Expert Bookkeeping Services for Startups & Scale-Ups

Handling your books, so you can focus on growth

At Standard Ledger, we get it – you’re building a dream, not just a business. Our flexible, scalable and straightforward bookkeeping services simplify your startup’s finances, so you can focus on growth.

Why Choose Standard Ledger UK?

Our services are crafted with the unique needs of startups and scaleups in mind. From day one to IPO, we’re here for every step of your financial journey.

Start with what you need and expand as you grow. With FinOps expertise, our scalable bookkeeping solutions provide real-time insights for smooth, sustainable growth.

Say goodbye to financial surprises with our clear, set-price services. No hidden fees, no lock-in contracts – just straightforward solutions that you can count on.

As Xero Platinum Partners, we’ll help you to utilise the latest in accounting tech for seamless integration and real-time insights, helping you stay ahead with minimal effort.

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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

HealsGood AI

Founder & CEO

“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

Powerpal

exited Founder

“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

Gathera

Co-founder

“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

Gerford AI

Founder & CEO

“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

Stella Startups

Co-founder

“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

Mobble

Co-founder

Your success is our commitment.

We promise to save you time and stress with our expert bookkeeping services. If we don’t save you time within three months of doing your bookkeeping, we’ll refund you. That’s our commitment to your success.

Choose the right bookkeeping & accounting support for your stage.

No lock ins (ever).

DIY

For founders who want to keep costs low and stay hands-on with their books.

£0

Excludes VAT · £195 set-up fee & Xero fees

✓Xero set up – automated bank feeds + basic expense / revenue categories
✓1 hr Xero training

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Launch

Ideal for early-stage startups who want to stay on top of their finances with a bit of extra support.

£200/month

Excludes VAT · £195 set-up fee & Xero fees

✓Standard Xero set up
✓1 hr Xero training
✓Snap n send receipts / invoices / expenses
✓Quarterly VAT
✓Up to 100 transactions / month

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Go

For growing startups who need more structure, visibility & monthly financials.

£360/month

Excludes VAT · £195 set-up fee & Xero fees

✓Customised Xero set up
✓1.5 hr Xero training
✓Snap n send receipts / invoices / expenses
✓Quarterly VAT
✓Monthly management report
✓Up to 200 transactions / month

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Grow

Best for established startups who need detailed financial insight and higher transaction volumes.

£480/month

Excludes VAT · £195 set-up fee & Xero fees

✓Customised Xero set up
✓1.5 hr Xero training
✓Snap n send receipts / invoices / expenses
✓Quarterly VAT
✓Monthly management report
✓Up to 300 transactions / month

Get started

We apply our Fair Use Policy to all services with volume estimates – please see our Terms & Conditions for more info.

Please get in touch for a custom proposal if you have a greater transaction volume.

Did You Know?

Bookkeeping is about recording financial transactions and tracking them to see how your business is doing.

You’ll still handle customer invoicing and bill payments. Or we can do that too, as well as a few other nifty things.

Accounts Payable

As your business grows, managing supplier payments becomes more challenging. We handle everything from setting up electronic payments and supplier communications to monthly reconciliation. Each business has unique needs, so contact us for a tailored quote.

Accounts Receivable

Getting paid for your work is essential but who likes chasing customers for money? We’re skilled at handling this with proven tech, processes, and our friendly team. Your customer management needs will be unique, so it’s best to get in touch and take it from there.

Finance Operations

Finance isn’t about figures. It’s about what they tell us. In many businesses, that info needs to be pieced together from different systems and software. We know how to bring this together for accurate insights. Get in touch to see how we can work with you and your tech.

Ready to get started?

Your startup’s numbers should do more than tick boxes – they should drive decisions. We handle your accounting and bookkeeping so your finances are clear, compliant and ready for investors – giving you the insights you need to grow faster.

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