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Ruth Elliott & Co
Your numbers, our strength
About Us
RUTH ELLIOTT FCA
Ruth Elliott is the principal of the practice, and an experienced Chartered Accountant.
The practice is based near Northwich, in the heart of Cheshire. It offers business and tax services, to businesses, individuals and small companies.
We offer an accountancy approach right for you. We come alongside clients to provide support, help them manage businesses efficiently and enable them to grow.
UPDATE We are currently close to capacity and generally unable to take on any new clients at this time. We will consider taking on new clients if they are referred to us by existing clients. We will update this notice if the situation changes.
Our Purpose
The practice started in 2013 to provide a range of business and tax services to local clients in Northwich.
The business is focused on building strong client relationships, we think this is key to our success. Our services are tailored to the needs of each client and we always strive to plan for their future financial growth.
Our Approach
Personal
We usually meet all our clients in person at the start of the engagement. We get to know you and learn about you and your business and what makes it work. Every business is unique.
Tailored to your needs
We are will work closely with you and your business to get to know you, and the challenges you face. Clients are encouraged to ask for advice when they need it. We aim to respond to all queries promptly.
Professional
We set high standards for the quality of our work, we keep up to date with the lates devlopments in tax and accounts compliance requirements. We undertake training to further our knowledge. We aim to provide each client with the best service possible.
Our Solutions
Tax Services
Company Services
We enable clients to run their companies efficiently.
We can set up your company for you, and keep you compliant with Companies House.
We will help you manage your tax obligations including payroll taxes, corporation tax and VAT
We will help you as company owners with managing your company finances and provide tax efficient solutions for taking money from the business.
We can help you to gain insights into your business's financial health. We can analyse profitability, help you manage cashflow, and make informed decisions to drive growth and success.
Business Accounts
We help clients manage their businesses and their accounts
We can advise you on the best structure for the their new business or whether change in structure is appropriate
We provide you with QuickBooks software for keeping your accounts, or work with you using your preferred bookkeeping solution
We will provide you with ongoing support for you bookkeeping and finalise you accounts following the year-end.
We will prepare your financial statements which help you with comply with statutory, tax or other stakeholder responsibilities.
We advise our clients on their tax issues and complete tax returns for clients.
We can provide you with advice on your tax problem, and help you find tax efficient solutions.
We will support you with providing information to help you stay compliant with the latest tax laws and regulations.
We will support your business with complying with payroll tax, VAT and other tax compliance requirements.
We will complete your personal tax return and any additional relevant sections such as for property income or capital gains.
We will advise you of the tax due, due dates, and other compliance requirements.
Our Fees
Value
Our fees are structured to reflect the value we bring to the business. Our services are cost effective and support clients to meet their goals
Transparent
We will usually quote for the fees before starting any work, so you know what to expect. If we encounter any issues that may impact on our fee, we will raise this with you before proceeding further.
Fee Structure
We discuss with you your needs and tailor the services to match your requirements. Each client is unique and our service packages reflect that. fees depend on the complexity of the work required, the volume of transactions, etc.
Ongoing Support
We will provide services on a recurring basis for as long as you require our support. This may be annually for tax returns and accounts or monthly (For example book keeping support, and payroll) depending on client requirements.
Our Onboarding Process
We take pride in building trusted relationships with our clients. Most of our clients come through referrals to ensure a strong foundation of mutual trust and alignment.
Our streamlined onboarding process is designed to understand your needs, provide clarity, and set the stage for a successful partnership. Below is an overview of how we welcome new clients:
Step 1: Referral and Initial Contact
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Our practice usually operates at close to capacity, so we normally only accept new clients through referral. But occasionally we will take on new clients if they contact us directly.
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Once you have contacted us we’ll confirm if we have availability and then reach out to schedule a convenient time for an initial phone consultation.
Step 2: Phone Consultation
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During the phone consultation, we’ll discuss your specific accounting needs, goals, and challenges.
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We’ll provide an overview of our services and discuss likely fees based on your requirements.
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This is an opportunity for you to ask questions and ensure we’re the right fit for your financial needs.
Step 3: Client Meeting
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If you choose to proceed, we’ll arrange a meeting to verify your identification and comply with regulatory requirements.
- This meeting is usually in person but we can arrange a virtual meeting if required.
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This also gives you the opportunity to ask any additional questions about our services and to discuss your needs in greater detail.
- There is usually no fee charged for the meeting unless you are requiring specific advice at this stage, for example on capital gains tax or what business structure to use. If a fee will be chargeable we will inform you and the fee is payable in advance.
Step 4: Service Clarification and Engagement
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We’ll clarify the scope of services tailored to your needs and provide a clear outline of what to expect.
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We will send you a fee quote or provide an estimate. We normally confirm the actual fee once we see the paperwork or business records.
- If you currently have an accountant we will ask for their details and contact them to begin the handover process.
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We will send you a formal engagement letter detailing the agreed-upon services. This forms the basis of your contract with us.
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Once you review and sign the engagement letter, we’ll begin delivering our accounting services.
Our Contact details
GET IN TOUCH
Ruth Elliott & Co is a trading name of the company Elliott & Co Accountancy Limited. Company number 08616414
Registered Office: 50 Park Lane, Hartford, Northwich, Cheshire, CW8 1PY
