Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting & Financial Solutions Partner
Established in 2014, our firm revolutionised financial management for SMEs by offering flexible, scalable accounting solutions. With decades of combined experience from our lead professionals, we specialise in bridging the gap between traditional accounting practices and modern business needs. Our team of certified experts delivers hands-on financial management, data-driven oversight, and strategic insight tailored to high-growth businesses. We prioritise clear communication, timely management information, and system implementation to streamline processes and drive growth.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our Xero Silver Partnership and CIMA accreditation, ensuring clients receive cutting-edge, reliable financial services. We maintain transparency in operations, with a proven track record of supporting businesses from start-up to scale-up phases while adhering to the highest professional standards.
Services
Bookkeeping Essentials
Management Accounting
Finance Director
Xero Certified Advisors
Business Services
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in SME financial management
- Our team includes CIMA-accredited and Xero-certified professionals
- We provide scalable solutions from bookkeeping to finance director services
- Our clients praise our transparent, responsive service in 100+ testimonials
- We implement cloud-based systems for real-time financial visibility
Associations and certifications
- CIMA
- Xero Certified Advisors
What people say
First class service
Highly recommended
Fantastic support
Cost transparency
Seamless transition
Services
Bookkeeping Essentials
Our Bookkeeping Essentials service provides comprehensive financial record-keeping for SMEs. We manage accounts payable/receivable, payroll, VAT returns, and expense management using cloud technology. With experienced professionals handling high-volume transactions, we ensure accurate, timely financial data to support business decisions while clients focus on core operations.
Management Accounting
Our Management Accounting service delivers strategic financial insights for business growth. We produce monthly/quarterly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and performance reports. By analysing financial data and implementing efficient reporting systems, we help businesses maintain financial control, identify opportunities, and make informed strategic decisions aligned with their growth objectives.
Finance Director
Our outsourced Finance Director service provides expert financial leadership without full-time costs. We offer budgeting, merger/acquisition support, system implementation, and board-level financial guidance. With experience in scaling businesses, we help develop financial strategies, improve processes, and provide the strategic oversight needed for sustainable growth and investment readiness.
Xero Certified Advisors
As Xero Silver Partners, we specialise in cloud accounting solutions for modern businesses. We implement and support Xero software, migrate data from legacy systems, and train teams on its features. Our expertise ensures clients maximise Xero's capabilities for real-time financial management, automated processes, and seamless integration with 300+ business applications.
Business Services
Our Business Services package offers comprehensive financial outsourcing solutions. From start-up formation to scale-up support, we handle accounting, payroll, tax compliance, and financial strategy. Tailored to individual business needs, this service allows owners to focus on growth while benefiting from expert financial management and advisory services.
People
Mike Watts
Managing Director, FCMA
With 20+ years' experience as Financial Director at Crisp Group and Nortel Networks, Mike specialises in strategic finance for high-growth SMEs. He leads outsourced finance services, system implementation, and growth strategy for SaaS businesses while maintaining CIMA accreditation.
Jo Watts
Commercial Director
Bringing 20 years' retail business experience, Jo provides commercial support to SMEs under 1m turnover. Her expertise covers HR, procurement, contract negotiation, and team leadership, supporting clients with practical commercial advice and operational efficiency improvements.
Emma Sturgess
Finance Manager, MIAB
As Exeter team leader, Emma delivers management accounts, payroll, and VAT services with Xero expertise. With qualifications from IAB and experience in Sage/QuickBooks, she ensures accurate financial reporting while mentoring junior staff and maintaining client relationships.
Teresa Grieve
Finance Controller, FCCA
FCCA-qualified Teresa specialises in financial process improvement and management reporting. With experience across manufacturing, services, and public sectors, she provides technical accounting support, staff training, and compliance assurance for clients requiring detailed financial oversight.
Glen Chudley
Finance Assistant, AAT
AAT-qualified Glen handles bookkeeping, VAT returns, and financial analysis with 10 years' experience in agricultural and medical sectors. His technical proficiency in Xero supports clients with accurate data input and month-end reporting while maintaining excellent communication standards.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for growing businesses?
We provide bookkeeping essentials, management accounting, finance director support, Xero implementation, and financial forecasting tailored to SMEs at all growth stages.
Are you certified to work with Xero accounting software?
Yes, we are Xero Silver Partners with certified advisors who receive regular training on the latest platform updates and integrations.
How do you support businesses preparing for investment?
We help prepare financial statements, implement scalable systems, and provide strategic guidance to enhance investment readiness for funding rounds.
What industries do you specialise in?
We focus on SaaS, FinTech, technology firms, and professional services businesses, with experience across manufacturing, retail, and charity sectors.
Can you help transition from other accounting systems to Xero?
Yes, we manage complete transitions from systems like Sage to Xero, ensuring seamless data migration and staff training.
How do you ensure timely financial reporting?
We implement automated cloud-based systems and provide monthly/quarterly management accounts to ensure accurate, real-time financial visibility.
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Reviews (6)
Jarrod Matthews
Dec 20, 2019
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We have a 5 star service from The Finance Department! Nothing is too much trouble, and you can rely on them to dot the is and cross the ts. I would certainly recommend them to every business! Thank you Finance Department!!
Zarir Vakil
Dec 14, 2019
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Great execution of a true outsourcing experience. Finance department work seamlessly as part of our team and deliver timely reporting better than we would do ourselves. Interface with Xero provides for excellent day to day contact even though they are in Exeter and we in London.
Teresa Redhead
Oct 18, 2019
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Needed Finance Director level help with a number of issues which without the help of Mike at the Finance Department we would have struggled to resolve; thank you to Mike and his team for all their help and continued support. I would definitely recommend to other businesses and look forward to working with Mike when we move our accounting system.
Robert Ewins
Jun 11, 2019
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Jacob, Emma, Mike and the team at the Finance Department provide an excellent and invaluable payroll, accounts payable and bookkeeping service to our business. Response times and quality of service are second to none, consistently, month on month. Highly recommended.
Steve Toland
May 24, 2019
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I would highly recommend The Finance Department. They look after our companies Accounting, Expenses, Forward Budgeting, Payroll, Pensions and Taxes. Service is great and excellent value. Ideal for start-ups who are not ready for the cost of a Finance Department.
Jacob Sorensen-Parkes
Jun 16, 2018
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Would highly recommend to anyone looking for bookkeeping/payroll/management accounts , quick and efficient and also have had no issue providing more services as my company grew!
