SJD accountancy?

[mudskipper]

Just about ready to take the plunge and set up my limited company. So I'm looking at accountants. Very impressed by SJD accountancy's website, but they're a bit dearer than a lot of other accountants. Has anyone used them? Does their service match their website?

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[Hawkeye]

I use them and they have been worth it so far. I know I am paying slightly more but they answer every question I throw at them and have made everything much easier for me. Cannot complain at all.

Am sure there was a thread on this recently. Might be worth doing a quick search on the forum.

[mcskiver]

I've found that they're OK, but they don't go out of their way to advise you.

They'll basically send you a spreadsheet and then you do the figures yourself each month / quarter etc and send it to them. When it comes to general advice they're pretty lacking in my opinion.

[Jeebo72]

I've found that they're OK, but they don't go out of their way to advise you.

They'll basically send you a spreadsheet and then you do the figures yourself each month / quarter etc and send it to them. When it comes to general advice they're pretty lacking in my opinion.

I use them and have to agree, not very proactive. Also I've had 5 account managers in 2 years which causes continuity issues. But apart from that they are reliable, and having heard horror stories elsewhere I’m reluctant to change…

[Maslins]

I use them and have to agree, not very proactive.

In the vast majority of cases, IT contractors will have a pretty consistent income. Hence once setup optimally (system you're happy with, VAT on FRS if applicable, suitable salary/divi split), there's likely to be minimal things to advise on. The only reason there would be is when tax rules change, or if you have a change in circumstances/want to make a significant transaction.

Out of interest, what would you expect/hope your accountant to do?

[GreenerGrass]

I've found that they're OK, but they don't go out of their way to advise you.

They'll basically send you a spreadsheet and then you do the figures yourself each month / quarter etc and send it to them. When it comes to general advice they're pretty lacking in my opinion.

WHS

[VectraMan]

I prefer the leaving you to it approach, but it does make me wonder if I shouldn't be doing the whole thing myself.

As for cost, an accountant really isn't someone you should be choosing on price.

[mudskipper]

Thanks all for the feedback. It sounds like most people are happy enough with their service. I've arranged to call them tomorrow, so will see how that goes.

[EddieNambulous]

I've found that they're OK, but they don't go out of their way to advise you.

They'll basically send you a spreadsheet and then you do the figures yourself each month / quarter etc and send it to them. When it comes to general advice they're pretty lacking in my opinion.

Yep - same experience here...but they've been pretty reliable since I switched to them a couple of years back so am sticking with them for now.

[mikelaluz]

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