Ongoing Accountancy Services
With over 15 years of experience supporting growing businesses, Metric is a firm of Chartered Accountants dedicated to helping technology and startup companies scale with confidence. We combine proven expertise with the latest technologies and processes to deliver accounting and advisory services that go beyond compliance.
At Metric, we understand that success isn’t just about reporting the numbers — it’s about understanding what they mean. Our team works closely with you to interpret your financial data, turning insight into action and helping you make informed decisions that drive growth.
We offer a comprehensive range of ongoing services designed to meet all your financial needs under one roof. From bookkeeping and compliance to strategic planning and advisory, you’ll never need to go elsewhere for specialist support. As your business evolves, our services evolve with you — so you can grow confidently, knowing Metric is with you every step of the way.
Below are some of the key ongoing services that we can provide.
Ongoing accountancy at a glance:
We aim to provide all the services you can need from your accountants. No need to go to a different provider for certain services. With Metric, it is all under one roof, and the service offering is such that you can grow with us.
Annual Accounts & Corporate Tax Return
Every year, your business must submit financial accounts to Companies House, and accounts and a tax return to HMRC.
At Metric, we prepare your accounts in line with either:
- The Small Companies Regime, or
- FRS 102 (for companies with more complex reporting needs)
We also have experience in preparing group accounts, including consolidated financial statements and required disclosures.
Common requirements that we handle when preparing accounts:
- Accounting for share option charges (in both accounts and tax returns)
- Disclosure of investments
- Intercompany loan reporting
- Capitalised development costs and compliance with accounting standards
- Accounting for R&D tax relief and Video Games Tax Relief
Management accounts and VAT returns
We believe it is essential to implement a strong bookkeeping process early on in your company’s journey. While many firms prepare cash-based bookkeeping — recording transactions based only on bank activity — we take a more comprehensive approach. We prepare your financial records based on actual invoices and bills, not just bank movements.
This approach ensures your financials reflect the true financial position of your business. It allows for consistent, reliable comparisons between periods and helps you avoid unexpected fluctuations in your accounts from one year to the next. Having accurate financials in place supports your growth, enables you to confidently respond to board queries, and simplifies grant applications or other finance-related reporting.
Therefore, our services would always include the following:
- Post month-end adjustments to reflect costs and revenue in the correct period (this includes accruals and prepayments, accrued and deferred revenue)
- Prepare payroll journals to reflect your payroll correctly in the P&L and Balance Sheet.
- Set up a fixed asset register in Xero and run monthly depreciations.
- Reconcile share capital and share premium at the time of the equity investment
- Reconcile all of your balance sheet accounts which, for example, includes bank reconciliations, PAYE reconciliations, accrued and deferred sales, prepayments and accrued costs and fixed asset reconciliations.
We offer bookkeeping and management accounts on a monthly or quarterly basis. Typically, businesses begin with quarterly reporting and move to monthly updates as they grow and require more timely financial insights.
Our bookkeeping software of choice is Xero—a powerful, cloud-based platform designed to support scalable, efficient financial management. Xero enables robust reporting and provides the flexibility and transparency needed to grow your business with confidence. Metric has worked with Xero for many years and have Xero-certified management accountants.
If you need a custom management report, we’re happy to set these up for you. We would tailor it for your needs. Many clients want to compare actual results against budget, or to split their costs by department. If you use Xero, it is easy to build reports that suit your needs. They are also easy to change if your requirements move on.
We will support you with VAT registration and make sure that you are using the best available scheme for your business. When registered we will ensure that your regular bookkeeping includes accurate accounting for VAT. We would normally advice clients to use the quarterly scheme and we would of course prepare and submit your VAT return on your behalf.
Company Secretarial Services
At Metric, we support your business with a range of Company Secretarial (CoSec) services, ensuring you stay compliant and up to date with legal and regulatory requirements.
We handle the submission of your annual confirmation statements to Companies House. While this used to be a simple snapshot of your company, new requirements now mean additional checks on directors and company details. We stay on top of these changes so you don’t have to.
In addition, we regularly assist clients with a wide range of company secretarial matters, including:
- Allotment of shares and issuing share certificates
- Creation of new share classes
- Submission of annual accounts to Companies House
- Guidance on corporate structure changes
“I’ve worked with Metric Accountants both at Re-Genus Ltd and in a prior start-up, and their support has been excellent. The team combines technical excellence with a friendly and supportive approach, making them a pleasure to work with. Metric has handled all our compliance services — from payroll and bookkeeping to accounts preparation — with accuracy and efficiency, while also providing specialist tax advice on more complex matters such as structuring share issues. In a previous startup venture, their expertise contributed directly to a successful $15M fund raise, demonstrating their capability and commitment. I regard Metric not just as accountants, but as trusted partners who consistently go above and beyond to help our business grow.”
Payroll Services
We provide payroll services for businesses of all sizes — from owner-director employees to teams of 200 employees. Our scalable, reliable process ensures your payroll is prepared accurately and on time, reducing unnecessary stress around pay dates.
We understand the importance of timely and dependable payroll. Our aim is to deliver your payroll in a timely manner, allowing sufficient time for any necessary adjustments. We also pride ourselves on offering a flexible service to accommodate your needs.
Each month, we prepare everything required for your payroll, including clear payment instructions for both the payments to your employees and HMRC. We also manage your pension obligations and can assist with setting up pension contributions as part of the payroll process.
While we are not a Human Resources (HR) department, as a dedicated payroll processor we are always happy to support our clients and can point you in the right direction for any HR-related queries.
“We’ve been working with Metric across a range of services — from accounts production through to more specialist tax work, including EMI share option valuations and R&D tax credits — and we couldn’t be happier with the support we’ve received. The team is consistently commercial, practical, and a real pleasure to work with. They take the time to understand our business and always deliver advice that’s both technically sound and grounded in real-world application. What really stands out is their ability to translate complex financial matters into clear, accessible language that everyone in our team can understand. It makes working with them not only straightforward but genuinely enjoyable. We’d highly recommend them to any business looking for smart, down-to-earth financial expertise.”
Audit Services
Metric provides a full suite of audit services designed for the needs of technology and high-growth startups. As our clients secure investment and expand internationally, the assurance and insight provided by a robust audit process becomes essential — not only for compliance, but also for credibility, governance, and decision-making.
Statutory Audits
For medium and large UK companies that meet audit thresholds, Metric Accountants delivers statutory audits in full compliance with UK auditing standards. Beyond meeting legal obligations, our audits provide management and shareholders with an independent, data-driven assessment of financial performance and controls. We use technology and other tools to streamline the process and minimise disruption, while ensuring accuracy and transparency across complex, fast-moving businesses.
Group and subsidiary audits
As startups mature and create group structures — often with international subsidiaries — we coordinate seamless group and component audits. We work closely with overseas auditors where required, consolidating results and ensuring that group reporting aligns with both UK and international standards. This is particularly valuable for tech companies managing multiple entities across jurisdictions, where intercompany transactions and transfer pricing must be clearly evidenced.
Investor and stakeholder audits
Investors, venture capital funds, and strategic partners increasingly demand independent assurance over financial information. Metric Accountants conducts stakeholder-driven audits tailored to investor reporting requirements, providing credibility and transparency that support funding rounds and board oversight. Our reports give founders and investors alike confidence in the integrity of financial data and internal processes.
Pre-exit and due diligence audits
When preparing for a sale, merger, or acquisition, a pre-exit audit can help identify issues early, strengthen valuation, and streamline negotiations. Metric Accountants provides comprehensive reviews of accounting policies, revenue recognition, cost structures, and compliance history — helping management teams present a clear, reliable financial position to potential buyers or investors.
Grant audits
Many technology companies rely on innovation and R&D grants to fuel growth. Metric Accountants conducts grant audits that verify eligible costs, ensure compliance with funding conditions, and satisfy the reporting requirements of grant providers such as Innovate UK. Our experience helps clients protect future funding opportunities and demonstrate effective stewardship of public or private funds.
By combining rigorous technical standards with an understanding of the startup landscape, Metric Accountants provides audit services that add value far beyond compliance — helping innovative businesses build trust, attract investment, and scale with confidence.
