Tax Advisor in Exeter
Exeter tax advice that actually makes sense.
Most Exeter business owners know they are probably paying more tax than they should, but cannot get a straight answer from their accountant. Daniel is ACCA-qualified with 20 years of cross-sector experience, charges a fixed monthly fee agreed upfront, and replies to questions the day you ask them.
- Know your tax bill months before the deadline arrives
- Allowances and reliefs identified before the window closes
- HMRC correspondence handled promptly, with plain explanations
- One accountant throughout — no juniors, no handoffs
No long-term contract. If it is not working after three months, you leave with clean books and nothing owed.
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Fixed pricing. Same-day reply.
What our clients say
★★★★★
Fast Turnaround When Deadlines Mattered
“Daniel was extremely responsive, clear, and professional throughout. He turned everything around very quickly without cutting corners.”
★★★★★
Saved Money Through Better Tax Knowledge
“His knowledge in tax law and what can be used for expenses really helped with saving money where I could.”
★★★★★
Explained Everything Clearly From the Start
“Daniel was very helpful and patient with me when I had no clue what to do and spoke through everything with me and made it clear.”
★★★★★
Every Detail Explained Meticulously
“He is the most amazing person, very professional, explaining every detail meticulously in order to finalise our accounts.”
Sound familiar?
Still guessing what your tax bill will be?
Most Exeter business owners only find out what they owe HMRC once the year is over — by which point the planning options have largely gone. Allowances get missed, reliefs go unclaimed, and the odd letter from HMRC sits in a drawer getting worse. None of it is inevitable. It is mostly a consequence of not having someone looking at the numbers regularly.
- Tax bill arrives as a surprise with no time left to plan
- Allowances and reliefs missed because no one was watching
- HMRC letters building up with no clear plan for responding
What having a tax advisor looks like
Your tax position is reviewed regularly, not just at year end. Reliefs are flagged before the deadlines pass. And when HMRC gets in touch, you get a plain-English explanation and a clear next step — not silence.
- Your tax liability visible well in advance, not the week it is due
- Allowances and reliefs reviewed proactively before each deadline
- HMRC correspondence dealt with promptly and explained clearly
- Fixed monthly fee agreed upfront — no unexpected invoices
What Exeter clients say about the service
Across sole traders, limited companies and self-employed professionals, the feedback tends to come back to three things: speed, clarity and tax savings.
Daniel was very helpful with my books and tax return. He offered great advise and insight in how to manage my books better and more efficiently. His knowledge in tax law and what can be used for expenses really helped with saving money where I could. As a sole trader it’s really hard to keep on top of things and have now asked Dan to do monthly books for me. His rates are extremely good compared to some other accountants out there and I get more for my money.
Huge thanks to Daniel for helping ourselves with our taxes! Being self employed means we all have to do this ourselves which is just not possible on top of our work load. Thanks again! We will be using you again!
Tax advisory that covers the things that matter
From Self Assessment and Corporation Tax to proactive planning and HMRC support, the work is handled accurately and explained in language that makes sense.
Self Assessment and Income Tax
Your return is filed accurately and on time, with every allowable expense and relief considered before submission. You will know your liability well before HMRC sends the reminder, which gives you time to plan rather than react.
Included as standardCorporation Tax and Year-End Accounts
Statutory accounts, CT600 return and Companies House filing handled as a complete package. Tax-efficient structuring is reviewed annually so your company is not paying more than it needs to.
Included as standardProactive Tax Planning
Rather than filing and moving on, the approach is to flag opportunities and risks before they become expensive. That might be timing a dividend, structuring a purchase, or reviewing your VAT position before the threshold becomes an issue.
Included in Grow and Scale plansConsistent results across different clients
From sole traders filing their first return to limited companies with more complex needs — the feedback is consistent on speed, clarity and getting things right.
Annual Accounts Filed Without a Second Thought
“Professional service. This company does my accounts every year and i never have to worry about it. Speedy as well. I am a very happy customer.”
Quick, Efficient and Friendly Throughout
“Excellent service providing financial accounts for probate. Quick, efficient and friendly. Would highly recommend.”
Fees Transparent, Turnaround Fast, Work Accurate
“Fees were transparent, turnaround was fast, and the work was done thoroughly and accurately. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Daniel to anyone needing reliable accountancy support, particularly where deadlines really matter.”
What makes the difference for Exeter clients
There is no shortage of accountants in Devon. What is less common is one who responds quickly, explains things clearly and already understands how your type of business works.
Twenty Years Across Real Businesses
Daniel has worked in-house across airlines, construction, manufacturing and entertainment — not just in practice. That means he already understands the financial pressures, timing issues and tax decisions that come up in diverse businesses. You will not spend the first six months explaining your trade.
Questions Get Answered Promptly
The most common complaint about accountants is that they go quiet. DG Accountancy is known specifically for fast replies and clear communication. You ask a question during office hours; you get an answer the same day.
Tax Explained Without the Jargon
HMRC guidance is dense enough on its own. Daniel translates your obligations, your options and your position into plain English — so you understand what is happening with your money and why, not just what to sign.
Up and running in four straightforward steps
Most clients are fully onboarded within a week. The process is designed so that most of the work sits with us, not with you.
Book a free discovery call
A short conversation about your business, your current setup and what you actually need. No sales pitch — just an honest discussion about whether the fit is right.
Receive your fixed-fee quote
You get a clear, written quote tailored to your structure and the services you need. Everything is agreed upfront, so there are no surprises when the invoice arrives.
Onboarding and Xero setup
Your Xero account is set up or tidied up, bank feeds connected, and everything gathered that is needed to get started. Most clients are fully onboarded within a week.
Compliance handled, growth supported
Your returns run on schedule, your tax position is reviewed proactively, and questions get answered the day you ask them. Which is, frankly, the way it should be.
“Professional service. This company does my accounts every year and i never have to worry about it. Speedy as well. I am a very happy customer.”
What people ask before getting in touch
I am based in Exeter — does that matter if you are in Torquay?
Not at all. DG Accountancy operates entirely online, serving clients across Devon and the wider UK via Xero, video calls and secure file sharing. Exeter clients get exactly the same service as those around the corner in Torquay. Distance has not been a barrier for any client to date.
What does a tax advisor actually cost, and what is included?
Pricing is fixed monthly, agreed upfront, and tailored to your business structure and complexity. Limited company packages start from £79 per month; sole trader packages from £41 per month. Self Assessment, Corporation Tax and year-end accounts are included in most tiers, with proactive tax planning included from the Grow plan upward. There are no hourly rates and no surprise invoices.
My books are behind and I am not sure what state my records are in. Can you still help?
Yes — catch-up bookkeeping and getting records in order before taking on ongoing work is something handled regularly. The onboarding conversation will establish exactly what is needed to get things current. Most clients who arrive in some state of disarray leave the onboarding process with considerably less to worry about.
Am I tied into a long-term contract?
No. There is no lock-in. If after three months the arrangement is not working for you, you leave with your books in good order and nothing further owed. The goal is to earn your continued business each month, not to lock you in.
Can you help with HMRC investigations or if I have received a compliance check letter?
Yes. HMRC correspondence — whether a routine enquiry or a more formal compliance check — is handled as part of the service. You will receive a plain-English explanation of what HMRC is asking, what your options are, and what happens next. Early engagement with these matters is almost always better than leaving them to sit.
How far in advance will I know what my tax bill is going to be?
On the Operate plan and above, a tax review is conducted annually well ahead of year end, which gives a clear picture of your expected liability before it becomes due. On the Grow and Scale plans, quarterly reviews and proactive tax optimisation mean your position is monitored throughout the year — not just at filing time.
Stop guessing what you owe this year.
A free discovery call takes 20 minutes. You will leave knowing what your fixed monthly fee would be, what is included, and what happens next — which is more than most people know going in.