ICAEW Chartered Accountants · Warwick

Your finance function.
Without the headcount.

We handle the bookkeeping, tax, and financial reporting so you can stop worrying about the numbers and get back to running your business.

Trusted & accredited
ICAEW
Xero Partner

Built for growing businesses,
not giant corporations

We combine the expertise and rigour of a large firm with the accessibility and personal service of a trusted local partner.

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Expert advice, local knowledge

ICAEW qualified, based in Warwick. We know the local business landscape and bring deep experience supporting companies at every stage of growth.

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A team you can actually reach

No call centres, no rotating account managers. You’ll speak to the same people every time — by phone, email, or face-to-face if you prefer.

Free up your time

We handle the financial admin and reporting so you can focus on what actually moves your business forward. No more weekends lost to spreadsheets.

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Cost-effective expertise

All the capability of an in-house finance team at a fraction of the cost. Transparent, fixed-fee pricing with no surprises.

Stay compliant, stay in control

We keep your books clean, your filings on time, and your finances exactly where they need to be. Sleep easy.

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Trusted by local businesses

We’ve helped well-known companies from Warwick and Leamington Spa, to get their finances in order and scale with confidence.

Meet the team

Our principals bring decades of hands-on experience across finance, eCommerce, technology, and growing businesses — so you get real expertise, not just bookkeeping.

Barry Day, Principal at Smallbutcool Chartered Accountants in Warwick – Fellow of the ICAEW

Barry

Principal – Fellow of the ICAEW

Barry is a Fellow of the ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales). He built three small businesses into leading international companies and has served as Finance Director of Fully Listed Plc, AIM, Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Private Companies. He brings extensive experience across technology, eCommerce, publishing, marketing, exhibitions and events.

Tracy, Principal at Smallbutcool Chartered Accountants in Warwick – Fellow of the IAB and Xero Qualified Expert

Tracy

Principal – Fellow of the IAB & Xero Qualified Expert

Tracy is a Fellow of the IAB (International Association of Bookkeepers) with over 30 years of experience in accounting. Having worked extensively alongside Barry across technology, eCommerce, subscription, publishing, marketing, PR, exhibitions and events sectors, Tracy is also a Xero-qualified expert — meaning your accounts are always in safe, certified hands.

Outgrowing make-do solutions?

There comes a point in every growing business when spreadsheets get messy, a part-time bookkeeper isn’t enough, and the financial insight you need to make smart decisions simply isn’t there.

That’s where we come in. We step in as your complete finance function — handling bookkeeping, tax, payroll, and reporting — so you can stop worrying about the numbers and get back to running your business.

You get the expertise and rigour normally reserved for larger companies, at a fraction of the cost of building an in-house team. Accessible, friendly, and responsive.

Talk to us about your business →
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Setup cost. We make onboarding easy.
2wks
Average time to get fully up and running
198k
ICAEW members in our global professional network
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Free consultation. No obligation, no sales pressure.

Simple to get started

Most clients are up and running within two weeks. Here’s what to expect.

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Free consultation

Tell us about your business. We’ll listen, ask the right questions, and give you an honest assessment of how we can help — no jargon, no pressure.

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Tailored proposal

We’ll put together a clear, fixed-fee proposal based on exactly what you need. No hidden extras, no vague scope. You’ll know exactly what you’re getting.

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We get to work

Onboarding is straightforward. We connect to your accounts, get everything set up, and you’ll have a dedicated team looking after your finances from day one.

Services that grow with you

Whether you need a full finance function or support in a specific area, we’ll tailor our services to fit.

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Bookkeeping

Accurate, organised financial records — without you lifting a finger. We handle the data entry, reconciliations, and categorisation, keeping your books clean and current.

Monthly or quarterly reconciliation
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Tax Planning & Compliance

Pay what you owe, nothing more. We stay on top of changing UK tax law so you’re always compliant, and we proactively look for opportunities to reduce your liability.

Corporation tax · VAT · Self assessment
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Financial Reporting

Year-end accounts and statutory filings handled on time, every time. We take care of Companies House submissions and keep you out of trouble with HMRC.

Annual accounts · Companies House
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Management Reporting

Monthly or quarterly reports that tell you exactly how your business is performing — revenue, margins, cash flow — and what to do about it.

KPI dashboards · Cash flow forecasting
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Payroll

Accurate payroll processing and RTI filings, so your team gets paid correctly and on time. We handle PAYE, pension auto-enrolment, and all the admin.

RTI filings · Auto-enrolment · P60s
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Advisory

A sounding board for the big decisions — growth plans, funding, restructuring, exit planning, or simply understanding your numbers better.

Part-time FD · Strategic planning

What our clients say

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“I am very grateful to Smallbutcool. They have played a key part in refining our financial reporting while streamlining the business and getting things set up to deal with the challenges of the next phase.”

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David Maclean
Founder & CEO, Packt Publishing
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“As a business owner, it’s imperative to find a financial partner who genuinely understands and cares about the unique aspects of your business. I found exactly that in Smallbutcool. The team’s knowledge and expertise are second to none, but their unwavering commitment to their clients truly sets them apart.”

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Jae Flynn
Owner, ProtoTypist Keyboards

Ready to hand off the finances?

Book a free 30-minute call. No obligation, no sales script — just an honest conversation.

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Let’s talk

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Office

Open House, Hawkes Drive
Heathcote Industrial Estate
Warwick, CV34 6LX

Phone

+44 (0) 1926 754 700

Email

hello@smallbutcool.com

⏳ We respond to all enquiries within one business day.