Monthly bookkeeping service

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AAT QUALIFIED BOOKKEEPER

Monthly bookkeeping that keeps your business on solid ground

I handle your books personally every month so your records are accurate, your accounts are reconciled and you always know where you stand.

Everything is done remotely, communicated in plain English, and covered by a fixed monthly fee with no long-term contract.

★★★★★Google Review

“Would 100% recommend, is always polite, professional and helpful! His knowledge has been a saving grace many times.”

Sally Radford · verified client
Luke Jackson FMAAT providing monthly bookkeeping service for small businesses across the UK
7+ years of practice experience
AAT Level 4 qualified (FMAAT)
5.0 star rating on Google
Same-day responses, every time
QuickBooks ProAdvisor and FreeAgent Partner

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WHAT I DO

What I handle on your behalf

Each month I take care of your records, reconciliations and cloud software so your books are always current and correct.

01

Monthly transaction categorisation and reconciliation

I categorise every transaction from your bank and credit card feeds, then reconcile your accounts so everything ties up correctly. You will always have an accurate picture of your income and outgoings. All work is done inside your cloud accounting software so you can view it any time.

Core monthly task
02

Cloud accounting setup and management

If you are not yet on cloud software, I can set you up on QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Xero or Sage and manage it for you going forward. I am a QuickBooks ProAdvisor and FreeAgent Partner, so the setup is done properly from day one. You get real-time visibility of your numbers without having to touch the software yourself.

Included as needed
03

VAT returns and Making Tax Digital compliance

If your business is VAT registered, I prepare and submit your VAT returns directly to HMRC through MTD-compliant software. Your returns are filed on time, every time, so you avoid the penalties that come with late or inaccurate submissions. HMRC penalties for VAT errors can reach up to 100 percent of lost revenue, so this is not an area to leave to chance.

VAT registered businesses
WHY IT WORKS

Why clients come back every month

Three reasons business owners choose a monthly bookkeeping service with Anchor over DIY or a generic firm.

You speak directly to the person doing your books

When you have a question, you get me. Not a junior, not a call handler, not a different face every time. I handle every client personally and respond the same day. That is not a policy, it is just how I work.

Fixed fees with no surprises

You know exactly what you pay each month before you start. There are no hourly rates, no hidden extras and no shock invoices at year end. If your needs change, we talk about it first.

Your records stay current, not just annual

Most bookkeeping disasters happen when work builds up for months on end. With a monthly service, your records are always up to date and you can see where your business stands at any point. That means fewer surprises at tax time and better decisions throughout the year.

FROM CLIENTS I WORK WITH

What clients say

★★★★★

“I was about six months behind when I came to Luke. He sorted the backlog without any fuss and now my books are current every month. I actually look at my numbers now, which I never did before.”

M.T.
Freelance Graphic Designer
★★★★★

“Luke set me up on QuickBooks and handles everything monthly. I send him my bank access and he does the rest. I had no idea it could be this straightforward.”

R.P.
Limited Company Director, Construction
★★★★★

“Having proper monthly books has made a real difference at year end. Everything is already in order and the accounts are filed quickly. Luke explains what the numbers mean without making me feel out of my depth.”

C.H.
Sole Trader, Professional Services
GETTING STARTED

How it works

Getting started is straightforward and I will walk you through each step at your pace.

01

Book a free call

We have a short, no-obligation conversation about your business, what software you use and what your books currently look like. There is no pressure and no jargon. I just want to understand where you are starting from.

02

Agree a fixed monthly fee

Based on the volume of transactions and the services you need, I give you a clear fixed price. You know exactly what you are paying before anything starts. There is no tie-in, so you are not locked into a long contract.

03

Set up access and get started

You give me read-only access to your bank feeds and cloud accounting software. If you are not set up on cloud software yet, I handle that too. From there I take care of the monthly work without you needing to chase or manage anything.

04

Monthly updates and year-round support

Each month your books are updated, reconciled and ready to view. If something comes up, you contact me directly and I respond the same day. At year end, your records are already in order so filing your accounts or tax return takes far less time.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Common questions

This is more common than you might think. Most clients come to me with some backlog to clear. I can work through the catch-up and bring everything current before moving into a regular monthly routine. We will talk through the scope and cost of that on your free call.
In most cases, no. Once I have read-only access to your bank feeds and cloud accounting software, I can pull through what I need. If there are specific receipts or documents I require, I will ask for them directly. The aim is to keep your workload as small as possible.
No. My monthly bookkeeping service runs on a fixed monthly fee with no long-term tie-in. If your circumstances change or the arrangement is not working for you, we can end it without penalty. I would rather earn your trust month by month than lock you in.
I work with QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Xero and Sage. I am a QuickBooks ProAdvisor and FreeAgent Partner, so both are set up and managed to a high standard. If you are not currently using any cloud software, I can recommend the right option for your business and handle the setup.