Business Advice: Practical, Proactive Support for Growth
Strategic Business Planning
Accountants are uniquely placed to help with business strategy because we see the full financial picture. We advise on:
- Growth planning
- Profit improvement strategies
- Tax efficiency
- Cash flow management
- Operational risks
Our job is to turn numbers into clear, actionable advice.
Cash Flow Forecasting & Budgeting
Poor cash flow is one of the biggest reasons small businesses fail. We help clients:
- Forecast income and outgoings accurately
- Identify shortfalls before they happen
- Build realistic, flexible budgets
- Plan for tax bills, investment, and growth
With better visibility, you can stay in control and avoid last-minute financial stress.
Help with Pricing, Cost Control, and Profitability
We work with clients to:
- Review pricing strategies against industry benchmarks
- Identify underperforming products or services
- Cut unnecessary costs without harming operations
- Boost overall profitability
It’s not just about cutting costs — it’s about working smarter.
Choosing the Right Business Structure
Starting out or considering a change? We advise on:
- Sole trader vs. limited company: tax, liability, admin, and flexibility
- Partnerships and LLPs for shared businesses
- When and how to switch structures as your business grows
We weigh up the pros, cons, and tax implications to find the right fit.
Guidance on Funding, Grants, and Loans
- Preparing financial forecasts and business plans
- Identifying suitable funding options
- Providing supporting documents for applications
- Advising on repayment plans and tax implications
Exit Planning and Business Succession
Planning for retirement or selling up? We help:
- Value your business accurately
- Structure sales tax-efficiently
- Plan family succession or management buyouts
- Ensure you leave the business on your terms, with minimal tax exposure
Exit planning isn’t something to leave until the last minute — we build it into your long-term strategy.
Real-Life Examples of Park Lane in Action
- A growing construction firm: We helped restructure their pricing model, improving net profit by 18% in a year.
- An e-commerce retailer: Cash flow forecasting identified a seasonal shortfall early, securing a £50k loan to maintain stock and marketing spend.
- A local café owner: Switched from sole trader to limited company, saving £9,000 in tax annually through efficient director’s remuneration planning.
- A family-run engineering business: Developed a 5-year exit plan including business valuation, tax planning, and succession support.
Understanding your numbers by working with your accountant
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Understanding your finances?
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Keeping your records up to date?
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Meeting Deadlines?
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Contacting your accountant for help and advice?
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Growing your business systematically with confidence?
You know what to do
Dont get left behind - help is on hand
Technology is changing the way we do business and how accounts are kept. Soon the government will require many businesses to submit their tax information via the cloud. At Park Lane Accountants we want to make sure nobody gets left behind. We’ll introduce you to cloud accounting and help you implement the right tools for your business.
Package 1 - For Smaller Businesses
For your business
- Accounts & Tax Returns prepared and filed in good time (for Companies, Partnerships and Sole Traders)
- Companies House Annual Return prepared and filed if applicable
- Ongoing access to advice via your dedicated client manager
For you
- Your Personal Tax return prepared and filed in good time.
- Tax saving advice included
Key Features as standard
Access to a dedicated named client manager ensuring guidance and advice
Access to our secure online document vault to allow secure exchange of information
Fast onboarding and we deal with your old accountant
All services can be added or scaled and are flexible - pay for what you need and nothing else.
Package 2 - For Established Businesses
For your business
- Everything detailed in package 1 plus
- Bookkeeping - keep everything tidy and organised
- Payroll - keep everyone paid and happy knowing the complexities are covered
For You
- Your Personal Tax return prepared and filed in good time plus up to 3 sources of income including:-
- Rental Accounts
- Dividends
- Self Employment
- Employment
- Pensions
- Tax saving advice included
Key Features as standard
Access to a dedicated named client manager ensuring guidance and advice
Access to our secure online document vault to allow secure exchange of information
Fast onboarding and we deal with your old accountant
All services can be added or scaled and are flexible - pay for what you need and nothing else.
Package 3 - For Businesses Insights and/or Growth
For your business
- Everything detailed in business package 2 plus
- Monthly or Quarterly Management Reports with a quarterly meeting either in our office or online live
- At least one planning session per year where we will look forward, set target and goal and measure progress.
- Ongoing business advice and insight to help you identify opportunities to grow and make more money.
For You
- Everything in package 2 plus mortgage references ioncluded as standard.
Key Features as standard
Access to a dedicated named client manager ensuring guidance and advice
Access to our secure online document vault to allow secure exchange of information
Fast onboarding and we deal with your old accountant
All services can be added or scaled and are flexible - pay for what you need and nothing else.
Peace of mind
Grow your business
Peace of mind
We are your local accountant - always
Based in the community, we understand local needs and are proud to support other small and growing businesses. That said our reach is far and we know that our clients value the relationship we hold above everything else.