Accountants for Software Developers
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You guessed it...we like to code
(but we are not like you – we are just amateurs.)
However, with a background in computer science we are in quite an unusual position for accountants to really understand your needs.
That makes things like R&D tax credits far more meaningful as we have an understanding of both the tax and the technology involved.
Debugging your finance function
Having a keen interest in IT means we can also better help you with your accounts.
Whether it is setting up your business so that it works efficiently and integrates with your apps, navigating overseas VAT or preparing your business for raising funds, we can help you.
We know the accounts are not going to be the highest priority to you but we will be there to make sure that what needs to happen does happen, and make sure you are claim back what you can to make your funds stretch further.
Where you are developing your own product, or providing services to another firm, we can help make sure that your accounts are where they need to be so you don’t have to spend more time on it than is necessary.
Our Packages
How we can help software developers like you
- For limited companies that just need their year end accounts completing.
- Year end company accounts and corporation tax return
- Accounting Support
- Quick Queries - Telephone and email support
- Add ons
- Bookkeeping quoted separately
- VAT returns from £40 plus VAT per month
- Maintenance of statutory register from £15 plus VAT per month
- Discounted accounting software
- Everything you need to run you company, keep you compliant and minimise your tax
- Everything in Silver
- plus
- Basic company formation
- Up to 2 hours accounting software set up
- Standard annual profit extraction strategy
- Payroll - Up to 2 fixed salaries per month
- Directors self assessment - up to 2 directors
- Company annual confirmation statement
- Maintenance of statutory register
- Add ons
- Bookkeeping quoted separately
- VAT returns from £40 plus VAT per month
- Advanced company formation £99 plus VAT (one off)
- Discounted accounting software
- For businesses needing more in year support to help manage their business finances.
- Everything in Gold
- plus
- Advanced company formation
- Annual plld benefit in kind submission
- Quarterly review, update and feedback on accounts and tax position - Up to 45 minutes per quarter
- Add ons
- Bookkeeping quoted separately
- VAT returns from £40 plus VAT per month
- Discounted accounting software
Benefits
Reasons why we're the right accountant for software developers
Truly Supported
All our plans come with accounting support (if you get stuck using your accounting software, or need some help with a particular transaction), quick queries (10 minute queries are totally free) and profit extraction advice (how to get your money out of your business without overpaying tax) as standard. That way you are fully supported in all your endeavours.
Keeping it Simple
Simplicity is much underrated. We won't be pushing services you don't need, or that won't be valuable for you once you've taken accountancy fees into account.
Rather we will be pushing you towards a simple, efficient and streamlined finance function so that you are running a well oiled machine that works for you.
Bespoke Packages
We start with you. Then we pick a base package that best fits your needs. Then we tailor it so that it truly fits your needs.
As you grow, or change, we add on the services you need as you need them.
Its quite simple really.
Comprehensive Plan
Our plans are designed for businesses with your specific needs. We start with a base plan and tailor it to your individual needs so you only pay for what you require
Fixed Fees
No more large unexpected accountancy fees at the year end. We work out what you need and charge a fixed monthly fee on the basis of that, so you always know where you are up to. Nice and simple
Advice when you need it
All our plans come with our quick queries support, accounting support and profit extraction advice, so you are covered in case you need some help or advice throughout the year.
Clear Focus
We are a boutique firm of accountants, which means we focus on our particular niche of helping owners of service based limited companies.
Great Service
Our many Google reviews reveals that the thing our clients like the most about us is our great overall service. That's why so many customers recommend us to their friends, family and colleagues
An accountant that responds to your needs
No more waiting for days and weeks for a response from your accountant. You need answers now to allow you to make decisions and drive your business forward.
We give them.
Award winning accountancy
We've been voted as the one of the top three accountancy firms in Southampton by Top Three Rated for three years in a row
Super efficient working
We are already a super-efficient accountancy firm, but we will never stop striving for better ways to make your life easier by improving our own processes.
Loads of happy clients
Our clients have said some truly remarkable things about us. We are proud to currently have over 50 5 star Google reviews. We strive hard every day to live up to the expectations set by our clients. So far so good...
Qualified Chartered Accountants
Anyone can call themselves an accountant, but in order to call yourself a Chartered Accountant you have to be qualified, experienced and regulated by the ICAEW.
Quality time with your accountant
We take the time to get to know you at the start, so we can better advise you in the future. You deserve an accountant that will work with you to achieve your goals and take the time to fully explain things to you.
Truly Supported
All our plans come with accounting support (if you get stuck using your accounting software, or need some help with a particular transaction), quick queries (10 minute queries are totally free) and profit extraction advice (how to get your money out of your business without overpaying tax) as standard. That way you are fully supported in all your endeavours.
Fixed fees - predictable costs
Our fixed fee packages mean that you can budget for you accounting as you go through the year, and not be hit by any surprise large bills at the end of the year.
Client Testimonials
5.0 58 reviews
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rhys williams
★★★★★
2 months ago
Gareth is professional, precise and communicative and a pleasure to work with. I'd recommend him to anyone
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Ben Burge
★★★★★
5 months ago
I imagine my line of work could be a nightmare for accountants with seemingly ever changing rules and regulations whilst wading through a lot of grey areas. Most would have turned away I'm … More sure, but Gareth and the team are extremely professional and took everything step by step and worked it through with me. They're exactly what you want from accountants.
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Rina Purdie
★★★★★
Excellent, professional, affordable and great comms. Our CIC accounts have now been saved by these angels. No hesitation required upon instructing services. This firm is your no1 choice!
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Nursh D
★★★★★
a year ago
I searched a lot for a reliable accountant, read countless reviews online. In the end, I chose The Accounting Studio - Accountants recommended by a successful friend. Gareth has been extremely … More helpful throughout, explaining everything as it happened so that I fully understood the process! Gareth even gave me a guid to running my business so I can learn more as I am new to this. He’s are very proactive, and also very friendly.
I appreciate the fact that I can reach out with any questions and receive a quick response from Gareth to help me with my issue or query.
I strongly recommend working with him! -
nathan sloan
★★★★★
From the first email to working through my company accounts Gareth has been great. Will certainly keep using his services from now on.
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Jessica Lok
★★★★★
a year ago
Highly Recommended Accountant
I've had the privilege of working with Gareth as my accountant for both my company and personal taxes for over two years.
Gareth is responsive and reliable, … More he goes the extra mile in addressing all my questions with thorough explanations. He is the most honest accountant I've ever worked with. I have complete confidence that everything is above board.
Gareth has also handled my complex tax situation, including double taxation due to my international move with ease, making my life much simpler.
Thank you, Gareth, for your exceptional support! -
Beatriz Tennent
★★★★★
a year ago
Gareth has been absolutly brilliant! Since we started working together he has been incredibly patient, and has taken the time to explain in detail and most importantly in simple terms all that … More we needed to know. We are very grateful, and relieved that finally we have found an accountant who will support us and our business for many years to come! Thank you Gareth.
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Emma Cook
★★★★★
I found The Accounting Studio a bit by chance, and I'm so glad I did. They took all the stress out of sorting accounts and were really understanding when things were a little new to me. … More
Would recommend to anyone, especially if you're like myself and just starting out. Big thank you to Gareth ???? -
James Rayner
★★★★★
Gareth is really knowledgable, friendly, and helpful, not to mention being reasonable priced too. I will be continuing to use The Accounting Studio for my accounts for my recruitment company … More for the foreseeable future.
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Roberta Caucino
★★★★★
If it was not for Gareth, I would be totally lost. I have never had my own company before, and he helps me step by step from opening the company to the tax submission. I cannot recommend him … More enough if you are looking for a consistent support and easy way to manage your company finances.
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Roberta Caucino-Lourenco
★★★★★
If it was not for Gareth, I would be totally lost. I have never had my own company before, and he helps me step by step from opening the company to the tax submission. I cannot recommend him … More enough if you are looking for a consistent support and easy way to manage your company finances.
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Hanna Ferguson
★★★★★
Friendly, professional and reliable service. I would highly recommend. All the support I received from Gareth during the first year of our business has been invaluable!
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Adrian Dawson
★★★★☆
Starting our new business required a good honest accountant. Our options were a large corporate accountancy firm or a smaller firm. We choose The Accounting Studio because it was clear on speaking … More to Gareth he valued us and wanted to support us, we got the feeling that our business was his business. After 12 months this has proved the case and he has provided a professional service, helpful advice and kept our accounts and reporting in pristine order.
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Emma-Rose Burge
★★★★★
Gareth of The Accounting Studio provides an exceptional service! He has been faced with complex situations in terms of both my business and personal accounts and has gone out of his way to ensure … More he provided individualised solutions. He is hugely knowledgable and makes every effort to ensure that I understand everything. Most importantly he has saved me a lot of money!
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Alice Davis
★★★★★
I set up an e-commerce business and chose Gareth at the Accounting Studio as he seemed to have good experience with managing the accounts of this type of business. I'm very glad I did - … More Gareth is very helpful and responsive, he takes care in what he does and with the work he provides. He's very patient with me - providing extra support when I struggle with certain accounting tasks I need to do myself. I feel like I'm in safe, supportive, competent hands.
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Mike Denness
★★★★★
We have been using The Accounting Studio for over a year now. Gareth has been a real asset as the company started and has provided a huge amount of support and guidance.
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Alastaire Mordecai (Outdoor Clocks)
★★★★★
Friendly and reliable, excellent for small business. Would not hesitate to recommend.
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Steve Chambers
★★★★★
Great service and support provided from the very beginning to set up and run through the first year of a new business. I went for the Gold plan and was very pleased with all the additional support … More given to ensure the company was set up and structured in the most effective way. Gareth always very happy to help and take time to explain everything, and provides great advice when required and without asking too - very proactive. Very pleased and one less thing to worry about.
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Tarryn Maynard
★★★★★
Gareth at the Accounting Studio has been amazing to work with since setting up my first business. He has helped in so many different areas that I honestly felt so confused about. He really takes … More the time to explain each step and goes out of his way to support you and your business. He’s been very patient with me from the start even with my limited knowledge of accounting. His skills, expertise and patience is a massive asset and I would 100% recommend him. Thank you Gareth for your ongoing help!
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Jenny Aylward
★★★★★
I’ve been really pleased with Gareth’s accountancy services – he’s always there to help with what you may need clarified, which is especially important when you are starting a new business.
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Suzanne Madden
★★★★★
Gareth has been a pleasure to deal with! He's made life easy for my husband and myself whilst completing personal and company accounts and has made sure that we filed them in the most tax … More efficient way!
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David
★★★★★
Found Gareth via Google. Friendly & professional on phone/in person. Works in a very clear and efficient manner. Uses digital signing to minimise paperwork. Excellent tailored advice such … More as FreeAgent software has really helped. Most impressed and highly recommended.
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James
★★★★★
I have used the services of The Accounting Studio for a year and have found their service to be excellent & prompt, helping me when required. I would recommend The Accounting Studio to anyone … More considering using them.
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Christopher Hammond
★★★★★
We recieved an excellent service from The Accounting Studio. They are quick to respond, easy to deal with and thorough in thier work. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to other businesses. … More
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Matt Topp
★★★★★
I've been using the accounting studio for nearly a year now. Gareth is very knowledgeable and helpful with the smallest of questions that i have.
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Awen Sophia Rose
★★★★★
I first stumbled upon Gareth's accountancy service on Google. Prior to this, I had met up with some local accountants but whose fees I simply could not afford. I was delighted to discover … More The Accounting Studio offers a comprehensive yet affordable service that is ideal for small startups such as myself. Gareth is very knowledgeable and patient as he explained various taxation nuances to me. His advice is pragmatic, savvy and relevant. He thinks like an entrepreneur which is very helpful! I would highly recommend The Accounting Studio to small businesses and sole traders.
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Sophie McDermott
★★★★★
After using many accountants in the past, I have found The Accounting Studio to be miles ahead of the rest. Gareth is informative, professional and friendly. He has always answered our questions … More quickly. Brilliant service which I would highly recommend and all at a great cost.
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Harry Spriggs
★★★★★
Excellent Experience! I run a software consulting company and have been using one of the bigger "cookie-cutter" style accountancy firms for the past few years. Switching to the Accounting … More Studio has been the best business decision I've made in years. Suddenly, I know exactly where my finances are at all times, I'm not constantly waiting in the dark for things to happen, and I don't have to jump through hoops to actually talk to my accountant. I can't recommend the Accounting Studio highly enough.
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Ralph Kent
★★★★★
Gareth has been very helpful and responsive in preparing my company year end accounts and my self-assessment. His accounting studio works efficiently using cloud-based documentation and digital … More signing.Gareth has a good knowledge of the pros and cons of the various accounting apps available to SMEs and is happy to advise on the most appropriate option. I am very happy with the service he provides.
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James McDermott
★★★★★
I would highly recommend Gareth. He is very efficient and makes everything clear. I am very happy with the great service he has provided.
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Rosalie Lamming
★★★★★
Everything was explained to me so clearly and patiently. Great advice and a friendly, professional service. Highly recommended. Thank you.
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Taras Filatov
★★★★★
Gareth and his team are super helpful and responsive. Highly recommended.