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Bookkeeping for Consultants

Cain & Co supports consultants across the UK with ISO-certified, expert-led bookkeeping. Get compliant, save time, and gain real clarity with your finances.

Trusted Nationwide: One of the Few ISO 9001 Certified Bookkeepers in the UK

Bookkeeping Services for Consultants

Consultants face unique financial challenges; irregular income, tracking billable hours, juggling multiple clients, and staying compliant with evolving tax rules. Cain & Co provides specialised bookkeeping for consultants that removes these burdens. Whether you’re a sole trader, a growing firm, or offering professional services nationwide, we’ll tailor a system that fits your workflow.

From managing business expenses and cash flow to reconciling accounts and preparing financial statements, our team uses smart bookkeeping software like QuickBooks Online to deliver real-time clarity. We ensure your records are accurate, your reports are insightful, and your business stays HMRC-compliant, all with transparent, fixed pricing.

Speak with us today on 020 8087 1341 or drop us an email at takecontrol@cainandco.co.uk

Is bookkeeping eating into billable hours you should spend with clients?

Time spent on bookkeeping is time lost from client work. Our team takes over your financial tasks, so you can focus on what you do best, delivering outstanding consulting services.

Worried about VAT, expenses, or HMRC deadlines being missed?

Avoid tax penalties and compliance issues. We manage VAT, tax returns, and submissions on time, every time.

Struggling to see cash flow, profits, or what you can pay yourself?

We bring visibility to your finances with clear financial reporting, custom reports, and real time financial visibility, so you know where you stand.

Try Us for 3 Months - Pay Nothing If We Don’t Deliver.

We’re so confident in our services that we offer a 3-month risk-free trial. If we don’t deliver the value you expect, you don’t pay us. It’s bookkeeping without the risk, built to free up your time, ensure compliance, and support your success.

The 7 Reasons You Can Trust Cain & Co

1. No Tax Penalties, Guaranteed – Send us your figures on time and you’ll never face VAT or payroll fines. If something slips, we’ll cover the cost, your consultancy stays protected from compliance issues.

2. Say Goodbye to Bookkeeping Headaches – We handle bank reconciliations, expense tracking, VAT returns, and payroll services, leaving you free to focus on client work without worrying about the admin.

3. Fast Support When You Need It – Most queries are answered in under an hour. We guarantee responses within 12 hours, ensuring consultants always get support during critical moments, including tax season.

4. Clarity Over Complexity – We break down your financial statements, balance sheet, and HMRC obligations in plain English during regular reviews, no jargon, just real understanding.

5. Proactive Financial Insight – We don’t just keep your books tidy, we monitor financial data, spot problems early, and help you avoid issues that impact your business’s financial health and cash flow.

6. Transparent, Fixed Fees – Our pricing is clear, fixed, and fair. If you find the same level of service elsewhere for less, we’ll match it. No surprises, just smart tools and support that scales with your consulting business.

7. Year-Round, Human Support – From tracking billable hours to last-minute HMRC queries, we’re available all year round. Whether you’re a sole trader or juggling multiple clients, we’re always here to help.

Why Smart Bookkeeping Systems Matter for Consultants

Modern consulting requires efficient, tech-driven solutions. We help you implement tailored bookkeeping systems using tools like QuickBooks Online, streamlining time tracking, online invoicing, and tracking billable hours with minimal manual data entry.

Consultants often manage irregular income, software subscriptions, and business expenses. We simplify this with custom reports, automated processes, and advisory on tax deductions and regulatory changes.

See Why Business Owners Choose Cain & Co

See what our clients have to say about working with Cain & Co. Hear how we have helped them save time, stay compliant and feel in control of their finances.
Cain & Co are helpful, super-friendly and easy to deal with. They provide a great, cost effective and professional service for bookkeeping and VAT returns. I would highly recommend them.

Bryan Downs – B. D. Accountants

Cain & Co have been our company Bookkeepers for a year. Paul and his team have demonstrated exemplary care and attention to the preparation and entry of our primary bookkeeping data. Wholly recommended.

Director – Ventura Yachts

I continue to recommend Cain & Co Bookkeeping Services UK to my clients and business associates needing financial management assistance.

Julien Upson – Hartley Fowler

Our Bookkeeping for Consulting Businesses

Cain & Co provides tailored bookkeeping for consultants, helping you stay on top of your numbers without sacrificing billable time. From managing irregular income to staying compliant with evolving tax rules, we support consultants across the UK with precision, clarity, and complete financial oversight.

Whether you’re a sole trader or running a growing consulting business, we streamline the financial admin so you can focus on your clients and your craft.

Bookkeeping and Monthly Management

Consultants often manage billable hours, project fees, and software subscriptions, which can complicate bookkeeping. We handle expense tracking, bank statements, and digital records using tools like QuickBooks Online.

Payroll Services and HMRC Compliance

Whether you employ subcontractors or part-time staff, we manage payroll services, tax calculations, and ensure HMRC compliance with every submission.

Clear Financial Reporting and Support

We translate your financial data into easy-to-read reports, from cash flow and balance sheets to financial performance insights for confident decisions.

Clear, Fixed-Fee Bookkeeping Packages

Every business is different; that’s why we offer three flexible, fixed-fee packages.
Each one comes with our 7-Point Guarantee and a 3-month risk-free trial, so you can see the value before committing.

Entry

£299 + VAT/month

Perfect if you just need the essentials covered.

Full

£499 + VAT/month

Most Popular – Best value for growing businesses

Premium

£699 + VAT/month

For busy owners who want complete financial clarity.

Bookkeeping Experts Trusted by Businesses Across the South East

Specialist Bookkeeping Support for Consultants

Accurate, Compliant Bookkeeping Built for Consultants

We provide structured, compliant bookkeeping for consultants, ensuring every transaction, VAT return, and reconciliation is accurate, timely, and aligned with HMRC requirements.

Stress-Free Bookkeeping That Protects Your Billable Time

Our team handles bookkeeping software, payroll, and time tracking, giving you more hours for client work and less time spent on financial admin.

Supporting Consulting Businesses to Stay Compliant

We monitor regulatory changes, submit on time, and help your consulting business avoid errors, meet obligations, and maintain complete financial clarity year-round.

Work With One of The Leading Consulting Bookkeepers

Cain & Co combines deep financial knowledge with decades of experience to provide expert bookkeeping for consultants across the UK. Whether you’re managing multiple clients, handling irregular income, or navigating complex financial management, we simplify the process.

With certified specialists, trusted systems like QuickBooks Online, and a keen understanding of how consultants typically operate, our team ensures your financial data is accurate and your business remains HMRC-compliant. From time tracking, expense tracking, and tracking billable hours to handling tax calculations, our comprehensive service helps you stay focused, grow with confidence, and make informed business decisions.

Call us today on 020 8087 1341 or email takecontrol@cainandco.co.uk to get started.

Experts in Xero, QuickBooks, Sage and More.

Cain & Co provides accurate, reliable bookkeeping and financial support to help businesses stay organised and grow with confidence.