Accounting for Startups, done properly from day one
I help new businesses get their accounts, tax and compliance in order quickly, so HMRC is never a worry and you can focus on building something.
You deal with me directly every time, there are no junior handoffs, and every fee is fixed before we start.
“Would 100% recommend, is always polite, professional and helpful! His knowledge has been a saving grace many times.”
Is your startup accounting on solid ground?
Answer five quick questions and get a clear picture of what needs sorting and what can wait.
What I handle on your behalf
From setting up your accounts to filing your first tax return, I take the compliance weight off you so you can concentrate on running the business.
Accounts and Tax Returns
I prepare your annual accounts and file your tax return with HMRC, whether you are a sole trader or a limited company. Everything is explained in plain English before anything is submitted. You will always know what you owe and why, with no last-minute surprises.
Sole trader and limited companyCloud Accounting Setup and Management
I set you up on the right software from the start, whether that is QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Xero or Sage, and make sure your records are clean and current. Getting this right early saves a lot of pain later. I am a QuickBooks ProAdvisor and FreeAgent partner, so I can get you running on either at no extra cost.
QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Xero, SageTax Planning and VAT
I look at your numbers proactively so you pay the right amount of tax and no more. If you are approaching the VAT threshold or need to think about how your business structure affects what you keep, I will flag it before it becomes a problem. VAT registration, returns and Making Tax Digital submissions are all handled for you.
Tax planning and MTD compliantWhy clients stay year after year
Startups do not need a faceless firm. They need someone who picks up the phone and knows their numbers.
You always deal with me directly
I run Anchor Accounts and Books myself. There are no junior staff, no account managers, and no one else touching your books. When you have a question, you ask me and I reply. Most responses come the same day.
Fixed fees, agreed upfront
You know exactly what you are paying before we start. There are no hourly rates, no invoice surprises, and no charge every time you send me a question. That matters when you are watching your cash flow closely.
Plain English, no jargon
I explain what things mean in straightforward language. You do not need an accounting background to understand your own numbers. If something needs your attention, I will tell you clearly what it is and what we need to do about it.
How it works
Getting started is straightforward and takes less time than you think.
Book a free call
You book a no-pressure call through the contact page. There is no commitment and no sales script. It is a genuine conversation about where you are and what you need.
I review your situation
I ask about your business structure, where your records are currently and what is coming up. If there is anything urgent, I will flag it straight away. If things are messier than you would like, that is fine, I have seen it all before.
We agree a fixed fee
Once I understand what you need, I give you a clear, fixed price. No hourly rates and no vague estimates. You decide whether it works for you, with no pressure either way.
I handle everything from there
Once you are on board, I take care of your accounts, filings and any questions that come up throughout the year. You stay in control without having to think about HMRC deadlines.
Ready to get this sorted?
Pick the option that suits where you are right now.
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AAT qualified accountant based in Uttoxeter. Personal, one-to-one accounting for small businesses and sole traders across the UK.