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FCCA Chartered Certified · Richmond upon Thames · TW9 / TW10
Accountants in Richmond
Accountants in Richmond
upon Thames
Protax Consultants is an FCCA Chartered Certified accounting practice serving Richmond, Twickenham, Kew, Teddington and the wider borough. We work as self assessment accountants, small business and limited company accountants, and landlord accountants, covering CIS, VAT and HMRC support, built for the small, owner-managed businesses that make up almost all of the borough's economy.
FCCA Certified
HMRC Authorised Agent
ACCA Audit Reg. 5743262
5.0 Google Rating
Fixed-Fee Pricing
Muhammad Bilal, FCCA
Director. Every Richmond client works directly with him.
Get a fixed-fee quote. We reply within one working day.
No obligation. FCCA regulated. Data handled under GDPR. We never share your details.
Who We Are
Chartered Accountants
Chartered Accountants
for Richmond upon Thames
Protax Consultants is a firm of FCCA Chartered Certified Accountants serving individuals and businesses across the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. The borough is home to nearly 15,000 businesses, and around 95% of business units employ ten people or fewer, which means the overwhelming majority of Richmond's economy is exactly the client base we specialise in: small, owner-managed companies and self-employed professionals, not large corporates. We provide fixed-fee self assessment, limited company accounts and Corporation Tax, CIS returns, landlord and property tax, Capital Gains Tax, VAT and Making Tax Digital, led directly by Director Muhammad Bilal FCCA, with our ACCA audit registration number shown here so you can verify it yourself.
| Firm | Protax Consultants Ltd, FCCA Chartered Certified Accountants and Registered Auditors |
|---|---|
| Director | Muhammad Bilal FCCA, Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant and HMRC authorised agent |
| Verifiable credentials | ACCA audit registration 5743262, checkable at auditregister.org.uk. Company No. 14701253 on Companies House |
| Serves | Richmond, Twickenham, Kew, Teddington, East Sheen, Whitton and the wider borough, plus remote clients UK-wide |
| Specialisms | Self assessment, limited company accounts, CIS returns, landlord and property tax, Corporation Tax, VAT and MTD, HMRC investigations |
| Pricing | Transparent fixed fees. Self Assessment from £150, limited company accounts from £550/year, director payroll from £15/month |
| Consultation | Free, no-obligation initial review, by video call or in writing, usually within one working day |
What We Do
Accounting & Tax Services
Accounting & Tax Services
for Richmond Clients
From annual self assessment returns to limited company accounts, CIS returns and HMRC investigations, our FCCA team handles every part of your tax and accounting for Richmond businesses and individuals.
Self Assessment Tax Returns
Accurate, stress-free SA100 filing for Richmond sole traders, freelancers, landlords and higher-rate taxpayers. We claim every allowable deduction and meet every HMRC deadline.
Self Assessment service →Small Business Accounting
End-to-end accounting, bookkeeping, management accounts, payroll and VAT for Richmond and Twickenham limited companies, all under one fixed monthly fee.
Business accounting →Landlord & Property Tax
Specialist rental income returns, Section 24 mortgage interest relief, and Capital Gains Tax for landlords and property investors across Richmond's residential streets.
Landlord tax service →Corporation Tax (CT600)
Accurate CT600 returns, statutory accounts, R&D claims and year-round Corporation Tax planning for Richmond's many small limited companies.
Corporation Tax service →CIS Returns
Monthly CIS returns, subcontractor verification and gross payment status applications for contractors and trades businesses across the borough.
CIS returns service →VAT Returns & MTD
Quarterly VAT returns, scheme advice and Making Tax Digital compliance for Richmond's small businesses, filed through HMRC-approved software.
VAT & MTD service →Capital Gains Tax
Expert CGT advice on property, share and business asset disposals, including the 60-day residential property reporting deadline.
Capital Gains Tax →Director Salary & Dividend
Tax-efficient remuneration planning for Richmond company directors, balancing salary, dividends and pension contributions.
Remuneration planning →HMRC Tax Investigations
Robust defence and direct representation if HMRC opens an enquiry into your personal or business tax affairs.
HMRC investigation help →
Not Sure Where to Start?
Find the Right Accountant
Find the Right Accountant
for Your Situation in Richmond
"Accountant" covers several different jobs. Here is which part of our service is built for you, whether you are searching for a self assessment accountant, a small business accountant, or a landlord accountant in Richmond.
Self Assessment Accountant in Richmond
For sole traders, freelancers and higher-rate taxpayers who need an accurate SA100 return filed on time, with every allowable expense claimed.
Self Assessment service →Small Business & Limited Company Accountant in Richmond
Statutory accounts, CT600 filing, payroll and bookkeeping under one fixed monthly fee, sized for Richmond's owner-managed companies.
Business accounting →Sole Trader Accountant in Richmond
Straightforward bookkeeping, expense tracking and deadline management for the self-employed, without paying for services you do not need.
Sole trader support →Landlord & Property Accountant in Richmond
Rental income returns, Section 24 mortgage interest relief and Capital Gains Tax planning for landlords selling or letting property.
Landlord tax service →Contractor & Freelancer Accountant in Richmond
IR35 status reviews, PSC company accounts and tax-efficient salary and dividend planning for contractors working into central London.
Contractor accounting →Start-Up & New Business Accountant in Richmond
Company formation, initial VAT and payroll registration, and first-year guidance for anyone starting a business in the borough.
Start-up support →- 13+Years of practice
- 200+Businesses advised
- 5.0Average Google review rating
- 95%Of Richmond businesses employ 10 or fewer
Why Choose Us
Why Richmond Clients
Why Richmond Clients
Choose Protax
Richmond has a genuinely large number of established practices, comparison sites and directory listings competing for this search. Cutting through that noise starts with credentials you can actually check.
Credentials you can verify
QualificationFCCA Chartered Certified Accountants
Audit registration5743262
Company number14701253
HMRC statusAuthorised agent
DirectorMuhammad Bilal FCCA
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Built for exactly Richmond's business mix
With 95% of business units in the borough employing ten people or fewer, most Richmond firms need precisely the fixed-fee, direct-access service we provide, not a large corporate practice's audit machinery.
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A registration number you can actually check
Many local listings describe firms as "chartered" without a registration number. Ours is published here and independently verifiable at auditregister.org.uk.
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You work directly with the director
Every Richmond client is looked after personally by Muhammad Bilal FCCA. No call centres, no being passed between junior staff.
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Transparent fixed-fee pricing
No hourly billing and no surprise invoices. You receive a written fixed-fee proposal before any work begins.
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Genuinely proactive, not just annual filing
We flag deadlines, identify savings and restructure your affairs throughout the year, not only at year-end.
A Genuine Comparison
Protax vs a Typical
Protax vs a Typical
Richmond Directory Listing
Search results for accountants in Richmond are dominated by comparison sites and directories rather than the firms themselves. Here is what that actually means for you as a client.
| Feature | Protax (Direct) | Typical Directory-Listed Firm |
|---|---|---|
| How you find us | Directly, with full credentials on this page | Via a comparison site, with limited detail until you enquire |
| Credentials shown | ACCA audit registration and company number, both checkable | Often just "chartered" with no registration number given |
| Pricing | Fixed fee agreed in writing before work begins | Usually "contact us for a quote" with no starting figures |
| Who handles your work | Director Muhammad Bilal FCCA, directly | Varies, often unclear from the listing alone |
| 2026 tax changes covered | MTD, CIS, CGT and dividend rate changes explained in detail | Rarely addressed on the firm's own site |
Buyer's Guide
How to Choose an
How to Choose an
Accountant in Richmond
With so many comparison sites and directory listings competing for this search, it is worth knowing what to actually check before you enquire.
1
Ask for the registration number directly
Do not accept "we are chartered accountants" at face value. Ask for the ACCA or ICAEW number and check it yourself.
2
Check whether it is a firm or a directory
Many "best accountants in Richmond" pages are lead-generation sites, not accountancy firms. Look for a genuine named director and company number.
3
Insist on fixed fees
Ask for a written, fixed-fee quote before work starts, not an open-ended hourly rate.
4
Ask who handles your work day to day
Confirm whether you deal with a qualified accountant directly, and how often.
5
Check they understand small business ownership
With 95% of Richmond's businesses being ten people or fewer, choose a firm built around owner-managed companies, not corporate audit work.
6
Check the software they use
Confirm they use Making Tax Digital ready software such as Xero, Sage or QuickBooks.
Who We Help
Specialist Accounting
Specialist Accounting
for Richmond Businesses
Whether you run a small business from Richmond or Twickenham, let a property near Kew, or contract into central London, we have the sector-specific knowledge to handle your tax affairs correctly.
Local Coverage
Serving Richmond, Twickenham
Serving Richmond, Twickenham
and the Wider Borough
Richmond upon Thames has four main town centres: Richmond itself, the borough's largest shopping and commercial area; Twickenham, the largest district centre and home of English Rugby; Teddington; and East Sheen and Whitton as smaller local centres. The River Thames runs for over 10 miles through the borough, and Richmond station gives direct access to the District Line, National Rail and London Overground. With nearly 15,000 businesses in the borough and around 95% of units employing ten people or fewer, this is one of the most small-business-dense areas we serve, which is exactly why our fixed-fee, direct-access model fits so well here.
Richmond Town Centre
TW9
Kew
TW9
Twickenham
TW1, largest district centre
Teddington
TW11
East Sheen
SW14
Whitton
TW2
Barnes
SW13
Hampton & Ham
TW12 / TW10
Also nearby? We serve Kingston, Wimbledon and every London borough, plus the wider UK remotely. See our Kingston accountants page.
Transparent Pricing
How Much Does an
How Much Does an
Accountant in Richmond Cost?
Most Richmond directory listings do not publish pricing at all. Every Protax client receives a fixed-fee quote agreed in writing before any work begins.
- Self Assessment tax returns from £150
- Limited company accounts and Corporation Tax from £550 per year
- Director payroll from £15 per month
- Quarterly VAT returns from £75 per quarter
- No charge for routine HMRC correspondence, calls or emails
Get your fixed-fee quote
Tell us about your situation. We will send a personalised, no-obligation fixed-fee proposal by email, usually within one working day.
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Making Tax Digital is Live
Are You Ready for Making Tax Digital?
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is now mandatory for sole traders and landlords with gross income above £50,000. With such a high proportion of Richmond's economy made up of self-employed professionals and very small companies, this affects a meaningful share of local businesses directly. If you are above the threshold and not yet set up, you need to act now.
We help Richmond clients move to digital record-keeping, set up HMRC-approved software, migrate records and manage every quarterly submission. See our MTD service or read our full MTD guide.
NowMandatory for income above £50,000 (since 6 April 2026)
Apr 2027Threshold drops to £30,000
Apr 2028Threshold drops again to £20,000
How It Works
Getting Started Takes
Getting Started Takes
Four Simple Steps
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Request a quote
Complete the short form with your situation. It takes a couple of minutes.
02
Get your fixed fee
We review your needs and send a clear, fixed-fee proposal, usually within one working day.
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Onboard securely
Upload your documents through our secure portal and meet your accountant by video call.
04
Relax, we file
We prepare, review and file with HMRC on time, and flag savings throughout the year.
Client Reviews
Trusted by Individuals
Trusted by Individuals
& Businesses
5.0
Rated 5.0 on Google
"I have worked with Protax Consultants for many years. I have always found Muhammad to be both friendly and professional, with an excellent understanding of current legislation. His proactive approach gives me real confidence."
"As a preschool owner, I often need things explained in a clear and simple way, and Muhammad always takes the time to ensure I fully understand everything. I could not be happier with the support I receive."
"I have been a client for over a year and consistently find them to be thorough professionals. They ensure that all accountancy tasks are executed to the highest possible standards."
"Used Protax for my first year in business. The process was so simple and smooth. As a new business owner, accountants can be confusing, but they did a lot for me and taught me a lot. Will be using Protax for as long as I am in business."
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Guidance from Our
Guidance from Our
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Common Questions
Accountants in Richmond:
Accountants in Richmond:
Frequently Asked Questions
We are a real, regulated accountancy firm, not a directory or lead-generation site. Protax Consultants Ltd is company number 14701253 on Companies House, led by Muhammad Bilal FCCA, with ACCA audit registration number 5743262, both independently checkable.
Protax uses fixed-fee pricing: Self Assessment from £150, limited company accounts from £550 per year, director payroll from £15 per month, and quarterly VAT from £75 per quarter, agreed in writing before any work begins.
Yes. You work directly with Director Muhammad Bilal FCCA. Every client has a direct line to a fully qualified, FCCA Chartered Certified accountant, not a trainee or a call centre.
Protax is led by Muhammad Bilal FCCA. The firm holds ACCA audit registration number 5743262, verifiable at auditregister.org.uk, and Protax Consultants Ltd is company number 14701253 on Companies House.
Yes, this is our core specialism. Around 95% of business units in Richmond upon Thames employ ten people or fewer, and our fixed-fee, direct-access service is built specifically for businesses of this size.
Yes. We manage monthly CIS returns, subcontractor verification, and gross payment status applications for contractors and construction businesses across the borough. See our CIS returns service.
Yes. As HMRC-authorised agents, we deal with HMRC directly on your behalf throughout the entire investigation process, from the first letter to settlement. Learn more about our HMRC investigation service.
MTD for Income Tax is mandatory for sole traders and landlords with gross income above £50,000, dropping to £30,000 in April 2027 and £20,000 in April 2028. Read our full MTD guide.
Yes. We manage professional clearance, HMRC agent authorisation, and records transfer on your behalf. Most switches complete within two to six weeks with no disruption. Read our guide to switching accountants.
Everything can be done remotely through secure document upload and video calls, so you never need to travel. Most Richmond clients handle their entire relationship with us this way.
Yes. We act as sole trader accountants and as small business or limited company accountants in Richmond, so whichever structure you use, or are deciding between, we can support you.
Yes. We offer a free, no-obligation initial review of your situation. You receive a written fixed-fee proposal before any engagement begins, so there is nothing to commit to until you are ready.
Chartered Accountant usually refers to ICAEW membership, while Chartered Certified Accountant refers to ACCA membership, the qualification our Director Muhammad Bilal holds (FCCA). Both are recognised UK accountancy qualifications with similar training standards, and it is worth asking any firm which body they belong to.
Get Started Today
Ready to Work with a
Ready to Work with a
Verified Richmond Accountant?
Submit a quote request and Muhammad Bilal FCCA will personally review your situation and reply with a clear, no-obligation fixed-fee proposal, usually within one working day.
- Free initial assessment with no obligation
- Reply within one working day
- Verifiable ACCA registration and company number
- Transparent fixed-fee pricing in every proposal
- FCCA regulated and HMRC authorised
- GDPR compliant, your data is never shared
Request Your Free Quote
Tell us about your accounting needs and we will send you a personalised fixed-fee proposal.
No spam and no hidden fees. We will review your request and send a clear, fixed-fee proposal by email.