Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting and Payroll Services for UK Businesses
Established over 11 years ago by Andrea Cooley, AC Accounting and Payroll delivers tailored bookkeeping, accounting, and payroll solutions to sole traders and SMEs across the UK. Our expertise spans company formation, year-end accounts, tax compliance, and advanced QuickBooks support, ensuring businesses benefit from accurate financial management and strategic advice. As Advanced QuickBooks Pro-Advisors, we implement industry-specific chart of accounts, multi-currency systems, and real-time financial reporting to streamline operations. Our clients value our responsive communication, technical proficiency, and commitment to simplifying complex financial processes.We prioritise transparency, offering fixed-fee consultations and scalable packages aligned with business needs. With GDPR-compliant digital tools and a focus on client education, we empower businesses to make informed financial decisions. Our track record includes supporting over 200-employee payrolls and providing HMRC-compliant MTD solutions, demonstrating our capacity to handle diverse accounting challenges.
Services
Bookkeeping
Payroll Processing
Tax Returns
VAT Returns
QuickBooks Support
Business Start-Up
Management Reporting
Tax Planning
Company Secretarial
Online Consultations
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 11 years of specialist accounting and payroll experience.
- Our bespoke QuickBooks solutions adapt to your business requirements.
- We provide fixed-fee online consultations for tax and accounting queries.
- Our payroll service handles businesses with up to 200+ employees.
- We guarantee HMRC-compliant submissions with MTD-ready systems.
Associations and certifications
- QuickBooks Advanced Pro-Advisor
What people say
Excellent communication
First class results
Brilliant service
Quick professional response
Highly recommended
Services
Bookkeeping
We provide comprehensive bookkeeping services including sales and receipts processing, multi-currency management, and VAT-compliant accounting. Our Advanced QuickBooks Pro-Advisors create tailored chart of accounts, ensuring accurate financial tracking. With Dext integration and monthly account reviews, we maintain precise records for businesses of all sizes.
Payroll Processing
Our payroll service handles director-only to 200+ employee payrolls with GDPR-compliant digital systems. We manage maternity pay, furlough claims, and CIS deductions while guaranteeing timely submissions. Employers access secure dashboards with leave calendars and HMRC payment tracking for streamlined workforce management.
Tax Returns
We prepare and submit self-assessment, corporation tax, and partnership returns with accuracy. Our specialists handle PPI tax reclaim claims, employee expense deductions, and MTD-ready submissions. Clients receive strategic advice on tax planning and compliance to minimize liabilities while maintaining HMRC adherence.
QuickBooks Support
As Advanced QuickBooks Pro-Advisors, we offer software setup, bank connectivity, and invoice management training. Our support includes multi-VAT configuration, project costing, and budget tracking to optimize financial workflows. We provide ongoing technical assistance and system optimization for growing businesses.
Business Start-Up
Our start-up package includes company registration, chart of accounts setup, and tax registration. We provide initial accounting advice, QuickBooks implementation, and compliance guidance for new businesses. The 150 +VAT package covers essential financial foundations and HMRC registration requirements.
People
Andrea Cooley
Founder & Principal Accountant
Andrea established AC Accounting and Payroll in 2014 after 15+ years in corporate finance. She specialises in SME accounting, payroll compliance, and QuickBooks implementation. Her hands-on approach combines technical expertise with accessible client support, focusing on business growth strategies and tax efficiency solutions.
Questions
What accounting software do you support?
We specialise in QuickBooks Online as Advanced Pro-Advisors, offering setup, training, and integration with Dext, Stripe, and other financial tools.
Can you handle complex payroll requirements?
Yes, we manage payrolls from single directors to 200+ employees, including CIS deductions, maternity pay, and HMRC-compliant reporting.
Do you offer one-time tax advice?
Yes, our fixed-fee £90 consultations address specific tax queries including PPI reclaim, expense claims, and business structure optimisation.
Are your services available nationwide?
We support clients across the UK through secure online portals, with digital document sharing and remote consultations available.
How do you ensure compliance with tax regulations?
We maintain MTD-readiness, perform regular VAT return reviews, and provide HMRC-compliant submissions with accuracy guarantees.
What's included in your payroll service?
Our payroll service includes payslip generation, HMRC submissions, leave tracking, CIS deductions, and year-end P60 processing with GDPR-compliant data handling.
