Accounting Services in Derby & Uttoxeter
At The Balancer, we provide reliable and affordable accounting services for small businesses, limited companies, and the self-employed across Derby, Uttoxeter, and the surrounding areas. Whether you need help with company accounts, tax returns, VAT, payroll, or bookkeeping, we take care of the numbers so you can focus on running your business.
Limited Company Accounts & Corporation Tax Returns
We prepare and file limited company accounts and Corporation Tax returns with HMRC and Companies House, ensuring your business meets all legal requirements and deadlines. Our service includes clear explanations, accurate reporting, and proactive tax planning to help you minimise your liability and stay compliant.
Self-Assessment Tax Returns for the Self-Employed
If you’re a self-employed sole trader, freelancer, or landlord in Derby or Uttoxeter, we can take the stress out of your Self Assessment tax return. We’ll calculate your income, allowable expenses, and tax due, ensuring everything is submitted correctly and on time.
Monthly Payroll Services
Our monthly payroll service keeps your employees paid accurately and on schedule. We handle payslips, tax deductions, pension contributions, and all RTI submissions to HMRC. Whether you have one employee or a growing team, we’ll make payroll simple and compliant.
Monthly VAT Returns
We prepare and submit your VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and full compliance with Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements. From reconciling your records to managing VAT schemes, we help you avoid costly mistakes and keep your business running smoothly.
Bookkeeping Services
Good bookkeeping is the foundation of every successful business. We provide clear, up-to-date financial records so you always know where your business stands. Our bookkeeping services include bank reconciliation, invoicing, expense tracking, and regular reports tailored to your needs.
MTD for Income Tax
From April 2026, sole traders and landlords with qualifying income over £50,000 must keep digital records and send quarterly updates to HMRC. We’ll get you compliant — digital-ready bookkeeping, quarterly submissions, end-of-period statements, and your final declaration handled, so you can avoid a last-minute scramble before the deadline.
Balancer in a Box
Our all-in-one accounting package for established limited companies who aren’t getting the advice they need from their current accountant.
What’s included:
- Annual Limited Company Accounts filed
- Annual Corporation Tax return filed
- Annual Self-Assessment Tax return filed
- Monthly Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet
- Quarterly reviews on progress
- Clear, simple, pro-active advice
- An accountant you can actually talk to
£240/month + VAT
Billed monthly via GoCardless Direct Debit.
HMRC · MAKING TAX DIGITAL
Ready for MTD for Income Tax?
From April 2026, sole traders and landlords with qualifying income over £50,000 must keep digital records and send quarterly updates to HMRC. We’ll get you compliant — and keep it simple.
Q1
7 Aug
Apr – Jun update
Q2
7 Nov
Jul – Sep update
Q3
7 Feb
Oct – Dec update
Q4
7 May
Jan – Mar update
How we help
MTD-ready bookkeeping
Digital record-keeping set up in compliant software, synced to your bank feeds from day one.
Quarterly submissions
We prepare and file every quarterly update to HMRC, on time, every time — no chasing required.
End-of-period statements
Year-end adjustments handled and finalised, turning quarterly data into an accurate tax position.
Final declaration & tax planning
Your annual return submitted, with proactive advice to manage what you owe ahead of time.
Is this you?
- Self-employed with income over £50,000 from April 2026
- Landlord with property income over £50,000
- Approaching the £30,000 threshold from April 2027
- Currently using spreadsheets or paper records
- Unsure which software is compatible with HMRC
Get ahead of it
Switching now avoids a last-minute scramble — and gives us time to find efficiencies in your records before the first deadline lands.
Individual Services
Prefer to pick and choose? Here’s our pricing for individual services. All services are charged monthly via the GoCardless mandate.
Limited Company Accounts & Corporation Tax
From £780 + VAT/annum
Self Assessment tax returns for self employed businesses
From £360 + VAT/annum
Monthly Payroll
From £45/month + VAT
Monthly VAT
From £45/month + VAT
Bookkeeping
£90/month + VAT for up to 100 transactions, additional for more
MTD for Income Tax
Pricing on request — book a free review
Why Choose The Balancer
We are local, friendly accountants serving Derby and Uttoxeter. We offer transparent pricing with no hidden fees, expert advice for small businesses and the self-employed, and flexible support — from one-off help to full monthly management. Let us handle your accounts, tax, and paperwork so you can focus on growing your business.
If you don’t see what you need above, please contact me for an estimated cost.