Specialists in small business accounts

Painless accounting for freelancers and small businesses that operate as Sole Traders or Limited Companies.

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Your accounts sorted for a flat monthly fee

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Quick & friendly support

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Trusted by over 800 freelancers & small businesses

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Get back to business

Accounting shouldn’t be stressful or time-consuming. As a business owner, you want to pay the bills then get back to business.

We’re based in Bishop’s Stortford and help UK businesses spend more time doing what they love and less time worrying about accounts.

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What they say

As a small business owner, time is one of my most precious resources. So having Martin by my side is a god send. I don't have to worry about being compliant, ensuring my accounts are in order and any other HMRC requirements are ticked off. Martin and Gold Stag accounts does it all. It means I'm freed up to focus on my work and clients and no sleepless nights worrying about VAT, Tax and HMRC. Thank you!

I've been working with Martin over the last few months after setting up my first limited company and I'm so happy with his services. He's always on hand to answer any questions and it's great knowing that all my accounts and tax payments are in check - I don't have to worry about missing deadlines or wondering if I'm filling things out correctly anymore. It's definitely given me peace of mind (which is worth paying for in itself) and has taken a chunk of admin off my to-do list. I would definitely recommend him to freelancers and business owners!

Jessica, Millowe Ltd

I found Gold Stag on Face Book advertising their services. When I got in touch, Martin came out to my house to discuss my needs, he has been brilliant ever since. I would highly recommend.

Martin responds quickly and knowledgeably to my accounting questions and can be relied upon to meet my deadlines.

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