Accounting for new businesses

Setting up a new limited company couldn’t be easier.

Straight forward, hassle-free accounting services designed for the requirements of UK businesses.
Whether you are a freelancer, online retailer or have more complex needs, we can guide you in how to run your limited company, tax it efficiently, claim dividends or expenses and much more.

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We work hard at Clever Accounts to ensure our service will exceed your expectations.
We strive to provide you with consistent, expert advice and the best technology-driven solutions.

We've helped thousands of businesses get started

With 15 years experience in accountancy, we understand that starting a business can be daunting. Ensuring everything is set up correctly and compliantly can be a challenge, especially when you are busy trying to create contacts and generate revenue streams.

However, you don’t need to do it all. By choosing Clever Accounts, we’ll work with you to get your company set up quickly and effortlessly so you can get on with more important things.

Furthermore, we can provide all the help and guidance on running a limited company – from the basic director responsibilities, or how the various taxes work, through to what expenses you might be able to claim.

15 years experience in online accountancy

Bespoke start-up service for your business

We take care of HMRC and Companies House duties

Communicate your way - phone, chat, email or video

Help and guidance on running your company

MTD compatible accounting software

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We also provide premium quality accountancy services for your new start up

Once your new limited company is set up, we can provide a range of accountancy services to you for a fixed monthly fee.

ZDedicated, experienced accountant
ZYear end accounts and Corporation Tax
ZVAT processing using MTD software
ZPayroll processing for all directors
ZOnline accounting software

ZHelp with setting up a bank account
ZConfirmation statements submitted
ZUnlimited advice and support
ZRegistered office address service
ZPayroll and dividends guidance

Choose the right package for your business

Depending on your needs, we have a service that is designed for your accounting requirements. If you are after a no-fuss service that just gets the job done or want a more bespoke service for your business, check out our service plans below.

Limited Company

Used by thousands of limited companies and includes unlimited accounting support from a dedicated accountant and accounting software for a single fixed monthly fee. Everything you need to run your business.

£89.50

plus VAT per month

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pDedicated, experienced accountant
Access to an assigned dedicated accountant who will provide support via email or phone.
pSimple online accounting system
A simple, open banking connected accounting system to allow you to keep track of your income and expenses
pVAT filing via MTD software
We’ll prepare and file your VAT returns each quarter using our MTD approved accounting software
pAccounts and Corporation Tax
We’ll prepare and file your accounts and corporation tax return with Companies House and HMRC
pIR35 Umbrella switching
Choose between Limited Company and Umbrella with hassle-free switching using our FLEX package

pPayroll processing for directors
If we have advised you take a salary, we’ll prepare and file your salary information with HMRC
pIR35 Advice & Guidance
Unlimited advice on IR35 related matters plus 3 contract reviews per year.
pBusiness set-up advice
If you are just starting out in business, we’ll provide support to ensure your business is set up correctly and in the best tax efficient structure.
pDividend and salary calculations
We’ll provide you with illustrations on what you could take from the company in the way of dividends and salary payments.
pSelf-assessment tax return
As long as the return is basic, we’ll complete and submit your personal tax return to HMRC
pRegistered office address
We’ll act as your registered office address with Companies House and process any post sent to us.
pConfirmation statement filing
We’ll file your confirmation statement with Companies House each year.

All you need to pay is the confirmation filing fee of £13 which is charged by Companies House.
pTax planning guidance
Your dedicated accountant will be as pro-active as possible to ensure your business is tax efficient.
pHelp setting up a bank account
We can provide help and guidance on setting up a bank account with one of our preferred partners or one of you choice
pFree HMRC tax investigation
If you are investigated by HMRC, you won’t need to worry about our additional fees as this will be covered by the investigation insurance
pSubmission of all documents
We’ll ensure that we file any document that needs to be submitted to HMRC

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Growing Company

Even more services, including additional payroll services for up to 5 employees and video conferencing with your dedicated accountant. If you need that extra hands-on professional service, this is perfect for you.

£119.50

plus VAT per month

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PEverything in our Limited Company package
pPayroll for up to 5 employees
As well as completing any director payroll, we’ll also provide payroll services for up to 5 of your employees that are paid monthly. Additional employees are charge at £5 per month extra.
pVideo conference for meetings
As well as telephone and email support, we’ll also support video conferencing for face-to-face meetings
pFinancial references
If you are needing an accountant’s reference in order to apply for a mortgage, remortgage or rental agreement, we can provide 2 per year, included in our fees.
pFree company healthcheck
Your dedicated accountant will provide a free healthcheck of your company

pIR35 Advice & Guidance
Unlimited advice on IR35 related matters plus 3 contract reviews per year.
pBusiness set-up advice
If you are just starting out in business, we’ll provide support to ensure your business is set up correctly and in the best tax efficient structure.
pDividend and salary calculations
We’ll provide you with illustrations on what you could take from the company in the way of dividends and salary payments.
pSelf-assessment tax return
As long as the return is basic, we’ll complete and submit your personal tax return to HMRC
pRegistered office address
We’ll act as your registered office address with Companies House and process any post sent to us.
pConfirmation statement filing
We’ll file your confirmation statement with Companies House each year.

All you need to pay is the confirmation filing fee of £13 which is charged by Companies House.
pTax planning guidance
Your dedicated accountant will be as pro-active as possible to ensure your business is tax efficient.
pHelp setting up a bank account
We can provide help and guidance on setting up a bank account with one of our preferred partners or one of you choice
pFree HMRC tax investigation
If you are investigated by HMRC, you won’t need to worry about our additional fees as this will be covered by the investigation insurance
pSubmission of all documents
We’ll ensure that we file any document that needs to be submitted to HMRC
pIR35 FLEX switching
Switch between a limited company and Umbrella whenever you like

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What you get included with Clever Accounts

For one single monthly fee, you get all the services you need to ensure your limited company is efficient and compliant.

Limited company formation

We’ll assist you with setting up and registering your limited company with Companies House and HMRC.

Online software

Easy-to-use online accounting software to ensure your limited company remains compliant.

Unlimited pro-active advice

Clear, expert advice from experienced accountants who will get to know your accounting requirements.

Service focussed

With 15 years providing online accountancy services, we know a thing or two about customer service.

Dedicated accounting team

Your dedicated accountant and bookkeeper will provide a fully supported service to you

All-inclusive service

We provide a single fixed-fee monthly service to ensure you don’t have unexpected bills.

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We work with a range of sectors

We provide accountancy services to businesses operating in a range of sectors.

Our accountants will ensure that they understand your business to help provide pro-active support during the year.

Advertising and media

Online retailers, such as amazon and webshops

IT, telecommunications and web services

Hospitality and tourism

Professional and trade services

Your expert, experienced accounting team

At Clever Accounts, we pride ourselves in ensuring we provide outstanding services to all our clients. Accountancy isn’t all about crunching numbers and submitting documents but, just like any other online service, we strive to ensure we fully understand you and your company needs and communicate to you in a friendly, clear and concise manner.

When you sign up, you are allocated a highly experienced dedicated accountant and they will be your point of contact throughout your time with us.

No matter your industry and accounting needs, we have an accountant that is experienced to help you run your business and allow you to focus on generating revenue.

Fantastic, technology-driven and service focussed accounting service

As a limited company, we understand you require a fully compliant, pro-active service that you can trust and rely upon. However, we also understand you don’t want to be over-burdened with unnecessary administration work at the same.

At Clever Accounts, we use a combination of different software to provide that seamless, hassle-free service – whether it’s providing our own, inhouse online accountancy software to help manage your accounts or using bespoke technology-leading internal monitoring systems, we ensure we always strive to provide the best service we can.

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Clever Accounts are Freeagent Platinum partners

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Your choice of accounting software

Once you have signed up, we’ll provide access to our own inhouse, bespoke online accounting software to you, free of charge.

However, if you don’t want to use this, or have been using alternative software, then we can accomodate this.

We have parterned with some of the most well-known software firms in the UK to ensure you have the best choice possible.

Providing accountancy services to limited companies for over 15 years

We’re one of the most experienced online accountancy services in the UK. For over 15 years, we’ve been passionate about helping businesses succeed and have been trusted by 10,000 limited companies in the UK.

Download our guide

If you’re thinking about starting you own company, have a look at our complete guide for setting up your limited company.

ZHow to register your business as a company.
ZYour legal obligations as a company director.
ZPaying yourself – salary, dividends and tax rates.

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