Tech Startup Accountants
Accounting for Startups & Rapidly Growing Technology Companies
Scaling a tech startup requires more than just innovation—you need strong financial management. We help tech founders navigate tax reliefs, investment schemes, and accounting compliance, ensuring your startup is built for growth.
At Launch Accounts, we provide specialist accounting, helping you navigate the unique financial challenges that come with launching and scaling a tech startup. From securing investment, managing R&D tax credits, cash flow, and tax compliance, we ensure you make the most of government incentives while keeping your finances in order.
Our services include:
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SEIS & EIS applications – Helping you secure investment with tax-efficient funding schemes
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R&D tax credit claims – Ensuring you maximise tax relief on innovation and development costs
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Management accounts & cash flow forecasting – Helping you manage burn rate and extend runway
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Bookkeeping & VAT compliance – Keeping your records up to date and ensuring HMRC compliance
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EMI valuations – Supporting employee share schemes and tax-efficient incentives
Whether you’re a pre-seed startup, VC-backed scale-up, or bootstrapped tech company, we provide the financial expertise and strategic insights needed to fuel growth.
Startup Accounting
Accounting for startups, ensuring compliance & investor readiness.
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What are year-end accounts, and why are they important?Year-end accounts are a summary of your company’s financial activity over the accounting period. They include a profit and loss statement and a balance sheet. These reports are required for compliance with Companies House and HMRC and help businesses assess financial performance and tax obligations.
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When do I need to file my accounts with Companies House?Limited companies in the UK must file their annual accounts within 9 months of the company’s financial year-end. Filing late can result in penalties, so it’s essential to work with a reliable accountant like Launch Accounts to meet deadlines.
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What cloud accounting software do you recommend?We specialise in Xero (but can also work with other cloud accounting software) and work with businesses already using the platform to optimise their accounting processes. As Xero experts, we ensure your financial records are accurate, compliant, and efficient, helping you get the most out of cloud accounting. If you're currently using another system, we also provide seamless migration to Xero, ensuring a smooth transition with minimal disruption to your business. With automated bank feeds, real-time financial insights, and effortless tax submissions, cloud accounting makes managing your finances easier than ever.
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What’s included in your year-end accounts service?Our year-end accounts service includes: Preparation of financial statements (profit & loss, balance sheet) Companies House submission Corporation tax return (CT600) filing with HMRC Cloud accounting support for Xero Tax efficiency advice to help minimise liabilities Year-end accounts virtual meeting
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How can I switch my accounting to Launch Accounts?Switching to Launch Accounts is seamless. We handle everything, from liaising with your previous accountant to registering as your Agent with HMRC. Many clients worry that changing accountants will be complicated, but the process is straightforward, and your current accountant is required to provide the necessary information. We make the transition smooth, ensuring minimal disruption while keeping your accounts compliant and up to date.
Let’s Talk About Your Startup’s Finances
Need a hand with your startup accounts? Give us a shout!
Building a tech startup is challenging enough — let us handle the accounting, tax planning, and compliance. We help you maximise tax reliefs, attract investment, and scale faster.
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Start the conversation today – get in touch to see how we can help.