Welcome to Merlin

Are you looking to improve the numbers that matter to your business? We can help.

We are an independent accountants based in central Exeter. Our best clients are people like you – owners of small-and medium-sized businesses with goals in mind. While we can do your accounts and tax, we offer more than that.

Our approach gives you better ways of managing the numbers you care about, helping you make better decisions. That might lead to more sales or profits. But it might also mean getting your working hours down, or planning for early retirement.

Giles and Karen

Packages

The best option for ambitious business owners. Includes comprehensive support and advice to help you grow profits quickly and minimise tax.
Growth
For those who don’t need the full package – but want more than just a set of accounts. Includes business and tax planning advice.
Potential
All the basics. Perfect if you’re on a tight budget. Still includes unlimited ad hoc advice, and free extra reports to help improve your numbers.
Essentials

Stories, advice and inspiration

PintUncategorized
October 2, 2025

When to ignore the bloke down the pub

Last month, Angela Rayner resigned her plumb job as deputy prime minister. She’ll also need to make good on the £40,000 she underpaid in stamp duty on a £800,000 flat. It looks like she got the wrong tax advice, or didn’t follow it properly. That’s…
Andrew Gwynne
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PacioliUncategorized
July 6, 2025

The revolution you never think about 

In recent blogs, we’ve looked at accountancy software and the impact of AI. But there’s one tech revolution that’s behind everything we do at Merlin. You may know its name, but would struggle to explain it to a stranger. You probably have no idea it’s…
Andrew Gwynne
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“Merlin Accountancy is a breath of fresh air. My business switched to them in 2018 and we have no regrets. The service we receive is a fixed price package and spread over monthly payments, so we always know the costs.”

Wayne ToozeBlaze Concepts Ltd

“I have found Karen and Giles to be friendly, accessible and totally unflappable! Quick to respond to queries and happy to provide advice when needed. I’d recommend their services to others without hesitation.”

Cara StobartThe Devon Association of Local Councils Ltd

“As I’m writing this, Giles has just called and said that he has sorted out another problem for me. Merlin Accountancy are just exceptionally great professional people; patient, honest, reliable, and always ready to help.”

Simon WilkinsQuayclick Marketing Ltd