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Are you overwhelmed by bookkeeping?
We get it. Tracking income and expenses, managing payroll, and ensuring HMRC compliance can be daunting. Mistakes are costly, and falling behind causes stress and sleepless nights.
Imagine a dedicated team of qualified bookkeepers in Manchester keeping your financial records accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with UK regulations. All for a fair, fixed fee. That’s what we offer at A&C Chartered Accountants.
To get started, schedule a free, no-obligation consultation to learn more about our bookkeeping services.
EXCELLENT Based on 110 reviews Posted on Phaethon17/10/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you Paul! You put to rest 8 months of headache and back and forth emails with my past employers, and seemingly impossible P45 issues.Posted on michaela longden02/05/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What can I say? Paul has been an absolute lifesaver. After making the mistake of investing in the wrong accountant during my first year as a limited company, I felt overwhelmed and under-supported, until I found Paul. From our very first call, he gave me so much valuable, actionable information that I instantly knew I wanted to work with him. Paul consistently goes above and beyond. His knowledge is exceptional, his passion for what he does is evident, and his communication is always clear, timely, and supportive. I never feel like I’m navigating this alone. He answers every question, no matter how big or small, and regularly arranges check-ins that genuinely support both me and my business. When you're starting a company, it can be scary. You need someone who truly cares and knows what they’re doing and that’s exactly what I found in Paul. Choosing him and his team has been one of the best business decisions I’ve ever made. Thank you for everything. I cannot recommend you highly enough.Posted on Neil Tarbuck25/03/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Spoke to Paul over the phone regarding advice for self-assessment over my capital gains payment. He gave me the confidence to fill out the application form and make the payment myself; now A&C will be my first choice for any tax/accountancy problem in the future. Highly recommendPosted on Brody Gibson12/02/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A&C Chartered Accountants were very helpful, Steph helped massively. Will be deefinitely using them again in the future.Posted on Maria04/02/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. On Jan 28th this year, I checked into my HMRC account to fill in my self assessment as usual where I found out that I owe HMRC 12000 pounds! This was a big surprise to me and I had no idea what was going on. I desperately called different accounting firms to help me, however as you can imagine, all firms were fully booked and no one had time before the 31st Jan deadline. After checking several firms, I called A&C as one of the firms popping up in my google search and Paul was very kind to help me. He used an app, connected to my laptop, went through my P60 and P45 and quickly making the calculation. As it turned out, my employer made a mistake and used a wrong tax code and hence I was actually owing HMRC the money. He was highly efficient and knowledgable, went above and beyond to help me and didn't even charge me for the time he spent on the phone with me. I highly recommend their service and would definitely use them in future, whenever I need help with tax or accounting.Posted on Tom28/01/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been with this team for about 6 months now. I moved to A&C from a large accountancy group who just gave me no time. I would honestly say that the advice and support I have received here has led to my small business growing faster than expected. Brilliant value for money. Very glad I changed. Highly recommendPosted on Louise & Paul FG28/01/2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Having never had a Personal Accountant or Tax advisor, I met (in person) with the team at A&C to discuss 3 things which I needed advice on - and to see if they could help. During the 45 minutes we went through my points, but A&C ended up advising me I could achieve most of these things myself (rather than pay a service). They provided some advice on where to look, and I was thankful for their honesty and openness! Would recommend to anyone who doesn't know if they need professional support or not, A&C will advise you the best path to follow.Posted on Jack23/09/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Paul is incredible. I received a surprise penalty from the HMRC and this was my first time working with an accountant and couldn't have been any happier with Paul. He took his time to understand the problem over the phone, connected to my computer to look at my accounts and within less than 15 minutes had identified the issue and made really sound recommendations. I'll certainly be using Paul moving forward, highly recommend.Posted on Rebecca Johnston20/09/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Paul has been very helpful especially as this is my first time ever dealing with accountants very informative and efficient. Thank you!Posted on Lewis Pierce05/04/2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Paul was extremely helpful. He gave me solid advice for all of my queries. I would highly recommend if you want professional and personable solutions to any of your business needs. Thank you for your help Paul; I’m excited to work with you again in the very near future.
Your time is better spent growing your business, not grappling with spreadsheets and receipts. Plus, managing your books can quickly turn into a headache. If you want to alleviate that stress and free up your time, then an outsourced bookkeeping service is the way to go.
Here at A&C, we’re glad to be able to offer several services that relate to the various aspects of financial control and bookkeeping. From online VAT submissions and credit control to payroll and RTI submissions, you and your business can rest assured that all of your financial requirements are being dealt with accordingly, all in line with the legislation that rules the industry.
Not only does that save you time and effort, but it means you’ll have access to accurate financial data at any given moment, from cash flow to outstanding invoices – aiding your decision-making and business planning.
Our bookkeeping services include:
Beyond bookkeeping, our dedicated team of chartered accountants has over 40 years of combined experience. We can provide a full suite of accounting services to support your business, whether that’s providing specialist tax advice, creating valuable financial forecasts, or saving time and effort on payroll.
As Xero Platinum Partners, we utilise online tools for 24/7 management. Stay on top of your finances with seamless, round-the-clock access.
As an independent, family-owned firm, we build client relationships often lasting many years by offering a personal service that larger firms simply can’t match.
We're proud of our work and the kind feedback we receive from our clients. Check out our reviews and testimonials to see what makes us so well-placed to help you.
Our mission is to support your growth, ease financial worries, and take your business to the next level. Let’s streamline your finances, and achieve long-term success.
For a free, no-obligation consultation, fill in the contact form below or call us on 0161 962 1855.
We’ll organise a time and date to discuss your bookkeeping and broader accounting requirements, either over the phone or at our offices in Manchester and Sale.
Bookkeeping is the day-to-day maintenance and recording of financial information within a business. For example, reconciling transactions, issuing invoices, paying bills, and more. It’s a legal requirement to maintain such records for limited companies, making bookkeeping incredibly important. Plus, good bookkeeping makes it easier to perform more advanced accounting, like producing financial reports and preparing tax returns.
You should be maintaining and updating your books regularly. Weekly works for most businesses, although if you have fewer transactions then monthly is fine. If you don’t have the time to do your bookkeeping, then you might want to look at outsourcing to a professional bookkeeper (like us!).
If you’re struggling to keep your financial records up-to-date, finding it difficult to stay on top of invoices and expenses, or you’re spending too much time on admin tasks rather than growing your business, it’s a good sign that you could benefit from bookkeeping support.
We’re based in Manchester, although we can work remotely with clients across the UK. Our happy customers include a huge range of organisations, from sole traders and small businesses to startups and large firms.
We’re a Xero Platinum Partner, meaning we have extensive experience with that platform. We can get you set up with Xero, or help you make the switch from another platform if needed.
Most businesses will now use some form of cloud accounting software, especially with the UK’s Making Tax Digital initiative. While these platforms make certain tasks smoother, they still require regular upkeep and accurate data entry. Bookkeepers help set up and manage your software, ensuring your books are being run effectively, efficiently, and in compliance with the law.