Startup Accountants

Startup accountants who actually understand your business.

Dedicated accounting for startups, from pre-seed to Series A and beyond. Bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, SEIS/EIS, and fundraising support. Matched with your accountant in 24 hours.

Rise Accounting team member providing client support

Trusted by 1,500+ UK startups and scaling businesses.

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Dedicated Accountant

Your own accountant matched in 24 hours, not a faceless team.

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Built for Startups

We understand SaaS revenue, funding cycles, and fast growth.

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90% Off Xero

Platinum partner discounts passed directly to you.

So we can show you the most relevant services:

Where are you in your startup journey?

Everything Your Startup Needs, Handled

Tech payment and accounting software logos including Xero, QuickBooks, Stripe

Bookkeeping & VAT

Digital bookkeeping on Xero with accurate, timely VAT returns.

Financial reporting dashboard with P&L and balance sheet

Year-End & Tax

Annual accounts and corporation tax filed on time, every time.

Payroll processing interface with payslips

Payroll & Pensions

Accurate payslips and pension processing, on time every month.

Financial playback call with investor reporting dashboard

SEIS & EIS Assurance

Attract investors with advance assurance handled end-to-end.

Accounting services checklist including bookkeeping VAT and EIS

EMI Option Schemes

Reward top talent with tax-efficient share options, fully managed.

Finance dashboard with P&L and balance sheet reporting

Fundraising Support

Investor-ready financials, valuations, and due diligence packs.

Why 1,500+ Startups Trust Rise Accounting

1,500+

Startups and SMEs supported across the UK

24hrs

Matched with your dedicated accountant

90%

Off Xero for your first 4 months

Tech stack integrations including Xero, QuickBooks, Stripe, PayPal, Dext, Shopify and more

"I need my accountant to know more than me, be more detail oriented than me, so I can focus on running my business."

Joy Abisaab

Founder · Mast

Rise vs Traditional Accountants

What matters

Traditional firms

Rise Accounting

Response time

Days or weeks

Within 24 hours

Communication

Email only

Slack, Teams, calls

Startup expertise

Generic compliance

SEIS, EIS, EMI, SaaS

Software

Outdated tools

Xero, 90% off

Advisory

Reactive

Proactive guidance

Common Questions from Startup Founders.

How much does startup accounting cost?

Our packages are bespoke and based on your stage and needs. You pay one affordable monthly fee covering bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, and year-end, plus up to 90% off Xero. No hourly billing or hidden charges.

Is it difficult to switch from my current accountant?

Not at all. We handle professional clearance, collect your financial data, review everything for compliance, and get you set up on your preferred software. Most clients are fully onboarded within a week.

Do you help with SEIS, EIS, and fundraising?

Yes. We handle SEIS and EIS advance assurance applications end-to-end, prepare investor-ready accounts, build financial models, and support due diligence. We've helped startups like Dama Health and TourHero through successful raises.

What software do you use?

We work on Xero and QuickBooks and get you set up as part of onboarding. As Platinum Partners, we pass on up to 90% off Xero for 4 months and 30% off forever. We also integrate with Stripe, Shopify, PayPal, Dext, and Apron.

What industries do you specialise in?

70% of our clients are tech and SaaS companies. We also work with hospitality, marketing agencies, and property businesses. We understand subscription revenue, funding cycles, and scalability challenges specific to these sectors.

Get Your Free Consultation

Speak to our team and get matched with a dedicated startup accountant within 24 hours.