VAT Returns
Quarterly returns filed correctly and on time, with Making Tax Digital handled for you.
Explore serviceYour Partner in Progress
Accounting support for businesses just getting started.
Company accounts, VAT, payroll and bookkeeping for sole traders, startups and small businesses - based in Essex, working with clients across England, handled by a chartered accountant who answers the phone.
Chartered Accountants
Chelmsford-based, UK-wide service
Direct access to your accountant
Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm
Accounting services for your business
Core compliance work and the day-to-day numbers, covered.
Featured Service
Company Accounts
Annual accounts prepared and filed on time, with figures you actually understand when we walk you through them.
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Payroll
Your team paid accurately and on schedule, with PAYE and pension contributions sorted.
Explore serviceBookkeeping
Day-to-day records kept current, so year-end is a formality rather than a scramble.
Explore serviceHow it works
1
Talk
A free consultation to understand your business and what you actually need from an accountant.
2
Set up
We get your accounting set up properly from day one - the right structure, the right registrations, the right records.
3
Stay on track
Ongoing support that keeps deadlines ahead of you, not behind you.
One point of contact, not a call queue
When you call, you speak with the accountant who actually manages your accounts, and gets things explained in plain English, not accountant jargon.
Deadlines handled before they are urgent
Every client gets a deadline calendar built from their own filing obligations, not a generic checklist - so a date shows up on our side with enough notice to act on, not a last-minute phone call.
- VAT returns — due one month and seven days after each quarter ends.
- Self Assessment — online returns due by 31 January.
- Company accounts & Corporation Tax — accounts filed with Companies House nine months after your year end; Corporation Tax due nine months and a day after.
- Payroll — PAYE reported to HMRC on or before every payday.
Client Experiences
What Our Clients Say
Discover what our clients have to say about working with D&T Accounting.
“Outstanding, jargon-free financial support! As a small business owner, keeping on top of bookkeeping, VAT returns, and self-assessments used to be a major source of stress. Switching to D&T Accounting has completely transformed how I run my business. The team is incredibly responsive, efficient, and - most importantly - they explain everything in plain English without the confusing financial jargon. They don't just crunch the numbers; they actively look for ways to help my business grow and optimise my tax position. It brings immense peace of mind knowing my compliance and corporation tax are in such capable hands. If you are looking for a reliable, growth-focused accounting partner, I cannot recommend them highly enough!”
“I had a great experience with D&T Accounting. They were very professional, friendly and took the time to explain everything clearly and simply. They made the whole accounting and tax process much less stressful and were always happy to answer my questions. I would highly recommend D&T Accounting to anyone looking for a reliable, knowledgeable and approachable accountant. Thank you, Dalia and Thamina, for your excellent support!”
“D&T Accounting in Chelmsford have been an excellent support to my business from day one. They are professional, approachable and always quick to respond to questions, making everything from bookkeeping to tax returns straightforward and stress-free. Their advice is clear, practical and tailored to my needs, and I really value how they take the time to explain things properly so I can make informed decisions. I would happily recommend D&T Accounting Chelmsford to any small business owner looking for a reliable and trustworthy accountant.”
Ready to simplify your accounts?
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