Why Elm
Why businesses choose us
Our service goes beyond our office door.
So much more than accountants
Accountants and finance support for growing businesses
Bookkeeping, payroll, accounts and tax, plus cash flow forecasting and fractional finance director support. Based in Matlock, working with growing businesses across the UK.
Autumn Budget 2026
What the Budget means for your business
Higher tax on rental profit and interest, a smaller Business Asset Disposal Relief limit, a new National Living Wage and more business rates relief. Our plain-English guide covers what changed, why it matters and what to do now.
Finance support for every stage of growth
Founders - you don't have to do it alone
Raising SEIS or EIS investment?
We support advance assurance, compliance statements and investor certificates, help you pitch with clean financials, and flag anything that could affect your investors' eligibility for relief. Whether you're pre-seed or Series A, we give you the accounting backbone serious investors want to see.
Need a finance function, not just an accountant?
Bookkeeping, payroll and compliance through to cash flow forecasting, investor support and fractional FD advice.
We give growing businesses a complete finance function, without the cost of building one in-house.
Startup but don't know where to begin?
We cover all the foundation pieces a new startup needs (formation, registrations, bank accounts, software) with reassurance that we'll be there for each step.
You've taken the leap and registered as self-employed
Now the forms, deadlines and tax questions are piling up.
We guide you through what needs doing and when, from your first self assessment to growing into a limited company. Get clear advice so nothing important slips through the cracks.
Accounting care that grows with you
Stop drowning in forms and deadlines
Hand over company setup, filings, payroll and VAT. We handle the statutory paperwork and HMRC deadlines so you can get back to running the business.
See your numbers, make better decisions
With cloud accounting, regular reports and a named accountant, you always know where cash is going and what you can afford to do next.
Run a full finance function without the hires
Pick a package that fits your size and budget. Get bookkeeping, tax, R&D and SEIS/EIS support without paying for an in-house accounts team.
What our clients say
Rated 4.9 on Google from 16 reviews. Read our Google reviews
"Always amazingly helpful and very friendly; our start up business couldn't run without them."
Our services
Get the right support for every part of your finances
A complete finance function for growing businesses: fractional finance director (FD) support, management accounts, cash flow forecasting, bookkeeping and banking, as one tailored package.
Accurate, up-to-date books in cloud software, with bank reconciliations, invoices and VAT-ready records kept current.
We support SEIS and EIS advance assurance, compliance statements and investor certificates, and flag conditions that could affect eligibility for relief.
We check if you qualify, capture the right costs and prepare a clear claim in line with HMRC rules.
Hand over statutory company paperwork, from confirmation statements to share changes.
Our fee protection service covers our professional costs so you can get support without worrying about extra bills.
We explain the figures in plain language so you know where you stand.
Staff are paid correctly, records are kept straight and you stay compliant with payroll and pension rules.
From registration to regular returns, we manage VAT so you avoid mistakes and penalties. Know what you owe and when it is due.
Stay on the right side of HMRC with compliant digital records and submissions.
We gather the details, file on time and check you are paying the right amount of tax.
We help choose, set up and support the right cloud accounting software, so you get real-time figures and clear reports.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Elm Financial Solutions right for?
Elm is a good fit if you run a startup, small business or growing company and want proper support without hiring a full accounts team. If you feel buried in forms, worried about deadlines or just want someone sensible to talk through the numbers with, we can help.
Do I need to be based near you to work with you?
No. We're based at Holt Hall near Matlock, Derbyshire, and work with businesses across the UK. We use cloud accounting tools, email, phone and video calls so you can work with us wherever you are. If you are local and prefer to meet in person, we can do that too.
Can you help me set up a new company and register for taxes?
Yes. We guide you through company formation, tax registrations and all the early paperwork. You get clear steps, we explain what each form is for, and we make sure nothing important is missed at the start.
What kind of support can I get as my business grows?
You can start with the basics, like year end accounts and tax, then add things like bookkeeping, payroll, VAT and management reports as you grow. We adjust your package as your needs change, so you are not stuck with something that no longer fits.
Can you handle payroll, VAT and day to day bookkeeping for me?
Yes. We can run your payroll, sort auto enrolment, look after VAT registration and returns, and keep your books up to date in cloud software. You get one place for everything so you always know where you stand.
Do you help with R&D and SEIS/EIS tax reliefs?
Yes. We check if you qualify, explain what information we need and prepare the claims for you. Our goal is to help you claim what you are entitled to while keeping things clear, accurate and in line with HMRC rules.