Your success is our business
We identify your financial issues and our team of highly trained Financial Planners and Accountants in Dorset will provide you with bespoke solutions. Your financial plans could start our conversation…let’s talk.
Accountancy Services Dorset
Ward Goodman is an established accountancy firm based in Dorset, supporting clients locally and across the UK. Our experienced Financial Planners and Accountants work with you to identify financial challenges and provide clear, tailored solutions. Start your conversation with us today.
Our Services
Financial services that our experienced team of experts provide to individuals and businesses in Dorset and UK-wide.
Valuations
Understand the true worth of your business with clear, independent valuations. Ward Goodman provides accurate insights to support growth, succession, or sale decisions.
Business Advisory
From strategic planning to cash flow management, our advisers help businesses across the UK make confident, informed decisions at every stage of growth.
Tax Services
Navigate complex tax rules with confidence. Our experts manage compliance, planning, and efficiency – ensuring your business stays fully optimised and HMRC-ready.
Xero Services
We make cloud accounting simple. As Xero specialists, we set up, train, and support your team so you can manage finances efficiently and in real time.
Payroll Services
Accurate, compliant payroll support – from PAYE setup to RTI reporting and pensions – to free you from admin and focus on your business.
Accountancy Services
Remuneration Planning
Designing strategic reward packages that align incentives, retain talent and drive tax-efficient outcomes.
Statutory Accounts
We prepare compliant, audit-ready financial statements for all company sizes – from small firms to AIM listings and subsidiaries.
Business Protection
Protect your business against potential financial risk with tailored advice on key person cover, shareholder protection, and succession planning to safeguard long-term stability.
Employee Benefits
Design competitive employee benefit packages that attract and retain talent, support wellbeing, and align with your business goals while remaining tax-efficient and compliant.
Part-Time FD Services
Access experienced financial director support without the full-time cost, helping you improve cash flow, strategic planning, and financial decision-making.
About Ward Goodman
Ward Goodman is a leading firm of Financial Planners, Wealth Managers, Accountants, and Tax Advisers in the South of England, offering integrated and holistic services to help clients achieve their financial goals. With offices in Ferndown and Shaftesbury, we proudly support large and small businesses as well as individuals across Dorset with expert financial and accountancy solutions.
PIONEERS OF THIS APPROACH, FIRST IN MARKET.
Whats New
Find our latest updates and recomended resources
ward goodman onboarding process.
Ward Goodman has a simple but effective onboarding process making this hassle free for you.
STEP 1
Referral from client, introducer or from website
STEP 2
Initial meeting is arranged at one of our offices and this is without cost or obligation
STEP 3
Meeting held to find as much information as possible and quote sent to client, which contains engagement terms.
STEP 4
Client accepts terms and billing and services automatically set up. Client details put on to our software.
STEP 1
Referral from client, introducer or from website
STEP 2
Initial meeting is arranged at one of our offices and this is without cost or obligation
STEP 3
Meeting held to find as much information as possible and quote sent to client, which contains engagement terms.
STEP 4
Client accepts terms and billing and services automatically set up. Client details put on to our software.
Keep up to date with all things Ward Goodman
Take a look at our latest company news, blog posts and our activity in the local community.
Ward Goodman, a trusted team of accountants in Dorset, has expanded our range of resources to offer an even broader selection of premium tools. Our latest collection provides reliable and relevant information, ensuring users have access to high-quality resources to support their needs.
Why Work With Our Accountancy Firm?
Tailored services to suit client goals
Regular communication with clients taking their businesses forward
Services tailored to maximise profit and minimise tax for clients.
Ward Goodman offers the benefit of fully integrated advice provided by one trusted source
Hear What Our Clients Have To Say
Ward Goodman is committed to delivering exceptional service, consistently exceeding expectations to support and satisfy our clients.
There’s no better compliment than a relationship that has stood the test of time.
We were delighted to receive this wonderful review from a client who has been part of the Ward Goodman family for many years.
“I have had the good fortune to have had a relationship with Ward Goodman in various capacities and with various employees since 1998. I am still with them and this is testimony to their unfailing courtesy, support, good humour and sound advice. I am lucky during this 40 year period to have worked with a delightful group of employees. I look forward to continuing that relationship until the grim reaper appears!”
Thank you for your continued trust and kind words – they mean a lot to the whole Ward Goodman team!
We wish to thank all who were involved in doing our tax return this time. Once again, you got us a refund on one of our accounts, and once again, we are very grateful and appreciative of your exploits. Off to the bank with the cheque – Yippie!
Davina does a great job and has done for the many years that she has worked on our account
Stay Connected with Ward Goodman on LinkedIn
Discover the latest updates, insights, and success stories from our professional community. Follow us on LinkedIn to stay informed about our services, events, and industry news.
