Startup Accounting Services UK
Accounting built for startups, not against them.
Most founders spend their first year learning what they should have filed, and when. We handle the compliance from day one — company accounts, corporation tax, VAT, and payroll — so the surprises land on us, not you. Qualified accountants, ACSP-registered, fixed fees from £250.
- Your first-year accounts filed accurately and on time
- Corporation tax handled so you know the bill before it arrives
- VAT registration and returns managed as your revenue grows
- EIS and SEIS advice if you are raising from investors
No long-term contract. Get a quote today, and if we are not the right fit, you leave with nothing owed and your books in better shape than you found them.
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Fixed fees. Plain-English reply within one business day.
What our clients say
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No Stress, Done Quickly and Properly
“Everything was done quickly and properly, with no stress at all.”
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Helped Me Understand Business Finances
“Prads has been very helpful in giving accounting advice and helping me to understand business from an accounting perspective.”
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Accounts Ready, Weight Off My Mind
“My accounts were put together very quickly, a huge weight off my mind.”
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Patient, Specialist Advice on Company Matters
“Prads was extremely patient and supportive to meet the deadlines and offered specialised advice on company matters.”
Sound familiar?
Still figuring out what your startup actually needs to file?
Most founders set up a limited company and then discover — usually close to a deadline — that there are more obligations than they expected. Corporation tax, confirmation statements, VAT thresholds, payroll for the first hire. None of it is complicated in isolation, but it is easy to miss something when you are also trying to build a business.
- Not sure which filings are due or when they fall
- No clear picture of what the tax bill will look like this year
- Nervous about crossing the VAT threshold without noticing it
What on top of things looks like
You get a qualified accountant who already knows what a startup at your stage needs to file and when. Deadlines are tracked, obligations are handled, and you get a clear explanation of what is happening — not a stack of documents to sign.
- Every filing deadline tracked and met — no late penalties
- Corporation tax calculated well in advance so the bill is not a surprise
- VAT threshold monitored — you will not miss a registration obligation
- Fixed fees published upfront — company accounts and tax return from £250
What startup founders say about working with us
From first-time founders to funding-backed businesses, the feedback tends to cover the same ground: clear communication, things done on time, and considerably less to worry about.
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 highly recommend Prads and Wings Online Filings! They were professional, responsive, and prompt throughout, and handled our company accounts and tax return smoothly. Excellent service and genuinely reliable, exactly what you want in an accounting partner.
Everything a growing startup needs, covered
From your first year-end accounts to investor-ready financials, we handle the compliance and keep you informed at every stage.
Company Accounts and Corporation Tax
Your statutory accounts and CT600 prepared and filed with HMRC and Companies House — from £250 as a fixed one-off annual fee. Tax planning is included, so you are not paying more corporation tax than necessary. You know the number before the deadline, not after.
Fixed fee from £250Bookkeeping, VAT, and Payroll
Monthly bookkeeping keeps your records current using Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent, or Sage — whichever suits your setup. VAT returns are filed on time and your threshold is monitored as turnover grows. If you bring on staff, payroll and auto-enrolment are handled from the first payslip.
Quoted to your requirementsEIS, SEIS, and Investor Compliance
If you are raising from angel investors or through a funding round, SEIS and EIS Advance Assurance gives investors the tax relief they expect and gives your raise a cleaner story. We prepare and submit Advance Assurance applications and Compliance Statements directly with HMRC.
Quoted on applicationFounders across the UK, same outcome
Architects, consultants, tech companies, and early-stage startups — the common thread is compliance handled, numbers explained, and considerably less to think about.
Switched Accountants, Never Looked 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, Reliable Support for Small Businesses
“Incredible service and really affordable support for small businesses. Super quick and clear communication, and very reliable. Really loved working with them, highly recommend!”
Made Filing Accounts Easy From Start to Finish
“Prads and the team made filing our accounts so easy. They were patient, knowledgeable, responsive and good to work with. We would highly recommend them. Thanks Prads!”
Why startups choose us over a general accountant
The firm was built to support businesses from first filing to serious growth — not as an afterthought, but as the core offer.
The lowest price you will find
Company accounts and corporation tax from £250. Confirmation statements at £70. These are fixed, published prices — not estimates that grow after the first conversation. Show us a quote from a business with a lower price and we will match it. That is the commitment.
Built for startups from day one
We work with bootstrapped and funding-backed startups, including businesses valued at £3 million and above — some with founders featured in The Times and Entrepreneur. You will not need to explain how your company structure works or why you have two revenue streams before getting a useful answer.
Numbers explained, not just filed
Filing is the baseline. What founders actually value is knowing what the numbers mean — what the tax bill will be, whether they are approaching the VAT threshold, whether the EIS application needs to go in before the next funding round. Plain English, every time.
Up and running in four straightforward steps
Most clients are onboarded within a few days. The process is designed to require as little from you as possible at the start.
Tell us about your business
Complete the free quote form — it takes around two minutes. Tell us your company type, what stage you are at, and which services you need. No jargon, no forms that require a law degree.
Receive a fixed quote
You will receive a clear, itemised quote within one business day. Fixed fees are exactly that — the number you see is the number you pay. If your requirements are more variable, the quote explains how pricing works before you commit to anything.
We handle the transition
If you have an existing accountant, we manage the handover. If your books are behind or in some disarray, we sort that first. You do not need to prepare anything — send us what you have and we work from there.
Focus on the business
Deadlines are tracked, filings are submitted, and you receive clear updates at each stage. Your tax bill is visible well before it is due. Which is, frankly, the way it should be from the start.
“Prads and his team are the best. Very professional, easy to work with, and always on hand to answer any questions we have. Cannot recommend them enough!”
Things founders usually ask before getting started
Do you understand the accounting needs of early-stage startups, including EIS and SEIS?
Yes. We work with startups at pre-revenue, seed, and growth stages, including funding-backed businesses raising through EIS and SEIS. We prepare and submit Advance Assurance applications and Compliance Statements with HMRC directly. You will not need to explain what a SEIS1 form is before getting a useful answer — we already know.
What does startup accounting actually cost, and what is included?
Company accounts and corporation tax return is a fixed £250 one-off annual fee — that includes the P&L, balance sheet, CT600, submission to both HMRC and Companies House, and basic tax planning. Confirmation statements are £70. Bookkeeping, VAT, and payroll are quoted based on your volume and frequency. All prices are published, and there are no add-ons buried in the small print.
My books are a bit behind. Can you still take me on?
Catch-up bookkeeping is something we do regularly — most new clients arrive with records in some state of disarray, and that is not a problem. We assess what needs to be reconciled and quote for the catch-up work separately so you know the cost before we start. Once the books are current, ongoing work proceeds at the standard rate.
Is there a minimum contract or lock-in period?
No. For one-off fixed-fee services there is nothing to cancel. For ongoing services such as bookkeeping, VAT, and payroll, we work on a rolling monthly basis with no minimum term. If your circumstances change or the arrangement is not working, you leave with clean, up-to-date books and nothing further owed.
We have a co-founder. Do you handle director self assessment as well as the company return?
Yes. Director self assessment tax returns are a fixed £150 each, covering the SA100 and SA302, director’s salary and dividends, and any other income sources. Many startup clients take both a company return and one or two director returns together, which keeps everything consistent and filed on time.
How early should we be thinking about tax planning as a startup?
Earlier than most founders do. The structure decisions you make in the first year — how you pay yourself, whether you issue shares, whether EIS eligibility is preserved — have a material effect on the tax position later. We cover tax planning as part of the year-end engagement so it is not an afterthought when the bill arrives.
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