Accounting & finance for UK founders
Hands-on financial support for startups & scale-ups
Made for UK founders, from pre-seed to Series A and beyond.
From bookkeeping and tax to fractional CFO, we handle your entire finance function so you can focus on building.
Startup & Scale-Up Specialists
Finance designed for fast-moving startups. Securing funding, hiring or planning your next move? We’ve got you covered.
End-to-End Scalable Services
From day-to-day bookkeeping to CFO support and financial modelling, we handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on growth.
Tech-Driven, Fixed-Fee
Cloud-based automation & Xero-powered finance with clear, fixed pricing – know exactly what you’re paying for.
A Finance Team That Grows With You.
We’re not regular accountants – we’re built for startups. That means no outdated processes, no surprise fees and no generic advice. Just the financial expertise you need to scale, from a team that understands the fast-moving world of startups and scale-ups.
For over a decade, we’ve helped founders turn big ambitions into real growth. Whether you’re hiring, scaling or expanding, we’re here to give you the clarity, support and confidence to move faster and grow stronger.
Bookkeeping & Accounting
Accurate, up-to-date books – ready for investors, tax season & smarter decisions.
Fractional CFO Support
Expert financial leadership to help you manage cash flow, secure investment and scale.
Payroll Services
Payroll, PAYE & pensions – pay your team on time and say goodbye to payroll headaches.
Valuations
Get a clear, defensible valuation for fundraising, share schemes or exits.
Financial Modelling
Build investor-ready financial models to plan growth and make smarter decisions.
Tax Services
VAT, corporation tax, self-assessments & more – stay compliant, stay efficient.
SEIS/EIS Advance Assurance
Get HMRC approval and give investors confidence their investment qualifies for SEIS/EIS tax relief.
R&D Tax Credits
Claim back a percentage of your innovation costs and put cash back into your startup.
Company Set-Up
From registration to share structures, we’ll set up your company the right way for growth.
Startup founders ♥ Standard Ledger
Building a startup is hard. Figuring out your finances shouldn’t be. From capital raising to exits, we’ve helped founders make the right moves – faster and with less stress.
“Closing our £2.5m round with Octopus Ventures was a huge milestone for HealsGood AI. Standard Ledger were instrumental throughout the process – helping us stay investor-ready, manage due diligence and present a clear financial story. They brought real structure and focus, which made a complex raise feel controlled and achievable. Having that level of financial leadership on our side gave us the confidence to move fast and negotiate from a position of strength.”
Jack Henderson
“Standard Ledger’s fractional CFO services identified KPIs driving operational improvements, making us an attractive acquisition target. Strategic exit planning structured our finances to maximise returns, and negotiating the complexities of the sale process secured us a deal that recognised our full value.”
Peter Neal
“Standard Ledger saved us from trouble during our UK setup. They turned around crucial work in 48 hours, preventing fines. Having the support you can trust, who knows what they’re doing, means less stress and frees up a lot of mental space.”
Peter Cole
“Standard Ledger was incredibly helpful in reviewing and modelling our finances. Thanks to their support, we reshaped our strategy and identified areas for growth. We are now ready for expansion into new sports and markets.”
Iggy Jovanovic
“We didn’t hesitate to outsource our company set up to Standard Ledger. Knowing that they’ll let us know what’s needed, where to sign and what to do is a huge weight off our shoulders. Our bank even commented on how well set up our documentation was!”
Gemma Clancy
“Having Standard Ledger manage bookkeeping has freed up a lot of time. It means I spend less time worrying about money and more time thinking about the bigger picture.”
Jock Lawrence
Let’s Get Your Startup’s Finances Sorted.
We help founders like you tackle financial challenges – from funding strategy to cash flow management. Let’s map out your best path forward.
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