Frequently asked questions

Yes. Comparing accountants and requesting quotes through Pick My Accountant is completely free for businesses. We earn revenue from optional paid listings and pay-per-lead fees charged to accountancy firms.

Enter your postcode on Pick My Accountant to see local and online firms serving your area. Filter by business type, services, and budget, then request free quotes from up to five matched accountants.

Most UK small businesses pay £39–£227 per month on fixed-fee packages. Sole traders typically pay £39–£89 monthly; limited companies pay £83–£227. See our full pricing guide for detailed benchmarks.

It is not a legal requirement, but most directors use an accountant for corporation tax, year-end accounts, and Companies House filings. MTD for Corporation Tax from April 2026 increases the need for compatible software and quarterly reporting.

Local accountants offer face-to-face meetings and area-specific expertise. Online accountants serve clients UK-wide via video calls and cloud software, often at lower fixed monthly fees. Many firms now offer both.

Every firm is manually reviewed. We verify they hold recognised UK qualifications (ICAEW, ACCA, AAT, or ICAS), check Companies House and professional body registers where applicable, and confirm they serve UK businesses.

No. We only share your details with the specific firms you select (up to five). Firms contact you in response to your enquiry — we do not sell leads to unrelated third parties.

Prices shown are indicative starting fees from each firm's published or reported pricing. Your actual quote depends on turnover, transaction volume, services required, and complexity. Always confirm fees before signing up.

MTD is HMRC's programme requiring digital record-keeping and submission. MTD for VAT is live now. MTD for Income Tax starts April 2026 for qualifying sole traders. MTD for Corporation Tax applies from April 2026 for companies.

If you are VAT-registered or will be caught by MTD for Income Tax from 2026, your accountant must use HMRC-recognised bridging software or API-enabled accounts packages like Xero, QuickBooks, or FreeAgent.

Look for ICAEW (ACA/FCA), ACCA, AAT, or ICAS membership. These bodies require ongoing training, professional indemnity insurance, and adherence to ethical standards. You can verify membership on each body's public register.

Basic sole trader packages start from £39 per month or £150–£600 per year for annual self assessment and light bookkeeping. Fees increase with turnover, VAT registration, and multiple income sources.

Yes. Self assessment accountants prepare and file your tax return, calculate tax owed, claim allowable expenses, and ensure you meet the 31 January deadline. Packages start from £150 per year or £39 per month with bookkeeping.

A contractor accountant specialises in personal service companies (PSCs), IR35 compliance, dividend planning, and expense claims for freelancers and IT contractors. Packages typically cost £79–£149 per month.

Yes. Visit our For Accountants page for free, Standard (£129/mo), and Premium (£299/mo) listing tiers, plus pay-per-lead options from £25 per enquiry.