Your books handled personally, on time, every month Fixed price. No surprises.
Bookkeeper in Ipswich working directly with small business owners across Suffolk who need their numbers kept straight without the jargon or the guesswork.
I handle bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, CIS returns, self assessment and Xero for businesses from £25 per month. You deal with me directly, every time.
Is your bookkeeping costing you more than you think?
Four questions. Takes 90 seconds. Find out where your books actually stand.
How are you currently keeping track of your income and expenses?
How do you currently handle your VAT returns?
How much time do you spend on financial admin each week?
How confident are you that your records are accurate and HMRC-ready?
Your records need attention before this gets more expensive
Gaps in your books, missed VAT deadlines and unreconciled accounts all carry real financial risk. HMRC penalties and missed tax deductions add up faster than most people expect. A free call with me takes 20 minutes and will give you a clear picture of where things stand and what needs doing first.
The foundations are there, but the gaps are worth fixing now
You are managing, but there are likely areas where time is being wasted or where HMRC compliance is not as solid as it could be. Getting monthly bookkeeping in place means those gaps close quickly and stay closed.
Your setup is working, and that is worth protecting
You are in a good position. The question is whether your current setup is as time-efficient and cost-effective as it could be. A quick call can confirm whether fixed monthly bookkeeping would save you money compared to what you are paying now.
Services that keep your business financially sorted year-round
Everything handled by one person, with fixed monthly pricing and no hidden extras.
Monthly Bookkeeping
I record, reconcile and categorise every transaction on a fixed monthly cycle so your accounts are always current. You get clear, accurate records without spending your evenings on a spreadsheet.
From £25/monthVAT Returns and MTD Compliance
I prepare and submit your VAT returns through MTD-approved software every quarter, on time. Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is coming in 2026 and I will have your records ready before it does.
Quarterly submissionsPayroll and CIS Returns
I process payroll for your staff and handle CIS deductions and monthly returns for subcontractors working in construction. Your obligations to HMRC are met without you having to track the deadlines yourself.
PAYE and CISWhy working directly with one bookkeeper makes a difference
Not a firm. Not a portal. Just one person who knows your business and answers when you call.
You always deal with me directly
There is no team, no handoff and no call centre. Every time you have a question about your accounts, you speak to the person who actually does your books. That means faster answers and no time wasted re-explaining your situation.
Fixed monthly pricing with no surprises
You know exactly what your bookkeeping costs each month from the moment we start. There are no variable bills, no charges for individual tasks and no invoice you were not expecting at year-end.
Xero-based records that are always ready
Your books are kept on Xero, which means your data is accurate, accessible and formatted correctly for any accountant, lender or HMRC submission. You own your data and can access it at any time.
What clients say about working with me
How we get started
Four straightforward steps from first call to books that are running properly.
Book a free call
We spend 20 minutes on a call talking through your business, your current records and what you actually need. No sales pressure. Just a clear conversation about where you are and what would help.
Agree a fixed monthly price
Based on your transaction volume and the services you need, I give you a fixed monthly price. You know the cost before anything starts and there is nothing hidden in the small print.
I set up Xero and get your books current
I set up or take over your Xero account, import your records and work through any backlog. Most clients have their books current within two weeks of starting.
Monthly bookkeeping on a fixed cycle
From that point on, I handle your bookkeeping, VAT submissions and any agreed services each month. You get on with running your business. I take care of the financial admin.
Choose your next step
Pick the option that fits where you are right now.
Questions people ask before getting in touch
Reliable, accurate, and local. Acme Accounting Services provides a full suite of accounting services to small businesses in Ipswich, Suffolk and beyond.
💛 5% of revenue donated to St. Elizabeth’s Hospice, Ipswich.