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Running a business is demanding enough without having to keep track of statutory paperwork, deadlines, and compliance requirements.
At Burfords, we take that responsibility off your plate.
Our company secretarial support is designed to make sure everything behind the scenes is handled properly, so you can focus on growing your business with confidence. With nearly 20 years of experience supporting businesses across Kent, we understand what needs to be done and how to keep things running smoothly.
Although it’s not a legal requirement to have a company secretary; if you choose not to have one then all responsibility for accounts administration falls to the company directors. Ensuring that your business complies with all legal requirements, as well as adhering to high standards of corporate governance requires a great deal of skill and a thorough understanding of the law.
Missed deadlines, incomplete records, or small administrative oversights can lead to fines or unnecessary complications. Most business owners simply do not have the time to stay on top of every requirement, and that is completely understandable.
When you work with Burfords, you are not just handing over admin tasks, you are gaining a team that keeps your business compliant, organised, and up to date without you needing to chase or second guess anything.
We are local, approachable, and proactive. Our clients trust us because we handle things properly and flag anything that needs attention before it becomes a problem.
At Burfords, we offer a wide range of solutions under the umbrella of secretarial support, including:
Choosing the right business structure is a critical first step for any start-up. The structure you select will impact your tax obligations, personal liability, and the level of regulatory compliance required. We provide expert advice on various business structures, including sole traders, partnerships, limited liability partnerships (LLPs), and limited companies. Our goal is to help you make an informed decision that aligns with your business goals and long-term strategy.
Forming a new limited company involves following several legal steps and completing a range of documentation. Our team can handle the entire company formation process for you, ensuring that all requirements are met efficiently and accurately. This includes:
If needed, you can use our company address as your registered office. Choosing this option ensures all official correspondence is handled promptly and securely as well as offering a professional business address (which can enhance your company’s credibility if you are a virtual organisation). Our registered office service includes:
Following the formation of your company, we can provide ongoing company secretarial support to ensure your business remains compliant as it evolves. Our services include:
We can prepare and file your statutory accounts at the end of each financial year. These will include your company's balance sheet, profit and loss details, and any related notes. Similarly, your annual confirmation statement, which is a snapshot of your business’s current information, needs to be filed each year to confirm the accuracy of your company’s information.
If you have a limited company, we can support with updating the statutory registers should anything change in relation to key business information, such as the directors, the address, any charges or transfer of shares. If this information isn’t updated then you could receive a hefty fine. These documents, whether digital or hard copy, should show your company’s evolution from inception up to the present-day.
Maintaining up-to-date statutory registers, such as the register of members, directors, and secretaries, is a legal requirement. We can ensure these records are accurate and readily available for inspection, as required by law.
We can support with preparing certificates for your shareholders, as well as issuing share transfer forms. The latter will include details such as the names of the transferor and transferee, the number and type of shares being transferred, and any consideration paid.
We advise on best practices for corporate governance, helping you implement policies and procedures that ensure transparency and accountability within your company.
Regular compliance audits help identify potential issues before they become problems. We conduct thorough audits of your company’s compliance status, providing recommendations for improvements and ensuring you remain on the right side of the law.
There are plenty of accountants to choose from, but our clients stay with us because of how we work. We stay involved, we look ahead, and we make sure nothing gets missed.
Our clients value clear advice, a proactive approach, and the reassurance that everything is being handled properly without needing to chase. Most importantly, they know that when something needs to be done, it is already taken care of.
We are passionate about both our work ethic and our client relationships. Our partner-led approach means that we always place our clients at the centre of everything we do.
We have been providing comprehensive secretarial services for almost 20 years. Our dedication to consistently being at the forefront of regulatory and technological changes, means that our processes are always ahead of the curve.
Beyond secretarial support, we offer a full suite of accounting and financial services; including: accounts production, bookkeeping & management accounts, taxation and VAT and payroll bureau. We are able to provide a full 360-approach to ensuring the financial health of your business.
At Burfords, we are committed to delivering only the highest-quality solutions. Our team of experienced professionals brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every client account and we pride ourselves on our partner-led approach.
We understand that you have a business to run, and our aim is to save you time and money by proactively anticipating what you need support with throughout the year. To find out more, simply get in touch below.