Business type
Sole trader, limited company, contractor and employer needs can differ.
Clear scope before a quote
Pricing
Understand what shapes an accountancy quote before package prices are published.
Ostoya does not publish package prices until the scope, inclusions and commercial notes have been approved. This page explains how monthly fees are normally scoped so you can prepare for a useful conversation.
No package prices are shown here yet. A quote is prepared after understanding your records, responsibilities and reporting needs.
What affects your monthly fee
Most accountancy fees depend on the work required each month and the compliance responsibilities attached to your business.
Transaction volume
More invoices, receipts and bank movements usually mean more bookkeeping work.
VAT registration
VAT registration, scheme choice and return frequency affect review requirements.
Payroll
Employee numbers, directors, pensions and pay frequency shape payroll scope.
Accounting software
Existing software, bank feeds and record quality can simplify or increase onboarding work.
Catch-up bookkeeping
Backlog, missing documents or historic corrections are scoped separately from routine work.
Reporting requirements
Management reports, forecasts or lender-ready figures may be quoted with bookkeeping.
What is typically discussed before a quote
- Your legal structure and current filing responsibilities
- How records are kept today and which software is used
- Monthly transaction patterns and any seasonal peaks
- VAT, payroll and self-assessment responsibilities
- Any backlog, deadlines or handover from a previous accountant
What to prepare before contacting Ostoya
- Business type and Companies House or HMRC registration details if applicable
- Approximate monthly sales invoices, purchase invoices and bank transactions
- Whether you are VAT registered or approaching the VAT threshold
- Payroll headcount and pay frequency if you employ staff
- Accounting software access or exports where available
- Known filing deadlines, backlog periods or urgent compliance concerns
How the quote process works
1
Share the context
Send a short outline of your business, services needed and current accounting setup.
2
Clarify the scope
We identify routine work, one-off catch-up tasks and services that should be quoted together.
3
Receive a scoped quote
The quote can then reflect agreed responsibilities instead of a generic package label.
Services that may be quoted together
A monthly engagement may combine several services when they are connected. These links help you review the service context before requesting a quote.
BookkeepingStreamlined bookkeeping tailored to your business.VAT ReturnsAccurate VAT returns with full HMRC compliance.PayrollReliable payroll and workplace pension management.Self-AssessmentWe handle your personal tax return, stress-free.Management AccountsTrack performance and plan with actionable insights.Final AccountsYear-end accounts and Companies House-ready financial statements.
Ready to define the right scope?
Tell us what you need covered and we will discuss a clear scope before preparing a quote.