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Small business accountant costs in the UK usually run from under £100 a month for a simple company to several hundred where VAT, payroll and bookkeeping are included. Our published packages are £89, £169 and £289 plus VAT monthly.
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Small business accountant cost
What a small business accountant costs in the UK, what changes the price, and our published fixed fees from £89 plus VAT per month.
Short answer
Small business accountant costs in the UK usually run from under £100 a month for a simple company to several hundred where VAT, payroll and bookkeeping are included. Our published packages are £89, £169 and £289 plus VAT monthly.
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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Small business accountant costs in the UK usually run from under £100 a month for a simple company to several hundred where VAT, payroll and bookkeeping are included. Our published packages are £89, £169 and £289 plus VAT monthly.
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What drives the price
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Our published packages
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What is charged separately
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Cheap is not always cheaper
What drives the price
Legal structure, turnover, transaction volume, whether you are VAT registered, payroll headcount, how much bookkeeping we do rather than you, reporting frequency, and the state of the records when we take over. Clean records genuinely cost less.
Our published packages
The entry package suits a straightforward limited company with light transaction volume. The middle tier adds VAT and payroll. The top tier suits busier businesses needing bookkeeping and more frequent reporting. Every quote confirms exactly what is inside before you commit.
What is charged separately
Technical written advice, tax planning projects, HMRC enquiries, specialist claims such as research and development, catch-up work on historic years and company restructures are quoted individually so ordinary monthly fees stay predictable.
Cheap is not always cheaper
A very low headline fee often excludes bookkeeping, VAT, payroll or the director's tax return, and charges for phone calls. Compare inclusions and exclusions rather than the monthly figure alone.
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.
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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.
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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.”
Frequently asked
Small business accountant cost: questions directors ask
How much does an accountant cost for a small business?
Typically £89 to £289 plus VAT monthly in our published packages, depending on VAT, payroll, bookkeeping and volume.
Is it cheaper to pay annually?
The scope determines the fee. Annual payment is possible, and we will tell you if a yearly-only service fits you better.
Are there setup charges?
No standard setup fee. Catch-up work on overdue years is quoted separately.
Will the fee rise?
Only if the scope changes or the business grows materially, and we discuss it before it takes effect.
Can I get a quote without a meeting?
Yes, through the online quote form.
What do your packages cost?
Published packages start from £89 plus VAT monthly, with £169 and £289 plus VAT tiers for busier businesses. The final fee follows the agreed scope, not an hourly estimate.
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.
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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Organised, explained, on schedule.
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