Business Details
Trusted Bookkeeping & Virtual Finance Solutions
The Bookkeeping Department is a specialist Xero bookkeeping and virtual finance support provider with over two decades of combined experience. We deliver tailored financial solutions to businesses across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, and beyond. Our team of Xero Certified Gold Partners offers outsourced bookkeeping, virtual finance departments, payroll services, and bespoke Xero training.We prioritise client relationships, flexibility, and technical excellence, ensuring businesses maintain accurate financial records while focusing on growth. With offices in Letchworth, Cambridge, Bedford, and Milton Keynes, we combine local presence with nationwide cloud-based service delivery.
Services
Regular Bookkeeping
Bookkeeping Rescue
Virtual Finance Department
Payroll Services
Xero Training
Credit Control
Cashflow Forecasting
Budget Setting
Monthly Finance Meetings
DIY Bookkeeping Support
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined Xero bookkeeping expertise
- Our services are tailored to your business's specific needs
- We are Xero Certified Gold Partners with industry recognition
- Clients praise our reliability, flexibility, and client-first approach
- We provide nationwide support with local office presence
Associations and certifications
- Xero Certified
- Xero Gold Partner
What people say
Fantastic service
Good value
Excellent support
Professional and reliable
Highly recommend
Services
Regular Bookkeeping
Our regular bookkeeping service maintains your financial records through daily, weekly, or monthly updates. We handle expenditure recording, bank reconciliations, VAT returns, and financial reporting. This ensures accurate, up-to-date records for informed business decisions while saving you time.
Bookkeeping Rescue
Bookkeeping Rescue resolves financial backlogs and errors with expert intervention. We organise overdue records, correct inaccuracies, and establish systems for future compliance. Ideal for businesses overwhelmed by financial administration or transitioning from DIY bookkeeping.
Virtual Finance Department
Our Virtual Finance Department provides comprehensive financial management without hiring in-house staff. Services include sales invoicing, credit control, payroll, and cashflow forecasting. Tailored to growing businesses needing expert financial support with flexible scalability.
Payroll Services
We manage payroll processing with HMRC compliance, handling tax calculations, payslips, and RTI submissions. Services include setup, regular runs, and pension administration. Available monthly, fortnightly, or weekly with transparent pricing.
Xero Training
Bespoke Xero training for businesses and accountants. We offer group or 1-2-1 sessions covering software setup, daily operations, and advanced features. Training available in-person at our centres or online with ongoing support.
People
Alistair Moffat
Co-Owner
Alistair Moffat co-founded The Bookkeeping Department after running a successful bookkeeping franchise. With 20+ years' experience, he specialises in Xero implementation and financial process optimisation for growing businesses.
Lynne Moffat
Co-Owner
Lynne Moffat brings extensive bookkeeping expertise from her franchise background. She focuses on client relationship management and delivers Xero training workshops. Known for her approachability and ability to simplify complex financial concepts for business owners.
Questions
What bookkeeping software do you use?
We specialise in Xero software but also support Sage users. Our team are Xero Certified Gold Partners with extensive experience implementing and training businesses on these platforms.
Can you help with existing bookkeeping errors?
Yes, our Bookkeeping Rescue service specifically addresses backlogs and errors. We'll correct inaccuracies, organise records, and establish proper systems for future compliance.
How are your services priced?
We offer transparent pricing with options for hourly rates, pay-as-you-go, or regular packages. Payroll setup starts at £45 plus VAT, with regular bookkeeping priced according to service frequency and complexity.
Do you work with remote businesses?
Yes, while based in Letchworth, we work with clients nationwide through cloud technology. Our virtual services support businesses regardless of location with secure online collaboration tools.
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide outsourced bookkeeping, payroll processing, cashflow forecasting, budget setting, and Xero training. Our Virtual Finance Department offers comprehensive financial management without hiring in-house staff.
Can you integrate with my accountant?
Yes, we collaborate with accountants to provide bookkeeping support. We offer direct client management or subcontract services, ensuring seamless communication and timely financial reporting for year-end processes.
Reviews (5)
Paul Mills
Apr 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Fantastic service from The Bookkeeping Department. I attended a Xero course with them and it really helped us to get on top of our bookkeeping. We have also had a couple of issues that needed a reactive response and they were great!!! Highly recommended!!
Fantastic service from The Bookkeeping Department. I attended a Xero course with them and it really helped us to get on top of our bookkeeping. We have also had a couple of issues that needed a reactive response and they were great!!! Highly recommended!!
Top Marques
Jan 31, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
We have used the Bookkeeping Department for nearly 2 years & the service we receive is fantastic. The management reports we get enable us to measure & manage our business much more effectively.
We have used the Bookkeeping Department for nearly 2 years & the service we receive is fantastic. The management reports we get enable us to measure & manage our business much more effectively.
Yanic Gauvin-Cloutier
Jan 11, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Richard and his team do excellent book keeping work and deliver all the necessary reports to make your life easier at managing your business. Very professional attitude and services. Look no further.
Richard and his team do excellent book keeping work and deliver all the necessary reports to make your life easier at managing your business. Very professional attitude and services. Look no further.
Matthew Fountain
Dec 06, 2020
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Professional, helpful, always available and good value for money. Certainly the best bookkeeping solution we have found in almost ten years of trading.
Paul Samuel
Nov 27, 2019
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The Bookkeeping Dept managed my affairs in a business I have now been forced to sadly end due to a shortfall in funding. They're service during that period was professional and impeccable. They took the time to understand the needs of my business and were attentive and responsive to all my demands. The pricing was fair and I cannot speak highly enough of them. I am now building a new venture and when revenues allow will employ them again without need to look elsewhere. Please do get in touch if you need further verification.
