About the firm
About Orchard Ledger
A local firm with a personal touch.
We're a Maidstone-based chartered accountancy practice built around one idea: small businesses deserve clear, proactive accounting from people who genuinely care.
How we began
Our story
Orchard Ledger started with a simple observation: too many small business owners were drowning in tax complexity and spreadsheet confusion. Our founder, Sarah Orchard, wanted to change that.
A human approach
We founded the firm to make accounting approachable, not intimidating.
Rooted in Kent
The name nods to the Kent countryside — a reminder that we're local, grounded, and part of this community.
Built for small business
Every process we've designed is for trades, shops, and limited companies — not corporate giants.
The people behind the practice
Meet the team
A small, experienced team that knows your business by name.
Sarah Orchard – Founder & Chartered Accountant
Sarah founded Orchard Ledger to make accounting approachable for small businesses. She leads the team with a hands-on, client-first approach.
James Whitfield – Senior Accountant
James specialises in payroll and pension schemes, ensuring your team gets paid on time, every time.
Priya Patel – Tax Advisor
Priya keeps clients ahead of HMRC changes, with a focus on Making Tax Digital and VAT compliance.
Our principles
What we stand for
Three values guide everything we do.
Clarity
We explain everything in plain English, so you always understand your numbers.
Proactivity
We stay ahead of deadlines and tax changes, so you never get caught out.
Partnership
We treat your business like our own – your success is our success.
Visit us
Get to know us in person
Pop into our Maidstone office or book a call – we'd love to meet you.
We're based at 12 High Street, Maidstone, and we're always happy to chat over a coffee.
Our office
12 High Street, Maidstone, Kent ME14 1EX