Bookkeeping solutions

For streamlined, efficient and smart finances

Hillier Hopkins LLP

Chartered Accountants & Tax Advisers

Call +44 (0)330 024 3200 and discover how we can help you.

Speed things up and reduce your workload with our accurate and efficient bookkeeping service. Make better business decisions with real-time information and financial insights.

Bookkeeping

Good bookkeeping is essential to the success of every business. If you feel your bookkeeping is holding you back, we can help.

Our bookkeeping solution reduces your admin burden, freeing you up to do what you do best – running your business. You’ll be safe in the knowledge that your company’s financial transactions are always up-to-date, accurately recorded and expertly organised.

Whether you want to improve cash flow, reduce debtor days, increase profitability or grow your business, you’ll have reliable management information on which you can base your decisions with confidence.

Our approach to bookkeeping is to set up systems, processes and workflows to automate as much as possible and use the best software on the market. We typically work on Xero and utilise connnected applications such as Dext Prepare or Precision, plus any apps specific to your industry or operations.

Every business is different so we work with your individual needs and requirements.

What we do

Bookkeeping

Bookkeeping

The cost-effective way to ensure your company’s financial transactions are always up-to-date, accurately recorded and expertly organised.

Management accounts

Management accounts

Gain a better understanding of your business’s financial performance. Reliable information at your fingertips, helping you save costs and improve profit.  Start with our standard management information packs or build a bespoke set tailored to your business.

Cash flow forecasting

Cash flow forecasting

Once we have accurate data we can start to look forward and project where the business is going, we can assist with scenario based planning to assist in the decision making processes.

Cloud migration

Cloud migration

Harness the power of real-time, automated accounting by migrating to Xero.  Our cloud experts will get you started with training and all the apps you need to hit the ground running from day one. 

Transformation

Transformation

Transformation starts with a review of your internal accounting systems to identify improvements. We can then make recommendations that will provide additional functionality, solve challenges and drive efficiency. This could include apps such as data capture, eCommerce, credit control, reporting (inc cashflow), CRM and job tracking. 

Xero training

Xero training

To get the most out of Xero, you need to know your way around it. We offer a number of training options, for everyone from total beginners to more experienced users. Our training can be done in-person or on Teams and is bespoke to you, so it is relevant even for the most specialised businesses.

Xero to Hero training

Xero to Hero training

Our Xero to Hero training session does just that. Giving you all the skills you need to master the Dashboard, sales invoicing, purchase invoicing, contacts, bank, reports and payroll.

"Everyone in the bookkeeping team is passionate about cloud, driving efficiency and ultimately solving your accounting problems. Whatever the pain point in your current accounting system, please just reach out to see how we can help you, it’s what we love doing!"
Alex Skipper- Cloud Accounting Director

Call Alex on 01908 713 853 or email alex.skipper@hhllp.co.uk

Apps we work with

Do you need a bookkeeping service?

You are happy doing some of the finance functions such as raising invoices and paying bills but need help keeping your books up to date and accessing management information.

FAQs

How do I claim back tax?

How do I declare my second income?

GP expenses – what will HMRC allow?

What taxes does a business pay when employing staff?

What Taxes Does a Business Have to Pay on its Trading Activities?

What is the CITB Levy for Construction Activities?

What are the advantages of a limited company?

How do I set up a limited company?

What is the flat rate scheme for VAT (contractors)?

What expenses can I claim as a contractor?

What is IR35 and The Settlements Legislation?

What are AAF 01/06 assurance reports?

Does my FCA regulated firm need a statutory audit?

What are Client Money and Custody Asset (CASS) Assurance Reports?

How do I account for the Government’s Coronavirus support?

Making Tax Digital FAQs

What are SDLT Grazing Rights?

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) saving opportunities

Job Retention Scheme FAQs

What do all these customs terms and abbreviations mean?

Am I getting the right returns on my investment?

Are my investments and strategy right for me?

What is all this about an on-line tax account I have read about?

What is research and development tax relief?

Are you planning on selling a property in the UK as a non-resident?

I have just arrived in the UK – how do I register for tax?

How long can I spend in the UK without becoming a resident?

What are furnished holiday lettings?

I sold a property this year and HMRC say I need to do a tax return?

I have just started a business, do I need to complete a tax return?

Suppose I make gifts to charity?

Is it not very expensive to use trusts?

Are trusts just for dodgy tax schemes?

Can I give away everything while I am still alive?

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT): Q&A

What are SDLT opportunity knocks?

What are mixed-use and multiple dwellings relief?

Are some audits better than others?

Why might I need a UK holding company?

What is non-residential capital gains tax on UK properties?

What expenses can I claim as a residential landlord?

End of wear and tear allowance for 2016 – 17

How do we prepare for a successful annual audit?

LLP v Limited Company – what’s best?

Why should I have an exit strategy, I’m not retiring yet?

How long will it take me to sell my business?

What’s the best way to incentivise staff?

How can I increase the value of my business?

Does my business qualify for EIS or SEIS?

How do I choose the right source of finance option for my business?

Am I getting the information I need?

Are my accounting systems fit for purpose?

What is Land Remediation Relief?

What are the benefits for having Electric vehicles?

What are taxable employment benefits and expenses?

What is the Apprenticeship Levy?

What are Trivial Benefits?

How are the research and development guidelines applied to software?

What is research and development and which costs qualify?

How do I reduce my company’s tax bills for R&D?

Does my business qualify for the Patent Box scheme?

What is the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS)?

What is Business asset roll over relief?

How do Enterprise Management Incentives (EMI) work?

What is EIS (Enterprise Investment Scheme)?

How can I claim Capital Allowances on properties?

What is Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (“ATED”)?

How do I recover foreign EU VAT?

I want to do business overseas, but it all looks so complicated?

Is it a good idea to buy a property within my company?

Can you help me agree a payment plan for corporation tax?

Why has HMRC told me to pay VAT monthly?

Why am I paying tax quarterly?

Is my company paying too much tax?

Does an audit create problems or solve them?

How does an audit add value?

Is there an alternative to an audit?

Can I have assurance without paying for an audit?

How can an audit help me?

Does my company need an audit?

What is an audit and why may I need one?

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