LoftyAccounting Limited

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LoftyAccounting Limited, chartered accountants and business advisers in Horsham, serving owners and families from Barttelot Court, 3 Barttelot Road, Horsham RH12 1DQ. Phone 01273 319 100. Open Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5:30 pm.

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Legal name  LoftyAccounting Limited
Address  Barttelot Court, 3 Barttelot Road, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1DQ, United Kingdom
Registered office verified on Companies House (Company No. 15699307)
Telephone  01273 319 100
Primary e-mail  info@loftyaccounting.com

Office hours

• Monday 9 am–5:30 pm
• Tuesday 9 am–5:30 pm
• Wednesday 9 am–5:30 pm
• Thursday 9 am–5:30 pm
• Friday 9 am–5:30 pm
• Saturday Closed
• Sunday Closed

All contact details match public records to keep name, address and phone the same everywhere.

Extended business description

LoftyAccounting Limited is an independent, privately owned accounting firm offering statutory accounts, tax compliance and strategic advisory to owner-managed businesses and to private individuals. Established in 2023, the practice grew from a single idea, turn hard finance talk into clear, useful steps so clients stay safe with the law and quick on their feet in trade. The mission is to translate complex financial duties into plain, actionable insight, helping clients remain compliant and commercially agile every day of the year. The team keeps its promise by giving each client direct partner contact, a transparent fee sheet before any work starts, and no hidden extras. A secure online portal lets papers move back and forth without fuss, while cloud bookkeeping tie-ins with Xero and QuickBooks cut the paperwork to size and keep ledgers up to date in real time. All jobs are carried out under UK GDPR rules and the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations, so private data stays private and checks stay tight. Every file is backed up in the United Kingdom, and every process is written down in an internal control manual that staff review each quarter. These steady measures turn a service into a safeguard for firms and families alike.

Detailed services list

• Business accounts – the practice prepares year-end statutory accounts under FRS 102 or FRS 105 and files them at Companies House on time.
• Self-assessment – advisers collect figures, check reliefs, draft the SA100 and SA302, and submit returns electronically to HMRC, removing the fear of penalties.
• Corporation tax – the office completes CT600 computations, advises on quarterly instalment rules for larger companies, and checks whether capital allowances or losses can lower the bill.
• VAT – the team guides on the right registration point, handles Making Tax Digital compliant returns, and stands beside clients during any VAT inspection.
• Payroll & CIS – weekly or monthly RTI-compliant payroll runs, e-payslips, P60 and P45 forms, and subcontractor deduction statements drop into in-boxes on schedule.
• Bookkeeping – cloud-based transaction posting, bank feed reconciliation and tidy management reports keep owners updated on the health of the business without waiting for year-end.
• Management accounts & forecasting – monthly or quarterly packs include profit and loss, balance sheet, cash-flow model and simple commentary that even a first-time director can follow.
• Business start-up services – company formation, share structure planning, and all HMRC registrations come as one neat bundle so founders can launch faster.
• Sector know-how – construction, creative studios and online shops see extra attention because the firm knows the special rules that touch each trade.
• Optional add-ons – R&D tax credit claims, company secretarial filings and a registered office service sit ready for when growth brings new duties. Every line of service is scoped in writing so clients choose only what they need, when they need it.

Geographic coverage & delivery model

The core catchment is Horsham town centre plus nearby West Sussex villages such as Southwater, Billingshurst and Warnham. Within this belt, face-to-face visits come at no extra cost. Beyond that, the firm covers the South-East of England and, through video meetings and digital document upload, serves clients anywhere in the United Kingdom. Advisers will travel to on-site premises within a 25-mile radius for reviews, stock counts or board meetings. Mileage after the first 25 miles is charged only at the current HMRC advisory fuel rate, with no mark-up. When a physical record must not leave paper form, LoftyAccounting sends a same-day courier or Royal Mail Special Delivery bag so ledgers, vouchers or statutory books move safely door to door. This flexible delivery model means geography no longer blocks good advice.

Client onboarding, appointments & response times

A no-cost, 30-minute first chat is offered to every new enquiry. Booking is quick, ring the office line, fill in the web form or reply by email and a slot is set within two working days. Once the client says yes, a standard engagement letter lands in the inbox within 24 hours. The letter sets out scope, fees, the complaints process and, where needed, the ICAEW Client Money Regulations. Before any numbers are touched, a digital Anti-Money Laundering check is done through Credas. All it takes is a selfie and a snap of an ID document on a phone, so onboarding stays simple and secure. Emails sent to the general inbox receive a reply inside one working day. Messages flagged “Priority” earn same-day answers, even if that means a short holding note while an adviser gathers figures. Meetings may happen in the Horsham office, on Microsoft Teams or over the phone. The office works by appointment only, ensuring every visitor sits down with an adviser who has already read the file, rather than queuing at reception.

Professional credentials & affiliations

LoftyAccounting Limited operates under the leadership of a Chartered Certified Accountant who holds full practising status with ACCA, membership number supplied on request. All staff are qualified to at least AAT Level 4 or are in training toward that badge, meaning every file is touched by a member with proven technical skill. The firm holds professional indemnity insurance of £1 million, meeting the minimum level set by ACCA’s rules. On the HMRC side, the practice runs an Agent Services Account and holds active authorisations to act for PAYE, VAT and Self-Assessment on behalf of its clients. Ethical standards follow the IFAC Code and the ACCA Rulebook, giving an extra layer of protection to people who trust the team with private data and hard-earned money.

Accessibility, parking & public transport

Barttelot Court has a step-free ground-floor entrance with wide automatic doors that open to 850 mm, making wheelchair and pushchair entry easy. A lift links the underground car park to the reception level for anyone who cannot manage stairs. An accessible toilet sits on the same floor as the meeting rooms, so no long corridor trips are needed. Four visitor bays lie on-site, one is marked and widened for Blue Badge holders, and all carry a free two-hour stay limit that matches most appointment lengths. Drivers who need longer can use Swan Walk multi-storey, a five-minute walk away. Travellers by rail leave Horsham Station, turn right onto North Street and reach the office in about eight minutes on foot. Frequent Southern trains link Horsham with London Victoria, London Bridge, Gatwick Airport and the south coast. Bus users find stops on Worthing Road for routes 51 and 98 only a two-minute stroll from the door. Clear signposting helps first-time visitors arrive without stress.

Payment methods, invoicing & language support

The practice accepts BACS, Faster Payments, major debit and credit cards through a secure online gateway, and Direct Debit via GoCardless for recurring monthly fees. Standard credit terms run to 30 days from invoice date, interest at four percent above the Bank of England base rate applies after that point. Micro-businesses may choose a fixed-fee bundle with clear monthly charges, whereas more complex cases receive a personalised quote. Digital invoices travel as PDF emails with an embedded “Pay Now” button. Clients who prefer paper can request a printed copy, posted first class on the same day. English is the native working language. Conversational support is also available in French and Polish, helpful for cross-border owners or family members who feel surer in those tongues. All documents — bank statements, computations, receipts — pass through an encrypted portal powered by IRIS OpenSpace, so even multi-lingual exchanges stay private and organised.

Closing invitation & compliance reminder

Readers are invited to book a complimentary consultation and find out how LoftyAccounting Limited can lighten the compliance load and unlock new growth. Call 01273 319 100 or visit the website to reserve your slot. Any information shared is handled in line with the Privacy Policy and the Data Protection Act 2018. LoftyAccounting Limited is a company registered in England & Wales, number 15699307, and its registered office is Barttelot Court, 3 Barttelot Road, Horsham RH12 1DQ, United Kingdom.