountants in Cornwall provide a full range of financial services for individuals and businesses of all sizes. Our team can help a range of accounting services including:

• Tax Returns
• Payroll
• Bookkeeping & VAT
• Management accounts
• Annual accounts
• CGT Advice
• Company Formation & Secretarial Services
• New Build VAT Reclaim Services

Our accountancy team brings advanced expertise to individuals and businesses, offering tailored advice on tax planning, financial strategy, and compliance.
We can help you maximise profits, minimise tax liabilities, and plan for future growth. Whether you're based in Newquay, Cornwall or elsewhere in the UK, our team of chartered accountants is here to offer the support you need.

At Linggard & Thomas, we don’t just handle your accounts; we build lasting relationships. Founded by Samantha Linggard and Lucy Thomas, our team brings over 25 years’ of combined experience.

We take a proactive approach to empower your business to succeed, offering quarterly check-ins and personalised advice to ensure your business is always on track. We pride ourselves on our transparent pricing—there are no hidden fees, just clear and honest support.

We embrace cloud-based accounting technology to simplify your accounting processes. As certified Xero and QuickBooks accountants, we understand the latest best practice to give you real-time access to your financial data.

Our goal is to help you manage your business efficiently utilising powerful the powerful reporting features of these cloud accounting packages. These tools help simplify financial management, allowing you to understand the big picture of your business’s financial health and plan for the future more strategically.

Our accountants in Cornwall can help any business although we specialise in several key industries, including:

• Hospitality: We understand the specific challenges and opportunities of running a hotel, restaurant, or bar in Cornwall.
• Tourism: From travel agencies to tour operators, our team provides expert support in managing the financial aspects of tourism businesses, including specific industry quirks such as seasonal cash flow challenges.
• Construction: Construction businesses face unique rules when it comes to VAT, project costing, and tax planning, all of which we have excellent experience in.
• Holiday Lets: If you own a holiday let or AirBnB or manage several properties, we offer accounting services to ensure you're getting the most out of your investments while remaining tax-efficient.

These are just a few of the industries we specialise in, however no matter what industry you're in, we can provide the expert advice you need to grow and manage your business successfully.

When you work with us, you gain more than just accounting services. We act as trusted advisors, offering insights into how you can grow your business. Our proactive approach helps you make informed decisions that drive growth.
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When choosing an accountant in Newquay, Cornwall or anywhere else in the UK, it's important to look for an accountancy firm that fits the personality and values of your business. We’re committed to getting to know you and your business and empowering you with the tools and knowledge to achieve your business goals.
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We are proud to have helped many businesses grow from sole traders right through to mid-sized businesses with multiple employees.
We are transparent with our clients - with no hidden fees unlike some accounting companies.
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We are proud of our excellent reputation as local accountants in Newquay and we mean to keep it!

Yes, we provide expert tax planning services to ensure that your business is both tax-efficient and compliant with the latest ever-changing HMRC regulations. We can advise on corporation tax, VAT, or income tax and more specialist taxes such as capital gains tax.

We offer clear advice on how to manage your business’s tax liabilities and identify any available reliefs or exemptions. We’re here to help you minimise tax burdens and maximise profitability.

Absolutely! We understand the unique challenges and opportunities that small businesses face, and we offer affordable accounting services tailored to your needs. We work with many sole traders and small limited companies to help them grow. Even if you just come to us for a sole trader self-assessment each year, we’d love to have you as a client!

Our team is here to provide expert support at every stage of your business journey - from startup to exit.

Our team consists of qualified accountants, bookkeepers and chartered accountants. We are licensed by professional accounting bodies such as the ACCA and AAT meaning we hold the necessary qualifications and experience to provide advanced advice on financial planning, tax strategy, and business management.

Our expertise allows us to offer comprehensive accounting services to businesses in Cornwall and beyond, ensuring that you receive the highest level of financial guidance and support.

We offer competitively-priced accounting services. The cost of our services depends the level of support required, with some clients needing a single tax return each year having very different needs to larger businesses needing help with payroll, VAT returns and management accounts.

We provide bespoke quotes after understanding your individual requirements, ensuring that you only pay for what you need - with no hidden fees. Our aim is to offer value for money for every stage of your business journey that provide value-for-money accounting services that help your business thrive.
Please get in touch for a detailed quote for your requirements.