Accountants in Colchester
Barrie Ingram Accountant in Colchester offers personalised accountancy services for businesses at every stage. From startups to established companies, we handle payroll, tax, administration, and more. With direct access to Barrie Ingram and flexible, modern services, we keep your business compliant and running smoothly—anytime, anywhere.
Your local accountant in Colchester
We’re now located in Colchester, which has recently been designated as a city—a prime location for providing our one-to-one accountancy services to surrounding areas.
At Barrie Ingram Accounts, we always start with an initial meeting to discuss your specific needs and requirements.
Our clients vary: some are just starting out and require incorporation, while others are fully established businesses looking to improve the administration of their company. We offer a complete package, focusing on the essentials first. This could include payroll, your personal Director’s tax position, fixed assets, or general company administration.
You will have direct contact with Barrie Ingram at Barrie Ingram Accounts LTD, using a range of communication methods to suit your preferences:
– Telephone
– Email
– WhatsApp
– Text message
– Face-to-face meetings
We act as your quasi-financial director.
As your business grows, staffing, subcontractor management, and contractor administration can become time-consuming and require strict compliance. At Barrie Ingram Accounts, we are accountants in Colchester who specialize in these services for limited companies. We offer a subscription-based package covering all aspects of your accounting needs, providing you with peace of mind.
Whether you are working late, away, or on the weekend, Barrie Ingram Accounts in Colchester is always contactable to discuss your requirements. All our services are online and modern, allowing you to interact with us and receive assistance almost anytime.
How Barrie Ingram Accounts can help you with our
Limited Company Package
Bookkeeping
Barrie Ingram Accounts are fully modernised and in the cloud for our bookkeeping services. So whether you are personally posting transactions, conducting bank reconciliations or preparing invoices, you can do this anywhere on your laptop or phone, or contact us and speak directly to Barrie Ingram. All your bookkeeping needs can be taken care of by us in house, leaving you with the only concern of sending the invoices.
Payroll
At Barrie Ingram Accounts, payroll is essential for timeliness, accuracy, and clear communication with your staff. We need to make sure holidays, annual leave, and sick pay are part of the schedule. The way to do this is through our normal contact methods: email, WhatsApp, call, or text. We can take care of all of this for you, or provide training so you can carry it out yourself, with the software included.
Tax Services
At Barrie Ingram Accounts Limited, we hold the relevant AAT qualifications to fully understand the regulations surrounding self-assessment filings for directors, including dividends, property, investments, and similar income. We also manage VAT submissions and compliance with VAT regulations. Corporation tax and personal taxation are included within our services, giving you peace of mind.
Support & Training
Support and training are essential to the progress of any business. We keep you up to date and provide the necessary training where required. This is particularly beneficial for companies with intensive or specialised needs, such as large payroll requirements or extensive fleet services involving fixed assets and leases, helping to keep you ahead of the curve.
Accounts preperation
The core process of any business is producing timely and accurate financial accounts. These must be filed on time with Companies House, and we provide a secure portal and are a registered agent with HMRC. This enables immediate access and submission, allowing us to take care of the important details while you focus on growing your business.
VAT
VAT is important and needs to be kept on top of. Our online software can be accessed by you or by us almost 24/7. At Barrie Ingram Accounts, we can initiate changes or amend transactions within your VAT accounts in seconds using your preferred contact method: email, WhatsApp, call, or text. Our standard practice is to provide reminders for all VAT due dates.
Don't just take our word for it, here is what some of our customers have to say
EXCELLENT Based on 18 reviews Posted on David HullTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Barrie Ingram (Barrie Ingram Accounts Ltd) as my Accountant for over 10 years now, makes it easy to discuss complicated areas of tax to make it easy to understand. I recommend Barrie Ingram Accounts Ltd every time.Posted on John BonhamTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Barrie Ingram has been my go to accountant for my self assessment over the years and would like to say he has never let me down he is very reliable. I recommend Barrie Ingram Accounts Ltd every time. " very fair on costPosted on les naylerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Barrie for Barrie Ingram Account has been good to me over the years on my tax self assessment If there was a problem with my tax, Barrie always explain and take me thought problem and corrected my mistake would not hesitate to recommended Barrie to youPosted on Ahmed ZaherTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Barrie Ingram Accounts Ltd has been my trusted accounting partner. Barrie consistently demonstrates exceptional responsiveness, readily addressing my accounting and payroll needs, often on short notice. His practical advice has been invaluable in navigating various financial adjustments. I wholeheartedly recommend Barrie Ingram Accounts Ltd."Posted on Gareth LeeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Barrie has done my accounts for many years and I couldn’t ask for more always there to answer questions on things I don’t understand and is very good value for money .Posted on Rodney ParmenterTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had to instruct a new accountant this year as my previous one retired. Recommended to try Barrie, and am completely satisfied with the attention to detail, speed of actions, and prompt reply to my e mails. It is not rocket science to give good service, but so few do! Barrie does, and I would have no hesitation in recommending him.Posted on Paul JonesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Barrie Ingram @ Barrie Ingram Accounts Ltd is always at hand for anything needed to put my mind at rest, an Accountant supporting our business needs at Elite Catering Breakdowns Ltd with our year end accounts with the best fees - affordable. I recommend the services of Barrie ingram Accounts LtdPosted on Paul GavinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. At P J GAVIN LTD we use Barrie Ingram (Barrie Ingram Accounts Ltd) our Accountant is a credit to our business support preparing our statutory accounts at year end, always there for anything technical explaining in easy language I recommend Barrie Ingram AccountantPosted on steve coxTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was let down by my previous accountant and I was behind on my accounts .Barrie took all the stress away , and got my accounts back on track . Always helpful at short notice and even helped when I needed references for new home . I couldn’t recommend him more highlyPosted on George HollowayTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Barrie Ingram accountant is always available when needed, efficient, never too much effort for long and detailed requests.

Limited Companies
A successful business will often progress to becoming a limited company through incorporation. We can complete the incorporation process within a day, covering all AML requirements, regulations, and administration as part of a complete package. We are specialists in limited company operations, covering all aspects from payroll through to bookkeeping and invoicing, as well as Companies House administration services.

(CIS) Contractors
If your workforce requires engaging subcontractors, as the contractor you are responsible for the CIS process and preparation of deductions. This includes submission to HMRC and providing the necessary documentation to your workforce, as well as managing identification and AML requirements. Barrie Ingram Accounts Ltd specialises in this area, with access to some of the largest online AML facilities available.

(CIS) Sub Contractors
If you work for a large company, you will be issued with tax deduction certificates. These are important for reclaiming tax within the construction industry. As an incorporated company, there are specialist mechanisms within HMRC to ensure this reclaim is successful. Many companies experience delays in their processes, which can prevent corporation tax set-off from being facilitated.

Sole Traders
Many business success stories start as a sole trader, but knowing when to incorporate and register for VAT is important. At Barrie Ingram Accounts Ltd, we guide you through VAT and incorporation needs while managing your self-assessment obligations as a sole trader.
Why choose Barrie Ingram Accounts in Colchester?
"Jargon-free" Communication
Explains technical accounting terms in simple, easily understandable language. (Talking Your Language)
Personalised support and training
Offers one-to-one help for learning transaction posting, or provides full bookkeeping services, with support to enable efficient client invoicing.
Proactive compliance and reminders
Provides reminders for due dates, new regulations, podcasts, and social media notifications on relevant business events to ensure clients stay compliant and efficient.
Exceptional availability and flexibility
Accessible 7 days a week via phone (at various convenient times/locations), WhatsApp, emails, and text messaging.
Direct, personal client communication
This accountant personally answers the phone, avoiding a receptionist thus fostering a one-to-one relationship.
Comprehensive, integrated digital service
Utilizes bespoke, MTD-compliant online software with a widely recognized user interface and integrated knowledge base.