We are Swan Books Accounting

Local Accountants based in Essex for e

We manage business accounting solutions for start upsentrepreneurs and sole traders who want to focus on growing their business and eliminate the finance administration burden!

Who are we?

We're friendly, professional and approachable accountants...

Swan Books is an Essex-based Accountancy Practice working with the latest software in the accounting world; our aim is to offer a professional, approachable service that supports our clients with all aspects of their accounting function and ensures their financial affairs are managed in a way that minimises liability takes away pressures of HMRC and Companies House obligations. Allowing business owners more time to grow and develop their businesses.

My approach to business and my clientele is how I can help educate and provide financial services and give a personal connection to who I work with. Aiding business owners to help them take control of their finances through a modern, fresh approach to accounting using the latest software’s available.

what can we do for you?

Self assessment tax return

Preparation of tax calculation, preparation and submission to HMRC and financial statements within the tax deadline.

Bookkeeping

Regular reconciliations of your accounts keeping business records up to date.

VAT Return

Preparation and submission of business VAT returns ensuing the business is MTD compliant and meeting all HMRC deadlines.

Payroll

Weekly or monthly payroll processes ensuring all tasks are carried out by all deadlines and RTI compliant.

Support

If you've got a tax related question, we've got the answer. We pride ourselves on our responsiveness, and wont keep you waiting.

Registration

Registration of you and your business self employment with HMRC.

what our clients have to say

Vanessa Vieira
Vanessa Vieira
1 November 2023
Accounting done in THE most effective and efficient way. The technicalities that come with filing my accounts were daunting and overwhelming. When Stacey stepped in she was persistant, sendings me the continuous reminders and promtos that I needed to get things sort. She is also very felxible with communication using a cohintation of Whats App, SMS and calls. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
John Marling
John Marling
28 October 2023
I had some issues processing my Self Assessment Tax Return, and Stacey stepped right in knowing exactly what to do. Swan Books provides a secure web portal to allow me to upload all relevant documentation that Stacey needs to complete the process. I had some queries on the Summary and Calculation, which Stacey explained simply. I would 100% recommend Stacey and Swan Books, and will be using Stacey again in the future.
Nicole Dryden
Nicole Dryden
25 October 2023
Would highly recommend Stacey. She was super friendly in our initial chat and throughout my experience, put me at ease and answered any questions I had with quick response times. Will be using her services going forward without any worries!
Lottie Millington
Lottie Millington
14 September 2023
Stacey is absolutely incredible! Stacey has been handling my accounts for three years now, I’ve had many issues with the HMRC and stacey has handled everything for me with ease. Everything is done quickly and efficiently. I’m so grateful for Stacey how she’s taken a massive stress away from running my business and helping me grow my business and finances. I couldn’t recommend her enough
Liz Slade
Liz Slade
30 August 2023
Stacey @ Swan Books is really friendly, approachable and extremely efficient. She explains everything in an easy to understand way. I would 100% recommend Stacey to anyone in need of a great accountant!
Jordan Drummond
Jordan Drummond
30 August 2023
Very flexible and informative. Made everything very easy and straight forward for myself and made my tax situation a lot less stressful! Would recommend :D
Lourdes Walsh
Lourdes Walsh
29 August 2023
Stacey did my books last tax year and I’m going to be using her every time! Professional, communicative & swift, while also explaining everything (numbers are not my forte). I’d recommend her again and again.
Emma Cook
Emma Cook
25 August 2023
Stacey is the best accountant we have would definitely recommend her to anyone, she’s so friendly and very helpful and always there to help us . Thank you for your hard work
Roxanne Hydes
Roxanne Hydes
7 August 2023
Stacey has been an absolute gem when it comes to providing advice on self-employment and tax. I had so many unanswered questions that needed detailed explaining, and she went above and beyond to make sure I got the correct information and that I understood everything. I would highly recommend Stacey to help you with all your accounting needs.
Anthony Fitzsimmons
Anthony Fitzsimmons
3 August 2023
Knows her stuff 👍
Stuart Wilson
Stuart Wilson
2023-02-02
Stacey has been fantastic, she does all my bookkeeping and submits all my tax returns. She has given me advise and is always there to answer my questions and provide support. Stacey has given me one less thing to worry about so I can focus on with running my business. 100% recommend Stacey!
Ross Cook
Ross Cook
2023-01-09
Friendly and extremely helpful. We had many questions about sole trading and Stacey was more than happy to help, even at 8pm in the evening!
Sharon Groves
Sharon Groves
2022-12-01
Stacey has been amazing in getting my books in order and submitting my tax returns. She has given invaluable advise and is always on hand to answer any questions and provide support. Stacey has been a god send and given me one less thing to worry about so I can get on with running my business. Thoroughly recommend Stacey!
Natalie Wooden
Natalie Wooden
2022-11-24
Stacey was so friendly and eager to help me from the start. Nothing was a problem. We did everything step by step and everything was taken care of for me. I’m so glad I found you Stacey! Thank you for your help and professionalism.
Looking Tidy
Looking Tidy
2022-07-20
Glad I found Swan Books! Stacey is super helpful and friendly, has helped me where needed and provided valuable advice. I'd have no hesitation recommending and will be back for all my book keeping in the future.
Emma Cook
Emma Cook
2022-07-20
We would definitely recommend Stacey she’s a lovely girl and very helpful and knows how to do her job very well , we are very happy 😃
Paula Buck
Paula Buck
2022-07-13
I was looking for a friendly yet professional accountant to help with my tax returns, Stacey is and did just that! Always at the end of the phone to help answer my “silly” questions. Politely chased me so i didn’t fall behind and made my life a lot easier and stress free. Highly recommend her.
Jodie Mckinnon
Jodie Mckinnon
2022-06-24
Thank you for being our accountant, highly recommended!
Istrate Adrian
Istrate Adrian
2022-06-24
I’ve been working with Stacey and she is extremely responsive , organised and efficient . I would recommend her services to anyone. Thank you for your support!!
Danny Newson
Danny Newson
2022-06-23
Brilliant So helpful with getting self assessment done and forming new company Would recommend swan books to everyone

What businesses use us?

Help me with my tax return

Self Assessment Tax Returns need to be submitted every tax year by the following 31st January after the tax year has ending 5th April. If you are self employed, landlord, in a partnership, director or have other sources of taxable income, you will need to submit a self assessment.

Help me with my Limited Company

As a Limited business you have to keep accurate accounting records and ensure your business is adhering to the accounting and HMRC rules. We work with the latest software’s available in the accounting world, that will help streamline the accounting function in your business.

Help me with my new business

Starting a new business can be a whirlwind, so it is ever so important to ensure that your business is set up correctly with HMRC and Companies House from the beginning.