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Bookkeeping & record-keeping

Digital Bookkeeping Setup

Digital Bookkeeping Setup gets your day-to-day records into a clean, digital workflow. It puts the right software, structure and routine in place so your bookkeeping stays accurate, easy to maintain, and straightforward to share when accounts, VAT or tax deadlines come round.

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What the service covers

This setup is designed to remove friction from your bookkeeping and give you reliable, up-to-date numbers.

  • Selection and configuration of cloud bookkeeping software (where required)
  • A practical chart of accounts and categories that match how you trade
  • Bank feed connections and rules to reduce manual entry
  • VAT settings (where applicable) to support compliant returns
  • Supplier and customer setup, including invoicing basics
  • Receipt capture and document storage workflow
  • Opening balances or migration plan (based on what records you have)
  • Clear month-end checklist so nothing gets missed
  • Handover and guidance so you know what to do next

Who this is for

This service suits sole traders and limited companies who want tidy records without spending hours in spreadsheets. It is particularly useful if you are new to cloud bookkeeping, switching software, starting VAT registration, or have bookkeeping that has become inconsistent. If you are time-poor but want confidence in your numbers, a solid setup makes everything else easier.

How delivery works

You will start with a short fact-find to understand your business activity, how you invoice, how you take payments, and what you need from your reports. The bookkeeping system is then configured, bank feeds and rules are set, and a simple workflow is agreed for receipts, invoices and reconciliations. If you have existing records, you will also agree what to migrate and what to keep as a clean starting point.

What happens after setup

Once the system is live, you will have a repeatable routine for keeping your books up to date and a structure that supports VAT, year-end accounts and tax returns. If you prefer to outsource the ongoing bookkeeping, the setup makes it easy to hand the work over without disruption. You can also review and refine the setup as your business grows or your VAT position changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to already have bookkeeping software?
No. The setup can include choosing and setting up suitable cloud bookkeeping software if you are starting from scratch. If you already use a system, the focus is on improving structure, accuracy and workflow.
Can you connect my bank feeds and payment platforms?
Yes, where supported by your bank and providers. Bank feeds are set up and basic rules are added to reduce manual coding and speed up reconciliations.
Will this help with VAT compliance?
Yes, if you are VAT registered or registering soon. The VAT scheme and settings can be configured so transactions are treated correctly and returns are easier to prepare.
Can you tidy up existing messy bookkeeping as part of the setup?
A setup can include an agreed clean-up approach, depending on how much needs fixing and the period involved. If historic corrections are significant, this is usually scoped as a separate catch-up project.
What will I need to provide?
Typically you will provide access to your bookkeeping software (or sign up), bank details for feed connections, and recent invoices, receipts and statements. You will also confirm how you charge customers, pay suppliers and whether VAT applies.

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