Bookkeeping

Bookkeeping is one of the most important parts of running a business, but it’s also one of the easiest to fall behind on. When you’re busy serving clients, managing operations or growing your business, keeping your financial records up to date can quickly slip down the list. That’s where we step in. At DS Business Support Ltd, we take bookkeeping off your plate so you can focus on running your business. Using industry-leading software Xero and Dext, we keep your financial records accurate, up to date, and ready whenever you, or your accountant, need them.

Why choose our Bookkeeping service?

Good bookkeeping is more than data entry. It's the foundation for confident decision-making, smooth tax returns, and a business that's always audit-ready. Our team combines hands-on expertise with smart cloud technology to deliver bookkeeping that's fast, reliable, and tailored to your business.

  • See your numbers anytime, from anywhere, on any devices

  • No more waiting until year-end to know where you stand.

  • Automated data capture means less manual input and fewer mistakes.

  • From sole traders to growing limited companies, our service flexes with you.

Bookkeeping matters because it’s the backbone of every financially healthy business. Accurate, up‑to‑date records do far more than keep HMRC satisfied — they give you a clear understanding of your cash flow, help you plan ahead for tax deadlines, track how your business is performing and prevent unexpected bills from catching you off guard. With reliable numbers in front of you, you can make confident, informed decisions about growth instead of relying on guesswork. When your books fall behind, everything else becomes harder, which is why having the right support can make such a difference.

Powered by Xero and Dext

We use two of the most trusted names in cloud accounting to keep your bookkeeping efficient and transparent.

Xero is our accounting platform of choice. It gives you a live, easy to understand view of your bank transactions, invoices, and cash flow, all in one secure place. We use Xero to reconcile your accounts, manage your ledgers, and produce clear, accurate financial reports.

Dext takes the pain out of paperwork. Instead of chasing receipts and invoices, you simply snap a photo or forward an email, and Dext extracts the data automatically. This information flows straight into Xero, cutting down on manual entry and reducing the risk of lost documents or errors.

Together, Xero and Dext form a streamlined, automated bookkeeping system that saves you time and keeps your financial records consistently accurate.

What's Included

  • Setup and management of your Xero accounting software

  • Digital capture and processing of receipts, invoices, and bills using Dext

  • Bank reconciliation and transaction categorisation

  • Accounts payable and receivable management

  • VAT record-keeping and preparation support

  • Ongoing support and query resolution

  • Liaison with your accountant at year-end, if required

Who We Help

We support sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies across a range of sectors who want reliable bookkeeping without the overhead of an in-house finance team. Whether you're just starting out and need your books set up correctly from day one, or you're an established business looking to modernise from spreadsheets or outdated software, we can help.

How It Works

1: Get in touch

Tell us about your business and current bookkeeping setup.

2: We set you up

We configure Xero and Dext (or migrate your existing data) so everything's ready to go.

3: You send us your documents

Snap receipts and invoices on the go with Dext; we handle the rest.

4: We keep your books current

Regular reconciliation and reporting, so your numbers are always accurate.

5: You get clarity

Clear reports and a finance partner on hand whenever you have questions.

Bookkeeping

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Our services

Accurate, up-to-date books are the foundation of everything else you do for your clients. Our bookkeeping team keeps your clients' records clean, reconciled, and ready for review — all year round, not just at year-end.

  • Bank reconciliation and transaction coding

  • Accounts payable and receivable processing

  • Cloud accounting software management (Xero & Dext)

  • Month-end and quarter-end close support

  • Clean-up and catch-up bookkeeping for backlogged clients

  • CIS

VAT returns

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VAT deadlines don't move, and errors are costly. We prepare and review VAT returns with the accuracy and audit trail your practice needs to sign off with confidence.

  • MTD-compliant VAT return preparation and submission

  • Standard, Flat Rate, Cash Accounting and Margin Scheme support

  • VAT reconciliation against underlying bookkeeping

  • Query resolution ahead of filing deadlines

Payroll

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From weekly wages to complex multi-client payroll runs, we manage the full payroll cycle so your practice can offer a dependable, on-time payroll service without carrying the resource in-house.

  • Weekly, fortnightly and monthly payroll processing

  • RTI submissions to HMRC

  • Auto-enrolment pension administration and compliance

  • Payslips, P45s, P60s and year-end reporting

  • Statutory pay calculations (SSP, SMP, SPP, etc.)

  • CIS processing for construction sector clients

Complete the form to book your free consultation and discover how DS Business Support can take bookkeeping off your plate.