Running a business can be exciting, rewarding, exhausting and occasionally overwhelming - sometimes all in the same day!
At Business Alchymie, we believe good bookkeeping is about more than recording transactions, reconciling bank accounts and submitting VAT returns.
It's about understanding your business, knowing your numbers and having someone you can turn to when you need support.
Whether you're a sole trader, a growing business or an established company, our aim is to make the financial side of running your business clearer, calmer and easier to manage.

I've spent over 40 years working in bookkeeping, payroll and business management, as well as running businesses of my own.
And if there's one thing I've learned, it's that running a business is rarely as straightforward as it looks from the outside!
There are customers to look after, staff to manage, suppliers to pay, cash flow to think about and decisions to make. Somewhere amongst all that, you're also supposed to find time to keep your accounts up to date.
I've experienced the realities of running businesses myself, which is why I understand that the figures on a spreadsheet only tell part of the story.
I enjoy getting to know the people behind the businesses I work with. I want to understand what they do, how their business operates, what they're trying to achieve and where they might need a little extra support.
Because sometimes the most valuable thing isn't another report - it's having someone who understands your business and can help you make sense of what's happening.
My aim is simple: to be more than your bookkeeper. I want to be someone you can rely on, who understands your business and helps you move it forward.
Jacquie Eaton
Director, Business Alchymie Ltd
Over the years, I've seen businesses work incredibly hard, generate plenty of sales and still struggle to understand where their money is going.
I've also seen business owners putting off their bookkeeping because they're too busy, unsure where to start or worried about what they might discover.
And sometimes, even when the accounts are completely up to date, the business owner still doesn't really know what the numbers are telling them.
That's where Business Alchymie comes in.
I wanted to create a bookkeeping and business support service that goes beyond simply processing paperwork.
A service where business owners feel comfortable asking questions, where financial information is explained in plain English and where there's no judgement if things have fallen behind.
Because you shouldn't need to be an accountant to understand how your own business is performing.
Every business is different, and we don't believe in treating everyone as though they have exactly the same needs.
Some clients simply want their bookkeeping, VAT and payroll taken care of accurately and on time.
Others want a little more involvement - someone who can help them understand their figures, keep an eye on cash flow or identify potential problems before they become bigger ones.
And some come to us because their bookkeeping has fallen behind and they just want someone to help them get everything back under control.
Whatever your starting point, our approach remains the same:
•Clear communication - we explain things in plain English, without unnecessary jargon.
• Reliable support - we take our responsibilities seriously and understand the importance of deadlines.
• No judgement - if your bookkeeping is behind, we'll focus on getting it right rather than how it got there.
• A personal relationship - we take the time to understand your business, not just your transactions.
• Practical advice and support - helping you understand your financial information and make more informed business decisions..
Our services include:
Bookkeeping - keeping your financial records accurate, organised and up to date.
Payroll - managing payroll processing, RTI submissions and workplace pension administration.
VAT Returns - preparing and submitting VAT returns accurately and on time.
CIS - supporting construction businesses with subcontractor payments, deductions and returns.
Business Support - helping you understand your figures, improve processes and make more informed decisions.
We believe these services work best when they're connected to an understanding of how your business actually operates.
It's not just about what happened last month. It's about helping you understand where you stand today and what you might need to consider tomorrow.
If you're looking for a bookkeeper who takes the time to understand your business, we'd love to hear from you.
Whether your accounts are running smoothly, you've fallen a little behind or you're simply ready to hand over the financial administration, we can talk through what you need and how Business Alchymie can help.
No pressure. No judgement. Just a friendly conversation about your business.
Business Alchymie - The Steady Hand Behind YOUR Business Success