We help at every stage — from registering the company and advising on structure through to ongoing compliance once you are trading. If you have not yet started, that is a sensible point at which to get accounting advice. Getting the structure right before the first invoice is easier than correcting it afterwards.

We work on a fixed monthly fee agreed upfront, so there are no unexpected invoices when you ask a question or need a document prepared. The fee covers your core compliance obligations — bookkeeping, year-end accounts, corporation tax or self assessment — and we discuss exactly what is included before you commit. Contact us for a quote specific to your business.

This is the most common situation new clients arrive in. Bookkeeping that has not been kept current, receipts in a drawer, bank accounts not reconciled — none of it is unusual. We work through the catch-up, explain the cost of doing so upfront, and get everything to a clean starting point before moving to the ongoing monthly service.

No. There is no lock-in. We ask for reasonable notice if you decide to leave, and we will ensure your records are handed over in good order so your next accountant can pick up without difficulty. The relationship works because it is useful, not because you are tied in.

It depends on your expected profit, how you want to draw income, and your risk appetite — there is no single right answer. We walk through the options in plain English during the initial conversation, covering the tax implications of each structure, so you can make a decision based on your actual circumstances rather than general advice from the internet.

The current VAT threshold means registration is mandatory once your taxable turnover exceeds a set annual figure. Your VAT position is monitored as part of our ongoing service — you will not cross the threshold without knowing it and having time to prepare. We also advise on whether voluntary early registration makes sense for your business.