For Startups & Founders


Start Smart. Scale Fast.

Financial strategy for founders in Bromley navigating side hustle to seed funding.
We’re your CFO before you can afford one.

Built for Fast Growth

The financial infrastructure you need to move fast and make smart decisions.

Company Setup

With Companies House and managing finance administration with confidence.

50+ startups advised

with bespoke solutions

Partner Network

Connecting you with other professionals to help your business grow.

10 key partners

from marketing to HR professionals

Fundraising Preparation

Business plans, financial modelling and due diligence preparation for your next round.

Grants, Loans, Equity

are the options to pick from

Startup-Focused Services

We’ve helped 50+ startups begin and grow their businesses.

  • Company setup advisory and formation

  • Core Compliance: bookkeeping, payroll, annual accounts and tax

  • Monthly management accounts

  • Fundraising support: grants, loans or equity

  • Xero cloud accounting package setup

  • Pricing strategy & profitability modelling

50+

Startups helped by Alongside Accounting



Startup & Founder FAQs

Common questions from founders and growing startups

At what stage should a startup hire an accountant?

Ideally from day one. Even pre-revenue startups benefit from proper structure, financial modeling, and tax planning. We help you set up correctly from the start—choosing the right entity structure, opening business accounts, implementing accounting software, and building financial projections that support fundraising.

Do you help with investor pitch decks and financial modeling?

Yes. We create investor-ready financial models with realistic assumptions, revenue projections, cash flow forecasts, and unit economics. We’ll help you articulate your path to profitability and prepare for investor due diligence questions about your numbers.

What's the difference between a bookkeeper and what you offer?

Bookkeepers record transactions. We provide strategic CFO-level guidance—financial planning, fundraising support, investor reporting, scenario modeling, cash runway management, and growth strategy. You get proactive advice, not just compliance.

How do you charge for startup services?

We offer startup-friendly pricing with fixed monthly fees based on your stage and needs. Early-stage companies might start at £300-500/month for core accounting and advisory, scaling as you grow. We also offer project-based pricing for fundraising or specific strategic work.

Ready to Scale Smarter?

Book a free strategy call. No pitch, just honest advice about your financial roadmap.

020 4568 5201