FAQs: Your questions answered
How much do you charge?
We offer the choice of a fixed fee or time-based fees based on competitive rates.
Once we’ve worked out exactly what you need, we’ll provide you with a detailed fee proposal so you can get an idea of costs.
Can we have a face to face meeting before I decide to switch?
Of course. We’d rather meet up before taking you on! The best way to try us out is to take us up on our fixed fee accountancy review – Just fill in the form below to get started.
I’m a sole trader, is my business too small?
No, we work with individuals as well as companies with employees.
Our books are a mess…
We love a challenge! The first thing we’ll do is sort them out and give you a true picture of your financial situation. They won’t be a mess once we’re involved.
Do you help with forecasting and strategic direction?
Yes. In our opinion its an essential service that we offer. Check out our business development services.
Digital accounting has been a nightmare for us, what should we use?
We strongly recommend Xero and we can help you make the switch from other digital platforms, including Sage, Quickbooks, Clearbooks and Kashflow. It’s not mandatory, unless you want us to take care of payroll. Then it is.
Do you work with start-ups?
Yes.
I want to sell the business / buy a new business / get a loan. Can you help with those?
Yes. We partner with other business professionals who can give you just the advice you need. See our Partners page for more details.
Some of our fantastic clients, and what they say…
Client success stories
Easing the pain of legal financial investigations
For this retail client despite their best intentions, a financial claim had been filed against their company. Fortunately, they came to us and we were able to help them get a positive outcome.
The stress-free way to make tax digital
This bio-analytics company was doing well, with 12 employees and a good turnover. However the pressure of moving to a fully digital accounting platform was causing uncertainty, here’s how we helped them.
Reconciling capital accounts to give a clear financial picture
For this magazine publisher a series of equity raises, and fluctuating valuations had led to a few inconsistencies in their accounts, here’s how we reconciled them.
Enabling employee share options and investment applications
Our client produces software for the healthcare industry. They were at the point in their lifecycle where they needed to continue to grow and ensure they retained the best people in order to do so successfully.
Xero Migration Support Leading to Clearer Financial Picture
For this client in the construction business, an unsatisfactory accounting infrastructure with loose financial controls led to inconsistent and unexpected VAT liabilities.
Ensuring IT business stays on track through leadership change
For this IT supply and support company with 5 employees, the sudden change in their leadership team meant an uncertain strategic direction. Fortunately, they came to us for strategic-level help.
Staying on Course After Sudden Exit of Key Stakeholder
When this successful digital agency, with a healthy turnover and 12 employees, suddenly lost their founding shareholder, it really hit home.
Creating new revenue streams to survive economic uncertainty
No-one in business is immune to the wider economic landscape. And for this manufacturing company, a sudden downturn in orders was due to something out of their control – Brexit.
Improving financial picture for next stage growth
On the face of it, this event company looked like it was pretty successful. Turnover was at a healthy £3 million and there were 200 employees on the books. This company had big plans, but there was a problem.
