Small Business Accountant UK — Simplr Accounting

Small Business
Accounting,
Simplr.

Online accountants for UK sole traders, service businesses, trades, beauty professionals, hosts and local business owners.

Whether you walk dogs, do nails, plan weddings, tattoo clients, apply lashes or host on Airbnb — we keep your bookkeeping, tax returns, VAT and business records clear throughout the year.

01 / Why Simplr

Built for the way small businesses actually work.

Small business accounts are not just about filing a tax return once a year. You need clean records, clear expenses, cashflow awareness, tax planning and someone to ask when things start changing.

01

Small business specialists

We understand service businesses, local trades, beauty professionals, hosts, artists and sole traders across a wide range of industries.

02

Expenses reviewed

From mileage and supplies to software, rent, training, phone and home working costs — we help identify what you can legitimately claim.

03

Tax returns handled

Your Self Assessment is prepared, checked and filed with HMRC with your income and expenses reported correctly and on time.

04

Cloud bookkeeping

We use online tools like Xero and Hubdoc to keep your records tidy, digital and tax-ready without the admin pile-up.

05

VAT and MTD ready

As your income grows, we help with VAT registration, digital records and Making Tax Digital requirements when they apply.

06

Fixed monthly fees

No surprise bills, no confusing jargon — just clear accounting support at a price you know from day one.

Do small businesses pay tax?

If you earn it,
HMRC wants to know.

If your trading income is more than £1,000 in a tax year, you usually need to register as self-employed and file a Self Assessment tax return — whether that is your only income or sits alongside employment.

If your taxable turnover goes over £90,000 in a rolling 12-month period, you must register for VAT. And if your qualifying self-employed and property income is over £50,000, MTD for Income Tax will apply from 2026.

£1,000
Self Assessment
threshold
£90k
VAT registration
threshold
£50k
MTD Income Tax
from 2026
03 / Why Simplr

Not your typical accountants. Built for small businesses.

We keep things practical: clear records, plain-English advice, fixed fees and online systems that do not slow you down.

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Plain English

We explain tax, expenses, VAT and payments on account in a way that actually makes sense — no jargon, no condescension.

/ 02

Online-first

Everything is handled remotely with cloud bookkeeping and digital records that fit around your working day.

/ 03

Fixed fees

No hidden costs or surprise bills. You know exactly what you pay and what is included from the start.

/ 04

Growth-minded

We help you plan beyond the next deadline — whether that is VAT, incorporation, taking on staff or expanding your services.

04 / FAQs

Small business questions, straight answers.

Quick answers before you book a call.

Do I need an accountant for my small business?
You are not legally required to have one, but an accountant helps you file correctly, claim allowable expenses, plan for tax and avoid costly mistakes or missed deadlines. Most clients find the fee pays for itself quickly.
When do I need to register as self-employed?
If your trading income is more than £1,000 in a tax year you need to register as self-employed with HMRC and file a Self Assessment tax return, even if you also have employed income.
What expenses can small businesses claim?
Common allowable expenses include supplies, tools, equipment, software, insurance, mileage, phone, internet, training, rent, marketing, booking systems, accountancy fees and a business proportion of home working costs.
Can you help if I work from home?
Yes. We can help work out what home working costs may be allowable and how to keep records for them correctly — whether you use the simplified flat rate or actual costs method.
Do I need to register for VAT?
You must register for VAT if your taxable turnover goes over £90,000 in a rolling 12-month period, or if you expect to exceed £90,000 in the next 30 days. Some businesses register voluntarily before that threshold.
Should I trade as a sole trader or limited company?
It depends on your profit level, risk tolerance, admin appetite and goals. Many small businesses start as sole traders and consider incorporating as income grows. We can help you work out which structure makes sense for where you are now.
Ready to get started

Get your tax sorted.

Book a free, no-obligation discovery call. We will explain exactly what we can do for you — no jargon, no surprise fees.

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