Small business accounting

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AAT QUALIFIED ACCOUNTANT

Small Business Accounting Done Right

I handle your accounts, tax returns and bookkeeping personally so every deadline is met and nothing gets missed.

Fixed fees, same-day responses and direct access to a qualified accountant throughout the year.

★★★★★Google Review

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

Sally Radford · verified client
Small business accounting service provided by Luke Jackson FMAAT at Anchor Accounts and Books
7+ years of practice experience
AAT Level 4 qualified (FMAAT)
100% personally handled by Luke
Same-day responses, always
QuickBooks ProAdvisor and FreeAgent Partner

Are your small business accounts in good shape?

Answer five quick questions and get a clear next step based on where your business actually is.

WHAT I DO

What I handle on your behalf

From day-to-day bookkeeping to year-end accounts and tax returns, I take care of the numbers so you can focus on the business.

01

Accounts and Tax Returns

I prepare your annual accounts and file your tax return accurately and on time, whether you are a sole trader or run a limited company. I work through your figures personally and flag anything that could save you money before we submit. You get a clear summary of what you owe and why, in plain English.

Sole traders and limited companies
02

Bookkeeping

I keep your records clean and current on a monthly or quarterly basis so your accounts are never a last-minute scramble. I work in QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Xero and Sage depending on what suits you. Tidy books also mean your tax position is accurate throughout the year, not just at year-end.

Monthly and quarterly options
03

Tax Planning

I look at your numbers throughout the year and identify legal ways to reduce your tax bill before the deadline arrives. This covers allowable expenses, profit extraction for limited company directors and timing decisions that can make a real difference. Planning ahead costs far less than correcting problems after the fact.

Year-round, not just at year-end
WHY IT WORKS

Why clients come back every year

Three things that make a genuine difference when you need an accountant you can actually rely on.

You always speak to me directly

There are no junior staff, no handoffs and no account managers between you and the person doing your accounts. When you have a question, you reach me. That means faster answers and fewer misunderstandings about your business.

Fixed fees with no surprises

I agree a clear fixed fee before we start, so you always know what you are paying and why. There are no hourly rates that balloon at year-end and no charges for a quick question. Predictable costs make it easier to plan.

Same-day responses as standard

If something comes up, you do not have to wait days to hear back. I respond the same day so you can move forward quickly. That matters most when a deadline is close or a client is waiting on figures.

FROM CLIENTS I WORK WITH

What clients say

★★★★★

“Luke took over my accounts when I went limited and made the whole thing straightforward. He explained exactly what I needed to do and filed everything on time. I know my numbers now, which I cannot say I did before.”

T.B.
Limited Company Director, IT Contractor
★★★★★

“I had been putting off sorting my books for two years. Luke went through everything without making me feel bad about it, got it all in order and set up a system that actually makes sense for how I work.”

S.P.
Freelance Graphic Designer
★★★★★

“Fixed fees and same-day replies are not just things on a website for Luke. Both have been true every time. It is a relief to have an accountant I can ring without worrying what it will cost me.”

M.H.
Sole Trader, Building Contractor
GETTING STARTED

How it works

Getting your accounts in order is straightforward and you do not need to have everything perfect before we speak.

01

Book a free call

We have a no-obligation call where you tell me about your business, what you need and where you are currently with your accounts. There is no paperwork at this stage and no pressure.

02

I review your position

Once I understand your situation I give you an honest picture of what needs doing, in what order and what it will cost. I work remotely so this fits around your schedule, wherever you are in the UK.

03

We agree a fixed fee

I confirm a clear fixed price before any work starts. You know exactly what is included so there are no surprises when the invoice arrives.

04

I handle everything from there

I take over your bookkeeping, accounts and filings personally. You get updates when things are done and a direct line to me whenever you have a question throughout the year.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Common questions

Software like QuickBooks or FreeAgent is a useful tool but it does not file your returns for you, check your figures or tell you when you are paying too much tax. An accountant uses the software and applies judgement on top of it. For most small businesses, the cost of getting things wrong outweighs the cost of getting proper help.
At a minimum it covers keeping accurate records, preparing annual accounts and filing the right tax returns with HMRC on time. Depending on your structure it may also include VAT returns, payroll, Corporation Tax and ongoing bookkeeping. I handle all of those personally for clients across the UK.
It depends on the size and complexity of your business, but I work on fixed fees agreed upfront so you always know what you are paying before any work starts. The quickest way to get a clear figure is to book a free call where I can ask a few questions and give you a straight answer.
It is rarely too late and you would not be the first person to come to me with a box of receipts and a rough spreadsheet. I can work back through what you have, identify what is missing and get your records into a state HMRC would be happy with. The sooner you act the more straightforward it tends to be.