Business Details
22 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting Services in Paisley
Established in 2004, Total Accounting has been empowering businesses with comprehensive accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll solutions for over two decades. As QuickBooks Platinum Partners, we specialise in cloud-based financial management systems, enabling clients to streamline operations and achieve real-time financial clarity. Our team of experienced professionals delivers tailored services, including HMRC-compliant tax preparation, management accounts, and digital bookkeeping, supported by advanced software integrations. We prioritise secure data storage, transparent fixed pricing, and proactive client support, ensuring businesses benefit from accurate, timely financial insights.With a client-centric approach, we provide dedicated points of contact and personalised guidance, helping SMEs optimise profitability and operational efficiency. Our commitment to continuous training and systemised processes guarantees precision, while our paperless, cloud-first methodology aligns with modern business needs. Headquartered in Paisley, we serve clients across Renfrewshire, Ayrshire, and Glasgow, combining local expertise with national standards of excellence.
Services
Payroll Services
Digital Bookkeeping
Cloud Conversion
Management Accounts
Tax Planning
QuickBooks Integration
VAT Returns
CIS Returns
Financial Reporting
Business Advisory
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in outsourced accounting services
- Our team are certified QuickBooks Platinum ProAdvisors
- We provide dedicated client support with weekly interactions
- We guarantee accurate accounts within three months of year-end
- We offer transparent fixed pricing with no hidden fees
Associations and certifications
- QuickBooks Platinum ProAdvisors
What people say
Proactive support
Seamless cloud transition
Real-time reporting
Personalised service
Expert guidance
Services
Payroll Services
Our payroll services streamline employee payment processing with automated workflows and HMRC compliance. We handle tax deductions, pension contributions, and real-time reporting through BrightPay Connect. Clients benefit from secure cloud storage, mobile access to payslips, and seamless integration with accounting systems. This comprehensive solution reduces administrative burdens while ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Digital Bookkeeping
Digital bookkeeping services utilise Dext and QuickBooks for automated transaction capture and reconciliation. We provide real-time financial tracking, VAT return preparation, and CIS compliance management. The cloud-based system enables 24/7 access to financial records with bank-level security. This approach eliminates manual data entry while improving financial visibility and decision-making capabilities.
Cloud Conversion
Cloud conversion services transfer existing accounting data to modern cloud platforms like QuickBooks Online. Our six-stage process ensures secure data migration with minimal business disruption. We implement integrated software ecosystems and provide staff training to maximise digital transformation benefits. This enables businesses to leverage real-time financial insights and collaborative accounting workflows.
Management Accounts
Management accounts deliver tailored financial insights through visual reports and KPI analysis. We produce custom dashboards showing cashflow, profitability, and operational metrics. Directors receive video explanations and strategic recommendations to support data-driven decision-making. Regular reporting cycles help businesses monitor performance against financial goals.
Tax Planning
Tax planning services combine year-round financial monitoring with strategic corporation tax optimisation. We prepare statutory accounts for Companies House and manage HMRC submissions. Proactive tax advice identifies legitimate savings opportunities while maintaining full compliance. Clients receive three-month turnaround guarantees for year-end accounts.
People
Euan Brown
Managing Director
With over 30 years' experience, Euan founded Total Accounting in 2004 and serves on the QuickBooks Accountants Council. He specialises in technology-driven financial solutions and strategic business advisory services for SMEs.
Terri Ann Lawson
Director
Terri oversees all business operations with expertise in accounting processes and team leadership. Her focus on precision and efficiency ensures consistent service delivery across the 7-member team and 100+ client base.
Shelby Kane
Accounts Manager
Shelby manages accounts preparation, daily processing, and payroll operations. She serves as primary client contact, maintaining communication channels for the firm's outsourced accounting services.
Questions
What accounting software do you use?
We primarily use QuickBooks Online as certified Platinum ProAdvisors, supported by Dext for document capture and BrightPay for payroll management.
Can you handle VAT returns?
Yes, we manage regular VAT returns with MTD compliance, including CIS reporting and corporation tax submissions.
How do you ensure data security?
We use bank-grade encryption for cloud storage, controlled access permissions, and regular system audits to protect client financial information.
What size businesses do you work with?
We specialise in SMEs with turnovers between £500k and £10m across various industries in central Scotland.
How often do you provide financial reports?
We offer monthly or quarterly management accounts with visual KPI dashboards and director video briefings for performance analysis.
Do you provide year-end accounting services?
Yes, we prepare statutory accounts for Companies House and HMRC with a three-month turnaround guarantee from year-end.
