Milton Keynes Accountants — Virtual Finance Office & Fractional CFO Service
A Complete Finance Function — Without The Cost Of Building One In-House
Growing businesses need more than annual accounts and tax returns. A Virtual Finance Office (VFO) gives you structured financial management day-to-day, with access to higher-level insight through a Virtual CFO — without the overheads, disruption, or commitment of full-time staff.
Outsourced Finance Leadership
When Your Business Outgrows Basic Accounting
As businesses grow, financial complexity increases. What worked when turnover was lower often becomes a bottleneck — creating pressure on cashflow, decision-making, and control
When Finance Becomes A Bottleneck
Many growing businesses reach a point where finances are technically compliant, but operationally stretched.
- Too Much Falls On The Owner: Financial oversight sits with someone already overloaded.
- Fragmented Processes: Bookkeeping, payroll, and reporting handled separately or inconsistently.
- Cashflow Pressure: Lack of visibility leads to reactive decisions.
- Delayed Information: Reports arrive too late to influence outcomes.
- Costly Hiring Decisions: In-house finance roles are expensive and inflexible.
Growth exposes weaknesses in financial structure.
What A Virtual Finance Office Changes
A Virtual Finance Office provides structure, continuity, and oversight — without locking you into permanent staffing costs.
- Joined-Up Finance Function: Bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, and reporting working together.
- Reliable Cashflow Oversight: Visibility before problems arise.
- Scalable Support: Services grow or contract with your business.
- Consistent Processes: Reduced reliance on individuals — no sick pay, holidays, training or supervision needed.
- Clear Accountability: Financial responsibilities properly defined and managed.
Structure creates control.
A Smarter Alternative To Hiring In-House
Your Virtual Finance Office — Everything In One Place
A Finance Office Designed To Scale
Your Virtual Finance Office acts as your outsourced finance department, offering everything you need in one place, tailored to the level of support your business needs.
We Can Act As Your
- Bookkeeping Team
Handling sales and purchase invoices, bank transactions, reconciliations, VAT returns, and routine reporting. - Payroll Unit
Running payroll accurately and on time, including CIS and auto-enrolment, while managing legislative changes and employee queries. - Cash Management Crew
Supporting debtor collections, supplier payments, accounts receivable, and accounts payable to keep cash moving. - Systems & Software Specialists
Implementing cloud accounting software and integrated apps to improve automation, reporting, and control.
One finance function. One point of responsibility.
Financial Expertise Without The Overhead
Outsourcing your finance function provides flexibility and consistency that’s difficult to achieve with in-house teams.
Why Businesses Choose VFO
- Scales with your business
- Lower cost than full-time finance staff
- Access to broader expertise
- No sickness, holidays, or staff turnover
- Real-time cloud access to financial data
- Predictable monthly fees
Outsourcing finance is often the smarter commercial choice.
Strategic Financial Leadership
Fractional Chief Finanacial Officer (CFO) Support For Informed Decision-Making
A Fractional CFO provides higher-level financial insight nornally only availabe to larger companies — helping you plan, grow, and make confident decisions. Unlike traditional compliance services, this role is forward-looking and commercially focused.
How Your Fractional CFO Can Support You
- Budgets and cashflow forecasts
- KPI tracking and benchmarking
- Cost control and margin analysis
- Financial health monitoring
- Systems and process development
- Strategic planning and growth support
- Financial modelling and scenario planning
- Fundraising and grant applications
- EIS and SEIS support
- Tax strategy development
- Audit readiness
- Investor and stakeholder reporting
CFO-level thinking — without CFO-level cost.
Need A Friendly Accountant In Milton Keynes?
Right Now, You May Face These Problems
Financial Headaches
Too Much Tax
Wondering if there are smarter ways to lower your tax bill.
Cashflow Stress
Struggling to keep business cashflow under control.
Surprise Tax Bills
Wanting to plan ahead and avoid last-minute shocks.
Business Structure Doubts
Not sure your setup is as tax-efficient as it could be.
Time Consuming Bookkeeping
Spending hours on data entry instead of growing your business.
Payroll Hassles
Worried about payroll accuracy and keeping your team happy.
Accounting Frustrations
Waiting Too Long For Answers
Surprise Fees
Lack Of Forward Planning
HMRC Pressure
Unclear Value For Money
Hard-To-Understand Advice
Does Your Accountant In Milton Keynes Offer This?
Everything You Get As A Tax & Beans Client
Every client gets real-world support, practical perks, and proactive advice to make running your business easier, smarter, and more profitable. You might not need it all now, but it's here for you when you do.
Essentials Keeping You Out of Trouble
Yes, we handle everything you’d expect from an accountant that delivers on time, every time:
- Annual accounts and tax returns
- Tax calculations + reminders of due dates and liabilities
- HMRC agent set-up and correspondence handling
- Bookkeeping, VAT returns & management accounts
- Payroll & CIS
- Companies House formalities & company secretarial
- Cloud accounting systems (or paper if you prefer!)
We do all these on time and efficiently, they keep you out of trouble but there's so much MORE we can offer you!
Tax Protection
Keep more of what you earn — and sleep easier at night:
Tax Savings
We combine tax statute, case law and practical insight to optimise your tax position, the right way. Tax efficiency reviews to stop overpaying!
HMRC Problems
HMRC knocking? We help you deal with it quickly, correctly and confidently — we’re here to help you.
Free Tax Enquiry Insurance
We’ll handle HMRC investigations and visits, with no extra charges, included with many packages – terms apply.
Regular Tax Projections
Know what’s coming months in advance to help avoid any nasty surprises.
International Tax Planning
Leaving the UK or arriving, we’re here to optimise your tax position.
Growth & Strategy
Advice, tools, and insights that fuel your business growth:
Business Growth
Ideas, funding tips, grant guidance and smart cashflow planning to move your business forward with confidence.
All-In-One Marketing
Supercharge your business with powerful software that replaces all your tools in one place.
Small Business Specialists
Tailored advice from a team that lives and breathes small business, just like yours.
Virtual Finance Office & CFO
Access to outsourced finance department service with a part-time CFO at a fraction of the cost of employing in-house staff.
Business Valuations
For business sales and purchases, divorce discussions and tax planning.
Free Insurance Review
We’ll connect you with a small business specialist to make sure your business is protected properly at the best price.
Perks & Bonuses
Because great service should come with a few surprises:
Free Company Formation
Starting a Ltd company? We’ll set it up for free when you’re on board with us for accounts & tax.
Mortgage References Included
Buying a home or need a landlord reference? We’ll issue it promptly with no additional fees.
Free Movie Tickets!
Because every new client deserves a little fun, enjoy 2 free tickets on us when you join!
Free Legal Advice Line
Small business legal advice line covering commercial, employment and health & safety matters. Included with many plans.
Referral Rewards
Introduce someone to us and, when they become a client, both of you get £100 and 2 free movie tickets. A simple, transparent thank-you from us to you.
1 Month Free Trial
Try us risk-free for 30 days. Love it or leave it, no charge,
Personal Wealth
Get the right advice to help manage and grow your personal wealth:
Inheritance Tax & Estate Planning
Helping you maximise and protect what you leave.
Complimentary IFA Review
We’ll introduce you to an FCA-regulated adviser who’ll give you a clear, expert view of your pensions and investments — without paying a penny.
Wealth Protection
Structure your affairs intelligently to reduce exposure to life’s risks, with access to legal and financial specialists when needed.
Client Experience & Support
Everything you wish an accountant would do:
Dedicated Accountant
You’ll always speak to someone who knows your business inside-out, no retelling your story.
Fair Fixed Fee Packages
Budget friendly fixed fee package, no surprises to worry about.
Unlimited Assistance
Need advice? Call or email for routine queries, no worry of extra fees. For more detailed advice, you always get an upfront quote.
No Minimum Contract
Stay because you want to, not because you’re tied in. Cancel anytime, no penalties.
Communication Choices
Call, text, email, WhatsApp, video or in person, we fit into your way of working.
On Time, All The Time
Fast, accurate work every time, accounts in 20 days or less, VAT returns 10 days, payroll 24 hrs, & all other work as agreed.
Rapid Response
Urgent question? We reply within 1 working day max, often within the hour.
No Geek Speak
We explain things clearly — and if we don’t, we donate £10 to charity. Yes, really.
Tech-Savvy
We use smart tech to get your work done faster, smoother, and more affordably.
Online or Paper Books
Use cloud software or stick to spreadsheets or manual books, we work the way you like.
Indemnity Insurance
We’re fully insured, so you’re fully protected – because peace of mind matters. Why risk working with an uninsured accountant?
easyCHANGE System
We handle your switch from another accountant 100% — so you don’t lift a finger.
Access to Specialist Services
When you need specialist help, we connect you with the right professionals — with our support alongside:
Asset Protection
Protect your wealth with smart, compliant structuring by trusted specialists.
Business Rates Appeals, Rent & Lease Reviews
Save on your rent and rates with expert negotiation from specialist surveyors.
Access Commercial Finance Experts
We’ll introduce you to FCA-regulated brokers who can explore funding options tailored to your business, often at highly competitive rates.
Business Sale
Prepare your business for a smooth, well-planned, tax-efficient sale with support from specialist advisers.
Franchise Your Business
Franchising can unlock serious expansion potential for the right businesses.
Global Zero Tax Strategy
Discover the zero-tax blueprint some nomads and online entrepreneurs legally use.
Insolvency
Expert insolvency solutions tailored for directors, delivered by licensed insolvency practitioners.
Law
Fixed fee legal services for small businesses delivered by solicitors.
Mortgages
Independent mortgage advice, provided by FCA regulated independent mortgage advisers experienced with small business owners and professionals.
Personal Financial Planning
Tailored independent financial advice by FCA-regulated advisers also experienced with small business owners and professionals.
You’re not buying accounting! You’re getting peace of mind, tax efficiency and strategic growth support with the Tax & Beans TaxSmart Growth System. We don’t just file forms, we’re on your side!
Serious Credentials, Serious Guarantees,
Zero Risk to You!
ICAEW Regulated
Why ICAEW Regulation Matters
Here’s The Uncomfortable Truth:
In the UK, anyone can wake up tomorrow, print a business card, and call themselves an “accountant.”
- No guaranteed training
- No guaranteed regulation
- No guaranteed insurance
- No built-in consequences
We’re Different.
We’re Chartered Accountants — regulated by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales (ICAEW), one of the most respected professional bodies in the world.
Why Does That Matter To You?
Because when it comes to your tax, your business, and your financial future, the person you choose is the difference between peace of mind and potential disaster.
Here’s What This Means To You
- Recognised by Mortgage Lenders. Many lenders require references from qualified accountants. Our credentials tick that box.
- Dealing with HMRC is easier when your accountant is properly qualified, regulated, and supervised — exactly what ICAEW membership guarantees.
- Mandatory Professional Indemnity Insurance. If something ever goes wrong, you’re protected. Full stop.
- Rigorous, Top-Tier Qualifications. We’ve completed years of training, exams, and practical experience before earning the letters after our name.
- Independent Quality Checks. We are subject to ICAEW practice reviews and regulatory oversight.
- Right of Complaint. If you ever have an issue (rare, but possible), you have access to an independent process through the ICAEW — not just “take our word for it.”
- Independent AML Regulation. The ICAEW, not HMRC, oversees our money-laundering compliance—an independent professional body.
Bottom Line
When you choose a Chartered Accountant, you’re choosing someone who is regulated, insured, qualified, independently monitored, and held to the highest ethical standards in the profession.
Why gamble your business on someone who isn’t?
Take it to the Bank!
Our Iron-Clad No-Wiggle-Room Service Guarantee
Everyone hates uncertainty — and rightly so. So we removed it.
We created a guarantee that’s clear, straightforward, and built entirely around one thing: your confidence in choosing us.
Read it carefully…
Because it’s rare to see firms make their commitments this explicit in writing.
Here It Is:
A Full One-Month Free Trial For Recurring Work
For recurring work, spend 30 days experiencing how we work — completely free.
No cost. No commitment. No risk.
Just pure, hands-on experience of what it’s like to have a proper accounting team behind you.
We Fix It Until It’s Right
If something doesn’t feel right, tell us — and we’ll put it right.
Quickly.
Professionally.
Relentlessly.
Your peace of mind comes first.
100% Fee Refund
If we’ve been given the chance to correct an issue and you still believe we haven’t delivered the standard you expected, we’ll refund the fees for the work you’re not satisfied with.
No debate. No stonewalling. No frustration.
Mistakes Don’t Fall on Your Shoulders — Ever
If we make a mistake, we take full responsibility.
You’ll never be left dealing with the hassle or the cost of putting right something that was down to us.
We sort it quickly, professionally, and at our expense.
That’s real accountability.
Hassle-Free Exit
If you ever choose to move on, we’ll return all your records promptly and cooperate fully with your new accountant.
No delays.
No awkwardness.
No “missing paperwork.”
Just a smooth, professional transition — the way it should be.
A Parting Gift
We’ll even send you two movie tickets as a goodwill gesture. Because endings should be just as pleasant as beginnings — and life’s too short for hard feelings.
The (Not So) Small Print
If anything isn’t right, just let us know within 30 days of the work being completed.
No hoops.
No complicated terms.
No hidden clauses.
Just fair, transparent service — the way professional firms should operate.
Your Move
Try us today, completely risk-free! We take the risk off your shoulders and put it squarely on ours — exactly where it belongs.
Reviews You Can Actually Trust
REAL Milton Keynes Clients. REAL Results.
Michael Jones
MJ Plumbing
As a busy plumber, I needed accountants who truly understand tradespeople, and these guys deliver. They’ve sorted out years of messy books, helped me stay on top of my VAT, and how to lower my tax bills. Straight-talking, reliable, and worth every penny.
Emily Chen
Emily Enterprises Ltd
Since partnering with these accountants, we’ve seen a dramatic improvement in our cash flow and overall financial health, with profits up 22%. They offer personalized guidance and have a knack for spotting opportunities for savings. Highly recommend!
John Lee
John's Empire Ltd
Have saved us over £12,000 in tax this year. We’ve worked with several accountants in Milton Keynes in the past, but none come close to the professionalism and efficiency of this firm. They stay ahead of deadlines, communicate clearly, and we finally have peace of mind.
Sarah Smith
Sarah's Business Ltd
This accounting firm has been a game-changer for our business. They not only handle our taxes with precision but also offer invaluable financial advice that has helped us grow. Their proactive approach and quick responses make them a pleasure to work with
Switching Accountants Is Easier Than You Think — Our easyCHANGE Service Handles Everything
Grab A Free Consultation
A friendly chat to understand your business, tax position, frustrations, opportunities — and whether we’re the right fit.
Agree Services & Fixed Fees
You’ll receive a clear, written summary of services, fixed fees, and what’s included.
No surprises. No hidden extras. No guesswork.
We Handle The Entire Switch For You
Simply email your current accountant or sign our authority letter. We’ll take care of:
- Professional clearance and handover information.
- HMRC authorisation.
- ID checks and engagement letter.
You don’t have to chase anyone. We do it all.
BONUS: A Free Review Of Your Previous Accountant's Work
We’ll dig into last year’s accounts and tax computations.
If we spot major issues, overclaimed or underclaimed items or potential savings, we’ll explain them clearly — and help put things right.
Book Your Free Consultation With a Fiendly Milton Keynes Accountant
If You Want In, Book Your Free Consultation Now
To ensure quality and attention, we limit new client intake. If the calendar shows availability, you’re in luck — but slots go quickly.
Every month you delay may mean missed allowances, inefficient structures, or avoidable tax.