Business Details
19 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Edinburgh
One Accounting is a firm of Chartered Management Accountants based in Edinburgh, dedicated to helping small and medium-sized businesses, contractors, and private individuals grow their enterprises and retain more of their earnings. Established in 2007, we combine cross-sector expertise with tailored accounting, tax, and strategic advice to deliver clarity and confidence in financial decision-making. Our team of award-winning professionals specialises in cloud accounting, wealth improvement, and business tax services, prioritising client needs through responsive support and innovative solutions.We serve clients in Edinburgh, the Lothians, and beyond, with a focus on technology, professional services, and food & drink sectors. Our mission is to simplify financial complexity, enabling business owners to concentrate on growth and personal wealth creation while adhering to the highest standards of professionalism and ethical practice.
Services
Management Accounts
Cloud Accounting
Wealth Improvement
VAT Services
Business Tax
Personal Tax
Small Business Support
Making Tax Digital
Business Funding
Annual Accounts
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- Award-winning Chartered Management Accountants with cross-sector expertise since 2007
- Specialised in cloud accounting software including Xero and FreeAgent
- Tailored financial strategies for technology, professional services, and food & drink sectors
- Proactive quarterly business review meetings included in service packages
- Recognised for exceptional client support with 98% client retention rate
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
What people say
Trusted partner for growth
Responsive and friendly team
Knowledgeable and clear communication
Helped establish financial systems
Pleasure to work with
Services
Cloud Accounting
Cloud accounting software gives you full access to your accounts through the Internet, providing incredible control and flexibility. We use platforms like Xero and FreeAgent to deliver real-time financial advice and automate bookkeeping tasks. Our early adoption of cloud technology since 2007 ensures clients benefit from seamless integration with hundreds of business apps while maintaining secure, up-to-date financial management.
Management Accounts
We prepare forward-looking management accounts that help anticipate business challenges rather than just reporting past performance. Our services include cashflow reporting, KPI analysis, and virtual finance director support. With monthly or quarterly options available, we help businesses maintain financial control through regular reviews tailored to their specific growth objectives and industry requirements.
Wealth Improvement
Our wealth improvement services focus on long-term business strategy and tax planning to maximise personal and business wealth. We offer inheritance tax planning, business valuations, and strategic advice to help owners create sustainable financial security. By combining tax efficiency with growth strategies, we help clients transform their businesses into valuable assets while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
Business Tax Services
We handle all aspects of business tax including VAT, corporation tax, and PAYE returns. Our experts provide specialist VAT advice, tax investigation insurance, and HMRC enquiry support. With experience in complex tax issues and a focus on proactive planning, we help businesses minimise liabilities while ensuring compliance with evolving tax regulations through both software-driven solutions and personalised advisory services.
Small Business Support
We support businesses at every stage from start-up to established SMEs, offering company formation advice, payroll services, and business structure guidance. Our packages include email and telephone support, bookkeeping assistance, and registered office services. We specialise in helping small businesses navigate financial challenges while providing growth-oriented advice tailored to their specific industry and operational needs.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide comprehensive SME accounting services including bookkeeping, payroll, VAT returns, management accounts, business tax planning, and cloud accounting software implementation tailored to your specific business needs.
How can cloud accounting benefit my business?
Cloud accounting provides real-time financial insights, improves cashflow management, automates bookkeeping tasks, and allows secure access to your accounts from anywhere using platforms like Xero and FreeAgent with expert support.
Do you help with Making Tax Digital compliance?
Yes, we fully support Making Tax Digital requirements including software selection, digital record keeping, and submission of VAT returns through compatible systems like Xero and FreeAgent with HMRC-approved processes.
Can you assist with business funding applications?
We partner with Capitalise to help businesses access asset finance, invoice finance, and working capital loans through 80+ lenders while preparing financial documentation to maximise approval chances.
What areas do you cover?
Primarily serving Edinburgh and the Lothians, we work with clients across Scotland and the UK through our cloud-based accounting services for technology firms, professional services, and food & drink businesses.
How do you handle VAT registration and compliance?
We guide businesses through VAT registration, select appropriate schemes, prepare quarterly returns, and manage HMRC inspections while providing ongoing advice to avoid common VAT errors and penalties.
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Reviews (5)
David Green
Feb 02, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
One Accounting have been ideal for our needs as an Edinburgh headquartered SME. They are professional and knowledgeable, but the stand-out attribute is how responsive and friendly they are. Cat, Xenia, & Katrin in particular have been a pleasure to work with on daily basis.
One Accounting have been ideal for our needs as an Edinburgh headquartered SME. They are professional and knowledgeable, but the stand-out attribute is how responsive and friendly they are. Cat, Xenia, & Katrin in particular have been a pleasure to work with on daily basis.
Tracy Davies
Feb 01, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Weve been working with OneAccounting for a few years and every person in their firm has been knowledgeable, responsive, and clear. Theyre a pleasure to work with, even when the subject is gathering receipts or learning a new system. Thank you!
Weve been working with OneAccounting for a few years and every person in their firm has been knowledgeable, responsive, and clear. Theyre a pleasure to work with, even when the subject is gathering receipts or learning a new system. Thank you!
Primal Space
Jan 16, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
We are a small digital agency, and have worked with One Accounting for a few years now. Always really happy with the service provided. An exceptionally well organised company and always happy to help answer our many questions. Fast to respond. Friendly. Would highly recommend.
We are a small digital agency, and have worked with One Accounting for a few years now. Always really happy with the service provided. An exceptionally well organised company and always happy to help answer our many questions. Fast to respond. Friendly. Would highly recommend.
Anthony Lang
Jun 17, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Excellent, swift, helpful, accurate service, I've been using them for 14 years and would not go anywhere else. Friendly team too.
Excellent, swift, helpful, accurate service, I've been using them for 14 years and would not go anywhere else. Friendly team too.
Prithviraj Puttaraju
Jun 06, 2020
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One Accounting has been our accountant for more than 18 months now and we were pleased by their service. They are well priced, very responsible and effective as an accounting organisation. Neil and his warm team provide very good guidance with patience and credibility. I believe they are perfect for small and medium sized companies. You will be in safe hands!
