Business Start-Ups

Business Start-Up Services

Helping you start your business journey

Getting it right from the start

Taking A step into business?

There are many different reasons for starting your own business. It is a big decision to make but once you have made it how do you set it all up? Turning your idea into a real business is the first step.

For most new business owners the world of legal responsibility and accounting is a totally foreign concept, so it is vital to get the right help from the right people.

I have helped many new start-ups over my many years as a qualified accountant, whether they be a full-time business or a side-hustle to begin with.

Getting things right from the start will help your business succeed and be prepared for growth. So I have developed a range of business start-up services to get you started.

Your business structure

As your business is being set up you have a few options for the legal structure that you use. Sole Trader, Partnership, Limited Company?

Which you choose is an important decision and there are a number of considerations – and not just tax.

I will discuss your business with you, as it is now and how you intend it to progress so that I can advise you on which set up is best for you. Of course what is right now may change in the future as your business grows and changes – but we’ll keep that in mind at all times.

Setting the business up

Once a structure has been agreed you need to set it in motion. There are a number of tasks to undertake and I will help you with all of these:

  • Register the business with HMRC and Companies House (if applicable)
  • Prepare a business plan (you should always have a plan), cashflow projections, budgets and forecasts
  • Consider what financing will be required and what will be the best source
  • Set up banking arrangements
  • Set up a bookkeeping system, either internal or external
  • Deal with Company Secretarial issues if applicable
  • HMRC provide some guidance on business start-ups which you can access by clicking here

Other professionals

You may need help from other professionals as you set up and grow your business. I can make recommendations with a number of contacts I have established over the years. Furthermore, I know they can deliver an excellent service to you, otherwise I would not recommend them.

Such areas that you may need help in:

main reasons for starting your own business | John Lawrnce |Guida Accountancy
Business start-up services | Guida Accountancy
Business start-up services | Guida Accountancy
"I'd absolutely recommend John. Soon after starting my Limited company I quickly learned that the tax and accounting requirements involved were way out of my capability. Finding John was a god-send. He has completely taken the pressure off my shoulders (and my memory!). I get friendly reminders when deadlines are coming up and he always keeps me informed about what needs to be done or what work he's doing. Everything is completed efficiently and submitted on time but I love John's no nonsense approach. Great guy, great service."
Kim AaronricksDirector - World of Magick Limited
John has taken care of my business since day 0, highly recommended, kind, approachable, very skilled, timely, and so patient! I am so happy to have crossed paths with John, our collaboration continues and utmost likely will. I haven't words enough to express my great appreciation and thankfulness for his professional and human approach. Thank you!
Giavanna FuscoDirector - PHI-Power Hidden Inside Ltd
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I aim to be as transparent as possible with my fees. Therefore, I have developed a standard pricing schedule for the type and size of businesses. Please click on the link below to view.

Prices

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Getting it right from the start

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John Lawrence | member of Institute of Chartered Accountants England and Wales | Guida Accountancy