Accountants in Burton upon Trent
ACCA regulated accountants serving businesses across Burton upon Trent and East Staffordshire. Professional, approachable accounting services with modern cloud-based workflows.
Local Industries We Support in Burton upon Trent
Burton upon Trent's diverse economy includes a range of sectors we support. We work with:
- Brewing & hospitality (breweries, pubs, hotels, National Brewery Centre tourism)
- Manufacturing (food processing, packaging, engineering firms along A38/A50)
- Logistics & distribution (warehouse operations, Amazon, courier services)
- Retail (town centre shops, out-of-town retail parks, independent traders)
- Construction & trades (CIS-registered contractors, builders, civil engineering)
- Professional services (accountancy, legal, recruitment, financial advisors)
Many Burton upon Trent clients are sole traders transitioning to limited companies, or established SMEs looking for proactive tax planning beyond basic compliance. Whether you're in Burton upon Trenttown centre or the surrounding areas, we understand the local business landscape. Our CIS returns, VAT returns and bookkeeping services are particularly popular with local businesses.
Services for Burton upon Trent
VAT Returns
MTD compliant VAT filing and HMRC liaison
Company Accounts
Statutory accounts and corporation tax
CIS Returns
Construction Industry Scheme compliance
Bookkeeping
Monthly reconciliations and management accounts
Payroll & Pensions
RTI submissions and auto-enrolment
Self Assessment
Personal tax returns for sole traders
How We Meet Clients in Burton upon Trent
Our main office is in Stoke-on-Trent (Dresden), approximately 25 miles from Burton upon Trent town centre - a 30-minute drive. We offer three meeting options:
- In-person at our Stoke office: Free parking available, accessible ground floor suite
- Video consultations: Zoom or Teams - most clients choose this for routine meetings
- Phone & email: For quick questions between meetings
For new client onboarding or annual accounts discussions, we recommend an initial in-person or video meeting. Once we're set up with your cloud accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage), day-to-day communication is seamless regardless of location.
We also support clients across Stretton, Branston, Uttoxeter, Tutbury and Barton-under-Needwood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you work with businesses in Stretton, Branston, and the surrounding Burton area?
Yes, we support businesses throughout Burton upon Trent and East Staffordshire including Stretton, Branston, Stapenhill, Winshill, Tutbury, and Barton-under-Needwood. Burton is approximately 25 miles from our Stoke-on-Trent office (30-minute drive via A50). We offer video consultations for routine meetings and in-person meetings at our Stoke office for onboarding and annual reviews. Our cloud accounting approach means distance is not a barrier to excellent service.
What makes Burton upon Trent businesses unique from an accounting perspective?
Burton combines brewing heritage with modern manufacturing and logistics. We work with brewery-related businesses (pubs, hospitality, suppliers), A38/A50 corridor manufacturing firms, and distribution businesses serving the Midlands. Burton businesses often need accounting that understands seasonal trading (brewing sector), stock management (manufacturing), and logistics VAT complexity. Whether you're a traditional Burton brewery-linked business or a modern logistics firm, we tailor our approach to your sector and local business landscape.
How quickly can you onboard new Burton upon Trent clients?
We can usually onboard new Burton clients within 1-2 weeks. The process involves an initial video consultation (or in-person meeting at our Stoke office), reviewing your current accounting setup, and setting up cloud accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage). Most Burton clients are fully operational within 2-3 weeks, often in time for the next VAT quarter or payroll period. The 25-mile distance via A50 makes in-person meetings convenient when needed.
Do you understand the brewing and manufacturing sectors in Burton?
Yes - Burton's brewing heritage means we work with hospitality businesses, brewers, suppliers, and tourism businesses linked to the National Brewery Centre. We also support manufacturing and logistics firms along the A38/A50 corridors. We understand stock accounting, excise duty considerations for brewers, manufacturing cost accounting, and logistics VAT (including zero-rated supplies for exports). Many Burton businesses choose us for our sector knowledge combined with modern cloud accounting efficiency.
What's the best way to contact you about Burton upon Trent accounting services?
Call us on 01782 499140 or email admin@kraccountants.com. Most Burton clients prefer an initial video call (Zoom or Teams) to discuss requirements, which we can usually arrange within 2-3 days. For those preferring in-person meetings, our Stoke-on-Trent office (Dresden) has free parking and is easily accessible via A50. We respond to all enquiries within 4 working hours. You can also complete our online registration form and we'll contact you to arrange a free consultation.
What to Bring to Your First Meeting
For your initial consultation, please bring:
For limited companies:
- Latest filed accounts (if transferring from another accountant)
- Recent management accounts or bank statements (last 3 months)
- Details of any HMRC queries or outstanding compliance issues
- List of current software used (accounting, payroll, CIS)
For sole traders:
- Last two years' Self Assessment tax returns (if available)
- Bank statements covering your most recent trading year
- Records of business expenses and mileage
- Details of any other income (employment, property, investments)
Don't worry if you're missing items - we can request these from HMRC or your previous accountant (with your authority). Many Burton clients come to us with incomplete records, especially brewing and manufacturing businesses managing stock accounting and excise duties. We help get everything organised as part of the onboarding process.
Ready to Work With Us?
Contact us today for a free consultation about your accounting needs.