Choosing an accountant

[BliarOut]

Simple question... If you're considering setting up in business how do you choose a good accountant? As I epxect a small turnover at first I don't want to spend big bucks but I'm aware a good accountant should save me money. So what should I look for?

[Eric Mc]

I find short, bald accountants who hang around with Vikki Butler-Henderson are the best.

[BliarOut]

And if I could find one that wasn't in Farnborough I might choose him

[Eric Mc]

Your stuffed then

[Smartie]

Firstly I would say DO NOT go to a big firm, ie national or even a local firm with multiple partners and largish offices. They are (generally) expensive and can be dis-interested in smaller businesses.

Ideally I would ask around for recomends from friends/associates etc, or failing that, have a couple of meetings at smaller firms and see how you get on with someone. Try ringing them up on spec too and see how quickly they return your call!

Edited by Smartie on Thursday 2nd November 10:45

[ATG]

A Pedant said:

Smartie said:

... dis-interested ...

uninterested

[Smartie]

ATG said:

A Pedant said:

Smartie said:

... dis-interested ...

uninterested

(though as we are talking about accountants maybe that should be uninteresting?!)

[Eric Mc]

I BEG YOUR PARDON!