Bookkeeping Services

Accurate, Reliable Bookkeeping to Power Your Business

Why Professional Bookkeeping Matters

Keeping your financial records accurate and up-to-date is essential for the success of any business. At The MGroup Partnership, we understand that managing day-to-day bookkeeping can be time-consuming and complex. That’s why we offer professional bookkeeping services designed to take the burden off your shoulders, giving you the freedom to focus on running and growing your business.

Bookkeeping is the foundation of your business’s financial health. It involves more than just recording transactions; it’s about maintaining a clear and accurate financial picture that allows you to make informed decisions, stay compliant with regulations, and plan for the future. By entrusting your bookkeeping to The MGroup Partnership, you gain the peace of mind that your finances are in expert hands.

Our Comprehensive Bookkeeping services Include

Transaction Recording

We meticulously record all financial transactions, ensuring that every penny is accounted for. This includes sales, purchases, receipts, and payments, all categorized and organized for easy access and review.

Bank Reconciliations

We regularly reconcile your bank statements with your financial records to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies. This process is crucial for detecting errors, preventing fraud, and maintaining a healthy cash flow.

Accounts Receivable & Payable Management

We manage your invoicing and supplier payments, ensuring that you receive payments on time and that your bills are paid promptly. This helps to maintain positive relationships with your customers and suppliers, as well as keeping your cash flow steady.

VAT Record-Keeping

Stay compliant with VAT regulations by letting us manage your VAT records. We track and record all VAT transactions, prepare VAT returns, and ensure that you meet all HMRC requirements.

Expense Tracking

We carefully track and categorize all business expenses, helping you to monitor spending and maximize tax deductions. Our accurate records provide a clear overview of your expenses, aiding in budgeting and financial planning.

Management Reports

Gain valuable insights into your business’s financial performance with our tailored management reports. We provide monthly or quarterly reports that highlight key financial metrics, helping you make informed decisions and plan for the future.

Cloud-Based Bookkeeping Solutions

We offer cloud-based bookkeeping solutions that allow you to access your financial information anytime, anywhere. Our secure platforms ensure that your data is always up-to-date, and collaboration with our team is seamless.

Why choose The MGroup Partnership for Bookkeeping?

Expertise & Precision

Our team of experienced bookkeepers is skilled in handling the financial needs of businesses across various industries. We ensure that your books are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with all relevant regulations.

Time & Cost Efficiency

By outsourcing your bookkeeping to us, you save valuable time and reduce the costs associated with managing it in-house. Our services are designed to be cost-effective, allowing you to focus on growing your business.

Tailored Service

We understand that every business is unique. Our bookkeeping services are customized to meet the specific needs of your business, whether you require basic transaction recording or more complex financial management.

Proactive Support

We don’t just keep your books; we actively monitor your financial data, alerting you to potential issues and opportunities. Our goal is to help you maintain a healthy financial position and support your business’s growth.

The MGroup Partnership – Your Partners in Financial Clarity and Success

Get Started with Professional Bookkeeping Today

Let The MGroup Partnership take care of your bookkeeping, so you can focus on what you do best—running your business. Contact us today to learn more about our tailored bookkeeping services and discover how we can help you maintain accurate, reliable financial records.

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Jordan Lyne

Partner

Jordan has worked with various client’s over his ten years at The MGroup. The services provided range from bookkeeping, VAT returns, annual accounts and management accounts. He has been involved in recruitment of new staff members and helped move the firm on with it’s systems by creating and improving internal controls and procedures.

Jordan manages his resources efficiently to meet deadlines and where clients have specific requirements, he works closely with them to ensure these are both feasible and met in a timely manner. Jordan has clients in various sectors, ranging from international companies to smaller locally based businesses.

Wendy Tatham

Partner

Wendy joined the firm in 2015, after starting in finance for the NHS and then qualifying with another local firm of accountants. She brought with her experience across all areas, having previously managed payroll support, corporate and personal tax compliance and planning alongside other general practice elements.

Wendy works with clients across a range of sectors and enjoys supporting them with their statutory reporting, internal financial processes, corporate and personal tax planning and business advisory services. A key area of interest is working closely with her clients to support them with growing and restructuring their businesses to align with their long term goals.

In her spare time Wendy is the lead volunteer for Oxfordshire Scouts, supporting 95 Scouts groups across the county to deliver a fun programme of activities to young people aged 4 to 24.

Geoff Pinder

Corporate Finance Partner

Geoff has operated in the Mergers & Acquisitions and the corporate finance arena since 2004. He has held Executive roles leading and managing the performance and productivity of cross functional teams focused on delivering a high quality service to clients across complex portfolios.

Selling a business is a life changing event, and Geoff’s passion is working with businesses owners to help them explore the various exit options and strategies available to achieve their objectives, leading to excellent results for all stakeholders.

Geoff has been involved in over 500 deals across multiple industry sectors, working predominantly on the sell side of transactions, including sales to strategic buyers, private equity, and MBO’s.

Darren Green

Partner

Having grown up in North Oxfordshire, Darren joined The MGroup in 1999 as a trainee, qualified in 2003, and became a partner in 2010. Darren is best known for his ability to ‘go the extra mile’ for clients; even changing a flat tyre outside the office when it was discovered after a meeting, helping his clients to safely make their way home.

Aside from changing tyres, Darren enjoys helping clients to grow their varied and interesting businesses, and gaining insights into a wide range of sectors. In particular, he likes working within the corporate finance team, assisting with financial projections and due diligence for prospective buyers. Darren enjoys the challenging and pressurized nature of this type of work. Many of his clients are from manufacturing, technology or start-up backgrounds.

In his spare time Darren is a family man and he also enjoys sport, including football, skiing and running. He has taken part in a 26 mile walk for a cancer charity with colleague Geoff.

Peter Smith

Partner

Peter joined The MGroup in 1990 and became a partner in 1996. Originally from Wiltshire, Peter is a member of the Oxford Chamber of Commerce where he has been a Chamber council member for over 20 years.

Helping to provide a complete finance solution to companies is one of Peter’s key focus areas. He believes this to be a service that sets the partnership aside from its competitors, alongside The MGroup values and employees.

Peter provides financial mentoring, support with strategy and planning, solutions to increase profitability and improve cash flow, and help with expansion/diversification plans. His specialist interest areas include not-for-profit, healthcare and international organisations.

Peter enjoys the opportunities and challenges he is faced with every day at The MGroup and making a difference to clients’ lives. He is also a keen local charity supporter, regularly helping to raise funds and awareness for SeeSaw and SpecialEffect where he is an ambassador.

Outside of work, Peter is a Chelsea Football Club season ticket holder. He likes walking in the local area, especially if there is a pub or café at the end of the walk, and enjoys holidays in Devon, in particular to a secret escape in Dartmouth.

Richard Clayton

Partner

In 1984 Richard became the youngest ever partner at The MGroup at the age of 27 and is now the longest serving partner. Richard is a true team player, having been a prominent local footballer in his early years. He very much brings the team ethos to The MGroup who like to work as an integral part of their client teams.

Richard qualified in 1982 and has worked with many of his clients for decades, evidence of the excellent service provided by both Richard and the firm. Richard is proud of the firm’s exceptional reputation. He continues to develop new strategies and explore improvements to the services they provide and remains highly ambitious and committed. Outside of work Richard enjoys golf, football, spending time with his family and the very occasional glass of wine (normally accompanied by too much food!).

Richard has a depth of knowledge and experience in all areas of the construction industry and also deals with most of the firms agricultural clients. He also deals with a wide range of other clients which include a substantial number of UK subsidiaries of overseas companies together with a number of high profile local businesses. Richard is a firm believer that the role of a trusted accountant is to provide clients with the best possible advice and support. The client does not always have to follow advice but he believes they must have all options on the table to form a meaningful decision.