Accountants for small business owners

What Our Small Business Accounting Services Include

SME accounting doesn't need to be complicated. When you work with Unicorn Accountants, you can feel relaxed knowing that every aspect of your finances is being handled by experts. You'll have your own dedicated accountant who knows your business and is available to provide practical advice when you need it.

We tailor our services to your accounting needs, but we're also transparent about pricing. You'll always know what you're paying for from the outset, with no hidden costs, so overheads feel that little bit easier to manage.

Here's how we help:

Year-End Accounts and Corporation Tax

We'll prepare and submit your annual accounts, manage your Corporation Tax obligations, and make sure everything is filed accurately and on time. You'll gain peace of mind knowing your company accounts are compliant and your tax liabilities are being managed efficiently.

Bookkeeping and Cloud Accounting

We can manage your bookkeeping for you or help you implement cloud accounting software that gives you real-time visibility over your financial data. From bank reconciliation to expense tracking, we'll help keep your records accurate and organised.

VAT Returns and HMRC Compliance

We'll manage your VAT registration, prepare quarterly VAT returns, and ensure you're meeting all HMRC requirements. Our team also provide proactive advice on VAT planning so you can easily stay on top of deadlines and avoid common mistakes.

Payroll Services for Small Businesses

Our payroll services help you pay your team on time and accurately every payday, whether that's monthly, weekly, or bi-weekly. From monthly payroll processing and pension administration to HMRC reporting and employee pay records, we make payroll hassle-free while maintaining full compliance.

Management Accounts and Business Reporting

Good decisions start with understanding your numbers. We provide management accounts and real-time reporting so you can clearly see how your business is performing. With this insight, we help you understand what's already working, spot potential issues early, and plan for sustainable growth.

Tax Planning and Business Advice

It's our job to help you keep more of what you earn and make confident decisions for the future. We provide proactive advice to help you improve tax efficiency, identify tax savings, manage business tax obligations, and choose the right business structure for your goals.

How We Help Small Business Owners Save Time and Reduce Stress

Let's be honest, you didn't start your business for your love of bookkeeping and tax returns, right? That's our thing, and it's why we take care of the financial admin that often slows businesses down.

One way we do that is by helping you use the latest technology to your advantage. That way, instead of worrying about deadlines, paperwork, and reporting requirements, you can focus on your customers, your team, and your next stage of growth.

Xero Accounting Support

As Xero specialists, we're not afraid to lean on innovation to help businesses go further. Our Xero accounting services can help you get the most from your cloud accounting software.

With Xero, you'll have a clearer view of your finances, better visibility over cash flow, and access to live financial information whenever you need it. We'll set up your system, provide training where needed, and make sure you're getting maximum value from the platform.

Why Small Businesses Choose Unicorn Accountants

Running a small business means wearing a lot of hats. But accounting shouldn't be one of them... at least not alone. Small business owners often come to Unicorn Accountants because they want more than someone who files their returns once a year. They want a team who knows their business, picks up the phone, and gives them clear, practical advice when they actually need it.

Here's what that looks like in practice:

• A dedicated accountant who knows your business. You won't get passed around or answered by someone who's never heard of you. You'll have a consistent point of contact who understands your business growth goals and your numbers.

• Transparent, fixed monthly fee pricing. We provide a simple way to get a bespoke quote on our website, making it easy to know exactly what you're paying before you commit to anything.

• Comprehensive accounting services that cover it all. We provide online accountancy services, annual accounts preparation, payroll services, VAT compliance, director tax returns, and company setup, among others.

• Modern tools that save you time. As Xero specialists, we help you use cloud accounting software properly, so your financial data is always up to date and accessible when you need it.

• Genuine flexibility as you grow. Whatever you need, we can scale our services with you.

When Should a Small Business Hire an Accountant?

When keeping on top of finances becomes too time-consuming and challenging, it's time to outsource to a small-business accountant.

A lot of people come to us after a painful experience, such as a missed deadline, an unexpected tax bill, or simply realising they've been doing things the hard way for too long. But getting the right support in place early on makes a real difference. If you're just starting out, spending too much time on admin, growing faster than expected, worried about overpaying tax, or in need of clearer answers, we'd love to have a conversation.