Business Details
21 Years
experience
Professional Bookkeeping Services in Cambridge
Established in 2005, we are a professional bookkeeping practice dedicated to supporting small and medium-sized businesses across Cambridgeshire. Our team combines extensive industry experience with a commitment to delivering tailored financial solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. Specialising in bookkeeping, management accounts, payroll, and year-end account preparation, we utilise advanced digital tools while maintaining the flexibility to work with traditional systems. As members of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers and Xero Certified professionals, we prioritise data security, compliance, and transparency in all our operations.Our approach focuses on building long-term relationships through reliability, expertise, and a deep understanding of the sectors we serve, including education, construction, and retail. By offering fixed monthly fees and scalable service packages, we ensure our clients receive consistent, cost-effective support. Our reputation as a trusted partner is reflected in testimonials from longstanding clients who value our proactive, family-like commitment to their business success.
Services
Bookkeeping
Management Accounts
Year End Accounts
Payroll Services
Software Training
VAT Returns
Credit Control
Cash Flow Management
CIS Returns
Account Setup
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 18 years of experience in bookkeeping since 2005
- Our team are Xero Certified and members of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers
- We offer tailored bookkeeping packages to fit your business needs
- We use secure digital systems with Last Pass encryption to protect client data
- We work closely with Cambridge-based accountants to ensure seamless year-end filings
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Certified Bookkeepers
- Xero Certified
What people say
Core part of our operation
Professional and friendly approach
Improved accounting procedures
Prompt answers in plain English
Streamlined financial operations
Services
Bookkeeping
We maintain accurate financial records for SMEs using Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage. Our services include bank reconciliations, VAT returns, and credit control. Tailored packages ensure businesses only pay for what they need, with fixed monthly fees monitored for six-month periods.
Management Accounts
Monthly or quarterly reports help businesses track performance through profit-and-loss statements and balance sheets. We provide analysis against budgets and historical data to identify trends, priced at 150200 +VAT per preparation.
Year End Accounts
We prepare trial balances and supporting evidence for limited companies, reducing accountant fees. Sole traders and partnerships receive full year-end accounts ready for self-assessment filings, with charity accounts prepared to external examiner standards.
Payroll
Compliant payroll services covering salary calculations, pension contributions, and HMRC submissions. Pricing scales from 15/month for 1-2 employees up to 80/month for 11-20 employees, ensuring cost-effective solutions for growing businesses.
Software Training
Tailored training for Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage covers setup, transaction entry, and bank reconciliations. Available as day-rate (150) or hourly (25) sessions, with ongoing support packages starting at 9.99+VAT/month.
People
Julie Whiteside
Director
Qualified ICB Associate Member with 97% exam score, Julie brings manual system expertise to complex client cases. She developed internal bookkeeping processes and trains clients, combining technical proficiency with 18 years' sector experience since 2005.
Lydia Dickinson
Director
MICB accredited director with Level 3 Self-Assessment Diploma, Lydia manages most client accounts. She specialises in day-to-day financial support and monthly management accounts, applying diverse sector experience to tailored client solutions since joining in 2013.
Questions
What accounting software do you support?
We work with Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, and KashFlow, offering setup assistance and training for all platforms.
Can you help with Making Tax Digital compliance?
Yes, we provide full support for transitioning to HMRC's digital tax system requirements.
Do you handle year-end filings for limited companies?
We prepare accounts to trial balance stage for accountants to file at Companies House.
How are your bookkeeping fees structured?
Fixed monthly rates based on transaction volume, starting at £50/month with six-month reviews.
What security measures protect client data?
We use Last Pass encryption and Oasis Shredding for digital and physical document protection.
Can you train our team in accounting software?
Yes, we offer on-site and remote training sessions for Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage platforms.
