Running a small business in Manchester keeps you busy. You've got customers to look after, jobs to get done and probably a hundred other things on your list. Doing your own books and tax on top of that is a lot.
So is an accountant worth it? We think so, and here's why.
You get your time back
Bookkeeping, receipts, tax returns and VAT all take hours. Hours you could spend on paying work, or just having a night off.
A good accountant for your small business takes that off your plate. You send over what's needed, they sort the rest.
Fewer mistakes with HMRC
HMRC rules change, and they're not always easy to follow. Miss a deadline or get a figure wrong and you could end up with a penalty.
We know HMRC rules well. We'll make sure your returns are right and in on time, so you're not lying awake worrying about a letter in the post.
You could keep more of your money
Lots of business owners pay more tax than they need to, simply because they don't know what they can claim. An accountant looks at the whole picture and helps you save where you can, all within the rules.
That's a big part of what we do. We help businesses save as much as possible in all areas, not just at year end.
Plain English, no jargon
Some people put off getting an accountant because they expect to be talked at in words they don't understand. That's not how we work.
We keep things in plain English. If something needs explaining, we'll explain it properly, and you can ask as many questions as you like.
You know what it costs
Nobody likes a surprise bill. We work on fixed fees, so you know where you stand from the start.
Help with the jobs that matter
Every business is different, but most need help with at least one of these:
Self assessment. Tax returns done right and on time.
Bookkeeping. Your books kept tidy every month.
Limited company accounts. Year end accounts and corporation tax.
Payroll. Payroll and pensions sorted for you.
VAT returns. Making Tax Digital compliant VAT returns.
You can pick what you need and leave what you don't.
Someone local on your side
We're a local, independent firm and we've been trading for 20 years. We're fully qualified, and we'd much rather get to know you and your business than treat you like a number.
Fancy a chat?
If you're weighing up whether you need an accountant, have a free first chat with us. No pressure, just a straight conversation about where you are and how we could help.
Give Crooks Books a ring on 0800304050 or get in touch through our contact page.