Lynn Gibson

Review from verified client

April, 2019

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

Advice sought in relation to business reorganisation and individual consequences

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

Sound and in depth advice in finding a smooth and speedy solution to the issues raised

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes

What could they have done better?

Actually, I cannot see where improvement could come.

Lynn's reply

Thank you for your review. I am pleased we met your needs and expectations.

Review from verified client

January, 2019

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

Liquidation

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

Voluntary liquidation.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes

Review from verified client

August, 2018

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

I was closing my Limited Company as I was retiring.

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

She (and her colleague Philip Cake) handled the whole process of closing my solvent company in a very tax effective and efficient manner, keeping me aware of progress and handing all the queries as they came up.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, my business is now fully closed in the timescale and manner expected.

What could they have done better?

Nothing

Review from verified client

August, 2018

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

I wished to retire so needed to liquidate my personal services company.

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

Did everything necessary to carry out the liquidation.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Completely.

What could they have done better?

On one or two occasions there were assumptions I knew or understood more than I did but these were insignificant or quickly rectified.

Review from verified client

May, 2018

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

Insolvency advice.

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

Offered sound advice on the instigation of a CVA.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, better than expected.

What could they have done better?

Nothing. Obviously a well tested procedure utilising many years of experience.

Lynn's reply

I am so pleased we could help you at a very stressful time.

Review from verified client

February, 2018

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

Insolvency advice.

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

I’m extremely pleased to have found Gibson Hewitt and benefitted from their support through a challenging period of financial difficulties. My initial conversation with Lynn was a huge relief. She examined the options open to me and made it clear that there is a practical solution. Lynn was warm, approachable, positive and supportive.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

During the period of my IVA, I’ve had regular contact with Phil, who again has been excellent. Friendly, professional and proactive, Phil always answers questions quickly and clearly, offering positive suggestions and advice.

Review from verified client

February, 2018

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

We had a problem with a client who was not paying for the value of work undertaken putting us into a position where we could not pay creditors.

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

We had an initial meeting to discuss the position we had been put into. We were introduced to her team and an action plan was quickly put into place. A number of meetings were held where information was provided by us. The outset was to put an element into a CVA. This was set up in such a way as to allow us to trade from our other projects. The conditions were made very clear and we received the required amount of creditor support. Throughout the process Lynn and her team acted in a proactive and professional manner and always provided efficient and effective advice.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

The CVA has recently been satisfied and the flag has been removed from companies house.

What could they have done better?

He could not have performed any better.

Review from verified client

March, 2016

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

Bankruptcy.

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

Set up IVA and got bankruptcy annulled.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

Review from verified client

March, 2016

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

We were looking to do a Members Voluntary Liquidation of our companay.

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

Fully understood our needs, led us through a template which made described the various stages, led us through the process/ kept us informed and responded to any queries we had along the way.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

We are most of the way through the process now and reaching a good outcome.

What could they have done better?

A touch more communication, especially during the quieter spells - even if it's just "things are progressing, nothing specific to communicate at this time"

Review from verified client

March, 2016

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

For members voluntary liquidation.

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

Sorted everything.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

yes.

What could they have done better?

No

Review from verified client

March, 2016

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

We were looking to wind up the company due to semi-retirement and were told by HMRC that we needed to liquidate the company. Gibson Hewitt were recommended to assit us with this .

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

She didn't. her partner Robert Hewitt dealt with us.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Not yet as we are still waiting for HMRC to respond.

What could they have done better?

We don't think so

Review from verified client

January, 2016

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

My business was issued you with a winding up petition from HMRC, I was advised by my accountant to contact Gibson Hewitt with a view to liquidating my business.

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

I met with Lynn at her office in West Byfleet and explained what we do as a business and how/why we had found ourselves in this position with HMRC. Lynn was so helpful in explaining the options available to us and helping me understand that liquidation was not the only option.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

I have bee more than happy with the work and advise Lynn has been able to offer me. If it were not for Lynn's advise then I feel that the business would not have survived.

Review from verified client

August, 2015

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

Enormous pressure concerning debt management.

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

Gave me all the options with guidance on pros and cons.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

No moving forward with an IVA. Very happy with the outcome.

What could they have done better?

Nothing. Fast, efficient, thorough, non judgemental and human!

Review from verified client

August, 2015

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

I have worked with Lynn and Phil for many years in a number of distressed situations.

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

Lynn gave direct, straightforward advice that addressed all of the issues raised.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Lynn and Phil work tirelessly to achieve the best outcome for all involved.

Review from verified client

June, 2015

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

This was a recommendation from an accountant friend of mine who had in turn been recommended by his company. The liquidation of my company was smooth and painless and I was kept posted on its progress often.

What could they have done better?

I can't think of any aspect of their services I would change

Review from verified client

May, 2015

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

Dealt well with sensitive situation and made recommendations based upon a lot of detail.

What could they have done better?

Give more information regarding alternatives to the recommended solution.

Review from verified client

May, 2015

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

n/a

Review from verified client

May, 2015

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

A very friendly,understanding relationship from start to finish with advice given from the outset to help me with my situation. All avenues for resolving my situation were discussed from the begining and during the term,I was advised.

What could they have done better?

I was pleased with the "communication" during my "term",but what would have made it more pleasing and to an extent personal touch,would have been a " how are things going for you" type call every 6 months or so.......?

Review from verified client

May, 2015

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

During 2014 Gibson Hewitt Ltd handled the MVL of our company. From the first meeting, we found the team there to be friendly, informed, helpful and proactive. The MVL went through efficiently and smoothly, and I have no hesitation in recommending Gibson Hewitt for this kind of work.

Review from verified client

May, 2015

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

Very professional, helpful and efficient.

What could they have done better?

Nothing

Review from verified client

May, 2015

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

Excellent prompt service, I have been using Gibson Hewitt in one context or another for 25 years without a problem.

What could they have done better?

Nothing really, the service suits my personal circumstances and company.

Review from verified client

May, 2015

How has Lynn Gibson helped you?

I am very pleased with the service I receive from Gibson Hewitt. They provide me with timely and appropriate advice, alert me to things I have to do and comply with and always answer my queries quickly and effectively. I am pleased to thank them for the quality of their advice - the advice is always tailored to my needs and business, not one size fits all. The staff are committed to the company ethos and all strive to provide personalised, friendly and effective communication. Thank you