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Paddenburg and Co (Brighton Tax)

5.0(41 reviews)See reviews ↓·Brighton

About the company

Paddenburg & Co was established in 1979 and trades as Brighton Tax. The firm has provided personal and corporate tax services since 1979. It is a certified partner with Xero and with IRIS Accounting. Services include business startups, accountancy, taxation, bookkeeping and payroll, statutory, Making Tax Digital, and advisory tax.

It serves businesses across Brighton, the UK, and beyond. Team members include Nick, Peter and Charlotte. The firm has acted for Brighton Botanical Ltd since that company's formation in 2002, and for publishing business Dry Red Press for nearly 15 years.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Small limited companies and sole traders feature prominently among the clients whose feedback is summarised here, with several describing relationships that have lasted many years, in some cases spanning more than two decades. Nick and Peter are named repeatedly as knowledgeable and approachable, and their responsiveness to queries is a point that comes up often. Payroll support earns particular mention for anticipating what clients require, while Kamil is noted for discussing personal financial matters alongside business affairs.

The work described covers accountancy and tax, bookkeeping, company administration, payroll, and the submission of annual filings to Companies House, including assistance for newly formed businesses completing their first set of statutory documents. Speed and efficiency are recurring themes, as is patience when information is supplied in stages. Clients report feeling sufficiently reassured to concentrate on running their operations, trusting that compliance matters are handled correctly, and several have shared the firm's details with friends and business contacts. A further thread is the personable yet professional manner that keeps the accounting process straightforward, with support during significant corporate changes also singled out for praise.

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Sue Bentley16 June 2026

I contacted Peter asking for advice regarding Japanese tax rules. Even though it is not something they deal with, he could not have been more helpful. He has given me information regarding someone who may be able to assist me. I was very impressed with his manner and his willingness to help me even though I wouldn’t be engaging his Services. I would certainly consider contacting him if I had any accountancy issues relating to the UK.

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Ruby Kobayashi21 May 2026

Both Peter and Kamil from Paddenburg and Co (Brighton Tax) have been so responsive, friendly yet professional and helpful in answering all of our accounting questions, both via email and over the phone - would really recommend!

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liz edmonds19 March 2026

We have used Paddenburg's & Co since 1998 for both our business and personal accounts, and they have been absolutely essential to our success. Peter, Nick and Their team are knowledgeable, professional, and has provided us with consistent, top-tier service for over two decades. They always go above and beyond, always available and very patient with our requests & teaching us how to transition from manual booking to computerised system, offering proactive tax advice that has saved us significant time and money. If you want an excellent trustworthy and meticulous accountant, I highly recommend Paddenburg's & co liz Edmonds CG Trade Glazing Ltd

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Ovie Opone3 February 2026

I have employed Paddenburg and Co. since becoming self-employed and adopting the LTD company structure in 2019. Nick, Peter and the team have been an invaluable asset both in establishing my corporate framework and the subsequent support. They are approachable and friendly, and take a genuine interest in my wellbeing and success. Their professionalism is second to none and I cannot fault their services across the preparation and submission of my personal, company and VAT accounts. They are helpful by default and respond promptly to any requests for additional assistance or clarification on accounting issues. I have recommended them to associates and strangers alike.

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Michael Clark16 December 2025

We have only been working together for a few short months, but the speed and efficiency with which everything has been completed has been outstanding. They are extremely hard-working, professional, and proactive. As a new small business, they guided us through setting up and filing our first accounts with Companies House with absolute ease, while simultaneously ensuring all of our company administration was fully in order. They also took the time to educate us on key aspects of the process, which was incredibly valuable. I highly recommend the team!

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Dry Red Press11 December 2025

We have been with Paddenburg & Co for nearly 15 years, since the early days of our publishing business Dry Red Press, and we are extremely happy with their excellent service. Their team of knowledgeable and professional accountants have not only helped us with the usual accounting tasks, they have also supported us through significant changes within our company. Without them we would not have been brave enough to take some of the steps we have taken in terms of business structure and accounting systems. We have a great relationship with Nick, Peter, Charlotte and the team, who always go out of their way to help with any issue, big or small. We were very lucky to find such a solid, supportive accounting firm while we were learning how to run a business, as they have helped us grow year after year. It may sound surprising, but we always look forward to our accountant meetings, thanks to the friendly atmosphere along with the professional advice and service. Aside from our company accounts, they also manage our personal tax - and the businesses of a growing number of our friends and family! We highly recommend them to anyone looking for an honest, skilful accountant offering personal and friendly service.

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Andrew Fletcher4 December 2025

Highly recommended, top notch accountants and all around great people. I've been with Paddenburg and Co for well over a decade. They've handled my personal tax affairs, including returns and PAYE for a housekeeper, as well as business tax for multiple companies. Most recently of which they handled all of the accounting concerns when the company was acquired. Their work is always of the highest quality, delivered in a timely manner and priced appropriately.

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Contact
+441273685976www.brightontax.co.uk100 Church St, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1UJ
Working hours
Monday09:00–17:00
Tuesday09:00–17:00
Wednesday09:00–17:00
Thursday09:00–17:00
Friday09:00–16:30
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed