Bookkeeping
Bookkeeping is the essential foundation of any business’s financial management. At Brackenfern, we provide meticulous, ongoing bookkeeping services that keep your records up to date, organised, and fully compliant. Whether you’re a sole trader or a growing limited company, we help ensure that every transaction is correctly recorded, all expenses are categorised properly, and you’re […]
Accounts Preparation (Year-End Accounts)
Year-end accounts are not just a compliance requirement—they’re a key snapshot of your business’s financial health. We prepare statutory accounts tailored to your legal structure and industry, ensuring full compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements. Beyond ticking boxes, we use your accounts to explain how your business is performing, where you’re most profitable, and […]
Corporation Tax Returns
Corporation tax is one of the biggest financial obligations for limited companies. Our team handles everything from calculating your liability to identifying allowances and reliefs that can reduce your bill. We file your return (CT600) directly with HMRC and ensure your figures are accurate, justified, and timely. You’ll benefit from proactive tax planning insights, seamless […]
VAT Returns
VAT is a complex area with frequent rule changes and strict deadlines. Brackenfern takes the hassle out of VAT by preparing and submitting your returns accurately and on time. We work with a wide range of VAT schemes—Standard, Flat Rate, Margin—and advise you on the best fit for your business. Our service includes regular reviews […]
Payroll Services
Payroll must be done right—every time. Mistakes can affect staff morale, attract penalties, and damage your reputation. Our fully managed payroll service handles weekly or monthly payroll runs, Real Time Information (RTI) submissions to HMRC, payslip generation, and statutory deductions (like PAYE, NICs, pensions). We also manage pension auto-enrolment and compliance. Whether you’re paying one […]
Management Accounts
Management accounts provide timely, relevant financial insights that support smarter business decisions. Unlike year-end accounts, which look backwards, management accounts give you an up-to-date view of performance—monthly or quarterly. At Brackenfern, we tailor each report to your goals, tracking key indicators like profit margins, cash flow, and overheads. You’ll receive clear, actionable reports with commentary […]
Business Tax Planning
Tax shouldn’t just be something you deal with at year-end. Smart, proactive planning can reduce your business’s tax liability legally and significantly. Our tax planning service looks at your full financial position—past, present, and future—to identify ways to optimise your tax efficiency. We advise on allowable expenses, capital allowances, R&D reliefs, director salary/dividend strategies, and […]
Cash Flow Forecasting
Cash flow issues are one of the top reasons businesses fail—not because they’re unprofitable, but because they run out of liquid funds. Brackenfern’s forecasting service gives you a forward view of your cash position so you can anticipate challenges, plan payments, and stay financially agile. We build bespoke forecasts based on your actual income and […]
Budgeting for Businesses
Budgeting is more than setting spending limits—it’s about aligning your financial resources with your strategic objectives. At Brackenfern, we work with you to create detailed budgets for the whole business or specific projects. Our approach helps identify areas of overspending, improve cost control, and monitor actual performance against plan. With ongoing reviews and easy-to-read reports, […]
Business Start-Up Advice
Starting a business is exciting—but getting it right from the beginning is critical. Our start-up advisory service helps entrepreneurs choose the right structure (sole trader, limited company, partnership), register with HMRC and Companies House, and set up VAT, payroll, or bookkeeping systems. We also guide you through early budgeting, pricing models, and tax responsibilities. With […]