Business Details
8 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting Services for Creative Businesses
Alchemy Accountancy provides straightforward accounting support tailored to passionate SMEs and freelancers within the creative industries. Founded in 2018, our team combines deep accounting expertise with a profound understanding of the challenges faced by creative entrepreneurs. We prioritise education, empathy, and authenticity, demystifying financial processes to empower clients to focus on their creative work.With a commitment to continuous improvement, we offer industry-specific insights and practical solutions, ensuring our clients maintain compliance while achieving long-term growth. Our approach is built on transparency, fostering trust through clear communication and a dedication to client-centric service.
Services
Accounting support
Bookkeeping
Tax returns
VAT services
Management accounts
Business advisory
Payroll services
Financial forecasting
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We provide industry-specific accounting insights for creative businesses.
- Our team combines accounting expertise with creative sector experience.
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees or surprises.
- Dedicated client managers for personalised financial support.
- Proven track record helping creative SMEs achieve sustainable growth.
What people say
Industry-specific knowledge
Responsive team
Clear financial guidance
Services
Accounting support
We provide comprehensive accounting solutions tailored to creative businesses. Our services include tax compliance, financial reporting, and strategic advisory to ensure your business remains profitable and compliant. With sector-specific expertise, we help creative entrepreneurs navigate financial challenges while focusing on growth.
Bookkeeping
Our bookkeeping services maintain accurate financial records for creative businesses. We manage invoicing, expense tracking, and VAT reconciliation to provide clear financial visibility. This enables clients to make informed decisions while meeting regulatory requirements within the creative sector.
Management accounts
We prepare detailed management accounts to track business performance. These reports include profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analysis tailored to creative agencies. This service helps business owners monitor financial health and plan strategic growth initiatives effectively.
VAT services
Our VAT specialists handle all aspects of value-added tax for creative businesses. We provide cross-border VAT advice, digital services tax guidance, and compliance reporting tailored to the music and media industries. This ensures clients meet obligations while optimising tax efficiency.
Business advisory
We offer strategic financial advice to creative entrepreneurs at all business stages. From side-hustle structuring to agency growth planning, our advisory services focus on sustainable development. We help clients implement systems that improve profitability and operational efficiency within their creative sector.
People
Craig McCall
Director
FCCA-qualified accountant with creative industry expertise. Founded Alchemy in 2018 to support creative entrepreneurs through transparent accounting solutions. Combines technical knowledge with practical business advice.
Mulenga Chilufya
Client Manager
Specialises in creative sector compliance. Provides strategic financial advice to photographers and media agencies. Brings investigative approach to solving clients' financial challenges while maintaining industry-specific expertise.
Nick Valentine
Client Manager
Experienced client manager supporting creative businesses with financial strategy. Focuses on helping creative entrepreneurs achieve growth through solid accounting practices. Shares Craig's vision for accessible financial expertise in the creative sector.
Questions
Do you specialise in specific creative industries?
We work with diverse creative sectors including music, film, advertising, design, and digital media. Our team understands industry-specific financial challenges and requirements.
What accounting software do you use?
We primarily use FreeAgent and Xero, integrating with platforms like Dext for receipt management. Our choice ensures seamless financial tracking tailored to creative businesses' needs.
How do you support side-hustle creators?
We offer affordable accounting packages starting at £50 +VAT/month for income under £30k. Services include tax compliance, business structure advice, and financial management tailored to part-time creators.
Can you help with international creative projects?
Yes, we provide cross-border VAT guidance and international tax compliance support specifically for digital creative services and media exports across Europe and beyond.
What's included in your management accounts?
Our management accounts include profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash flow analysis, and Corporation Tax calculations. We provide quarterly or monthly reports with performance insights tailored to creative businesses.
