ACCOUNTS AND BOOKKEEPING FOR SMALL BUSINESSES AND SOLE TRADERS

Studio 8 Accounts offers bookkeeping, payroll, VAT and accounts support for small businesses and sole traders across Brighton & Hove and Sussex.

No jargon, no stress, just getting the job done.

Accounts and bookkeeping for small business, makers and shakers.

About

About Studio 8 Accounts

To put it simply, I love turning a bookkeeping mess into a set of clear, easy-to-understand management accounts and year end accounts.

I'm a qualified accountant (MAAT) and bookkeeper (AATQB) with over 12 years' experience working with small businesses, so there isn't much I haven't dealt with before.

After several years trading as Bookkeeping Studio, I've set up Studio 8 Accounts Ltd. The service and the person you work with stay the same. The new company gives the business room to grow.

Clients include online retailers, wholesalers, builders, cafes, design agencies, business support services, artists and football clubs across Brighton & Hove and Sussex.

Kate Thomas, Director

Services

Tailored Service, Measurable Results

01

Bookkeeping

Let me take it off your hands. I'll process your bookkeeping and keep it up to date. Whether you're starting from scratch or handing over an existing system, you can trust me to get the job done.

03

Xero Hero

As a certified Xero partner, I keep up with every change in the software and show you how it can benefit your business.

05

VAT Returns

Quarter-end reconciliations and VAT return submissions, fully compliant with Making Tax Digital.

07

Year End Accounts

I prepare your year end accounts from the bookkeeping, so there are no surprises and no last-minute scramble. For limited companies, this includes statutory accounts filed with Companies House. For sole traders and partnerships, it includes accounts ready for your tax return.

09

Personal Tax Returns

Self Assessment tax returns for sole traders, company directors, landlords and anyone else who needs to file one. I'll gather what's needed, work out what you owe, and file on time, well before the 31 January deadline.

11

Companies House Compliance

Keep your company in good standing with Companies House, without the admin headache. I can:

Prepare and file your annual confirmation statement on time
Keep your register of People with Significant Control (PSC) up to date and report any changes
Update director, shareholder and registered office details when things change
Guide you through Companies House identity verification for directors and PSCs, now a legal requirement, and verify your identity on your behalf as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP)

02

Bookkeeping Set-up & Training

I can set up bookkeeping systems and processes to suit your business. If you'd rather keep the books yourself, I'll train you to keep them up to date, and I'll be on hand to answer questions afterwards.

04

Payroll & CIS

Full payroll processing, including submissions to HMRC and payslips, P45s and P60s for your employees. You'll always know exactly what to pay your staff and what to pay HMRC. CIS returns and subcontractor verification for construction businesses.

06

Management Reports

Once your bookkeeping is done, I produce regular management reports. They show:

How much profit you've made
Who owes you money
Who you owe money to
How much VAT and Corporation Tax you owe, or are likely to owe at year end

08

Corporation Tax Returns

I prepare and file your company's Corporation Tax return (CT600) with HMRC. I'll tell you in good time how much is due and when, so you can plan ahead.

10

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD ITSA)

MTD for Income Tax started in April 2026 for sole traders and landlords with qualifying income over £50,000. It extends to income over £30,000 from April 2027 and over £20,000 from April 2028. I'll check whether and when it applies to you, set you up with compatible software such as Xero, and submit your quarterly updates and final declaration.

12

Bespoke Service

Looking for a custom solution? Let's connect to create a plan that keeps your bookkeeping precise and your accounts perfectly managed.

Client Testimonials

"Kate has been an excellent bookkeeper for me over the last two years, she has always given me sound information in a friendly and approachable way. She has also been patient with explanations of numbers when my dyslexic tendencies have been a little slow on the uptake! She was recommended to me by a friend and I would also highly recommend her to anyone."

FH Jewellery Designer

"Working with Kate has made everything really simple. We were struggling with our 'Making Tax Digital' migration, but Kate was able to get us compliant and trained up for cloud accounting. She's really proactive with changes that affect our industry and it's reassuring knowing she's on the ball. Kate does our bookkeeping, payroll and pension assistance and we highly recommend her for day to day upkeep of your bookkeeping and training!"

SH Speciality Coffee Shop Owner

"Kate has been brilliant from day one. To be honest, I was in a complete mess with trying to get to grips with Xero and tallying everything up from a less than perfect set of spreadsheets. Kate has saved me hours and hours of work. She answers questions promptly, takes care of all reconciliation and generally makes my life a lot easier!"

TB Branding Specialist

Contact

Get in touch today and stop worrying about your bookkeeping & accounts.

You'll get a free initial consultation, and we can find an accountancy service at a price that works for you.

Email: hello@studio8accounts.com

Contact: Kate Thomas

Tel: 07916 273723