How Our Expert Accounting Services Work

Maynard Johns Expert Accounting Services & Client Guide

Read our expert accounting services and client guide to find out what you get when you choose Maynard Johns as your trusted advisor. Every client matters to us, and our dedicated team is here to support you with expert accounting services and professional business advice.


Why Choose Maynard Johns Accounting Services?

  • Save time: We help you set up and manage your business efficiently.
  • Avoid penalties: We ensure you meet deadlines and stay compliant.
  • More than compliance: We help you plan and achieve your business goals.
  • Financial clarity: Keep track of profitability and identify potential issues early.
  • Regulated and ethical: As Chartered Accountants, we adhere to strict professional standards.

Contacting Your Maynard Johns Accountant

  • Call our Bideford office on 01237 472071 or Launceston office on 01566 779111 during office hours (Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM). Select the option for your accountant or specific queries, like Xero or Payroll.
  • Email us at info@maynardjohns.co.uk – we aim to respond within 24 hours.
  • Use the booking link to schedule in-person, phone, or video appointments.
  • Need an out-of-hours appointment? Call us, and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.
  • Secure document transfer is available via Openspace, our dedicated client portal.

Easy Appointment Booking & Secure Document Sharing

To provide us with confidential documents, we will set up your personal Openspace account. This secure portal allows you to upload and review documents without needing to send them by post.


When Will You Be Charged?

  • You will typically receive an invoice after we prepare your annual accounts and/or tax return.
  • Additional work (e.g., mortgage references and tax calculations) will be invoiced separately.
  • Fixed-fee quotes and payment plans are available upon request.

What Information Do We Need From You?

  • As your registered agent, we do not receive all letters from HMRC. You will need to send us any PAYE coding notices or tax statements you receive.
  • Before your year-end, we will remind you to provide the necessary records. A complete list is available at What Your Accountant Needs From You
  • Documents can be dropped off at either office or uploaded to Openspace. Cloud-based accounting users can grant us online access.

Keeping You Informed

  • We send regular email newsletters with updates on tax legislation and business matters.
  • Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn for real-time updates and insights.
  • We provide reminders for key tax deadlines to help you stay compliant.

Additional Expert Accounting Services

Beyond accounting services, we offer:

  • Business advice
  • Accounting software guidance
  • Business structuring
  • Retirement planning

If we don’t have the answer, we can direct you to someone who does. We also have a sister company, Seahorse Creative, which offers marketing, copywriting and website services.

Want to experience stress-free accounting? Contact Maynard Johns today!