LJ Smith Accountants is an established accountancy firm with traditional values and a modern approach
We are a friendly family run accountancy practice who pride ourselves on the level of personal service that we offer in working with you and your business. All new clients are offered a free initial consultation to discuss their requirements and allow us to explain what we can offer. We look forward to hearing from you.
We are a friendly family run accountancy practice who pride ourselves on the level of personal service that we offer in
LJ Smith Accountants
We are a friendly family run accountancy practice who pride ourselves on the level of personal service that we offer in
Accountancy Services
Business Tax Services
We are an established firm of accountants who offer a range of services to start-ups and established businesses. We supply you with a level of personal service to support all areas of your business and a level of expertise to assist you in running an efficient, profitable business.
Personal Tax Services
We can simplify your personal tax affairs and issues that are an increasing problem with more intereaction between the self assessment tax system and child benefit & tax credits entitlement as well as the responsibility on the tax payer to ensure they are being taxed correctly whether you are employed, of pension age or run your own business.
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Accountancy software
We regularly use, and highly recommend two differing software products that could assist you in the day to day bookkeeping of your business as well as producing management accounts, VAT returns and even submitting VAT returns online for you as a fully integrated solution.
Latest News
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HMRC updates guidance on information notices
HMRC has updated its Compliance Handbook guidance on the use of information notices, with changes made on 18 March 2026. The revisions clarify how HMRC should request information during enquiries and place greater emphasis on proportionality. What does this mean in practice?
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Don’t overlook the partial exemption annual adjustment
As VAT year ends approach for many businesses, HMRC’s guidance highlights the need to carry out the partial exemption annual adjustment. This is often overlooked but can have a direct impact on recoverable VAT. What do you need to check?
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Tribunal rejects reliance on adviser as reasonable excuse
A recent First-tier Tribunal decision has confirmed that relying on an accountant does not automatically amount to a reasonable excuse for missing a self-assessment deadline. The case highlights the limits of delegating tax responsibilities. What does this mean in practice?
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