Troy Accounting Ltd

Troy Accounting Ltd We are are finance and business experts who collaborate, communicate and invigorate to ignite success in your business.

We empower business owners through knowledge, giving them the confidence to make good business decisions to help their business grow Working with businesses across the UK via telephone calls, video chat or face to face meetings. We provide accounting and business services to a portfolio of clients ranging from start-up businesses through to large limited companies. These services can support all aspects of your business finances and can help your business grow to its full potential.

Are you still building your business around where you started?In the early days of your business, you made quick, practi...
27/08/2025

Are you still building your business around where you started?

In the early days of your business, you made quick, practical decisions:

- What can I charge?
- What’s affordable?
- What gets me going?

That’s exactly what you should do at the start, but several years in, it’s worth asking, “Are the decisions I made then still serving me now?” because often, they’re not. We see the signs all the time:

- Pricing that no longer reflects the value or scope of your work
- Systems that are stretched beyond what they were designed for
- Services you’ve outgrown, but kept “just in case”

It’s no wonder things start to feel heavy. You’ve changed, the business has grown, but the structure hasn’t kept pace.

This is one of the biggest reasons businesses plateau. Not because there’s no growth, but because they’re still organised for survival, not sustainability.

Our 90 Day Business Planning Programme is built to help you realign your goals with your numbers and create a plan that supports the business you actually want to be running. Take control of your business's future and get started here https://loom.ly/Jiq2oT4

If you deliver services, whether it’s consulting, design, coaching or anything else, you’ve probably asked yourself this...
18/08/2025

If you deliver services, whether it’s consulting, design, coaching or anything else, you’ve probably asked yourself this at some point, “Can I really ask for a deposit?”

Here’s our answer: Absolutely!

Asking for upfront payments isn’t about being pushy, it’s about protecting your time, improving your cash flow, setting clear expectations and most importantly, making sure your business model actually supports you.

But like anything, the power is in the process. A clear, consistent deposit policy builds trust, not friction.

So if your pricing, payment terms or client onboarding process feels like guesswork, this might be the best place to start tightening things up.

If you’d like to explore how to shape this part of your business properly, book a discovery call with us https://loom.ly/mWnX27o and discuss how we can help you figure out what structure makes sense for your services and your cash flow.

Seasonal Business? Here’s how to use your off-peak time wisely.Running a seasonal business has its perks and its pressur...
13/08/2025

Seasonal Business? Here’s how to use your off-peak time wisely.

Running a seasonal business has its perks and its pressures. Right now if your company thrives in summer, this might be the last thing on your mind but it's essential you start thinking about the autumn and winter.

You see, whilst the quieter months can feel uncertain, they’re also full of potential.

Here’s a few suggestions on how we recommend using your off-peak time:

- Audit your pricing, expenses and margins.
- Get ahead with financial planning and forecasting.
- Build a cash buffer for next season.
- Reconnect with your existing clients and build loyalty.
- Work on the business, not just in it.

Off-peak doesn’t have to mean off-purpose. It can be the best time to reset and gear up for the next wave of growth.

If you want help creating a financial plan that works with your seasonal cycle, let’s talk. You can reach us at [email protected]

Efficiency isn’t about working more, it’s about building a business that works for youWe see small business owners worki...
04/08/2025

Efficiency isn’t about working more, it’s about building a business that works for you

We see small business owners working long hours, juggling clients, chasing invoices and still feeling like they’re just keeping things afloat. It’s not that they’re doing anything wrong, they just don’t have the right systems behind them.

Without a clear view of your numbers, a proper process for getting paid, and time-saving automations, your business ends up depending on you remembering everything, and that’s a recipe for burnout.

Here’s what we ask clients to consider:

- Can you access key financial data in one place, quickly?
- Is your cash flow predictable?
- Do you know your financial bottlenecks and are your systems helping, or hiding them?

When we start working with clients, it’s often not a major overhaul they need. It’s a structured setup with support, so they’re not doing it all alone.

If you know your systems are making life harder than it needs to be, we can help you streamline things. Our fixed-fee monthly plans for sole traders and small limited companies give you real support at a price that makes sense for your stage of business: Find out more at www.troyaccounting.co.uk

Thinking About Hiring? Read this first!Hiring your first team member is a big decision and it’s easy to get caught up in...
30/07/2025

Thinking About Hiring? Read this first!

Hiring your first team member is a big decision and it’s easy to get caught up in the relief of passing some work on. If your finances aren’t structured to support a hire, it won’t take long before that relief turns into pressure.

It’s not just the salary you need to account for, there’s National Insurance, pension contributions, software, equipment, insurance and more, and that’s before you think about what happens in quieter months.

Hiring too soon can drain your resources and hiring too late can hold you back. The key is knowing your numbers and being able to project forward with confidence.

Our Budgeting with Purpose course from our sister company Troy Training Sparks, will walk you through how to build a practical, forward-looking budget so you can make decisions like this with confidence. If you’re thinking about hiring, this is where to start. Find out more here https://loom.ly/s8xxo1M

Have you heard of Payments on Account? This is one thing that catches new business owners off guard at tax time, if you ...
21/07/2025

Have you heard of Payments on Account? This is one thing that catches new business owners off guard at tax time, if you are not saving your tax from day one!

If you’re newly self-employed or running a growing business, this one’s for you.

Payments on Account are advance payments towards your next tax bill and they can come as a surprise if you’ve never had to deal with them before.

In your first year of trading, you don’t just pay your tax bill, you also pay half of next year’s tax upfront, and that can catch you out if you haven’t planned for it.

It’s not about avoiding it, it’s about being prepared.

We recommend putting aside 25–30% of your income from day one to stay ahead of the curve. It may seem a lot but you'll be grateful you did when the time comes.

If you’re unsure how it all works and would like some more help with your accounts and tax, our fixed fee service for sole traders starts from £40 +VAT per month and for small limited companies from £99 + VAT per month. Get in touch to find out more on 0330 134 0282

Why You Should Still Understand Bookkeeping, Even If You Outsource It.Bookkeeping might not be glamorous, but it’s the f...
16/07/2025

Why You Should Still Understand Bookkeeping, Even If You Outsource It.

Bookkeeping might not be glamorous, but it’s the financial foundation of your business and even if you outsource it (which is often a smart move), it’s still worth understanding how it works. Here’s why:

- You’ll make faster, more confident decisions when you know where your money’s coming from and going to.
- You’ll spot issues earlier and avoid misunderstandings with your accountant or bookkeeper.
- You’ll be better protected against fraud and accidental errors.

Think of it like driving a car. You don’t need to be a mechanic, but knowing how to read the dashboard means you’re not driving blind.

If you’re ready to feel more in control of your financials without drowning in jargon, check out our resources at www.troyaccounting.co.uk or drop us a message at [email protected]

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