START-UPS

Most people starting up in business do so because they have a good business proposition and the enterprise and commitment to see it through.

However, they may not be experts in the legal and financial aspects of running a business and such matters often appear daunting. Fortunately you do not need to be an expert in these fields to succeed in business but you do need the support of a team of trained experts. We can help. Just bring us your business ideas and we will help you to make them a reality!

We will help you to:

• decide on the most suitable structure for your business – sole trader, partnership, limited liability partnership or limited company;

• prepare a business plan, cashflow projections, budgets, and trading forecasts;

• assess the finance requirements, advise on the best sources of finance and draw up the necessary proposals;

• establish a good working relationship with your bank;

• complete any registration procedures with Companies House and HM Revenue & Customs;

• deal with company secretarial issues;

• set up a recording system for your internal use and for complying with statutory requirements;

• decide on what computer hardware to buy and help with the installation of accountancy software;

• keep on top of bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and other accounting requirements; and

• help with all aspects of business compliance and administration.