Business Details
14 Years
experience
Professional Bookkeeping Services in York
Established in 2012, D B Bookkeeping and Payroll is led by David Bentley, a seasoned professional with over 40 years of experience in finance and business support. As an Associate Member of The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB), we maintain rigorous professional standards and hold Practice Licence 12440, demonstrating our commitment to excellence through formal examinations. Our expertise spans bookkeeping, payroll management including auto-enrolment, and personal tax returns, supported by professional indemnity insurance and registration with the Information Commissioners Office (Z3449745). We serve businesses of all types, offering tailored solutions from manual accounting to advanced digital systems like QuickBooks Online.Our clients benefit from a free initial consultation and transparent engagement terms, ensuring clarity and trust in our partnership. With a career spanning central government roles including the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and Leeds City Council, we bring institutional knowledge to small businesses. We prioritise client education, offering coaching to in-house teams while maintaining strict confidentiality. Our HMRC-recognised payroll system accommodates up to 250 employees and integrates with pension providers like True Potential. Testimonials highlight our reliability, global e-commerce expertise, and straightforward financial advice that prioritises client needs over corporate pleasantries.
Services
Bookkeeping
Payroll Services
Tax Returns
Business Support
VAT Returns
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of finance experience including government departments
- ICB-certified professionals with formal accounting qualifications
- Free initial consultation with no obligation
- Tailored solutions from manual to digital accounting systems
- Professional indemnity insurance and ICO registration (Z3449745)
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Certified Bookkeepers
- Practice Licence 12440
What people say
Highly professional standard
Timely manner
Considerable expertise
Reliable service
Straightforward advice
Services
Bookkeeping
Comprehensive bookkeeping services maintaining accurate financial records using manual systems or digital platforms like QuickBooks Online. We ensure proper categorisation of business expenses and revenue streams while providing bank reconciliation services. Our HMRC-compliant systems support businesses in maintaining financial transparency and preparing for tax obligations.
Payroll Services
Full payroll management handling PAYE compliance for businesses with up to 250 employees. We manage automatic enrolment pensions through MoneySoft Payroll Manager and integrate with providers like True Potential. Our services include processing payments weekly, four-weekly or monthly while maintaining HMRC regulatory compliance and generating necessary tax documentation.
Tax Returns
HMRC-registered self-assessment tax return preparation for individuals and businesses. We handle complex tax scenarios including rental properties, capital gains, and high-income tax liabilities. Our service ensures accurate reporting using bookkeeping records while maintaining compliance with current tax legislation and submission deadlines.
Business Support
Tailored financial guidance for business operations including system selection between manual accounting and digital solutions. We provide coaching for in-house teams and offer strategic advice on financial planning. Our support extends to international business structures and importation deferment schemes for e-commerce clients with global operations.
VAT Returns
VAT return preparation and submission services ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements. We handle VAT accounting periods, reclaim processes, and digital record-keeping requirements. Our clients receive guidance on VAT schemes suitable for their business size and turnover while maintaining accurate transaction records.
People
David Bentley
Certified Bookkeeper
With over 40 years' experience in finance and business support, David Bentley is an Associate Member of The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers. He established D B Bookkeeping and Payroll in 2012 after a distinguished career in central government departments including the Foreign Office and Leeds City Council.
Questions
What accounting software do you support?
We specialise in QuickBooks Online and Sage 50, while also supporting manual systems and spreadsheet-based accounting. Our HMRC-compliant solutions adapt to your existing systems.
Do you handle international business accounts?
Yes, we support e-commerce businesses operating across multiple marketplaces with experience in US company setup and importation deferment schemes.
What payroll system do you use?
We use MoneySoft Payroll Manager for up to 250 employees, integrated with pension providers including True Potential and NEST for automatic enrolment compliance.
Are you HMRC-registered?
Yes, we're registered with HMRC for PAYE, self-assessment tax returns and VAT services, maintaining full compliance with current tax legislation.
Do you offer initial consultations?
We provide free, no-obligation initial consultations to discuss your specific requirements before establishing formal engagement terms.
What areas do you serve?
Based in York, we serve clients across Yorkshire and the Humber, with nationwide support available through digital accounting systems.
