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Foundry Accountants

Bookkeeping

Tidy, up-to-date books without the admin

Good bookkeeping is the foundation of everything else — accurate tax returns, sensible decisions and no nasty surprises. But it's also the job most business owners put off.

We keep your records in cloud software, reconciled and up to date, so you always know where you stand. And if you've fallen behind, we'll get you caught up.

A tidy office desk with a laptop, notebook and calculator

Accredited partners of the software you already use

  • XeroGold Partner
  • FreeAgentBronze Partner
  • QuickBooks
  • sage
  • Making Tax
    Digital ready

What's included

What our bookkeeping includes

Whether you need regular monthly bookkeeping or a one-off tidy-up, it all comes with a fixed fee agreed up front.
  • Bank reconciliation

    Every transaction matched to your bank feed, so your balances are right and nothing is missed.

  • Receipt capture

    Snap receipts and bills on your phone with an app, and they flow straight into your records.

  • Sales ledger

    Invoices recorded and tracked, with a clear view of who owes you money and for how long.

  • Purchase ledger

    Supplier bills recorded and categorised correctly, so you know what's due and every expense is claimed.

  • Catch-up bookkeeping

    Months or years of missing records brought up to date, without judgement, ready for your accounts.

  • Software setup

    Xero, QuickBooks or FreeAgent set up for your business, with bank feeds and categories configured.

  • Software migration

    Moving from spreadsheets or another package, with your historic balances carried across accurately.

  • MTD-ready records

    Digital records that meet Making Tax Digital rules for VAT and Income Tax.

Why it matters

Good records make everything else easier

When your books are current, your accounts and tax returns are quicker and more accurate, and you can see how the business is actually doing — not how it was doing a year ago.

We work in cloud software, so you can log in and see your figures at any time. And because we also prepare your accounts and returns, nothing gets lost between your bookkeeper and your accountant.

Accurate records. Current figures. No shoebox of receipts.

  • Always up to date

    Your figures reconciled regularly, so you can see your real position at any time.

  • Less admin for you

    Bank feeds and receipt apps do the heavy lifting; we do the rest.

  • Ready for Making Tax Digital

    Records kept the way HMRC requires, before your deadline arrives.

  • One joined-up team

    The same people keep your books and prepare your accounts and tax returns.

How it works

Getting started is simple

  1. 1

    Book a free consultation

    Tell us how you keep your records now, what software you use and where you're behind.

  2. 2

    We set things up

    We recommend and configure the right software, connect your bank feeds and agree a fixed fee.

  3. 3

    We bring you up to date

    Any backlog is cleared, balances are checked and your records are reconciled.

  4. 4

    We keep it that way

    Regular bookkeeping keeps your figures current, with your accounts and returns built on solid records.

Why Foundry

More than just an accountant

  • Proactive, not reactive

    We look ahead through the year, so opportunities and risks are spotted before they cost you.

  • Fixed, transparent fees

    One agreed monthly fee, set out before you start. No surprise invoices for picking up the phone.

  • Cloud-first

    Xero, FreeAgent, QuickBooks or Sage, set up properly — so your numbers are always up to date.

  • Real people, plain English

    Talk directly to the accountant who knows your business. No call centre, no jargon.

FAQs

Got questions? We've got answers.

Can't see yours? Ask us directly — the first conversation is free.

I'm months behind with my bookkeeping. Can you help?

Yes. Catch-up bookkeeping is one of the most common things we're asked for, and there's no judgement. We'll gather your bank statements, invoices and receipts, bring your records up to date in cloud software and reconcile everything properly. Once you're current, we can keep your books up to date so it doesn't happen again, and prepare your accounts or tax return from records you can trust.

Which bookkeeping software do you work with?

We work with Xero, QuickBooks and FreeAgent. If you're not using any software yet, we'll help you choose the one that suits your business and set it up for you, including bank feeds and categories. If you're using spreadsheets or a different package, we can move your records across and carry your balances forward accurately.

Do I need digital records for Making Tax Digital?

If you're a sole trader or landlord, Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is mandatory from 6 April 2026 if your combined gross self-employment and property income is over £50,000, then over £30,000 from April 2027 and over £20,000 from April 2028. You'll need digital records and quarterly updates to HMRC. We'll make sure your bookkeeping is set up to meet the rules.

How do receipt capture apps work?

You take a photo of a receipt or forward a bill by email, and the app reads the key details — supplier, date, amount and VAT — and sends them into your bookkeeping software. We then match it to the payment in your bank feed. It means no more shoeboxes of paper, fewer missed expenses and a clear digital record if HMRC ever asks.

Will you tell me when I need to register for VAT?

Yes. Because we keep your books up to date, we can watch your taxable turnover as it builds. You must register for VAT if your taxable turnover over any rolling 12-month period goes over £90,000. We'll flag it well before you get close, explain your options and handle the registration and returns if you need them.

Ready to get your books in order?

Book a free, no-obligation consultation. Whether you're up to date or years behind, we'll tell you exactly what's needed and what it will cost.