Customer Stories - Meades Group

Autonomy Workspace operates at a level far beyond its size, delivering complex UK and international projects with just two directors. With support from Meades Group, the business has moved from reactive financial management to a position of clarity, control and forward visibility.

Improved financial visibility – moving from reactive, rear-view reporting to clear forward planning across cash flow, VAT and profitability
Greater control over VAT and cash flow – reducing unexpected liabilities and enabling better preparation for large project cycles
Informed decision-making – with timely insights allowing confident choices around director remuneration, profit and business strategy
Access to a dedicated finance team – providing specialist support across strategy, reporting and day-to-day financial management
Reduced administrative burden – with Meades Group handling complex processes such as VAT inspections, allowing the directors to focus on running the business
Clear, practical advice – delivered in plain English, ensuring full understanding of financial position and next steps
Increased confidence in future planning – enabling the business to manage international projects and growth with greater certainty and control

How we supported the growth of a fencing contractor

An increase in turnover by 2285% to almost £2million per annum
Trading from their own premises – allowing for increased production by selling fencing supplies, not simply fitting them
Bulk buying – facilitating a change in client profile and optimisation of turnover
Increased staff numbers – enabling further business expansion
Our tax planning advice resulted in tax savings of approximately £250,000 over a 5 year period. The owner has subsequently invested in a property portfolio of five buy-to-let dwellings, providing financial security for the future of his family.

Getting Trackit247’s accounts moving in the right direction

With 11 years in business, Sanjay and Harsha Mistry of Trackit247 had been left feeling bruised by their previous accountants. After too many sleepless nights and an oversight in their books that almost cost them £1000s, they knew it was time for a better, more meaningful approach to their finances.

How we’ve helped Sanjay and Harsha Mistry at a glance:

Expert support with Xero, not just to migrate them from Quickbooks, but to help them get the most from the software
Rebuilding their trust in accountants after being let down multiple times.
Saved them £9,555 in personal tax by unravelling the mistakes of the previous accountant.

Next, we’ll be providing strategic growth advice, backed up with accurate financial data.

Bringing clarity to business numbers to make strategic decisions with certainty

Tony Searle and Peter Cronin joined forces in 1999 to build a business to help global brands to engage personally with their end-user audiences. With Meades support they have:

Transitioned from Sage to Xero, described by Peter as “…the end result was like walking out of thick fog and into clarity.”
Gained control of their business numbers
Have a simple view of critical numbers
Take strategic decisions with 100% certainty.

Drawing a good salary for the first time and building a robust, profitable business

In the first year the team helped them to draw proper salaries for the first time
New found profitability helped the business owners to buy their homes and pay their bills on time
Given the business owners peace of mind, the Meades team attention to detail has been constant reassurance
Knowing their numbers helps them protect their profitability and the business can now confidently take on larger jobs.

“I feel confident that I’m going to learn a lot from Meades, not just in accountancy but other business practices.

I just wanted to say how impressed I have been with your proposal’s and level of customer service, since we first spoke. You really stand out from anyone else I deal with across all sectors of my business. I feel confident that I’m going to learn a lot from Meades, not just in accountancy but other business practices. Part of the reason I chose you wasn’t just because I think you’re a good accountant, its because I think you must be a great businessman.”

Philip Allen, Commercial Director, Entertainment Effects, Hatfield