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4.8

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Evaluating 71 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the efficient, professional, and responsive accounting team for providing clear and extremely helpful guidance on complex tax and payroll matters. Many individuals note that working with dedicated experts has made setting up and running their businesses completely stress-free. Consumers also highlight the prompt communication, timely reminders for important submissions, and valuable ongoing support. People deeply appreciate the knowledgeable staff who always take the time to answer questions and explain financial processes thoroughly. Reviewers emphasize that this reliable service consistently delivers peace of mind and excellent long-term value.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been with SG Accounting for 9 years and have recently just closed my business - they asked me to write a review upon closure and am more than happy to. They haven't missed a beat throughout the t... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The SG accounting team is efficient, and responsive. I am served by a team of experts with different areas of focus, but they work as a unit and provide information and help as I need them. Can't... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been with SG accounting for nearly 2 years now and have found them to be extremely helpful in navigating the tax and law requirements for my new business. Having had hardly any knowledge of HMRC,... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been with SG Accounting for over 11 years, and I can't recommend them highly enough. They are consistently professional, proactive, and their attention to detail is second to none. A special ment... See more

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Company details

  1. Accounting Firm
  2. Chartered Accountant
  3. Tax Preparation
  4. Tax Preparation Service

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Specialist Accounting and Tax Services for Contractors and Small Businesses Across the UK Are you a contractor or small business owner tired of the “one-size-fits-all” approach to accounting? At SG Accounting, we understand that every business is unique. While annual submissions may be similar across businesses, achieving maximum tax efficiency requires tailored advice from experts who understand your individual circumstances. Since 1995, we’ve been supporting contractors, small business owners, and property investors with bespoke accounting, taxation, and financial services. With offices in Winchester, Southampton, Bournemouth, and London, we serve clients across the UK through phone, email, and Zoom. Our experienced team keeps you compliant with ever-changing legislation while helping you make strategic decisions to optimise your finances. When you join us, you benefit from: - A personalised consultation to design the most tax-efficient business structure for you - No set-up costs or switching fees - Flexible service with no tie-in period - 3 months half price when you join - 3 months free Fee Protection Cover and access to our Business Legal Helpline Our services cover: -Contractor accounting and taxation - Small business accounting and bookkeeping - Buy-to-Let accounting services - Financial advice and insurance solutions through trusted partners With decades of experience supporting contractors and small businesses across the UK, we’ve adapted our services to meet the evolving needs of our clients. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to streamline your existing business finances, SG Accounting is your trusted partner for specialist accounting, tax, and financial guidance.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

If only they allowed 6 stars

I wish I had the option of awarding more stars as the personalised accountancy service provided by Frances Bridge at SG is truly second to none. I transferred my Company accounts to SG during the summer, after many years with another accountancy firm that sadly lost its customer focus, and I have been absolutely delighted by the help provided by SG - I'm kicking myself now that I didn't transfer earlier. All outstanding financial requirements were resolved by Frances within days of me joining (eg updating company records, addressing delayed HMRC submissions etc) and through the various meetings I’ve had with her and her team, she has been able to return the company to accounting stability. If I was to sum up SG's support succinctly, I’d say that their efforts mean that once again I can sleep soundly at night and you can’t ask for more than that can you?

December 18, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Good morning Chris, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review and for the (6) 5*!

Thank you also for your kind words about Frances, she really is an incredible accountant and we're so lucky to have her as part of the SG team. We'll make sure your review is shared with both her and the rest of the team. Thank you again, we'll keep up the good work!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent at working through complex situations

I was made redundant and my last leaving day was in March yet I was paid in leu for April which made for a complex tax situation. In addition my new role saw me paid by a US company via Deel and I set up my own company and payroll to process.

This is a very complex situation and yet Laura and the rest of the team gave fantastic advice and everything was resolved to my satisfaction.

Would recommend 100%.

November 29, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Good afternoon Iain, thank you so much for leaving us a review and 5*. It's great to hear that the team were able to help you with your complex situation, and that Laura gave you such fantastic advice. We'll make sure both her and the rest of the team sees your kind words, thank you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional Service After a Major Letdown – Highly Recommend SG Accounting

I started my company in 2023 with a solid understanding of my business but absolutely no experience on the finance side. After being let down terribly by my previous accountant, who did little more than register me for VAT, I turned to SG Accounting. Within days, I had my first meeting with Laura Hepworth, a Senior Client Director, who took me through everything step by step.

Following that meeting, I was immediately contacted by various team members, gathering the necessary information and ensuring I was registered with the appropriate authorities. This highlighted just how badly my previous accountant had let me down. In no time at all, SG Accounting had everything up and running, and I was back on track with the relevant authorities.

Laura and the team have been exceptional, and if I could give them a 10-star review, I would. Equally, Brandon Moody, an Accounts Associate, deserves his own 10-star review for tirelessly sorting through two years of accounts (once again, due to my previous accountant's negligence). He has patiently explained everything, chased after information, receipts, and invoices, and has been incredibly supportive throughout.

If you're a contractor whose core business isn’t accounts, I highly recommend SG Accounting. They have gone above and beyond in getting my accounts sorted quickly, all for the same price I paid my previous "accountant." 5 stars all the way!

October 3, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Good afternoon Celeste, wow what a review! Thank you so much for leaving us such an incredible review and 5*. It's really great to hear how helpful the team have been, and it's been a pleasure to get your accounts where they should be. Thank you also for your kind words about Laura and Brandon, they're fantastic members of the SG team and we're very lucky to have them. We'll make sure they and the whole team sees your review, thank you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clear, patient and detailed advice.

I just wanted to thank Dean Lacey for answering my many questions about starting up a new business.

I was previously a SG client and was treated today as if I was still a SG client.

If the opportunity arises to use SG again, I most certainly will.

September 3, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Good morning Andrew, thanks so much for leaving us a review and 5*. It's great to hear that Dean was such a help, he's a fantastic accountant and we're very lucky to have him as part of the SG team. We'll make sure to pass on your kind words, and look forward to welcoming you back as a client when the time comes. Thank you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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After various issues getting FreeAgent set up I had a very constructive and informative phone session with Chris Park of S&G.
Chris took me through the various tools, functions and how to define and call up reports of FreeAgent which gave me much more confidence in using that software as an accounting tool in a small business.

August 20, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Good morning Nigel, thank you for leaving us a review and 5*. It's so great to hear how helpful Chris has been in getting you set up and running, and answering your questions. We're so pleased he was able to give you much more confidence with using FreeAgent. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words, thank you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Service and Dedication!

SG Accounting has been a lifesaver in resolving my issues with HMRC, against all the odds. Laura and Tom, in particular, went above and beyond to get things sorted, and their support has been invaluable. The whole team has been brilliant, making a stressful situation much easier to navigate.

They have resolved the issue with HMRC, and I could not be more pleased. I highly recommend SG Accounting for their dedication and excellent service.

August 9, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Hi Andy, thanks so much for leaving us a review and 5*. It's so great to hear we were able to sort our your HMRC issues, and that Laura and Tom were such a help. They're both amazing accountants, and we're so lucky to have them as part of our team. We'll be sure to pass your kind words onto them and the wider team, thanks again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good help and support

Good help and support for a one-man business.

August 8, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Good morning Richard, many thanks for your review and 5*. It's great to hear you're happy with our service and that we're supporting you as expected. Thank you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and Comprehensive Service

Comprehensive, professional and helpful service They have been doing my personal and company books for over ten years, and I have always been very satisfied with them

July 1, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Morning Paul, thanks so much for your review and 5*. It's been a pleasure to have you as a client for the past 10+ years, and long may it continue! We'll make sure to share your comments with the rest of the team, thank you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great accountants who are quick to…

Great accountants who are quick to respond and helpful with any equities I have made.

August 5, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Good afternoon, thank you so much for your review and 5*. It's great to hear how happy you've been with our responsiveness and helpfulness. We'll make sure the whole team sees your kind words, thank you again.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good partner to have

Very professional, accessible and responsive.

August 5, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Good afternoon, thanks so much for your review and 4*. It's great to hear you find our service to be very professional, accessible and responsive, we'll keep up the good work! Thanks again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hassle free accounting!

Hassle free accounting!
Very happy so far with no complaints with the service and advice given.

July 23, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Good morning Daniel, thank you so much for your review and 5*. It's so great to hear you're very happy with our service so far, we'll be sure to keep up the good work! Thank you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reliable and helpful

The team are always in touch with what needs to be done so I don't need to worry about anything e.g. deadlines.

Recently the team have been very helpful and quick in answering slightly esoteric questions.

My first point of contact has usually been Alex but honestly the whole team have been very helpful.

June 9, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Hi Danny, many thanks for your review and 5*. It's really great to hear how responsive the team have been and that Alex has been such a help. We'll make sure to pass your kind words onto him, thank you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

my review

All went well

June 6, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Hi Brian many thanks for your review and 5*. We're glad all went well, we'll keep up the good work! Thanks again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Recently moved to SG

I was a little sceptical moving from a small firm to a big one, but they have not disappointed. The team are responsive, there are individual specialists but everybody seems looped in to what is going on and the software they use has been user friendly. I really like having an account manager to contact with any questions. Would recommend!

June 5, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Hi Claire, thanks so much for your review and 5*. It's so great to hear how responsive the team have been, and that having a dedicated Client Director has been such a bonus for you. We'll make sure the team sees your kind words, thank you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service! Recommend!!

Really great onboarding process as well as being super friendly with excellent customer service.

SG Accounting have been brilliant - explaining complex accountancy terms and information to the uninitiated.

Highly recommend.

May 29, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Hi Sophie, thanks so much for your fantastic review and 5*. It's really great to hear you've been so pleased with our service, and that the team have been so friendly and approachable. We'll keep up the good work! Thanks again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very easy to deal with

Very easy to deal with , always take time to explain everything to the customer.
I would recommend to anyone.

June 3, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Hi Craig, thanks so much for your review and 5*. It's great to hear how happy you've been with our service and that you'd recommend us. We'll make sure your kind words are shared with the whole team. Thank you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great advice, quick service, competitive pricing

I've been a customer of SG for over 14 years, they've always delivered quick service and great advice. I'd thoroughly recommend anybody who is looking to set-up their own limited company to get in contact with them.

May 21, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Good morning Anthony, many thanks for your review and 5*. It's great to hear you've been a client of ours for such a long time, and that you've been so happy with our service. Here's to the next 14 years! Thank you again, we'll keep up the good work.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very pleased

SG Accounting was recommended to me by one of my colleagues as I was nervous about using an online Accounting Company, as well as being a complete novice using Accounting software. From the initial Zoom welcome call with my Client Director Laura Hepworth, who explained the direction my company would take, everyone has been friendly and very helpful. Thanks to Thomas Armstrong, Accounts Consultant, for taking me through the accounting software and for taking my calls when I find myself floundering with FreeAgent, cannot promise the calls will not stop but I am getting better. Many thanks to all at SG Accounting for making this an enjoyable experience.

April 30, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Hi John, thanks so much for your review and 5*. Both Thomas and Laura are such fantastic accountants, and we're very lucky to have them, so it's really great to hear how helpful they've been in getting you up to speed with FreeAgent and confident in running your company. We'll make sure they both see your kind words, thank you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful and competent

I recently transferred my accountants over to SG Accounting, having been dissatisfied with my previous service. I was expecting it to be quite a hassle, but thankfully the transition has proved easy.

The team at SG are all very competent, respond to my queries in a timely fashion, provide good advice and take care of the various necessities involved in running my small business.

As a recently established solo contractor, it is comforting to know everything's in order and that I have support available when I need it.

April 10, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Hi Mike, thanks so much for your review and 5*. It's really great to hear how easy you found the switch over to our service, and that you've been so happy with the team so far. We'll make sure they see your kind words, thanks again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful service!

SG Accounting provides access to FreeAgent as part of their services and the onboarding session their Accounts Consultant (Thomas A) provided was absolutely top tier.
He walked me through each of the key areas step-by-step and pointed out useful information as we went. Even when I deviated the topic to some general accountancy queries linked to the FreeAgent tab we were discussing at the time, he answered my query with full knowledge & background information. He also followed up very quickly in an email a side query I had regarding VAT calculations and provided the numbers behind it.
At the end of our call, not only do I feel fully comfortable with using FreeAgent, but I understood & learnt a lot more about managing my business accounts thanks to Tom.

March 22, 2024
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Reply from SG Accounting

Good morning Lena, many thanks for your review. Thank you so much for sharing your experience of our services so far, we're so pleased to hear how happy you've been with the team, especially Tom and Frances. We'll make sure your kind words are passed onto them both, thank you again.

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