Harvey Bookkeeping & Accounts

29/10/2026

28/10/2026

💷 The Budget is coming!

Today’s Budget could bring changes that affect individuals, sole traders and small business owners, so it’s worth keeping an eye on the announcements.

From tax and National Insurance to business costs and potential changes to allowances, there may be things to consider when planning your finances for the year ahead.

As always, I’ll be keeping an eye on what’s announced and what it could mean for my clients.

If anything affects your business or your bookkeeping, I’ll help you make sense of it. 😊

26/10/2026

🎃 Half term is here!

For some of us, that means juggling work with keeping the little people entertained. Others might be concentrating on keeping all the plates spinning… or simply making sure nothing catches fire! 🔥 (Metaphorically speaking, of course! 😉)

Before we know it, it'll be November, and that means a few important dates are creeping up on us:

📅 7th November - MTD for Income Tax: second quarterly update deadline
📅 7th November - VAT return deadline for some businesses
📅 31st January - The deadline to submit your Self Assessment tax return, meaning there are just 3 months left!

If you're on top of your accounts and everything is ticking along nicely, that's fantastic! 🙌

But if you're struggling to fit your bookkeeping around everything else, feeling a little overwhelmed, or starting to panic about those looming deadlines, you don't have to do it all alone.

At Harvey Bookkeeping & Accounts, I help take the stress out of managing your business finances, giving you a little more breathing space to concentrate on everything else.

I currently have availability for a limited number of new clients and would love to chat about how I could help.

👇 Click the link below to arrange a complimentary discovery call with me.
https://calendly.com/admin-harveybooks/30min

23/10/2026

✨ A little Friday reminder for business owners…

You don't have to know everything about running a business from day one.

You might be brilliant at what you do, have a great idea, and be ready to take the leap into working for yourself… but that doesn't mean you'll automatically understand your bookkeeping, tax or which software you need.

And that's absolutely fine!

There is a lot to learn when you're starting a business, and you don't need to figure everything out overnight.

The important thing is knowing where to find the right support when you need it. 💚

I love helping new business owners make sense of the accounts side of things, so they can feel more confident about their finances from the start.

Is there one thing that you wish someone had explained to you at the beginning of your business journey? 👇

Have a lovely Friday!

21/10/2026

From bank transactions to final accounts in under 1 hour? Let's talk about that. 👀

Marketing like this really gets my back up, and here's why.

I'm all for technology. I embrace anything that helps make processes more efficient, saves time and improves the service we provide to clients.

But headlines like this create a misleading impression of what bookkeeping and accountancy actually involve.

Because bank transactions are just one piece of the puzzle.

What about reconciling accounts, checking VAT treatment, identifying errors, dealing with missing information, reviewing unusual transactions, making year-end adjustments and ensuring everything is accurate and compliant?

What about understanding the business behind the numbers, spotting potential issues and asking the questions that software simply cannot answer without the right information and professional oversight?

And what about the responsibility that comes with signing off accounts and knowing the figures are right?

Of course, for some very small, straightforward businesses, technology can make the process considerably quicker. But that isn't the reality for every business, and a headline like this doesn't tell the whole story.

There's also a tiny asterisk next to that headline, leading to a disclaimer that's so small it's almost unreadable.

And that's the problem.

We're increasingly bombarded with advertising suggesting that bookkeeping and accountancy are simple, instant and largely automated. The danger is that business owners start to believe that good financial management should take very little time and, therefore, shouldn't cost very much either.

But cheap and quick at the outset doesn't always mean cheap in the long run.

When bookkeeping has been incorrectly categorised, VAT has been treated incorrectly, transactions haven't been reconciled or important adjustments have been missed, the work involved in unpicking it all can be significant.

And often, putting things right costs considerably more than having them done properly in the first place.

Technology is a fantastic tool. Automation absolutely has its place. But it doesn't replace professional judgement, experience, attention to detail or accountability.

Behind accurate accounts is much more than a bank feed and a piece of software.

It's knowledge. It's experience. It's asking the right questions. It's understanding the bigger picture. And it's taking responsibility for getting it right.

Good bookkeeping and accountancy aren't just about producing a set of figures. They're about knowing those figures can be trusted.

So, the next time you see a headline promising instant accounts, remember to look beyond the headline and ask what's actually included.

Because your business deserves more than figures that simply look right. ❤️

19/10/2026

A little reminder that behind every small business is a real person juggling a hundred different things! 😊

Whether you're just starting out, growing your business or trying to keep on top of everything behind the scenes, it can sometimes feel like there just aren't enough hours in the day.

That's one of the things I love about working with small businesses — helping to take some of the stress out of the financial side so you can focus on what you do best. 💚

Lovely to be part of the local business community here in Shropshire, and I'm always happy to connect with other local business owners!

What does everyone do locally? I'd love to hear what you're working on! 👇

16/10/2026

A little re-introduction to Harvey Bookkeeping & Accounts 💚

For those who may not know me or what I do, I’m Laura, a bookkeeper and accounts professional based in Shropshire, supporting sole traders and small businesses across the UK.

I love helping business owners feel more confident with their finances, taking some of the stress out of the numbers so they can focus on doing what they do best.

From everyday bookkeeping and VAT to self assessment, payroll and Ltd company support, I’m here to help make the financial side of running a business that little bit simpler.

Whether you’re just starting out or have been in business for years, I believe having the right support in place can make all the difference. 😊

14/10/2026

Your bank balance isn't your profit

A healthy bank balance doesn't necessarily mean you're making a healthy profit.

You might have £10,000 sitting in your business bank account…
…but if you've got £3,000 of VAT to pay, £2,000 of bills due and a tax bill around the corner, that £10,000 isn't really all yours to spend.

This is one of the reasons I think keeping your bookkeeping up to date is so important.

The number in your bank account only tells you part of the story...

12/10/2026

If your bookkeeping only gets attention when a deadline is approaching, I'd love to change that.

I'm opening up spaces for sole traders and small businesses who want someone to take the financial side of the business off their plate.

Not just at tax return time.

Not just when the VAT deadline is looming.

Not just when you've suddenly realised you've got six months of bookkeeping to catch up on.

Regular bookkeeping can mean knowing where you stand throughout the year.

It can mean spotting the quieter months.

Seeing when your business is growing.

Understanding your figures before making a big decision.

Having your VAT information ready when you need it.

And, perhaps most importantly, not having that nagging feeling that there's something you should be dealing with.

My regular support can include bookkeeping, VAT, MTD ITSA and reporting, alongside year-end and Self-Assessment support where needed.

And I don't want the relationship to feel like you hand over a box of numbers and disappear until the next deadline.

I want to understand you and your business, explain things when you need them explained and be someone you can actually contact when something crops up.

My aim is simple:
Less confusion.
Less stress.
Less financial overwhelm.
More clarity and confidence.

If you've reached the point where you're thinking “I really need someone to take this off my hands”, don't wait until the next deadline.

Send me a message and let's have a chat about what support would actually work for you and your business.

Bruno can relax...his bookkeeping is done!...

09/10/2026

A little look behind the scenes… 💚

You might know me as the face behind Harvey Bookkeeping & Accounts, but today I thought I'd share a little more about the person behind the spreadsheets! 😄

When I'm not busy helping business owners make sense of their numbers, there's a few things you'll probably find me doing…

🏉 Watching rugby – always a good excuse to get caught up in a match!

🏎️ Following Formula 1 – because apparently, I don't have enough going on without adding a bit of racing drama to the mix! 😂

📚 Getting lost in a good book – there's nothing quite like escaping into a different world for a little while.

🧵 Sewing – I love getting creative and making things, and I'm always thinking about what I could make next. I especially enjoy the idea of turning fabric into something useful or lovely to gift.

❤️ Spending time with my family – life with three little ones certainly keeps me busy, and family time is a big part of what matters most to me.

☕ Enjoying the little things – a quiet cuppa, a bit of time to recharge, or simply having a moment to myself when life allows!

Running my own business is a big part of my life, but there's so much more to me than bookkeeping. I'm a mum, a book lover, a rugby and F1 fan, and someone who enjoys getting creative whenever I can.

I think it's important to remember that behind every small business is a real person, juggling work, family, hobbies and everything else life throws at us. 💚

And that's something I can definitely relate to!