Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Accounting Solutions in Coventry
Established by Angela Boxwell, Littlefoot Bookkeeping brings over three decades of professional accounting experience to businesses in Coventry, Leamington Spa, and Rugby. Since 1986, I have honed my expertise through roles at a university and a software house, reporting directly to financial controllers, and managing my own successful bookkeeping business for the past 12 years. As a qualified member of the Association of Accounting Technicians, I combine technical proficiency with practical insights gained from running both self-employed and limited company operations. My services span VAT returns, payroll management, monthly reporting, and year-end accounts, alongside tailored advice on business setup and tax compliance. I prioritise transparency, offering fixed-price quotations after a free initial consultation to ensure clarity and no hidden costs.My commitment extends beyond direct services through the Business Accounting Basics website, which provides free templates, guides, and software comparisons to empower small businesses. Cloud-based solutions like XERO are integrated into my workflow, enabling efficient, secure collaboration with clients. My approach balances technical rigour with accessible support, ensuring clients receive both expert accounting and strategic business guidance. This dual focus on service delivery and educational resources reflects my dedication to fostering sustainable business growth. The combination of formal qualifications, hands-on experience, and digital innovation positions Littlefoot Bookkeeping as a reliable partner for modern accounting needs.
Services
Bookkeeping
Payroll Management
VAT Returns
Accounting Software Setup
Year-End Accounts
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of professional accounting experience since 1986.
- Our fixed-price quotations ensure no hidden fees or unexpected costs.
- We provide free initial consultations to understand your specific needs.
- Our cloud-based XERO integration enables secure, real-time collaboration.
- We maintain AAT professional standards while offering practical business advice.
Associations and certifications
- Association of Accounting Technicians
Services
Bookkeeping
We provide comprehensive bookkeeping solutions tailored to small businesses. Our services include daily transaction recording, bank reconciliation, and financial reporting. Using cloud-based systems like XERO, we ensure real-time accuracy and accessibility while maintaining compliance with HMRC requirements. This enables businesses to focus on growth with reliable financial oversight.
Payroll Management
Our payroll services handle salary calculations, tax deductions, and compliance reporting for businesses of all sizes. We use external payroll specialists to ensure HMRC compliance while maintaining data security. This includes managing employee changes, producing payslips, and submitting real-time information to government systems, reducing administrative burdens for clients.
VAT Returns
We specialise in VAT registration, quarterly return preparation, and HMRC submissions. Our approach ensures accurate VAT calculations across purchases and sales while identifying legitimate reclaim opportunities. By integrating with accounting software, we streamline VAT record-keeping and provide proactive advice on scheme eligibility to optimise cash flow.
Accounting Software Setup
We implement cloud-based accounting systems like XERO tailored to business requirements. Services include chart of accounts configuration, data migration, and staff training. Our support extends to software troubleshooting and optimising features like bank feeds and automated invoicing, ensuring clients maximise efficiency from their chosen platforms.
Year-End Accounts
We prepare statutory accounts for limited companies and self-assessment returns for individuals. This includes profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and tax computations. Our process ensures Companies House and HMRC compliance while providing clear financial insights to inform business decisions for the upcoming year.
People
Angela Boxwell
Owner
Angela has worked in accounting since 1986, including roles at a university and software house. She has run her own bookkeeping business for 12 years and holds AAT qualifications. Her practical experience includes managing limited companies and developing free accounting resources for small businesses.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide bookkeeping, payroll, VAT returns, year-end accounts, and business setup guidance using cloud-based software like XERO for businesses in Coventry and surrounding areas.
Do you work with limited companies?
Yes, we prepare statutory accounts for limited companies and assist with Companies House requirements while providing tailored financial reporting to meet corporate compliance obligations.
Can you help with accounting software selection?
We recommend XERO as our preferred cloud-based solution and provide setup assistance, training, and troubleshooting to ensure businesses maximise efficiency from their accounting systems.
Do you offer free accounting resources?
Yes, our Business Accounting Basics website provides free Excel templates, guides on financial reports, and comparisons of accounting software options for small businesses.
How do you charge for your services?
We offer free initial consultations followed by fixed-price quotations to ensure transparency, with competitive rates compared to traditional accountancy firms.
