Bookkeeping & Accounting for Startups
Keep your accounts accurate, compliant, and investor-ready – without the hassle. We handle the numbers so you can focus on growing your business.
Financial clarity without the headaches
Managing your startup’s bookkeeping and accounting takes time – time better spent on building your business. But messy books can slow down growth, create tax headaches and turn off investors.
That’s where we come in. Our scalable, startup-focused service grows with you, from DIY-friendly support to full-scale bookkeeping and tax compliance. With simple, set pricing, you get expert financial management without the uncertainty.
- Guaranteed time saver
- DIY to full service
- Set-price (no surprises)
- No lock in contracts
- Xero Platinum Partner
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). All prices exclude VAT.
DIY
For founders who want to keep costs low and stay hands-on with their books.
- Xero set up – automated bank feeds + basic expense / revenue categories
- 1 hr Xero training
Launch
Ideal for early-stage startups who want to stay on top of their finances with a bit of extra support.
- Standard Xero set up
- 1 hr Xero training
- Snap n send receipts / invoices / expenses
- Quarterly VAT
- Up to 100 transactions / month
Go
For growing startups who need more structure, visibility & monthly financials.
- 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
Grow
Best for established startups who need detailed financial insight and higher transaction volumes.
- 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
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.
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 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
“John and the team have really understood our R&D story from day one, and have always had a plan for it. We’re in the third year of working together now, and it’s been really great.”
Nadun Hennayaka
“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
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.
Bookkeeping & Accounting That Grows with You.
Stay compliant, optimise tax efficiency and keep your finances investor-ready. Scalable support. Set pricing. No surprises.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between bookkeeping and accounting services?
Bookkeeping involves recording your daily financial transactions and keeping your accounts up to date, whilst accounting takes those records and turns them into insights for decision-making. We handle the bookkeeping side – tracking income, expenses and transactions – so your books are always accurate and investor-ready.
Which bookkeeping package is right for my startup?
If you’re bootstrapping and want to keep costs low, our DIY option gives you Xero setup and training for free (just a £185 setup fee). The Launch package (£185/month) suits early-stage startups with up to 100 transactions monthly, whilst Go (£315/month) and Grow (£445/month) are ideal for growing businesses that need monthly management reports and handle higher transaction volumes.
Can I switch between packages as my business grows?
Yes, absolutely – there are no lock-in contracts, so you can upgrade or downgrade your bookkeeping package anytime as your needs change. Our packages are designed to scale with your startup from DIY to full-service support.
What happens if I don't save time with your bookkeeping service?
We guarantee you’ll save time within three months of using our bookkeeping service, or we’ll refund you. That’s our commitment – if we’re not genuinely making your life easier and freeing you up to focus on growing your business, you don’t pay.
Do you handle invoicing and bill payments, or just the bookkeeping?
Our standard bookkeeping packages focus on recording transactions and keeping your books accurate, whilst you handle customer invoicing and supplier payments. However, we also offer Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable services if you’d prefer us to manage those tasks too – just get in touch for a tailored quote.