Startup Accounting Services
Get your startup’s accounts right from the beginning.
Starting a business generates a surprising amount of paperwork: company accounts, corporation tax, VAT thresholds, payroll obligations. Most founders are managing it all without a clear picture of what is actually required. We handle the compliance end to end so you can concentrate on building the business. Qualified accountants, ACSP-registered, transparent fixed fees.
- Your year-end accounts and CT600 filed on time, every year
- Your tax position understood well before any deadline arrives
- VAT obligations monitored so you are never caught out by the threshold
- Plain-English explanations of what your numbers actually mean
No long-term contract required. If it is not working after three months, you leave with clean books and nothing owed.
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Fixed fees on common filings. Same-day reply.
What our clients say
★★★★★
Made It Easy for a New Founder
“Working with Prad is an absolute lifesaver as someone just starting out in the business world.”
★★★★★
Accounts Done Quickly, Worry Gone
“My accounts were put together very quickly, a huge weight off my mind.”
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Professional, Responsive, and Reliable
“They were professional, responsive, and prompt throughout, and handled our company accounts and tax return smoothly.”
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Filing Went from Daunting to Done
“Prads and the team made filing our accounts so easy. They were patient, knowledgeable, responsive and good to work with.”
Sound familiar?
Not sure what your startup actually needs to file?
Most founders set up a limited company and then realise there are deadlines they did not know about. Confirmation statements, corporation tax returns, year-end accounts, VAT registration thresholds: these all have specific due dates and penalties attached. The information is out there, but working out exactly what applies to your company, and when, takes time that most early-stage businesses simply do not have.
- Deadlines creeping up because no one told you when they were
- Unsure whether you should be VAT-registered yet, or which scheme suits you
- Bookkeeping left to the end of the year because there was no system in place
What sorted looks like for a startup
Your compliance calendar is managed, your accounts are prepared accurately, and your numbers are explained in plain terms. You know what is due and when. There are no surprises waiting at year-end.
- All statutory deadlines tracked and filed before penalties become a possibility
- VAT threshold monitored and registration handled at the right time, with scheme advice included
- Monthly bookkeeping set up on cloud software so year-end is straightforward, not a scramble
- Fixed, transparent fees on core filings so the cost of compliance is never a surprise
What early-stage founders say about working with us
We work with businesses from their first filing onwards. These are two reviews from founders who came to us at the beginning and stayed.
Working with Prad is an absolute lifesaver as someone just starting out in the business world. Being new to everything, it can feel incredibly overwhelming, but Prad makes the whole process straightforward and stress-free. His knowledge of UK accounting and HM Revenue & Customs is second to none, and he always takes the time to explain things clearly rather than leaving me confused. Having someone I can fully trust to handle my filings means I can focus on actually growing my business rather than drowning in paperwork. If you’re a new business owner looking for a reliable, knowledgeable accountant, I couldn’t recommend Prad highly enough!
I was recently recommended this company by a friend. I’ve had the pleasure of meeting Prads in particular and have been very impressed with the depth of his knowledge and professionalism. What turned out to be initially a small one off audit appears to be evolving to a long-term relationship and I have great confidence in this company delivering services reliably and promptly.
Everything a startup needs to stay compliant
From your first year-end accounts to ongoing bookkeeping and VAT, we cover the full compliance picture for new and early-stage UK businesses.
Year-End Accounts and Corporation Tax
Your annual accounts and CT600 are prepared and filed with both HMRC and Companies House. We include a tax computation and review your position for any reliefs applicable to your company. Fixed fee of £250 for most limited companies in their first few years.
Fixed fee availableBookkeeping and Cloud Accounting Setup
We set up your books on Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent, or Sage and keep them current throughout the year. Clean, up-to-date records mean your year-end is straightforward and your numbers are always visible. Catch-up bookkeeping is also available if you have fallen behind.
Quote-basedVAT Registration, Returns, and MTD
We monitor your turnover against the VAT threshold and advise on registration timing and the most suitable VAT scheme for your business. Once registered, we handle your quarterly or monthly returns and ensure you are compliant with Making Tax Digital requirements. Quote-based pricing depending on volume and frequency.
Quote-basedHeard across a range of UK businesses
Our clients include sole traders, limited companies, contractors, and founders at various stages. These are three recent reviews covering different aspects of working with us.
Switched Accountants, Did Not Look Back
“Working with Wings Online Filings Ltd has been an absolute pleasure. They are highly communicative, supportive, and provide a responsive, cost-effective service that perfectly suits my small architecture practice. I switched from another accountant about a year ago and haven’t looked back since.”
Affordable, Clear, and Very Reliable
“Incredible service and really affordable support for small businesses. Super quick and clear communication, and very reliable. Really loved working with them, highly recommend!”
Efficient and Knowledgeable on Tax Advice
“Absolutely brilliant service. Prads is so efficient and knowledgeable. For the first time I feel well supported and informed over my self assessment returns and tax advice in general. Thank you!”
What makes working with us different
There are plenty of accountants. These are the specific reasons founders come to us and stay.
Your Deadlines Are Always Covered
New companies often miss their first filing deadlines simply because no one explained the obligations clearly. We track every deadline for your company and file ahead of time. You will receive a reminder well before anything is due, not an invoice after a penalty has landed.
Numbers Explained, Not Just Filed
Filing your accounts is one thing. Understanding what they mean for your business is another. We explain your numbers in plain terms so you know your tax position, your profit margins, and what decisions you can afford to make. No jargon, no guesswork on your part.
Qualified, Regulated, and Properly Covered
We are qualified accountants and an Authorised Corporate Service Provider registered with Companies House. The firm is AML-supervised by HMRC and covered by professional indemnity insurance. For a startup, working with a regulated practice means your filings carry the credibility they need from day one.
Up and running in four straightforward steps
Most clients are set up within a few days of first contact. Here is how it works in practice.
Tell Us About Your Business
Fill in the quote form or book a call. We ask about your company structure, what stage you are at, and which services you need. It takes around five minutes and there is no obligation.
Receive a Clear, Fixed Quote
We send a straightforward proposal with the scope of work and the fee. No hidden charges and no vague estimates. You know exactly what you are getting before you agree to anything.
We Set Up Your Accounts
Once you confirm, we set up your cloud accounting software, request access to any existing records, and take over from wherever you are currently. If your books are behind, we will catch them up as part of the setup.
Focus on the Business
From this point, your filings are handled, your books are current, and your tax position is visible. You will hear from us when something needs your attention, and you can ask questions whenever you need to. Which is, frankly, the way it should be.
“Professional, efficient, confidence that everything is taken care of.”
What founders usually ask before getting started
What accounting does a startup actually need to do in the first year?
Every UK limited company must file annual accounts with Companies House, a corporation tax return with HMRC, and a confirmation statement once a year. If your turnover crosses the VAT threshold (currently £90,000 in any rolling 12-month period), you also need to register and file VAT returns. Beyond the statutory obligations, keeping clean monthly bookkeeping from day one saves a significant amount of time and cost at year-end. We will go through exactly what applies to your company on the first call.
What does startup accounting cost and what is included?
For a limited company, year-end accounts and the corporation tax return are a fixed one-off fee of £250 per year. That covers the full P&L and balance sheet, the CT600 and tax computation, submission to both HMRC and Companies House, and a review of your tax position. Bookkeeping, VAT, and payroll are quoted separately based on your volume and requirements. You will receive a clear proposal before anything starts, so the cost is never unclear.
My books are in a bit of a state. Can you still help?
Yes, and this is fairly common. Most founders who come to us partway through their first year have records in some form of disarray, whether that is transactions uncategorised in a spreadsheet, a FreeAgent account that has not been touched in months, or simply nothing at all. We offer catch-up bookkeeping as a standalone service and will give you an honest quote for the work involved before starting. The starting point does not need to be tidy.
Is there a minimum contract or lock-in period?
No. There is no minimum term on our ongoing services. For fixed-fee one-off work such as year-end accounts, the engagement covers that filing and nothing beyond it. For monthly bookkeeping or VAT services, we ask for reasonable notice if you wish to stop, so handover is clean and your records are in good order. You will never owe money for work that has not been done.
Do you advise on the most tax-efficient way to pay myself as a founder?
Yes. The most common approach for a director-shareholder is a combination of a small salary and dividends, which can reduce the overall tax and National Insurance burden compared to taking a salary alone. The right split depends on your profit, any other income you have, and your personal allowance position. We review this as part of your annual accounts work and will explain the numbers in plain terms so you can make an informed decision.
We are planning to raise investment. Does that affect our accounting requirements?
It can, particularly if you are looking at SEIS or EIS investment, which require Advance Assurance from HMRC before shares are issued. Management accounts and clean, up-to-date bookkeeping also become more important once investors or lenders are involved, as they will typically want to see current financial information. We can advise on Advance Assurance applications and ensure your records are in the right shape to support a fundraise.
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Get your startup’s accounting sorted properly.
We handle the compliance, explain the numbers, and keep you on the right side of HMRC. Fixed fees on core filings, qualified accountants, and no long-term contract required.