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We work with leading platforms like Xero, QuickBooks, and FreeAgent. From experience, these packages offer some of the best factures, usability and value for money. We will recommend the best option based on your business size, needs, and budget.
Yes! At Vital Accounts, this is something we get really excited about. We go beyond compliance to actively support you in building and growing a successful business.
With experience across a broad range of sectors and business types, we understand the different challenges and opportunities that come with growth. Whether you’re a startup or an established company looking to scale, we’re here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Here’s how we support your growth:
- Business advice packages: Growth doesn’t happen overnight. We offer tailored support, with regular check-ins, that goes beyond the numbers, with strategic advice to help you plan, prioritise, and grow.
- Clear financial insight: We help you understand your performance so you can make informed decisions about what’s profitable, what to improve, and where to focus.
- Cash flow & forecasting: We help you manage your cash, forecast future growth, and prepare for investment or expansion.
Good chartered accountants save you money, excellent chartered accountants make you money!
Our fees are transparent, fair, and tailored to your business needs. We offer fixed monthly packages for ongoing support, as well as one-off services, so you always know what you’re paying for, with no nasty surprises.
We’re not the cheapest accountants out there and we don’t aim to be. As the saying goes:
“Good chartered accountants aren’t cheap. Cheap chartered accountants aren’t good.”
What we do offer is excellent value for money. You’ll have direct access to a dedicated, experienced chartered accountant throughout the year, who responds promptly, provides proactive business advice, and is genuinely invested in your success.
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote.
Yes. We ensure you stay compliant with MTD by helping you choose compatible software, setting up digital records, and submitting returns correctly and on time.
Absolutely. We’ll walk you through company formation, get your registered with Companies House and HMRC, and advise on the best structure for your business.
At Vital Accounts, we do more than just file your accounts, we help you understand your finances and look holistically to ensure you are tax-efficient.
Here’s what makes us different:
- Strategic, not just compliant: We don’t stop at ticking boxes. We help you make sense of your numbers and optimise for tax efficiency, so you keep more of what you earn.
- Fair, fixed fees: Our pricing is transparent, with monthly plans that support your cash flow. We don’t charge silly fees or take kickbacks, any discounts we get we pass on to you.
- Holistic, personalised advice: We look at the whole picture your business, your personal situation, and your future goals to give the best possible guidance.
- Broad industry experience: From startups to established SMEs, across a wide range of sectors we’ve seen what works and what doesn’t, and we bring that experience to every client.
- Fast, reliable communication: Fed up with long delays from your accountant? We aim to reply the same day or within 24 hours, and we keep you updated throughout the process. Your time matters.
- Speak to someone who knows you: You will always deal with a qualified chartered accountant who understands your business not passed around a junior team. That means faster, more relevant advice.
- Plain English, no jargon: We speak your language. Our advice is straightforward, practical, and designed to help you take action.
- Friendly and approachable: No question is too small, and if you don’t understand something, that’s on us to explain it better.
At Vital Accounts, we combine real expertise with real human support, so you feel confident, informed, and in control.
Do you specialise in specific industries?
We’re a general practice with experience across a wide range of industries—from trades and construction, to consultants, manufacturers, engineers, forestry businesses, and more. Whether you’re a sole trader, partnership, or limited company, we can help.
That said, we do have specialist expertise in several sectors, including:
- Engineering and manufacturing – including motorsport, marine, and non-destructive testing (NDT)
- Professional services – including marketing consultants, architects, legal, and medical professionals
- Equestrian businesses – such as farriers, livery yards and trainers
- Rope access and industrial services – supporting technicians and contractors working at height or in specialised environments and offshore
Our broad and deep experience means we are able to offer tailored, practical advice to your industry, helping you stay compliant, tax-efficient, and focused on growing your business.
Yes, switching is easier than you think. We will contact your previous accountant, handle the transition, and make it as smooth and stress-free as possible.