Accounting partners for startups and scaleups

Get one-to-one guidance from growth focused accountants
who back you at every stage from bookkeeping to navigating the fundraising landscape.

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Start working with us in less than a week:

Fast, simple onboarding for time poor founders.

1 Get a quote

Our plans are flexible based on what your needs are right now. Speak to our team about your current goals and we’ll provide a suggested plan and quote.

2 Meet your accountant

We’ll match you with your dedicated accountant in as little as 24 hours.

If you’re working with another accountant already, we’ll manage the handover process from start to finish.

3 Software setup

New to accounting software or super-user, we’ll audit, setup and optimise your preferred tech stack. We save our clients hundreds of hours a year by implementing software across invoice capture, bookkeeping and more.

4 Get back to business

We takeover management of all of your accounting deadlines, so you can get back to running the business.

Accounting plans to match your growth stage

Whether you’re filing your first accounts or ready for a fully outsourced finance function, our team scales with you every step of the way from pre-seed to series A.

Get the basics right

Dedicated accountant
Accounting & bookkeeping
Annual accounts & compliance
24 hour responses in Slack or Teams
Discounted accounting software

Finance that moves as fast as you

Dedicated accountant
Accounting & bookkeeping
Annual accounts & compliance
24 hour responses in Slack or Teams
Discounted accounting software
Payroll & pension management
VAT registration & returns
Management Accounts

Accounting services built for startups:

Accounting Services:

Accounting & bookkeeping

Accurate records and a dedicated accountant who understands your business obsessing over the financial detail so you don’t have to.

Year end accounts & corporation tax

Fast, accurate annual submissions with reminders well before anything is due. Never miss a deadline again.

Payroll & pensions

Salary calculations, payslips, payments, pension submissions and HMRC filings all taken care of.

Digital-first accouting & software integrations

Up to 80% off Xero for the first 6 months and 30% off for as long as you’re with us.

VAT returns

Quarterly and annual VAT returns prepared and submitted accurately.

Management accounts

Timely, board-ready management accounts prepared monthly or quarterly giving you and your investors a clear, accurate view of business performance at every stage.

Advisory Services:

EMI Options Scheme

Design and implement tax-efficient employee share schemes that help you attract, retain and reward the people driving your growth. We handle the valuation, HMRC approval and ongoing administration.

SEIS & EIS Advance Assurance

Maximise the tax reliefs available to your investors and make your fundraise more attractive. We manage the application process end-to-end so you can focus on closing the round.

Financial Forecasting

Forward-looking financial models that give you clarity on runway, growth scenarios and the numbers that matter most to investors. Built by accountants who understand your business, not just your spreadsheets.

Valuations

Independent, defensible business valuations for fundraising, share schemes, M&A or shareholder purposes prepared by Chartered Accountants with deep experience of high-growth businesses.

Frequently asked questions:

How much does startup accounting cost?

Our plans are flexible and priced around what your business actually needs right now. Pricing depends on your stage, your transaction volume and the services you need, so we prefer to provide you with a tailored quote rather than a one size fits all retainer. Talk to an expert for your quote.

I already have an accountant. How does switching work?

We manage the whole handover from start to finish, so you do not have to deal with your previous accountant directly. We obtain your records through a standard procedure called professional clearance and make sure there is no gap in your compliance coverage. Most clients tell us it was far simpler than they had expected.

Are year-end accounts and corporation tax included?

Yes. Annual accounts and corporation tax filing are included across all of our plans, from Starter upwards. You will also get proactive reminders well before any deadlines, so you are never caught off guard at filing time.

How long does onboarding take?

Most clients are up and running within a week. We match you with a dedicated accountant within 24 hours, then handle your software setup and configure everything around your existing tools. Our onboarding process is simple and built around time poor founders, so we keep it fast and do the heavy lifting on our end.

Are there fees or penalties for changing accountants?

Changing accountants rarely comes with a penalty. The only charges you may need to settle are any outstanding fees with your current accountant, so it is worth checking your engagement agreement. We charge nothing to onboard clients from an existing accountant.

Do you work with businesses at my stage?

We work with startups and scaleups from pre-seed through to Series A across tech, SaaS, e-commerce, hospitality and marketing agencies. Whether you are filing your first accounts or need a fully outsourced finance function, our plans are designed to scale with you as you grow.

Don't take our word for it...

"Communication was great from the very first interaction, through onboarding and now working together. It was fast and straightforward to progress which is important given how quickly we’re moving."

"Project5 is the 5th business I’ve started, so I knew the importance of getting a partner to help me on the trials, tribulations, odd rules and hence frustrations of the various accountancy aspects of a start-up. Now in our scale-up stage, I’ll be sticking with Rise Accounting as they've simply delivered on what I needed."

"Setting up a business in the UAE from abroad can feel pretty daunting, and I wasn't sure where to start. Rise Accounting made the whole process a lot more straightforward than I expected. Their insight has had a meaningful impact on my tax position."

"Highly personable and results oriented company. Had the pleasure of working with Ashwini, who helped us at every stage and made critical and intelligent suggestions that were instrumental in achieving our objective in SEIS approval."

"Integrity, reliability, and communication are what matter most and Rise Accounting has ticked all three boxes. I know if the team goes off to do something, it will be delivered to the standard we agreed on."

"They are super responsive and aim to deliver quality. We've been using them for almost 2 years and really pleased with Fatjeta and the rest of the team. Would highly recommend if you want an Accounting Firm that lets you safely get back to business."

"The whole team really know their stuff technically speaking. I’m no longer having to check the accounting work being delivered which is a huge time save."

"Coming to Dubai from Europe we were looking for somebody that could cover all our concerns when it comes to understanding the tax legislative landscape. One year later I can safely say that Rise has been nothing short of excellent."

"Their attention to detail and proactive approach has made a significant difference in streamlining our financial processes - helping me to run my business more efficiently."

"Very good and experienced accountants. They are more than service providers, they are partners."

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