Small business bookkeeping that keeps you on the right side of HMRC
I handle your bookkeeping personally every month so your records are accurate, your VAT is filed on time and you always know where your business stands financially.
Fixed monthly fee, same-day responses and no handoffs to junior staff – you deal with me directly from day one.
“Would 100% recommend, is always polite, professional and helpful! His knowledge has been a saving grace many times.”
Are your books actually in good shape?
Answer five quick questions and get a clear picture of where your bookkeeping stands right now.
What I handle on your behalf
From recording transactions to submitting VAT returns, I take the day-to-day bookkeeping work off your plate completely.
Monthly and quarterly bookkeeping
I categorise every transaction, reconcile your accounts and produce a clear monthly summary so you know exactly what came in and went out. No spreadsheet chaos, no backlog building up quietly in the background. You get accurate records kept on your behalf, every period.
Core bookkeeping serviceVAT returns and Making Tax Digital compliance
I prepare and submit your VAT returns directly to HMRC through MTD-compatible software, so you never miss a deadline or file a figure you are not sure about. From April 2026, MTD for Income Tax begins for those earning above 50,000 pounds – I make sure you are set up correctly before any deadline arrives. Everything is handled and confirmed with you in plain English.
MTD readyCloud accounting setup and management
I am a QuickBooks ProAdvisor and FreeAgent partner, and I work across Xero and Sage too. If you do not have software set up yet, I will choose the right one for your business and get it running properly. If you already have software but it is a mess, I will sort it out – not just hand you a login and wish you luck.
QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Xero, SageWhy clients come back every year
These are the things clients tell me actually matter when you are running a small business.
You always speak to me directly
There are no junior members of staff at Anchor Accounts and Books. When you send a message or pick up the phone, you get me – Luke – the person who actually knows your numbers. That is not something most firms can say, and it makes a real difference when you have a question that needs a straight answer quickly.
Fixed fees with no surprises
You know exactly what you are paying each month before we start. There are no hourly rates creeping up and no invoices arriving out of nowhere after a phone call. A fixed monthly fee means you can plan, and it means you will not hesitate to ask questions when something comes up.
Your books explained in plain English
I do not use jargon to sound impressive. If your profit and loss shows something you do not understand, I explain it clearly – because the point of having accurate books is that they actually help you make decisions. UK small businesses spend an average of 8,500 pounds per employee on compliance costs. Good bookkeeping from the start reduces that burden significantly.
How it works
Getting your bookkeeping sorted is a straightforward process – most clients are up and running within a week.
Book a free call
We start with a short, no-obligation call where you tell me about your business and I explain exactly what I would do for you. No sales pitch, no jargon. Just a plain conversation about what you need.
Share your current setup
You send me access to your existing records – whether that is a spreadsheet, a cloud account or a shoebox of receipts scanned to a folder. I will tell you honestly what state things are in and what needs doing first.
I take over and get things straight
I set up or clean up your bookkeeping software, categorise your transactions and bring your records up to date. If there is a backlog, I work through it. You do not need to do anything beyond providing the information I ask for.
Ongoing monthly bookkeeping and support
Each month I update your books, flag anything that needs your attention and answer any questions you have – usually the same day. Your VAT returns are prepared and submitted on time, and your records are always ready when you need them.
Ready to get this sorted?
Pick whichever option fits where you are right now – there is no pressure and no obligation.
Common questions
AAT qualified accountant based in Uttoxeter. Personal, one-to-one accounting for small businesses and sole traders across the UK.