Accounting for small and micro businesses

Running a small business means wearing lots of different hats. You want to stay on top of your finances, understand how your business is performing and feel confident you're getting things right — without spending hours wrestling with spreadsheets or accounting software.

At Black Dog & Co, I offer practical, personal accounting support to help you manage your records, make sense of your numbers and keep your business finances organised.

Four check-ins a year. Your tax return included.

£160 per tax year

Get ongoing accounting support throughout the year, plus your Self Assessment tax return, for one straightforward annual fee.

  • Four quarterly check-ins, each including a review of your accounts beforehand and a one-hour session.

  • Help keeping your records organised and resolving any accounting questions.

  • Practical advice to help you understand your business performance.

  • Your Self Assessment tax return included.

You manage your own day-to-day records in Xero, while I help you stay on track and make sense of your figures.

Available to eligible clients who complete all four quarterly check-ins within the tax year and remain eligible to use the usual Self Assessment process. Xero setup is charged separately.

Additional support when you need it

Getting started with Xero

£120 one-off

Get your accounting software set up properly, with practical guidance on managing your business finances.

  • A two-hour setup session.

  • Travel within Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) included.

  • Guidance on recording income and expenses and keeping your records organised.

Help with your records

£30 per hour

If you're short on time or need a hand catching up, I can help complete your records, including processing receipts and mileage claims. As a guide, an hour covers approximately 10 receipts or mileage claims, depending on their complexity.

This can be booked as a one-off service or alongside your ongoing support.

A straightforward approach to your accounts

My aim is to help you feel confident managing your business finances without paying for a full-service package you may not need.

The £160 annual arrangement is available while you remain eligible to report your business income through the usual Self Assessment process. Once Making Tax Digital for Income Tax applies to you, this arrangement will no longer be available and we'll discuss the support you'll need instead.

Need help with your tax return?

If you don't need ongoing accounting support and simply want help with your annual tax return, visit my dedicated tax page to find out more.

If you need help getting everything ready for the upcoming tax deadline, get in touch to discuss a bespoke package tailored to your circumstances.

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Let's talk about your business

Whether you're just getting started or want to feel more confident about your finances, I'd be happy to talk through your business and find the right level of support for you.

Based in Bournemouth, supporting small and micro businesses across the UK.

Get in touch for a friendly, no-obligation chat.