Expert FreeAgent & Xero Accountants

Making life easier for small businesses

We're rated 5/5 from 120+ Reviews

Specialist FreeAgent & Xero Accountants Working Online With Clients Across The UK & Overseas.

Experienced, friendly accountants for small businesses & contractors

We are experienced, friendly accountants for small businesses, contractors and E-commerce and experts in crypto taxes & NFT's.

We're a small firm of qualified accountants and tax advisers delivering a highly efficient and quality service to a broad range of businesses. Our clients are based all across the UK and overseas.

We use technology and online software to enable us to support our clients throughout the year - not just at year-end.

We have expert knowledge of Xero and FreeAgent and this software is included as standard in most of our business packages.

Hear what our clients say...

Richard and Lesley are wonderful to work with and are always happy to have a chat. I can call or email and they provide excellent customer support and are pro-active to resolve any issues that are forthcoming. 
 
I have been very impressed with the level of service and they have guided me through and explained everything in detail, even through tight deadlines. Richard and Lesley are extremely proficient in all areas of accountancy; no query has been too big or too small. 
 
The Friendly Accountants' online knowledge bank is really helpful too, and has been a great time saver. They use an web based filing system which has been great to approve documents efficiently and all my book keeping is handled through FreeAgent which they also have a great understanding of. 
 
My only regret is that I didn’t meet Richard and Lesley sooner as their knowledge and expertise has really supported the business, and I would happily recommend them to anyone. 

Robert Chittock  | 

I cannot recommend TFA highly enough for their exceptional expertise and professionalism in handling my UK crypto taxes. After discovering that my previous accountants had applied the incorrect tax treatment to my crypto transactions, I turned to TFA for help – and I am so pleased I did! 
 
Their in-depth understanding of UK crypto taxes ensured that the correct tax treatment was applied, resulting in significant tax savings both for previous years and moving forward. They not only corrected the errors of the past but also provided me with peace of mind for the future. 
 
Furthermore, as HMRC had queried my crypto activities, TFA handled the matter swiftly and effectively, securing HMRC’s agreement to the beneficial tax treatment they had applied. The whole process was stress-free thanks to their clear communication, responsiveness, and dedication to achieving the best possible outcome for me. 
 
If you’re dealing with crypto transactions, don’t leave your taxes to chance – trust the experts at TFA to get it right. They have made a real and tangible difference to my financial position and confidence. Thank you!

Leon Bryan  | 

As a technology company, we have found TFA to be an invaluable partner in navigating the complexities of our accounting needs. The team at TFA is not only highly knowledgeable but also always friendly and approachable, making every interaction a positive experience. 
 
Their quick response times have been crucial for us, ensuring that any queries or issues are addressed promptly and efficiently. This level of service has been particularly beneficial during critical periods such as year-end reporting and tax filing deadlines. 
 
One of the standout aspects of working with TFA has been their proactive approach to tax saving. Their expert advice and innovative solutions have significantly reduced our tax liabilities, allowing us to reinvest more into our growth and development. 
 
In summary, TFA has exceeded our expectations in every way. Their helpful and responsive service, combined with their deep understanding of the technology sector, makes them the perfect accounting partner for our business. We highly recommend TFA to any company seeking a reliable and forward-thinking accounting firm. 

Kathie Bishop  | 

Discover our Accounting Guides

We've put together the following guides that you might find useful.

2026/27 Salary & Dividend Tax Calculator

Simply enter your name and email and you'll get an email straight away with a link to download our free tax calculator!

Making Tax Digital Guide for Landlords and Sole Traders

Simply enter your name and email and you'll get an email straight away with a link to download our free MTD guide!

Here's why you should choose us as your accountants...

Our clients confidently choose our accountancy services because:

  • Richard Baldwyn is ex-HMRC and a qualified tax adviser with over 25 years experience
  • Lesley Ward is an ex-FD of a FTSE company and a qualified chartered accountant with over 25 years experience
  • All our team are appropriately experienced and qualified so you can be sure of getting the right advice
  • Using phone, Skype, email, online software and remote control support to provide services to clients all around the UK and overseas
  • Affordable fixed fees
  • All year round support and plain English advice

Find out more about our our fees and us or just get in touch for a chat.

In your first year of trading it's important to have people you can trust to answer questions and set you on the right path. I think generally in your first year you can make all sorts of bad choices but instructing TFA, for us, was NOT one of them.
 
They are always a phone call/email away whenever I have a question or need advice. AND they are SUPER friendly.

Leah Boleyn  | Managing Partner - 2 Angels

Xero Specialist Accountant

Specialist
Xero Accountants

We specialise in the online accounting system Xero which is the best we've found for smaller businesses who need slightly more functionality from a system. Our packages include a subscription to Xero plus training and support to help you get the most out of this system.

Free Agent Specialist Accountant

Specialist
FreeAgent Accountants

We also specialise in the online accounting system FreeAgent which is very user friendly and perfect for contractors and freelancers. Our packages include a subscription to FreeAgent plus training and support to help you get the most out of this system.

Become a client and get FREE access to The Friendly Hub...

All our clients get FREE access to our online support hub called 'The Friendly Hub'. The Friendly Hub is packed full of invaluable advice from our many years of experience providing accountancy advice to small businesses & sole traders across the UK.


We've literally spend thousands of hours putting together the guides contained within The Friendly Hub and below you can see a small flavour of whats included...

Here's a small overview of what the The Friendly Hub contains...

As well as helping you decide on the right structure for your business, we'll give you access to our client support hub which will help answer the following questions (and many more...):

...and of course we're always on hand to give you friendly guidance and support when it's needed.

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