Business Details
8 Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting Partner for Creative Businesses
Alchemy Accountancy provides tailored accounting support to SMEs and freelancers within the creative industries. Founded in 2018, we prioritise education, empathy, and authenticity, demystifying financial processes to empower clients. Our team combines deep sector knowledge with a commitment to simplifying tax, bookkeeping, and business strategy. We serve creative entrepreneurs across the UK, offering structured solutions that adapt to business growth stages.By fostering transparency and continuous learning, we help clients focus on their craft while maintaining financial clarity. Our approach eliminates jargon, ensuring clients feel confident in managing their business finances. With a focus on long-term partnerships, we deliver responsive support aligned with the unique challenges of creative enterprises.
Services
Accounting Support
Bookkeeping Services
Management Accounts
VAT Returns
Payroll Services
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We provide industry-specific accounting expertise for creative businesses
- Our team combines 20+ years of accounting experience with creative sector knowledge
- We prioritise financial education to help clients understand their business metrics
- We offer responsive support with guaranteed 24-hour response times
- We maintain full transparency with no hidden fees or unexpected costs
What people say
Transformative support
Industry-specific insights
Responsive team
Confidence in finances
No hidden fees
Services
Accounting Support
Our accounting support provides tailored financial management for creative businesses. We handle tax returns, compliance, and strategic planning while explaining complex financial concepts in simple terms. Clients receive regular updates and clear guidance to make informed business decisions.
Bookkeeping Services
We manage accurate bookkeeping using modern software to track income and expenses. Our system ensures all financial records are maintained professionally, providing real-time insights for business growth and tax compliance.
Management Accounts
Monthly or quarterly management accounts offer detailed financial performance analysis. We provide cashflow statements, profit/loss reports, and balance sheets to help businesses monitor their financial health and plan strategically.
VAT Returns
We handle all VAT-related requirements including quarterly returns and cross-border VAT registrations. Our expertise ensures compliance with current regulations while optimising tax efficiency for creative businesses.
Payroll Services
Our payroll service manages employee payments, tax deductions, and statutory requirements. We ensure timely, accurate processing while maintaining compliance with employment regulations for growing creative agencies.
People
Craig McCall
Director
FCCA-qualified accountant with 15+ years' experience in creative industry financial management. Founded Alchemy in 2018 to support creative entrepreneurs through transparent accounting solutions.
Mulenga Chilufya
Client Manager
Specialist in creative business compliance with expertise in strategic financial planning for photographers and media agencies. Provides tailored accounting advice to help clients achieve growth objectives.
Nick Valentine
Client Manager
Experienced client manager supporting creative entrepreneurs with financial strategy. Combines technical accounting knowledge with practical business advice to help clients optimise their financial operations.
Questions
Do you specialise in specific creative industries?
We work with all creative sectors including design, music, media, architecture, and digital marketing agencies.
What accounting software do you use?
We primarily use FreeAgent and Xero, integrating with platforms like Dext for receipt management.
How do you support remote businesses?
Our cloud-based systems support clients nationwide with virtual consultations and digital document management.
What's included in your management accounts?
Monthly balance sheets, profit/loss statements, cashflow analysis, and tax position updates.
How do you handle cross-border VAT?
We manage VAT registrations and compliance for international digital sales across Europe and beyond.
