WELCOME TO 2012
On 15 December 2011 Walker Thompson were successfully re-assessed against the Investors in Excellence Standard, first achieved by the firm in 2007 and again two years later.
PENSIONS AUTO ENROLMENT
The Government has confirmed that pensions auto enrolment will commence in Autumn 2012 and all employers will remain within the scope of the rules.
ADVISORY FUEL RATES FOR COMPANY CARS
New company car advisory fuel rates have been published to take effect from 1 December 2011.
CAPITAL ALLOWANCES IN ENTERPRISE ZONES
Following the Autumn Statement at the end of November 2011, more information is now available in respect of the proposal to give 100% first year allowances on plant and machinery expenditure for use in some Enterprise Zone areas.
SEED ENTERPRISE INVESTMENT SCHEME
The government has released more information on the new Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) aimed at smaller companies.
STATUTORY RESIDENCE TEST
The government has been consulting on introducing a Statutory Residence Test (SRT). The test which was expected to be introduced from 2012 has been delayed until 6 April 2013. More details are expected to be announced in the 2012 Budget.
SELF ASSESSMENT DEADLINE FAST APPROACHING
HMRC are reminding taxpayers that the deadline for filing self assessment tax returns is fast approaching.
THE PORTAS REVIEW
The CBI commented on a report by Mary Portas on the future of the high street.
HMRC TO ACCEPT FASTER PAYMENTS
HMRC have announced that they will now accept payments made using the Faster Payments Service. This will allow taxpayers to make faster electronic payments, typically via internet or telephone banking, enabling them to be processed on the same or next day.
2012/13 STATUTORY PAYMENTS
HMRC have announced the following statutory payment rates which are due to take affect for 2012/13. These rates are still subject to Parliamentary approval and HMRC will confirm the rates before 1 April 2012.
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Monday, 16 January 2012
Thursday, 22 December 2011
Investor in Excellence
On 15 December 2011 Walker Thompson were successfully re-assessed against the 9 principles and 31 indicators within the IIE Standard which we first achieved in 2007 and again in 2009.
The process covers a rigorous process consisting of a documentary submission, desktop review and an on site assessment by external assessors.
The IIE Standard applies to the practice as a whole business and includes areas such as policy and management, people and processes and most importantly results. Working within the IIE framework has become an invisible part of the way we work at Walker Thompson and we are delighted with the outcome from this latest assessment.
The assessment highlighted the following within the firm:
The process covers a rigorous process consisting of a documentary submission, desktop review and an on site assessment by external assessors.
The IIE Standard applies to the practice as a whole business and includes areas such as policy and management, people and processes and most importantly results. Working within the IIE framework has become an invisible part of the way we work at Walker Thompson and we are delighted with the outcome from this latest assessment.
The assessment highlighted the following within the firm:
- "A genuine commitment to quality and high standards of performance"
- "People development has a high profile"
- The firm welcomes external perspectives and is committed to continuous improvement"
Friday, 30 September 2011
Latest Newsletter
Walker Thompson Newsletter 48
Walker Thompson's Monthly Newsletter is now available. There are as usual a number of interesting points to consider, and keep in mind. Especially pertinent is the increase in the National Minimum Wage which comes in in October 2011.
Follow the links below for more information, as well as links to the relevant government website.
NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE RATES
ADVISORY FUEL RATES FOR COMPANY CARS
AGREEMENT WITH SWITZERLAND TO SECURE BILLIONS IN UNPAID TAX
UNEMPLOYMENT FIGURES
HMRC REMINDER ON NEW TAX RETURN PENALTIES
SCHOOL CHARITIES - GIFT AID AND PAYROLL GIVING GUIDE
REVISED CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY PENALTIES
HMRC REPORT INCREASE IN PHISHING SCAMS
INSOLVENCY UPDATE
Walker Thompson's Monthly Newsletter is now available. There are as usual a number of interesting points to consider, and keep in mind. Especially pertinent is the increase in the National Minimum Wage which comes in in October 2011.
Follow the links below for more information, as well as links to the relevant government website.
NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE RATES
ADVISORY FUEL RATES FOR COMPANY CARS
AGREEMENT WITH SWITZERLAND TO SECURE BILLIONS IN UNPAID TAX
UNEMPLOYMENT FIGURES
HMRC REMINDER ON NEW TAX RETURN PENALTIES
SCHOOL CHARITIES - GIFT AID AND PAYROLL GIVING GUIDE
REVISED CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY PENALTIES
HMRC REPORT INCREASE IN PHISHING SCAMS
INSOLVENCY UPDATE
Thursday, 15 April 2010
Due Diligence
Throughout January to March this year, Walker Thompson has been assisting in the acquisition of Ray Owen Plating Ltd, a specialist metal plating business based in Telford. We were instructed jointly by Newmax Precision Engineering Holdings Ltd and HSBC Bank plc to carry out a detailed Due Diligence Report on the target company. The Report was delivered ahead of schedule enabling the respective lawyers to continue with the negotiation of an extremely complex deal which included property issues and employment matters in addition to the usual warranties & indemnities required of the vendors. The transaction was finally completed on 9 April 2010 and we look forward to working with the company in the future.
Friday, 5 March 2010
Welcome to Walker Thompson
Our Vision
“To be the best provider of solutions for business in Coventry & Warwickshire”
Walker Thompson are one of Coventry’s leading accountants, offering a wide range of advice on business matters including accounts, tax, audit and planning for acquisitions and disposals.
We are a three partner accountancy practice with over 75 years combined experience within the profession. As a recognised Investor in People, a National Standard representing excellence in development and training, clients can be assured that all work carried out by the practice is by competent staff at cost effective fee rates. The practice is also committed to Investors in Excellence to further improve its service to clients. We have recently received IIE reaccreditation for a further two years.
We can assist all sizes of business from sole traders to corporate groups across a wide range of business sectors. From book-keeping, payroll, VAT, self assessment, audits of companies, charities & other organisation, preparation of accounts for all business types, strategic planning & corporate finance, Walker Thompson works with its clients to find the right solutions.
INTRODUCING OUR PARTNERS
Sherod Williams - Partner
Sherod is a born and bred Coventrian who attended King Henry VIII School Coventry until starting his training with Francis Webb & Son in 1976. After nine years with the firm, he left to join the newly created firm of Walker Thompson and in 1989 became Staff Partner and from 1994 has been Managing Partner.
Sherod deals with Management Buy Outs, Buy Ins, Acquisitions, business sales and other areas of Corporate Finance. He also oversees general accounts & taxation work for a wide range of client types. He works closely with banks and lawyers to achieve the best outcome for clients.
Sherod has worked with the Investors in People standard since 1994 both as a recognition panel member and advocate to other businesses. In 2003 he was made an ambassador for the standard.
Sherod has worked on a voluntary basis across a number of organisations including QCS Ltd and the Connexions Service in the region. He has worked with George Eliot NHS Trust as a Non Executive Director and currently sits as a trustee on the hospitals Charitable Funds Committee. He is Vice Chair of the Coventry Foyer Trust and a member of The Institute of Directors where he is Vice Chair of the Coventry and Warwickshire Branch.
Sherod's main interests away from the office are all things Greek.
Sherod.Williams@Walkerthompson.co.uk
Kim Knowles - Partner
Kim started her accountancy career in industry and joined Walker Thompson as a trainee accountant in 1989 studying for the AAT qualification. She continued studying and qualified as a Certified Accountant in 1997 and was promoted to partner in 2002.
Kim is responsible for dealing with statutory audits, overseeing payroll and book-keeping assignments and deals with accounting and taxation matters for a portfolio of SME clients. She is also actively involved with our commitment to Investors In Excellence.
Outside of the office Kim has a young family who she enjoys spending time with and is treasurer for a local playgroup which is a registered charity.
Kim.Knowles@Walkerthompson.co.uk
Chris Irvine - Partner
Chris started his accountancy career at McCranors after leaving The Woodlands School Coventry in 1984. After spending time with several local accountancy firms he joined us in 1999 as a manager, having studied for and qualifying as a Certified Accountant.
Chris became a partner of Walker Thompson in 2005. He deals with statutory audits of companies, charities and other bodies, as well as overseeing general accounts and tax assignments for a wide portfolio of clients.
Chris' main interests away from the office are walking and circuit training workouts.
Chris.Irvine@Walkerthompson.co.uk
“To be the best provider of solutions for business in Coventry & Warwickshire”
Walker Thompson are one of Coventry’s leading accountants, offering a wide range of advice on business matters including accounts, tax, audit and planning for acquisitions and disposals.
We are a three partner accountancy practice with over 75 years combined experience within the profession. As a recognised Investor in People, a National Standard representing excellence in development and training, clients can be assured that all work carried out by the practice is by competent staff at cost effective fee rates. The practice is also committed to Investors in Excellence to further improve its service to clients. We have recently received IIE reaccreditation for a further two years.
We can assist all sizes of business from sole traders to corporate groups across a wide range of business sectors. From book-keeping, payroll, VAT, self assessment, audits of companies, charities & other organisation, preparation of accounts for all business types, strategic planning & corporate finance, Walker Thompson works with its clients to find the right solutions.
INTRODUCING OUR PARTNERS
Sherod Williams - PartnerSherod is a born and bred Coventrian who attended King Henry VIII School Coventry until starting his training with Francis Webb & Son in 1976. After nine years with the firm, he left to join the newly created firm of Walker Thompson and in 1989 became Staff Partner and from 1994 has been Managing Partner.
Sherod deals with Management Buy Outs, Buy Ins, Acquisitions, business sales and other areas of Corporate Finance. He also oversees general accounts & taxation work for a wide range of client types. He works closely with banks and lawyers to achieve the best outcome for clients.
Sherod has worked with the Investors in People standard since 1994 both as a recognition panel member and advocate to other businesses. In 2003 he was made an ambassador for the standard.
Sherod has worked on a voluntary basis across a number of organisations including QCS Ltd and the Connexions Service in the region. He has worked with George Eliot NHS Trust as a Non Executive Director and currently sits as a trustee on the hospitals Charitable Funds Committee. He is Vice Chair of the Coventry Foyer Trust and a member of The Institute of Directors where he is Vice Chair of the Coventry and Warwickshire Branch.
Sherod's main interests away from the office are all things Greek.
Sherod.Williams@Walkerthompson.co.uk
Kim Knowles - PartnerKim started her accountancy career in industry and joined Walker Thompson as a trainee accountant in 1989 studying for the AAT qualification. She continued studying and qualified as a Certified Accountant in 1997 and was promoted to partner in 2002.
Kim is responsible for dealing with statutory audits, overseeing payroll and book-keeping assignments and deals with accounting and taxation matters for a portfolio of SME clients. She is also actively involved with our commitment to Investors In Excellence.
Outside of the office Kim has a young family who she enjoys spending time with and is treasurer for a local playgroup which is a registered charity.
Kim.Knowles@Walkerthompson.co.uk
Chris Irvine - PartnerChris started his accountancy career at McCranors after leaving The Woodlands School Coventry in 1984. After spending time with several local accountancy firms he joined us in 1999 as a manager, having studied for and qualifying as a Certified Accountant.
Chris became a partner of Walker Thompson in 2005. He deals with statutory audits of companies, charities and other bodies, as well as overseeing general accounts and tax assignments for a wide portfolio of clients.
Chris' main interests away from the office are walking and circuit training workouts.
Chris.Irvine@Walkerthompson.co.uk
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