Start-Up Accountants | Barton Accountancy

Start-ups

Your first steps, done right.

Starting a business is exciting and terrifying in equal measure. The last thing you want to worry about is whether you've registered the right way, paid the right tax, or set up the right bank account. That's where we come in.

We've helped dozens of East Midlands start-ups get off the ground — everyone from one-person consultancies to fast-growing e-commerce shops. We take care of the boring bits so you can focus on the work that pays the bills.

What's included

Everything you need to launch.

Everything is included in your fixed monthly fee. No extras, no surprises.

Structure advice

Sole trader, limited company or partnership? We run the numbers and tell you honestly which suits you.

Companies House registration

Full incorporation with the right SIC codes, share structure and registered office.

HMRC setup

Corporation tax, VAT, PAYE and CIS registrations — whichever you need.

Business banking advice

We'll point you at the banks we trust and help you open an account fast.

Xero from scratch

Full setup, chart of accounts, bank feeds, invoice templates — ready on day one.

First-year support

Monthly check-ins through your first year while you find your feet.

Sound familiar?

Most businesses don't have an accountant.
They have a filing service.

If any of these ring true, you're not getting what you should be.

01

You only hear from them at year-end

No check-ins, no planning, no conversation. Just a bill and a set of accounts you don't fully understand.

02

You're never sure where you stand

Your numbers are months out of date. You're making decisions based on gut feel, not real figures.

03

Surprise invoices keep landing

An email here, a phone call there — and suddenly your bill is twice what you expected. No one told you.

Common questions

Things people ask us.

Do you help with company formation?

Yes — Companies House registration is free through our accountant's portal. We include it at no charge when you sign up as a client. Most formations are done within 24 hours.

When should I talk to an accountant?

Before you start trading, not after. A 30-minute chat before you launch can save you thousands in the wrong tax setup or the wrong business structure. We don't charge for that first conversation.

Can you help me choose between sole trader and limited company?

Yes, and we'll give you a straight answer. It comes down to profit level, risk exposure, and how you want to take money out of the business. We run both scenarios with real numbers before you decide.

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