Accounting and advisory for startups
From incorporation to your first hires, your first VAT return to your Series A: Beacon & Ledger is the financial partner for founders who need more than a bookkeeper.
Everything a startup needs in one place
Incorporation support
Ltd company setup, Companies House filing, registered office advice.
Xero setup & migration
Full Xero configuration as a certified Xero Partner: chart of accounts, bank feeds, everything.
Monthly bookkeeping
Reconciliation, transaction coding, and monthly reporting. You're always current.
Payroll & PAYE setup
From your first hire: PAYE registration, payslips, RTI, auto-enrolment.
VAT registration & returns
MTD-compliant VAT registration and quarterly filing. Flat rate vs standard: we advise correctly.
Management accounts
Monthly financial insights for decision-making, fundraising, and investor reporting.
Corporation tax & annual accounts
CT600 and statutory accounts filed accurately and on time.
Business advisory
Ongoing strategic guidance: salary strategy, cashflow planning, investor prep.
Why startup founders choose Beacon & Ledger
We're a Xero Partner. We configure, run, and explain your Xero account from day one.
ACCA-qualified with direct experience supporting early-stage businesses, not just compliance expertise.
We speak founder language. No jargon. No monthly mystery in your P&L.
We work with pre-revenue startups. You don't need to be making money to need an advisor.
Based in Birmingham. Working with founders UK-wide via Xero and Zoom.
Xero Certified Partner
As a Xero Partner, we set up your Xero account correctly, run your bookkeeping inside it, and give you real-time financial visibility. Your investors will thank you.
Talk to your startup advisor
Book a free 30-minute discovery call. We'll discuss your setup and tell you exactly what you need.
Common questions
Do I need an accountant before I have any revenue?
Yes. Getting your structure right before trading saves significant money and complexity later. We work with pre-revenue founders on incorporation, Xero setup, and financial planning so you start on solid ground.
What makes Beacon & Ledger different from other accountants?
We position ourselves as a business advisor and financial partner, not just a compliance service. We show up before the problem, not after the deadline. Femi is ACCA-qualified with direct startup experience and a Xero Partner certification.
How does pricing work for startups?
We tailor quotes to each business. From a setup package for pre-revenue founders to full ongoing advisory as you grow. Book a free intro call and we'll give you a clear picture of what it costs.
Can you help us prepare for fundraising?
Yes. Management accounts, investor-ready reporting, and financial modelling support are part of our advisory service for growing startups.
Ready to build on solid financial ground?
Free 30-minute call. No obligation.