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Start-ups & Scale-ups

Accountants for small businesses and advice for startups and founders. VAT, payroll, compliance, investment, legal and personal financial planning support.

Accountancy, Tax and Advisory Support for Entrepreneurs, Start-Ups and Scale-Ups

Helping founders, innovators and high-growth businesses launch, grow and succeed

At Streets, we work with ambitious entrepreneurs and early-stage companies across the UK to provide the financial clarity, practical support and commercial insight needed to turn ideas into fast-growing businesses.

From pre-launch planning to funding rounds, international growth and exit strategies, we offer flexible and scalable support tailored to the needs of founders and high-potential ventures.

Whether you’re launching your minimum viable product (MVP), raising seed capital, hiring your first team or managing the demands of scaling fast, we deliver personal, proactive advice — backed by specialist tax, legal and financial planning services to support every stage of the journey.

Accountants for Small Businesses FAQs

How much should an accountant cost for a small business?

The cost depends on the size of your business and the level of support you need. Streets offers flexible, transparent pricing – whether you need help with bookkeeping, tax returns, or strategic planning – so you only pay for the services that add real value.
Look for an accountant with experience supporting small businesses and startups – ideally one that understands your sector and growth stage. Streets works with entrepreneurs across the UK, offering tailored advice that helps you stay compliant while scaling sustainably.
Absolutely. A good accountant saves you time, helps you avoid costly mistakes, and identifies opportunities to improve cash flow and reduce tax. Streets act as a proactive partner, giving you clarity and confidence to focus on growing your business.

You need an accountant who’s not just qualified, but commercially minded -someone who can support your goals, not just your year-end. Streets offer dedicated small business specialists who provide hands-on, jargon-free advice to help you thrive from day one.

Trusted Advice for Forward-Thinking Founders

We support:

  • Pre-revenue start-ups
  • Tech and digital ventures
  • D2C and eCommerce businesses
  • Innovators in healthtech, fintech, SaaS and more
  • Fast-scaling SMEs and high-growth companies

Many of our clients go on to raise significant investment, expand internationally or exit via acquisition—and we’re proud to support them through the full business lifecycle.

Our Services for Entrepreneurs and Start-Ups

Financial Foundations and Compliance

  • Accounting systems setup (Xero, Dext, Pleo and more)
  • Statutory accounts and Companies House filings
  • Management accounts and performance reporting
  • Virtual finance office and outsourced financial and accounting functions
  • Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning
  • MTD-compliant VAT systems and software implementation
  • VAT registration strategy and ongoing compliance, including for businesses with international trade

Payroll and Employee Support

  • Full payroll services with RTI compliance

  • Auto-enrolment (AE) pension setup and administration

  • P11Ds and employment benefits compliance

    “Our payroll team offers efficient, scalable support for start-ups hiring their first employees through to scale-ups managing growing teams.”
    — Theresa Waddingham, Partner and Head of Payroll

Tax Planning and Reliefs

  • R&D Tax Credits and Patent Box claims

  • SEIS/EIS investment tax reliefs

  • Corporation tax planning and forecasting

  • Personal tax planning for founders (salary/dividend optimisation, spouse allowances, and director benefits)

  • Support with UK compliance when using overseas labour, including employment taxes and contractor arrangements

Funding and Growth Strategy

  • Investor readiness support and pitch financials
  • Business plans, financial modelling and cap table advice
  • Support with grant applications (including Innovate UK)
  • Scaling advisory for high-growth ventures

Exit and Succession Planning

  • Business valuations
  • Support for trade sale or share sale exits
  • Tax-efficient structuring of exits and earn-outs

Integrated Support for Founders and Growing Ventures

Legal Advisory – Streets Law

Through our legal arm, Streets Law, we support entrepreneurs with:

  • Shareholder and investment agreements
  • IP protection and licensing
  • Commercial contracts
  • Company formations and restructuring
  • Terms & conditions, NDAs and employment documentation

Personal Wealth Planning

Through our financial planning arm, we offer:

  • Pension and retirement planning
  • Investments and wealth management
  • Protection and insurance advice for founders
  • Exit planning and intergenerational wealth strategies

Together, this ecosystem provides complete financial, legal and strategic support—from launch to liquidity.

Why Choose Streets?

Entrepreneurial Sector Focus

We work with hundreds of start-ups and fast-growing businesses across the UK, especially in tech, digital, and innovation-led sectors.

Flexible, Scalable Support

From basic compliance to outsourced finance functions, we offer services that grow as you do, including ViFi, our Virtual Finance Office solution.

Tax and Funding Expertise

We help you maximise access to key tax reliefs, prepare for investor scrutiny, and stay compliant as you grow.

Integrated Legal and Financial Planning Services

With Streets Law and Streets Financial Consulting, we provide a full-circle solution for your business and personal finances.

Supporting Your Journey From Start-Up to Scale-Up and Beyond

Whether you’re launching a new idea, managing investor growth or planning for exit, Streets provides expert, personal support for the road ahead.

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