Business Details
Trusted Bookkeeping & Payroll Services for UK Businesses
As a family-run business with over two decades of combined experience, we specialize in bookkeeping, payroll, and back-office solutions for UK businesses. Our team combines technical expertise with personalized service, leveraging cloud-based platforms like Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks to streamline financial processes. With a focus on transparency and client control, we deliver timely compliance support for VAT, self-assessments, and payroll management, serving diverse sectors including healthcare, construction, and retail. Our dedicated client portal ensures real-time access to financial data, while our directors' extensive industry backgrounds provide strategic insights tailored to clients' needs. 
Services
Bookkeeping
Payroll
VAT Services
Self-assessments
Company Formations
Highlights and features
- We keep your accounts up to date within a 5-day timeline.
- Our team combines expertise in bookkeeping and payroll with IT proficiency.
- Services include VAT returns, self-assessments, and payroll management on globally recognized platforms.
- We offer dedicated client support through cloud-based portals accessible nationwide.
- Our family-run business prioritizes transparency and client control over financial data.
What people say
Timely compliance support
Problem-solving expertise
Knowledgeable staff
Transparent processes
Personalized service
Services
Bookkeeping
Our cloud-based bookkeeping services use Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks to manage financial records for UK businesses. We synchronize data with merchant accounts like PayPal and Stripe for real-time cash flow tracking. Clients access transaction histories and documents via our online portal, with flexible weekly, monthly, or quarterly reporting options.
Payroll
We streamline payroll processes for small to large businesses, handling auto-enrolment, RTI reporting, and pension contributions. Our portal enables employees to access payslips online, while employers benefit from cost-effective solutions starting at 6 per employee monthly. We ensure GDPR and HMRC compliance.
Self-assessments
We complete self-assessments for sole traders and company directors at 75 + VAT. Our online portal simplifies document uploads, and existing bookkeeping clients receive discounted services. A question-and-answer sheet streamlines data collection for efficient tax return completion.
VAT Services
We manage VAT registration and quarterly returns under HMRC's Making Tax Digital initiative. Services include digital record-keeping and submission using compatible software, ensuring compliance with current regulations for businesses above the registration threshold.
Client Portal
Our client portal facilitates secure document sharing, transaction history access, and form completion for businesses nationwide. Supporting remote collaboration, it caters to non-traditional workers with 24/7 access to payslips, invoices, and financial reports.
People
Jennifer Salter
Head of Bookkeeping / Company Director
Qualified bookkeeper with 25 years' experience since 1998, Jennifer specializes in cloud-based accounting and payroll solutions. Her client-focused approach emphasizes transparency and timely reporting for UK businesses.
Richard Salter
Head of Payroll / Company Director
With 10 years in payroll and recent bookkeeping qualifications, Richard combines technical expertise with IT proficiency. He co-founded Salter & Weare to provide integrated financial services for UK businesses.
Claire Tibbles
Office Admin
Claire supports operations and marketing since joining in 2019. Her administrative expertise alongside family ties to the directors ensures seamless client communication and office coordination.
Questions
What accounting platforms do you use?
We use Xero, Sage Accounts, QuickBooks, and Excel to provide flexible, cloud-based bookkeeping solutions.
Can you handle VAT returns for businesses?
Yes, we manage quarterly VAT returns and digital compliance under HMRC's Making Tax Digital initiative.
Do you offer standalone self-assessment services?
Yes, standalone self-assessments are available at £75 + VAT with online document submission.
How does payroll pricing work?
Pricing starts at £6 per employee monthly, varying with business size and service requirements.
What sectors do you specialize in?
We serve construction, healthcare, retail, offshore contracting, and health and beauty sectors.
Can I access my financial data remotely?
Yes, our online portal provides secure 24/7 access to transaction histories, payslips, and reports.
Reviews (4)
Jane Garfield
Dec 23, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Their service is literally like magic . . . I submit a chaotic email of my staffs complicated working hours and hourly pay and within moments a beautiful colour coded table of numbers and payments arrive in my inbox and its all done for me. What else could you probably want in your busy schedule of work. Highly recommend!
Their service is literally like magic . . . I submit a chaotic email of my staffs complicated working hours and hourly pay and within moments a beautiful colour coded table of numbers and payments arrive in my inbox and its all done for me. What else could you probably want in your busy schedule of work. Highly recommend!
Sarah Ball
Feb 25, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness,Value
Ive been using salter and we are for several years now after changing accountants and they are great and have sorted out my businesss finances as they were in a bit of a state when they took over . I wouldnt go anywhere else .
Ive been using salter and we are for several years now after changing accountants and they are great and have sorted out my businesss finances as they were in a bit of a state when they took over . I wouldnt go anywhere else .
Steve Kennedy
Dec 19, 2020
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I used Salter and Weare to carry out my self assessment tax return. They were extremely professional and quick, had it all completed within a couple of days, even with me not being organised with with my paperwork and information!. Would highly recommend.
James Eadie
Oct 12, 2020
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Salter and Weare have been my bookkeepers for the past 3 years and I always find them to be prompt, professional and helpful. I would recommend to any business looking for an experienced bookkeeper
