Bookkeeping · Wirral
Bookkeeping done for you, or checked for you
We do your bookkeeping weekly, monthly, quarterly or annually, or you keep the books and we review them. We're accountants in Bromborough, Wirral, working with clients across the UK.
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AAT Licensed Accountant · QuickBooks Elite ProAdvisor · Bromborough, Wirral
Bookkeeping
Quoted for your business
Tell us what you need and how often, and we'll give you a price.
Full bookkeeping, or a review
Catch-up for any period
Two ways to work
Do you do my bookkeeping, or do I?
Either. We can do the full bookkeeping for you, or you can keep the books yourself and have us review them.
We do your bookkeeping
We keep your records and reconcile your bank, on a schedule that suits your business.
Bank reconciliation
All your bookkeeping records
Weekly, monthly, quarterly or annually
You do it, we review it
You keep your own books in your software, and we review them for peace of mind.
You keep your own records
An accountant reviews your books
In QuickBooks, Xero or FreeAgent
Behind with your books?
We offer catch-up bookkeeping. If your records have fallen behind, we bring them up to date for whatever period you need.
Software and receipts
Which bookkeeping software do you use?
We work in QuickBooks, Xero and FreeAgent, and we use Apron for AI receipt capture.
Cloud bookkeeping software
We work in QuickBooks, Xero and FreeAgent. QuickBooks is our preferred choice.
Receipt capture with Apron
Photograph a receipt on your phone and upload it with Apron. No more keeping paper in a shoebox.
Software in our packages
Our limited company, sole trader, partnership and LLP packages come with cloud bookkeeping software and AI receipt capture software.
Set-up and training
A service we provide: we set up your software, move you over from your old system and show you how to use it. Ask us to add it to your quote.
Records ready for year end
With your income and costs recorded through the year, we prepare your year end accounts from the same records.
Making Tax Digital records
The software we use is compatible with Making Tax Digital, so your records are kept in the digital form HMRC asks for.
The rules
How long do you have to keep business records?
Sole traders and partners must keep business records for at least 5 years after the 31 January submission deadline of the tax year they relate to. Limited companies must keep accounting records for 6 years from the end of the financial year they relate to.
VAT records must be kept for at least 6 years. HMRC can ask to see your records to check you're paying the right amount of tax. If you're self-employed, that means records of all your sales and income and all your business expenses, with proof such as receipts, bank statements and sales invoices.
For example, the online tax return for the 2026/27 tax year is due by 31 January 2028, so a sole trader keeps the records for that year until at least the end of January 2033.
How long to keep your records
Sole traders and partners
At least 5 years after the 31 January deadline for that tax year
Limited companies
6 years from the end of the financial year they relate to
VAT-registered businesses
At least 6 years for VAT records
Correct as at 5 October 2026 for the 2026/27 tax year.
Making Tax Digital
Which records does Making Tax Digital say must be digital?
If you're VAT registered, you must keep digital VAT records, in software that connects to HMRC, unless you're exempt. For Income Tax, sole traders and landlords with qualifying income over £50,000 have had to keep digital records since 6 April 2026.
The threshold falls to £30,000 from 6 April 2027 and £20,000 from 6 April 2028. Under Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, you create and store a digital record of your self-employment and property income and expenses in compatible software. You still keep the original documents behind them, such as bank statements and invoices.
For sole traders and landlords, Making Tax Digital compliance support is an add-on to our packages at £35 a month + VAT. Like all our prices, that is indicative and our team confirms the scope and final price.
When Making Tax Digital for Income Tax starts
Qualifying income over £50,000 in 2024/25
You start on 6 April 2026
Qualifying income over £30,000 in 2025/26
You start on 6 April 2027
Qualifying income over £20,000 in 2026/27
You start on 6 April 2028
Correct as at 5 October 2026 for the 2026/27 tax year.
How it works
How do you get started with us?
It takes three steps. Fill in our quote form, take a quick call from us to confirm what you need, then we get to work on your books.
It works the same way whether you're switching from another accountant or starting a new business, and you can switch part-way through your financial year.
1
Get your quote
Tell us about your business and how to reach you.
2
Take a quick call
We ring you to talk through how you keep your records now and confirm the price.
3
Leave it with us
We do your bookkeeping as often as you've chosen, or review the books you keep.
Pricing
How much does bookkeeping cost?
Bookkeeping is priced on application, because it depends on your business, which service you choose and how often you want it done. Tell us what you need and we'll quote for exactly that.
Cloud bookkeeping software and AI receipt capture software already come with our limited company, sole trader, partnership and LLP monthly packages. Those packages start from £60 a month + VAT for a sole trader and £80 a month + VAT for a limited company. Prices are indicative and subject to turnover not exceeding £150,000; our team confirms the scope and final price.
If your turnover is above £150,000, our team will give you a custom quote.
See our pricingBookkeeping
Price on application
Quoted for your business.
Full bookkeeping and bank reconciliation
Weekly, monthly, quarterly or annually
Or a review of your own books
Catch-up bookkeeping for any period
No minimum term. Pay by Direct Debit or card.
Reviews
What do clients say about Wainwrights?
“Wainwrights have been amazing - Liam is well informed, helpful and takes away the worry of the accounts as I know they are being looked at by an expert! Would thoroughly recommend, Liam is always responsive, supportive and I couldn't recommend him and the team more highly.”
Jenny, on Trustpilot, July 2026
Read our reviews on TrustpilotQuestions
What do people ask us about bookkeeping?
Do you do the bookkeeping, or do I?
Either. We can do the full bookkeeping for you, including bank reconciliation and all your records, or you can do it yourself and have us review it for peace of mind.
How often will you do my books?
Weekly, monthly, quarterly or annually. Tell us which suits your business when you ask for a quote.
My books are behind. Can you catch them up?
Yes. We offer catch-up bookkeeping for whatever period you need.
How much does bookkeeping cost?
Bookkeeping is priced on application, because it depends on your business, which service you choose and how often you want it done. Fill in our quote form or book a free call and we'll give you a price.
Which bookkeeping software do you use?
QuickBooks is our preferred software, and we're a QuickBooks Elite ProAdvisor firm. We also work with Xero and FreeAgent. We can provide your subscription and get any discounts available, or you can pay for it yourself.
How do I send you my receipts?
We use Apron for receipt capture. You photograph the receipt with the Apron app, upload it from your computer, or send it by WhatsApp.
How long do I have to keep my business records?
Sole traders and partners: at least 5 years after the 31 January deadline for that tax year. Limited companies: 6 years from the end of the financial year the records relate to. VAT records: at least 6 years.
Do I need to be on the Wirral?
No. We're based in Bromborough and work with businesses across the UK by phone, Zoom, WhatsApp and our client app. Our office is open 9am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday.
Can I switch to you part-way through the year?
Yes. We accept clients who switch part-way through their financial year, and we contact your previous accountant for the handover. Get a quote to start.
Ready when you are
Want your books in order?
Get a quote online, or book a free call with an accountant in Bromborough.