Switch Accountants Service
Ready to move on from your current accountant, without the hassle.
Most business owners stay with an accountant longer than they should because switching feels complicated. It is not. We contact your previous firm, collect what we need, and get your affairs in order before we file anything. Fixed quote, qualified accountants, and you will hear back the same day.
- Your previous accountant contacted on your behalf, professionally
- Outstanding books and filings reviewed and brought up to date
- A clear handover plan before any work begins
- Your compliance back on track from the first filing onwards
No long-term contract. If it is not working after three months, you leave with clean books and nothing owed.
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What our clients say
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Switched Accountants, Never Looked Back
“I switched from another accountant about a year ago and haven’t looked back since.”
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Made Filing Accounts Genuinely Easy
“Prads and the team made filing our accounts so easy. They were patient, knowledgeable, responsive and good to work with.”
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Finally Feels Supported and Informed
“For the first time I feel well supported and informed over my self assessment returns and tax advice in general.”
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Everything Done Quickly and Properly
“Everything was done quickly and properly, with no stress at all.”
Sound familiar?
You know you need a better accountant. Switching feels like a headache.
Most business owners who are unhappy with their accountant put off moving because they are not sure what the handover involves. Who contacts the old firm? Who chases outstanding records? What if the books are behind? These are all manageable questions, and none of them need to fall on you.
- Emails to your accountant going unanswered for days or weeks
- Not entirely sure if your filings are up to date or not
- No idea how to formally change accountants without causing disruption
What a clean handover looks like
We take on the whole process. You sign a letter of authority, we request your records, review what has been done, and pick up from there. Most clients are set up and filing with us within a few weeks.
- Questions answered promptly, with a named point of contact from day one
- Your filing status reviewed so nothing is overdue or missed
- We contact your previous accountant and manage the handover professionally
- A fixed quote agreed before any work starts, with no unexpected extras
What clients say after making the switch
Business owners who have moved their accounts to Wings describe the same thing: the process was easier than they expected, and the difference was noticeable quickly.
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. Their expertise, efficiency, and positive ‘can-do’ attitude make them stand out, and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone seeking a new accountant.
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.
What the switch service covers
From the initial handover request through to your first filing with us, the process is managed end to end so you do not have to coordinate between firms.
Professional Handover Management
We write to your previous accountant on your behalf, using a letter of authority, to request all records, working papers, and access credentials. You do not need to manage that conversation yourself. Most outgoing firms respond within a few days once contacted formally.
Included as standardBooks and Filings Reviewed
Once your records arrive, we review what has been filed, what is outstanding, and whether anything needs correcting before we move forward. If there is catch-up work to do, we will tell you clearly what is involved and what it will cost. No surprises.
Included as standardOngoing Compliance from Day One
After the handover, we take on your bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, year-end accounts, corporation tax, or self assessment, whichever applies to your business. Everything runs on a fixed schedule so deadlines are managed in advance, not at the last minute.
Quote-basedClients across the UK, same experience
From sole traders to established limited companies, the feedback is consistent: responsive, clear, and reliable from the first contact onwards.
Accounts Done in Weeks, Zero Hassle
“Wings Online Filings are such a great find! I dealt with Prads, who has been nothing short of helpful in helping me wind up my business and accounts. Prads made everything super simple and has just finished the whole process end to end in a matter of weeks. Would highly recommend.”
Accounts Put Together Very Quickly
“Prads was very professional and efficient with good communication. My accounts were put together very quickly, a huge weight off my mind. Definitely recommend their services.”
Above and Beyond, Genuinely Flexible
“Prads at Wings online filings went above and beyond to help us out in a timely and professional manner, flexible online meetings, extra work to fix my mistakes. Would recommend 100%”
What makes the switch straightforward with us
Three things that matter when you are changing accountants: the handover is handled properly, the pricing is clear, and the communication does not drop off after you sign up.
We Handle the Outgoing Firm
Contacting a previous accountant can feel awkward, particularly if the relationship has not been good. We manage that communication professionally, request everything we need, and follow up if records are delayed. You are kept informed throughout, but you do not have to do any of the chasing.
Plain English from the First Call
We explain what the handover involves, what will be checked, and what happens if anything is outstanding. No jargon, no vague reassurances. If the books need catch-up work, we tell you exactly what that means and quote for it separately before starting.
Regulated and Properly Covered
Wings Online Filings is an Authorised Corporate Service Provider registered with Companies House and supervised by HMRC for anti-money laundering purposes. We hold professional indemnity insurance and work to a consistent standard across every client, whether they are a sole trader or an established limited company.
Up and running in four steps
Most clients complete the switch within two to three weeks. The steps below show what happens and, more importantly, what you do not need to do yourself.
Tell Us What You Need
Get in touch by phone, email, or through the quote form on this page. Tell us who your current accountant is, what services you need, and roughly what state your books are in. We will come back to you the same day with an initial view and a fixed quote.
Sign the Letter of Authority
You sign a short letter authorising us to contact your previous accountant and request your records. That is the majority of your involvement in the handover. We handle the correspondence from there.
We Collect and Review Everything
We request your accounts, tax returns, bookkeeping files, and any outstanding correspondence from the outgoing firm. Once received, we review what is in order and flag anything that needs attention before we begin filing on your behalf.
Your Accounts Are in Hand
From this point, your filings are managed on a clear schedule. Deadlines are monitored in advance, you receive updates in plain English, and there is a named contact to reach when you have a question. Which is, frankly, the way it should have been before.
“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!”
A few things people ask before switching
Do I need to tell my current accountant myself that I am leaving?
No. Once you sign a letter of authority, we contact your previous firm on your behalf. We request your records, any outstanding correspondence, and any software access that needs transferring. The conversation is handled professionally, and we follow up if things are not returned promptly.
How is the switch service priced?
The handover management itself is included when you take on an ongoing service with us. If your books require catch-up work before we can file, we will quote for that separately and clearly before starting. Ongoing services such as bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, and year-end accounts are priced individually based on your business. You will have a fixed quote before anything begins.
What if my books are behind or in a bit of a state?
It is one of the more common situations we come into. We review what exists, identify what is missing, and quote for any catch-up work required. You will know the cost upfront and can decide how to proceed. There is no judgment about how things were managed before, and the priority is simply getting things accurate and current.
Is there a minimum contract or lock-in period?
No. There is no minimum contract. If you decide after a few months that it is not the right fit, you are free to leave. Your records and files are yours, and we will provide them to your next accountant in the same way we requested them from your previous one.
How long does the switch typically take?
Most handovers complete within two to three weeks, depending on how quickly the outgoing firm responds. Once we have your records, we can normally begin filing or taking over ongoing work within a few days. We will give you a realistic timeline after the initial conversation.
Will I fall behind on any deadlines during the switch?
We check your filing obligations and upcoming deadlines as part of the initial review, so nothing is missed during the transition. If a deadline is close, we will flag it immediately and prioritise accordingly. Staying compliant during a switch is straightforward when the process is managed in advance.
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