Dedicated Accounting Services for Southampton and Surrounding Areas
Eastleigh | Chandler’s Ford | Totton | Hythe | Hedge End | West End | Shirley | Woolston | Bitterne | Portswood
At Mandair & Co, we’re a Southampton-based, Hampshire-proud firm of accountants providing expert financial advice and accounting services to individuals and businesses across Hampshire. Our main office is located at 84 Lodge Road, Southampton, SO14 6RG, in the heart of the city. We also work with clients throughout Portsmouth, Winchester, and Eastleigh, offering reliable, professional accountancy services tailored to the needs of our local communities.
We’ve built our reputation through trust, accuracy, and expert financial guidance, supporting clients through every stage of their personal and business growth. Our core service area covers Southampton, Portsmouth, Winchester, and Eastleigh, serving clients across urban centres, coastal towns, and rural Hampshire. From Southampton city centre and Portsmouth Harbour to Winchester’s historic business district and Eastleigh’s growing enterprises, we help clients achieve clarity and confidence in their finances.
Whether you need help with tax returns, bookkeeping, payroll, or business growth planning, we provide personalised, practical accounting solutions backed by a deep understanding of Hampshire’s financial landscape. At Mandair & Co, we don’t just work here — we’re part of the community. Our local accountants understand Hampshire’s people, businesses, and priorities, ensuring every client receives trusted, community-focused financial support.
Eastleigh
Chandler’s Ford
Totton
Hythe
Marchwood
Netley
Hedge End
West End
Hamble-le-Rice
Bursledon
Nursling
Rownhams
Shirley
Woolston
Bitterne
Portswood
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Accounting Firm Services
What accounting services do you offer in Southampton?
Mandair & Co provides a wide range of accounting services to clients in Southampton and the surrounding areas. These include bookkeeping, accounts preparation, payroll management, tax returns, and business start-up support. We also offer specialist services such as corporate tax planning, HMRC investigation support, and business analysis. Whether you are a sole trader, partnership, or limited company, our team delivers tailored solutions that meet your specific needs effectively.
How can I benefit from bookkeeping services?
Bookkeeping ensures your financial records are accurate, organised, and compliant with regulations. By choosing Mandair & Co, you save valuable time and reduce the risk of costly errors. Professional bookkeeping gives you greater clarity over cash flow, simplifies tax filing, and provides accurate insights for decision-making. Our support helps businesses maintain financial confidence, avoid unnecessary stress, and stay focused on growth while we take care of the day-to-day records.
What is the process for filing tax returns?
Filing tax returns with Mandair & Co begins with gathering all your relevant financial information, including income, expenses, allowances, and reliefs. Our team carefully prepares your return, ensuring full compliance with current regulations and maximising any available benefits. Once complete, we review the return with you before submitting it to HMRC on time. This proactive approach helps minimise liabilities, prevents penalties, and provides peace of mind knowing your taxes are managed.
How can Mandair & Co assist with payroll for my business?
Our payroll services are designed to take the administrative burden off your business. We handle all aspects, including calculating salaries, tax deductions, pensions, and statutory payments. Our team ensures everything complies with HMRC requirements and is processed accurately and on time. With Mandair & Co managing payroll, you can focus on running your business confidently, knowing your employees are paid correctly and your obligations are fully taken care of.
How much do Chartered Accountants charge per hour in the UK?
There is no set rate for how much a chartered accountant will charge in the UK. The cost of accounting services will depend on the complexity of the work, where it’s being completed, the experience of the accountant, and several other factors. Typically, chartered accountants will charge anything from £80 to £250 per hour. At Mandair & Co, we always give our clients the best possible deals when it comes to our accounting services. You will get a fair rate when you reach out to our thoroughly trained specialists.
What are the benefits of working with chartered accountants?
Chartered accountants provide reassurance through expertise, professionalism, and adherence to the highest ethical standards. At Mandair & Co, our ICAEW-qualified team delivers more than just compliance. We offer valuable advice, tax planning, and strategic insights tailored to your circumstances. Working with chartered accountants ensures your finances are managed with accuracy and integrity, reduces risks to your business, and provides trusted guidance that supports long-term growth and financial stability.
Do you offer personalised tax advice for small businesses?
Yes, Mandair & Co provides tailored tax advice designed for small businesses. We take time to understand your operations, helping with corporation tax, VAT, allowable expenses, and reliefs. Our advice is practical and specific to your circumstances, ensuring compliance while legally reducing liabilities. By working closely with you, we provide clear strategies that support growth, improve efficiency, and give you confidence that your tax planning is always in safe hands.
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
What Do Our Clients Say About Us?
Agata Tomaszewska
I can’t recommend Mandair & Co enough! They’ve been my absolute guardian angels since becoming self employed and I love working with them. Amazing value for money, very responsive with a can-do attitude, always putting their clients first! 100% recommended.
Pollyanna Phillips
Amri and the team have made my first 2 years of self-employment super easy and stress free! They are great at explaining things I’m not sure about, they are quick at responding to emails and always provide me with great advice on how to be more efficient with books etc. I would highly recommend to anyone, top quality service!
Daniel Glass
I have used mandair accountants for over 10 years and they have always been very friendly helpful when I have needed their help with my accounts. The team are always very attentive with my affairs which gives me great peace of mind.
Cannot recommend them enough
Lynnette Pack
Richard, Tawny, Ayesha and the team, have looked after our company and personal accounts for around the last 20 years. They are now dealing with the two company closures as we are retiring, but I will continue to use their services for our personal tax. Richard is very approachable and will always help, as does Tawny. Their pricing is reasonable and although possibly not the cheapest, is well worth the cost for the services they provide. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Mandair & Co.
BEST Autocentres Ltd
We have used Mandair & co as our accountants for over 10 years. We did try another company who promised the earth for a short while, but soon found that we were paying twice the price for no extra value and returned to Richard and his team.
Guy Jones
Helped me with business set up. Gave me excellent advice.
OUR TEAM
Your partners in long-term financial success
Richard Mandair
ACA Managing Partner
Richard qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1996 and after gaining valuable experience in a local firm of Accountants, Mandair & Co was set up in 1999. Richard has a wealth of experience in advising clients in general practice, in all aspects of their business to include Taxation, Compliance and regulatory matters affecting their business.
Richard has grown the business from his early days practicing on his own to now working with a dedicated team of 15.
Outside of work Richard enjoys a variety of sports including football and table tennis.
Tawny Rider
PA to Richard Mandair
Tawny joined the team in September 2014 as a Personal Assistant and Receptionist and has played a key role ever since.
Tawny is the first point of contact at Mandair & Co and has a variety of duties that include reception, administrative and assisting the accounts team and acting as a PA to Richard Mandair. Her Qualifications include Level 3 NVQ in Business Administration and she is now working towards her AAT Qualifications.
Amri Mandair
Accounts Assistant
Amri joined the office in 2021 having graduated with First Class Honours in Accounting. She is now working towards completing her ACCA qualification.
Her role as an Accounts Assistant consists of accounts preparation, VAT Returns and self-assessment tax returns for both sole traders and limited companies.
Amri is looking forward to be able to catch a flight again as she enjoys travelling to explore different cultures and cuisines.
Mia Mandair
Assistant Accountant
Mia joined the team in June 2019 as a trainee accounts assistant and is currently working towards her AAT Qualifications.
Much of her day to day work involves dealing with accounts preparation, vat returns and self-assessment tax returns for both sole traders and Limited companies.
Outside of Work Mia enjoys travel and sports as well as partaking in charity events.
Lauren
Assistant Accountant
Lauren joined the team in August 2018 as a semi senior accountants assistant.
Lauren is currently studying her ACCA and is hoping to soon be a chartered certified accountant.
Lauren has two young sons who keep her busy and enjoys socialising with friends when she can.
Rabbir Ahamed
Payroll and Pensions Manager
Rabbir joined the company in December 2019 as a Payroll and Pensions Manager.
His duties include Payroll, Pension and CIS (Construction Industry Scheme )
He has 6 years experience and has the following qualifications:
BA (HONS) – Applied Accounting – Anglia Ruskin University.
Foundation Degree in Payroll Management – CIPP (Chartered Institute Of Payroll Professional) – University Of Worcester.
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