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info@jamestoddandco.co.ukMore than just accountants…
Chartered Accountants delivering business advice & support
For more than 30 years, James Todd & Co have been providing accountancy services. As Chartered Accountants our clients trust us to support their goals and growth by providing financial compliance and auditing, bookkeeping, regular management accounting and financial advisory support and services.
Chartered Accountants, Auditors & Advisors
Supporting growth businesses across the UK
Our business is helping your business succeed.
Straightforward financial advice and hands-on accounting support, from qualified Chartered Accountants, with our clear fees and tailored packages. We keep life simple for our clients across London and the South East.
At James Todd and Co, we provide an extensive level of chartered accountancy services tailored to meet the varied financial requirements of businesses throughout the UK. Our large and growing team of experts specialise in tax planning, financial auditing, corporate finance, and bespoke advisory services, ensuring that every financial decision you take is informed, strategic, and in full compliance with the latest regulations. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of tax returns, aiming to enhance your financial performance, or in need of customised advice for business growth, our commitment to excellence, integrity, and personalised service remains solid.
Book a no obligation meeting or complimentary financial consultation for your business. We will review your metrics so you can understand how we can help shape a positive future for your business.
We work with leading accounting software platforms
Financial & Accounting Services
Business start-ups and company formation
We can help you create a business plan with cashflow projections, budgets and more.
Quarterly review and management accounts
We will give you real-time financial information you need to make the right decisions
Stress-free bookkeeping
Let our dedicated team handle your bookkeeping, so you are free to run your business and enjoy your life.
Stress-free payroll
Our dedicated payroll team offer a comprehensive and confidential service, for a fixed pricing structure.
Goals to Growth
When was the last time you asked yourself, “What do I really need to achieve my financial dream”?
Tax
To make sure you optimise your tax position and guarantee you meet requirements.
Audit
We plan our audits to minimise disruption to your working environment. We keep to agreed timescales, deadlines and costs.
Cloud-based accounting
Getting to grips with new technology can be daunting, but cloud-based accounting will save you time and money.
Chartered Accountant Sector Specialities
Supporting business growth across many industries
Our expanding client team is based in offices located in Chichester, West Sussex, and Fareham, Hampshire. Supporting clients across London and the South East of England, James Todd and Co is developing a reputation of enabling business growth across multiple specialist sectors.
Our team of accountants and support specialists are focused on client delivery at every stage, and we are delighted to ourselves be a fast growth business, like many of our clientele.
Whilst not exclusively, sectors such as charities and not-for-profit, construction, health and social care, property, technology, food, hospitality and technology are some of the specialist industries that James Todd & Co have a deeper understanding. We provide clients with industry specific consideration and reassurance by keeping abreast of latest developments relevant to your organisation.
For more information on how we can support your business in specialist sectors or for a more general focus, arrange a callback today.
Arrange a Free Consultation
Looking for options or have plans for growth, arrange an initial consultation.
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⚠️ IMPORTANT SERVICE UPDATE
Microsoft 365 is currently experiencing an outage, which means we are temporarily unable to access our emails.
If you have an urgent query or need assistance, please call us on 01243 776938 and a member of our team will be happy to help.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience and understanding.
We will provide an update as soon as our email service is back up and running.
🎉 Celebrating 15 years of Lisa Duke! 🎉
This month, we’re celebrating a fantastic milestone as our Payroll Manager, Lisa Duke, marks 15 years with James Todd! 💙
Lisa joined us just a week after finishing with her previous employer, bringing with her years of experience working in fast-paced, high-volume payroll. Although she had never worked in payroll within an accountancy practice before, James Todd decided to take a chance on her, with the agreement that by the end of her probation, both sides would know whether it was going to work…
15 years later, we think it’s safe to say it did! 🙌
When Lisa first joined, she managed around 110 payrolls. Since then, our payroll service has grown enormously through continued growth and acquisitions, and Lisa now leads a brilliant payroll team.
Over those 15 years, she has navigated huge changes within the payroll world, from the introduction of workplace pensions and automatic enrolment to ever-evolving legislation, while continuing to support our clients and colleagues every step of the way.
After almost 28 years working in payroll, more than half of Lisa’s career has now been spent with us, and we couldn’t be happier about that.
Lisa loves the fast pace, the teamwork and the fact that there is never a dull day in payroll. She’s even helping to lead the introduction of our new payroll software, so there’s plenty more excitement to come!
💙 Congratulations on 15 fantastic years, Lisa, and thank you for everything you bring to James Todd. Here’s to many more! 🥂
💭 Thursday Thought
Confidence in business comes from making informed decisions, not relying on guesswork.
Whether you’re managing cash flow, planning for growth, preparing for tax deadlines or making important financial decisions, having accurate financial information and the right advice makes all the difference.
We believe good accountancy is about more than just the numbers – it’s about giving you the clarity and confidence to move your business forward.
📊 Make decisions backed by facts, not assumptions.
📩 Contact us for more information on how we can support you and your business.
🎁 Help us make Christmas magical for local children! 🎄
We’re so proud to be supporting the @v2radio Christmas Toy Appeal for another year, helping to bring a little extra Christmas magic to children and families across our local community. ❤️
Once again, we’re delighted to be a donation point, collecting brand-new, packaged toys for children of all ages, from babies right through to teenagers.
📍 Donations can be dropped off at:
Chichester: Drayton House, Drayton Lane, PO20 2EW
Fareham: Furzehall Farm, 110 Wickham Road, PO16 7JH
Every donation, big or small, can make a real difference and help put a smile on a child’s face this Christmas. 🎁
If you’re able to donate, we’d be incredibly grateful. Please share this post and help us spread the word so we can collect as many toys as possible! 🎄✨
🏡 Selling your property? Don’t let tax deadlines catch you out!
When planning a property sale, it’s important to consider the tax implications as well as the sale itself. Understanding your reporting obligations early can help you avoid unnecessary stress, unexpected deadlines and potential penalties.
A little forward planning can make all the difference when it comes to managing your Capital Gains Tax responsibilities.
📩 Contact us for more information or advice on how we can help you with your property tax reporting requirements.
#TopTipTuesday #PropertyTax #CapitalGainsTax #UKProperty #TaxAdvice
🧔 It’s MOUSTACHE MONDAY! 💙
Time for another update from our Mo Bros at James Todd & Co! 👨🏻👨🏼👨🏽
Our team are well and truly embracing Movember, as they continue their moustache-growing challenge for a fantastic cause.
Throughout November, we’re raising awareness and funds for men’s health, including mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.
The Mo’s are growing, the styles are developing and the conversations are getting started! 👨🏻
Whether you’re sporting a Mo, cheering on our Mo Bros or supporting the cause, every little bit makes a difference.
Keep an eye out for our weekly Moustache Monday updates to see how the team are getting on!
💙 Want to support our Mo Bros? You can donate using the link in our bio.
#MoustacheMonday #Movember #MensHealth #MoBros #MoreThanJustAccountants
🧚✨ SECOND STAR TO THE RIGHT... AND STRAIGHT ON TO OUR CHRISTMAS COMPETITION! ✨🧚
We are incredibly proud to be sponsoring Peter Pan at @chichesterft this Christmas and, to celebrate, we’re sprinkling a little festive magic of our own!🎄✨
We’re giving one lucky winner 4 tickets to see Peter Pan at @chichesterft ! 🎭🧚
✨ To fly into the draw:
⭐ FOLLOW US
❤️ LIKE our competition post
📣 SHARE the post
👥 TAG the friends you’d take to Never Land!
The more friends you tag, the more entries you’ll receive! 🎟️
And you don’t have to stop there...
📱 Find us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn and enter on each platform to boost your chances even further!
So... who are you taking to Never Land? 👇🧚
📅 Entries close: 5pm on Thursday 19th November 2026
🏆 One lucky winner will be selected at random from all valid entries and announced on Friday 20th November 2026.
T&Cs: UK residents aged 18+ only. No purchase necessary. Prize is four tickets to Peter Pan at Chichester Festival Theatre. Performance date, time and seating are subject to availability. Saturday evening performances are excluded from the competition prize. No cash alternative. Prize is non-transferable and cannot be resold. Additional entries may be earned by tagging friends and by entering across the participating James Todd & Co social media pages, subject to the full T&Cs. Winner selected at random and contacted via our official account. This promotion is not sponsored, endorsed or administered by Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn.
⚠️ We will never ask winners for payment or bank/card details.
💭 Thursday Thought: Are you moving quickly, or moving in the right direction?
When you’re busy running a business, it’s easy to focus on the next deadline, task or target. But taking time to step back, review the numbers and plan ahead can be just as important as keeping up the pace.
A little clarity today can help you make better decisions for tomorrow.
📞 Need some guidance with your business or finances? Get in touch with our team to see how we can help.
#ThursdayThought #BusinessPlanning #BusinessSupport #Accountants #businessgrowth
Advisory & Growth
Latest News & Insights
Some words from our wonderful clients..
We’ve worked with James Todd & Co since I started Common Ground back in 2008. In those early days they were mainly helping us with the basics like bookkeeping, but as our business has grown, so has the support they provide. They now help us with everything from our accounts and audits through to financial planning and business strategy.
What I really value, though, is that despite growing considerably themselves, they’ve never lost the personal approach. They’re always available, always responsive and genuinely feel like a partner to our business.
I’ve recommended them many times over the years, both to other businesses and to individuals needing help with personal tax, including my own family. I honestly wouldn’t want to work with anyone else.
– Jeremy Oldfield, Director – Common Ground Creative Ltd
“For 26 years, James Todd & Co provided exceptional professional support, expert guidance and outstanding customer care. Throughout changing regulations, evolving technology and every stage of my business journey, their team was consistently knowledgeable, responsive and genuinely committed to helping me succeed. As my company now comes to a close, I look back with immense gratitude for 26 years of trust, continuity and professionalism. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend James Todd & Co to any business looking for a long-term, trusted accounting partner.”
– Serge, Inter-Products Ltd
Working with the team at James Todd is a truly lovely experience as all of them are friendly and approachable; add in the huge wealth of expertise that radiates throughout the team and it makes them an absolute pleasure to work with. You never make us feel unimportant and always offer a great, first class service.
Over the years we have built an environment together which comprises of trust and open communication with a versatile approach. Nothing is too much of an issue for them; always responsive, proactive and supportive and I value the relationship we have built up. I am incredibly satisfied with the service we receive from James Todd and I cannot recommend them highly enough.
– Janine Andrews, Head of Finance, Grant Walker Engineering Ltd
“James Todd have been instrumental in helping our business grow by clearly explaining what our figures mean and how to use them strategically. They’ve taken the time to really understand how our bakery operates and where we want to go, which means their advice always feels relevant and tailored to us. Whether we have questions or just need to talk something through, the team is approachable, responsive, and genuinely supportive. They also handle our accounts, tax, and payroll with efficiency and professionalism — always delivering on time and with a friendly approach”>
– Giovanna Ticciati, CEO, SØDT
“We have been working with James Todd & Co. for over four years, and their expertise has been instrumental in the growth and success of Alderley Group. They have provided invaluable advice on our group structure, management accounts, and end-of-year accounts. We highly recommend them to any organisation seeking professional and reliable accounting services.”
– Kevin Corish, CEO
“Working with James Todd & Co has been a positive experience for us, primarily due to their constant availability, whether by email or phone, and the flexibility to respond via my preferred method of communication. Since we started using their service, our business has benefited from a more accurate and visual account of our operations. I would definitely recommend James Todd & Co to other businesses, as they are professional, prompt, and accommodating to the needs of small businesses like ours.”
– Terri Wheeler, Chichester Racquets & Fitness Club, Club Manager
“We have worked with Michelle and Kevin for many years. We were a small Partnership when we started using them for our annual accounts; as they grew as company so did we. With all their expertise and advice we turned our 500K turnover business into a 3.5 million Turnover business. They do our monthly management accounts and review and advise us on strategies to help us continually grow. The wide range of services they offer is amazing from Tax advice to Payroll and much more!”
– Danny Knight, Director, Knight Fencing Ltd. – client since 2007
“Running your own business can be incredibly stressful, You need someone you trust who is on your side and who you can call whenever you need help or advice. I have that with James Todd & Co.”
– Julia Haviland, Director, Brittain Marketing Services Ltd
“We have been a client with James Todd and Co for just under two years and the service we have received from them has been fantastic. Having met Kevin in person right at the start, and him advising on business and tax structure and helping us to start the business, we now use the firm’s expert team for payroll, VAT, annual accounts, training and tax advice. The team are always willing to respond to questions and queries and are always there to support with early year end profit and cash flow planning. James Todd and Co have a clear charging structure that presents good value for money. I am happy to recommend them and their services.”
– Michael Glanville – Michael Glanville Executive Coaching Limited.