Bookkeeping services

Clear, up-to-date records for your business, kept by people who know the tax rules. Available through our offices in Scunthorpe, Lincoln, Retford and Grimsby.

Bookkeeping that keeps you on top of your numbers

Good bookkeeping means you always know where your business stands. It also makes your VAT return, year end accounts and tax return quicker and less stressful. Our bookkeeping services are available through our offices in Scunthorpe, Lincoln, Retford and Grimsby.

Who it's for

  • Sole traders who want to stop worrying about receipts and records
  • Limited companies that need tidy books for accounts and Companies House
  • Landlords keeping track of rental income and costs
  • Employers who want their records in order alongside payroll

What we can help with

  • Setting up and supporting cloud accounting software, including Sage and Xero
  • Setting up receipt and invoice capture tools such as Auto Entry, Hubdoc and Dext
  • Keeping your records up to date so your accounts and returns are ready when you need them

How it works

We start by talking through your business and how you currently keep your records. Then we agree the software and the approach that suit you. You do not need to be an expert in any of it.

Prices

These prices are a guide only and are all plus VAT. We will confirm what applies to you before any work begins.

  • Bookkeeping: charged on time spent at our hourly rates
  • Sage Cloud Accounting subscription: £50 (a software cost, not our fee)
  • Xero subscription: £45 (a software cost, not our fee)
  • Auto Entry, Hubdoc or Dext set up: from a minimum of £360
  • Auto Entry costs: from £0.60 per entry
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How we work

Transparent fees. Proactive advice.

We believe in a transparent fee structure and proactive advice, delivered when it's needed.

From our first meeting and through every service we provide, we review your business to make sure tax efficiency and performance are at the forefront of our advice.

01

Consultation

We start with a thorough consultation to understand your financial needs, and tailor our services to your goals.

02

Delivery

Our expert team delivers your accounting efficiently and transparently, with high-quality results that move your business forward.

03

Review

We review the year with you, look for savings and plan ahead, so tax and deadlines never take you by surprise.

Questions

Bookkeeping: your questions

How much does bookkeeping cost?

Our bookkeeping is charged on time spent at our hourly rates. The Sage Cloud Accounting subscription at £50 and the Xero subscription at £45 are software costs rather than our own fee.

Setting up Auto Entry, Hubdoc or Dext starts from a minimum of £360, and Auto Entry costs from £0.60 per entry. All prices are plus VAT and are a guide only. We will confirm what applies to you before any work begins.

Which bookkeeping software do you work with?

We support cloud accounting through Sage and Xero. We can also set up Auto Entry, Hubdoc or Dext to help capture your receipts and invoices.

If you are not sure which suits you, we can talk it through.

Which offices offer bookkeeping?

Bookkeeping is available through our offices in Scunthorpe, Lincoln, Retford and Grimsby. Get in touch with whichever is most convenient for you.

Do I need to be good with software to use cloud bookkeeping?

No. We help with setting up the software and the tools that capture your receipts and invoices. We will agree an approach that suits how you like to work.

Can I move my bookkeeping to you from another accountant?

Yes, get in touch and we will talk through how you keep your records now and what you need. We can then agree the software and the next steps with you.

Reviews

What our clients say

Google 4.9 138 reviews
  • My first time with this company & I found it a very good experience. All the staff were friendly, efficient, patient &knowledgeable. I would highly recommend them.
  • I can honestly say this accountants has been excellent from the time they took over from my last accountant (which sold out to them without a word) so getting thrown in to a new accountancy firm was a bit scary at first but Harry who dealt with us first was so good and helped us with the transition and explained everything in great detail and always answered my questions quickly and efficiently then George took over from Harry after Harry’s promotion (well deserved) and what a great job he’s doing he has helped us and still is helping us above and beyond with advice and the work he has ongoing for us and by taking my endless phone calls Thanks George! Well done to you both and all of Jackson’s long may this last
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  • Always very happy with the service provided. Professional, reliable and reasonably priced. Highly recommended. They go above and beyond to make sure everything is in order. They do my end of year company accounts, monthly payroll and personal tax returns. Thank you Alex, Mayia and the team.
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  • Excellent service and very friendly staff Safia was incredibly helpful and professional I really appreciated her help and would definitely recommend
  • Absolutely brilliant service! Stuart takes care of my self-employed end-of-year tax return and makes everything so easy and stress-free. He is professional, reliable and always happy to help. I wouldn’t go anywhere else and would highly recommend him to anyone who is self-employed!
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  • Super helpful, did everything my last accountant couldn’t and so much more. Super fairly priced and they will talk you through every last thing.
  • Jackson Stapleton have been sorting out our accounts both personally & for our business since they opened in Retford. Harry & George have always been on hand & helpful with good communication & advice. Highly recommended.
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  • Ive been using Jackson Stapleton Accounts for a few years now and their service has been absolutely brilliant. They have saved me all the hard work working out my tax returns and have saved me a fortune. I highly recommend them.
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  • Very pleased Stuart is very helpful couldn’t be happier
  • I’ve been using this accountant for my business for many years now, and I couldn’t be happier with the service. They are reliable, thorough, and always quick to respond whenever I need advice or support. Everything is explained clearly, and they consistently go above and beyond to make sure my accounts are in great shape. Highly recommended.
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  • Mayia sorted any problems that I had with great advice and service Thanks Jon
  • Very happy with the service our charity receives from Jackson Stapleton. Sarah, in particular, always does a great job with our payroll and is always happy to assist and offer advice on matters that fall outside of the usual monthly payroll cycle. Highly recommended.
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  • The service the good people of Jackson Stapleton offer is exemplary. They offer SME’s confidence knowing that all of their tax affairs are in good hands with sound, practical advice and a professional input at every step.
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  • Safia helped with my CGT calculation and filed my tax return efficiently. She was responsive to my questions and very helpful in getting through the systems at Jackson Stapleton.
  • Very helpful and friendly service, I've had the pleasure of dealing with a number of their accountants - their attention to detail is second to none. Would definitely recommend.
  • Thank you George and the team - always a professional, friendly and approachable service. Clear communication and patience that builds trust.
  • Excellent service at all times. Able and diligent staff. Very relaxed, friendly and welcoming atmosphere. A can do approach with all problems and difficulties arising dealt with quickly and. efficiently. I have no hesitation in recommending this company for all your accountancy needs . E.Upsall Would like to make a special mention of Safia who gave.outstandinhg service. Her communication skills were exemplary, keeping me informed of every step she made and dealing with any queries quickly and efficiently. An asset to any company. Elsie Upsall
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  • The whole Fawcett team are fantastic they’re so helpful and friendly. Eddie has been my main contact for a while now and he is extremely helpful, professional and knowledgeable!! He is always responsive to query’s & phone calls and nothing is ever too much hassle. It’s such a relief and peace of mind that I can pick the phone up and speak to Eddie anytime about any concerns especially relating to Tax and Business.
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  • Nothing but good things to say. My accountant, Eddie Vickers has been very helpful, always responds to my emails quickly and has been able to help me out with all my questions. He is always on hand to give me advice and I know I can come to him with any issues I may have. He understands how my businesses work and what my goals are which means he is able to provide advice based on this. I would highly recommend him to anybody looking for a knowledgeable and professional accountant Aaron
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    A A Lincoln office · 28 Nov 2025
  • I’ve had many accountants in the past let me down mess things up and generally hard to get hold of them. Since I’ve had them with me they have been very friendly and professional with also being easy to get hold of . They have looked into my business in depth making some super improvements and even saved me thousands. Big thank you to Harry and Mark!
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