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Business bookkeeping services keep sales, purchases, bank movements and VAT recorded accurately through the year, so tax returns are quick and the figures are usable. We work in Xero and QuickBooks with bank feeds and receipt capture.
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Business bookkeeping services
Business bookkeeping services for UK companies and sole traders: bank reconciliation, VAT ready records, cloud software and monthly reporting.
Short answer
Business bookkeeping services keep sales, purchases, bank movements and VAT recorded accurately through the year, so tax returns are quick and the figures are usable. We work in Xero and QuickBooks with bank feeds and receipt capture.
Written and reviewed by Waqas Sagar Member of ICAEW, Fellow of ACCA, Fellow of AAT, a double graduate and entrepreneur at heart, helping startups grow and serving thousands of businesses nationwide with an excellent team. Published by LimitedCompany.Accountants, 12 London Road, Morden, London SM4 5BQ. Reviewed 12 September 2026 against 2026/27 UK rates and current Companies House and HMRC guidance.
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Business bookkeeping services keep sales, purchases, bank movements and VAT recorded accurately through the year, so tax returns are quick and the figures are usable. We work in Xero and QuickBooks with bank feeds and receipt capture.
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What good bookkeeping produces
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Frequency that matches the business
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Common errors we correct
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Bookkeeping for sole traders and small companies
What good bookkeeping produces
Reconciled bank and card accounts, a reliable list of who owes you and who you owe, correctly treated VAT, and a profit figure that means something. Without reconciliation, a bank balance is not a profit measure and a busy month can hide a loss.
Frequency that matches the business
Monthly works for VAT registered or employing businesses and anyone watching cash. Quarterly can be enough for a simple company below the VAT threshold. We agree the frequency in the scope so cost stays predictable.
Common errors we correct
Posting net platform payouts instead of gross sales and fees, missing supplier bills, treating personal spending as business cost, and reclaiming VAT without a valid invoice. Each of these distorts profit and can create a VAT problem later.
Bookkeeping for sole traders and small companies
Smaller businesses need the same discipline at lower volume. We set up a light-touch process, connect the bank feed and handle the review, so record keeping takes minutes rather than weekends.
Before you act
Rates, thresholds and deadlines quoted here reflect the current UK position and current HMRC and Companies House guidance. Check GOV.UK, or ask us, before relying on them for your own business.
Local help
Talk to a limited company accountant near you
We work with company directors across London and Surrey from our office at 12 London Road, Morden, London SM4 5BQ. Pick your area, or send the form below and we will call you back.
Frequently asked
Business bookkeeping services: questions directors ask
What do bookkeeping services include?
Recording sales and purchases, reconciling bank and card accounts, managing supplier and customer balances, preparing VAT ready records and producing basic reports.
How much does small business bookkeeping cost?
It depends on transaction volume and frequency. It is included in our higher packages and can be added to any package.
Do you work with Xero?
Yes, we are a Xero partner, and we also support QuickBooks and other mainstream software.
Can you catch up a year of missing bookkeeping?
Yes. Catch-up work is quoted separately after we see the volume and the state of the records.
Do I still need an accountant if you do the bookkeeping?
Bookkeeping and the year-end filings normally come from us together, which avoids duplicated work and handover errors.
Can you take over from my current accountant?
Yes. We request professional clearance, collect the accounting and tax records, review every approaching deadline and manage the handover so no filing is missed.
Can everything be handled online?
Yes. Records, questions, approvals and meetings can all be handled securely online. Clients near London can also meet us at 12 London Road, Morden by appointment.
Do you only work with London businesses?
No. We act for businesses across the UK online, and work locally with owners in London, Morden, Croydon, Sutton, Wimbledon, Mitcham and Surrey.
Is basic tax advice included?
Routine day-to-day questions are included. Technical calculations, written advice, planning projects, HMRC disputes and specialist claims are scoped and agreed before any work starts.
How quickly can I get a fixed fee quote?
Use the short online quote form with your turnover, VAT, payroll and bookkeeping position. We can normally confirm scope and a fixed monthly fee the same working day.
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What Our Clients Say
“Accotax have been our accountants for many years now. We maintained them because of their professionalism. In the last couple of years I have been working with Imran, who has been very professional and helpful in guiding us through the whole process, explaining and clarifying every aspect of it. Very prompt in responding to questions and patient with us even when we seem to be slow.”
“We worked with a few different accountants before finally settling with Accotax, and we're really glad we did. They take the time to understand how our business works and what our needs are. Anum, who looks after our account on a day-to-day basis, including reconciling invoices and preparing the annual accounts, is amazing, professional, efficient, and follows the processes we have put in place together. Accotax has made our accounting experience much smoother and easier. We see them as a long-term partner as our business continues to grow. I would 100% recommend them.”
“I've been working with Accotax since January 2024, and their support has grown alongside my business needs. My personal allocated manager, Umer, provides tailored services for both of my companies, adapting as I expand and ensuring everything runs smoothly. They are responsive, knowledgeable, and always clear in their communication. Their help with accounts, VAT, payrolls, pensions and compliance gives me real confidence and peace of mind.”
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