Raymond Hutt

James Hair & Co

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August, 2020

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Never contacted me back.

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December, 2019

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Great communication and clear service arrangements. We only really wanted to arrange for occasional ad-hoc accounting advice rather than a complete service, and it looks like that's going to be possible. Excellent.

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March, 2019

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I met his colleague Barbara. She was very helpful.

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August, 2018

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Very poor, had initial contact then failed to reply to emails

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March, 2018

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Raymond contacted me within 3 days offering to help asking what me needs are. I replied the same day ( a week ago) and have had no reply.

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January, 2018

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Raymond was very helpful and I thank him for advice given.

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July, 2017

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I never heard from Raymond, so can't really comment on anything.

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July, 2017

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He was very quick and accurate in taking care of my request.

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May, 2017

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Excellent informative professional

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May, 2017

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Very knowledgeable- everything explained clearly and transparently.

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October, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Parted company with my previous accountant.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Provided advice on how to prepare the accounts more efficiently.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Service has been excellent (and forgiving).

What could they have done better?

Nothing - I've found them excellent.

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September, 2015

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Based in Midlothian

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I have recently set up a limited company.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Raymond is looking after my finances, tax etc.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Early days yet as I only engaged Raymond 1 month ago.

What could they have done better?

Nothing so far

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September, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

The charity requires fully audited accounts to be submitted both to HMRC and the charity regulator OSCR.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Guidance on preparation of files / receipts Preparation of accounts Guidance on allowances.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Excellent advice & value for money.

What could they have done better?

Raymond provides an excellent service.

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September, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

The Swimming Club were looking for an Accountant to "Verify" their accounts.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Raymond advised and has verified our accounts for the last 3 years.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

We are a very up and coming swimming club within the District of Cupar Fife and Raymond has helped with his advice with regards to our Finances.

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September, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Registered Charity.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Raymond was very helpful, professional and approachable.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

We are happy with the outcome.

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September, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Starting a new company.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Setting up the company and managing the year end accounts.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yearly increase in profits, outcomes satisfied.

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September, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Dissatisfaction with previous accountant followed by a word of mouth recommendation.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Raymond is able to fully understand my business and my wishes and plans for the future. He explains financial matters in a clear and concise way with very little technical jargon. He is extremely easy to talk to and his manner, whilst businesslike is pleasant and friendly. In a relatively short time he has made a huge difference to the financial performance of my business.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

My business is in very good financial health at the moment. I have definitely seen the outcome I was hoping for.

What could they have done better?

I honestly can't think of anything that they could have done better.

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September, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Business set-up.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Business registration and advice Financial processes.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

I have only been in business for 5 months and have yet to analyse the ROI but in terms of advice and counsel the service I have received is excellent and means I have one less worry and can focus on building the business.

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September, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Setting up own business.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Advised on formation of company rather than sole trader and explained pros and cons and tax implications etc. going forward he provides templates and accounts advise and prepares annual returns and VAT advice. He keeps me on track with spending and saving !.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Into third year of business and to date am on track with covering tax liability each year....

What could they have done better?

To date service has been excellent.

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September, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Having purchased a business I required help in setting up and the use of Sage Accounting.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Raymond set up sage and is continually assisting me with my accounts every three months.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes I am continuing to see Raymond with my accounts.

What could they have done better?

Nothing I am very happy.

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September, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Purchase of business.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Carried out duties of an accountant during the purchase and support therafter.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

N/A.

What could they have done better?

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September, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

My company has been expanding year on year, We have diversified our product range and marketing strategy and have enjoyed a significant increase in our on-line presence and success. In addition to excellent growth in our core business based here in the UK, we have also moved into many new global markets and now receive sales from all over the world. Global sales brought many different challenges and as the company grew it came apparent that we needed an accountant that was forward thinking and understood not only all aspects of supplying our products globally, but also advising on the financial forecasting, tax planning and employment of new staff along with the day to day running of our accounts.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

We have been a client of Raymond’s for around 5 years now and he has given us invaluable advice relating to all financial aspects of our company.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

We now have a very well organised system in place helping us to achieve the level of professionalism that allows us to grow the business annually. We always receive a fast, friendly and concise response to any query that we have for Raymond.

What could they have done better?

Raymond has also helped me set up a new limited company that is now starting to grow - and again his help and advice was concise and invaluable. I really can not think of anything that he could have done better for us in the time that we have been his client.

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September, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

In 2006 formed a limited company company.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Kept us right on all matters concerning accounting and tax, set up our computer system with the best programs suited to our business.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

We have built the company up over the last 9 years to now have a turn over of around 3 million and Raymond has helped along the way with good advice which we have taken on board. It would be fair to say we have been very happy with the way things have gone.

What could they have done better?

I don't think there is anything Raymond could have done better. He is at the end of a phone anytime we need help, he visits us every three months to do our VAT and to go over anything we need to discuss.

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September, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I had previously had a dreadful situation with an accountant who had made quite a mess of my book-keeping. I was recommended to use Raymond following this.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Raymond did an initial Audit of my bookkeeping which was quite a complicated arrangement of Limited Companies and Sole Trader businesses. He identified problems and risks and then implemented a much more straight forward streamlined approach which created efficiencies across the board both in administration, tax efficiency, tax planning and risk analysis.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes I am very happy with the work Raymond and his team have done for my business.

What could they have done better?

The only suggestion was to have an office closer to my business. Luckily Raymond has opened one in St Andrews which is very handy for meetings or queries.

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August, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Previous accountant retired.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Produces our end of year accounts and completes all of our tax returns.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

We have dealt with Raymond Hutt for many years.

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August, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Starting and operating a partnership in the hospitality industry.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Setting up and managing the business accounts, monitoring tax and other legal expense streams. Setting up a new limited company, preparing the accounts matrix for the company and setting up the Sage accounts profile for the company. Advising on the best professional format for the overall management of the company and the preparation of Companies House submissions, tax matters and payroll and pension legislation.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Expanding business with further expansion. Outcomes have been affected by Government legislation and the general downturn following the banking crisis.

What could they have done better?

I expected 100% attention to detail, preparation of management accounts, submission of all tax information and auditing, I received 110% because they look outside the box highlighting other areas within the business where other professionals have made errors.

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August, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Split of original partnership and new partnership formed. It was decided to look for a new accountant.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Raymond helped us set up our accounting system and payroll.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

We continue to progress satisfactorily.

What could they have done better?

I don't think there is anything Raymond could have done better. He has always been available to help and answer any questions promptly.

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August, 2015

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Based in Angus

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Starting a new company.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

He advised us from the start and kept a keen interest in the company. He also explained things in a clear way that could be easily understood.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes we have been very happy with the continued service.

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August, 2015

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Based in Argyll

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Historical relationship.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

All matters financial.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

What could they have done better?

Cannot think of anything that needs improvement

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August, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Business Startup advice and Payroll services.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Raymond Advised the best type of bookkeeping software for financial staff, and provided training for this. Raymond explained the situation for taxation etc, and has advised on an ongoing basis, as the needs of the Company have changed. Raymond provides advice on property purchase, and tax efficiency both at Corporate and Personal level. Raymond is approachable, friendly, deals with things in a straightforward and easy to understand way, and is easy to get hold of!.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Outcome is satisfactory.

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August, 2015

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Based in Dorset

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I started up my own business and became self employed.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Raymond was with me from the set up of my business and provided professional and invaluable knowledge to guide me through the set up.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Now in my second business which is also very successful.

What could they have done better?

I don't believe he could do better, he is a absolute professional.

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August, 2015

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Based in Fife

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Started up a new business.

How has Raymond Hutt helped you?

Helped with every aspect of business finance.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Successful business, with a great accountant.

What could they have done better?

Satisfied with service in every way.