Total Books Accountants, Bookkeepers And Tax Advisers In Bristol
If you’re looking for a local accountant to help your business stay on track and reach its financial targets, look no further than Total Books Bristol.
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Strategically located in the South West of England, Bristol is known for its cultural and dynamic city centre. But, beyond its historical and artistic charm, Bristol is also a powerhouse for business and innovation. The bustling city centre offers startups and established businesses a place to collaborate and grow with abundant support right on their doorsteps. With over 60,000 enterprises registered in Bristol, it’s the third-largest business sector in the UK.
Organisations like techSPARK and Business West, Bristol City Council and the local universities offer unique opportunities for networking, support, resources, and funding. There’s also varied access to professional services, including legal and business support, as well as our local Bristol accountants, which businesses of all sizes should make use of to grow and succeed.


Welcome to Total Books, accountants based in Bristol
Total Books specialises in serving small to medium-sized businesses across the Bristol area, from bustling startups to established limited companies. Our mission is to provide honest, excellent service that puts our clients at ease, helping them manage their business finances and make confident decisions.

Bristol businesses we work with
As certified accountants in Bristol, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by different types of businesses and support them in using these opportunities to their advantage.
Contact Total Books today to discuss our accounting services in Bristol.
Sole Traders
We're here to help you manage the many financial tasks of sole trading so you can continue to focus entirely on running your business. Whether you're an independent seller at St. Nicholas Market or a tech freelancer at the Bristol & Bath Science Park, we will handle your bookkeeping and tax affairs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency at every turn.
Small Businesses
Our accountants are helping small businesses like yours thrive in Bristol with the right support and tailored solutions. We provide various accounting services across Bristol, from supporting cafe and restaurant owners in Clifton to helping independent retailers in Broadmead. As local accountants, we'll always be readily available to answer questions and act quickly.
Limited Companies
Bristol is home to many established businesses. The number of offices and coworking spaces in Temple Quay and the city centre speaks for itself. Our job is to help thriving limited companies in Bristol continue to develop and grow. We ensure compliance with all regulations and identify the smartest tax-saving solutions to maximise profits.
Our Bristol Accounting Services
We support many growing businesses with our broad range of accounting and tax services in Bristol.

Bookkeeping
Bookkeeping creates a solid foundation for all successful businesses, and at Total Books, we excel in it. We offer essential bookkeeping services that ensure your financial records are always accurate and up to date, focusing on implementing the latest software and keeping your business up to date.

Payroll
Efficient payroll processing is essential for maintaining a happy team and ensuring compliance. Our Cardiff accountants will calculate wages, deduct taxes and stay on the ball when it comes to compliance requirements. We'll ensure your employees are paid accurately and on time so you can focus on other areas of growing your business.

Self-assessment tax returns
We understand the pressure of filing complicated self-assessment tax returns, which is why our services aim to simplify the process. We'll ensure your business is in the right position to submit returns accurately and efficiently, keeping you in line with HMRC's regulations. Our experts will make the most of any local tax benefits and deductions in Cardiff that are suitable for your industry to minimise your tax liability.

Tax Planning
We understand the pressure of filing complicated self-assessment tax returns, which is why our services aim to simplify the process. We'll ensure your business is in the right position to submit returns accurately and efficiently, keeping you in line with HMRC's regulations. Our experts will make the most of any local tax benefits and deductions in Cardiff that are suitable for your industry to minimise your tax liability.

Xero Cloud Accounting
We are keen to help your business do more with the correct software. This is why our accountants work with Xero, the popular and easy-to-use accounting software. We offer setup and support for Xero accounting, giving you direct access to your financial data and making working with us much easier.
Meet Buhir Rafiq
Buhir Rafiq (MAAT) is the Managing Accountant of Total Books. Him and his team have over thirty years of combined specialist experience in accountancy, bookkeeping, and taxation.
See why we are the best reviewed accountants across Bristol
Our expert accountancy team is happy to help, whatever the issue, as we personalise our assistance to meet the individual needs of each of our clients. We’ve received feedback from some of the people we’ve helped so far – here’s what they’ve said:
Why choose Total Books' accountancy services in Bristol?
Choosing the right accountant can transform the way you manage your business. Whether you’re a sole trader, a small business or a well-established limited company, you’ll benefit from local accounting support in Bristol.
At Total Books, we strive to build lasting relationships with our clients by offering a service focused on reliability, honesty and integrity. Our due diligence and commitment to staying up to date with the latest accounting technology pushes our clients’ businesses in an upward direction.
As local Bristol accountants, we have an in-depth understanding of the local market and provide practical and relevant advice. Our local knowledge, combined with our experience supporting clients from across the industries, ensures you receive an efficient and accurate service that keeps your business running without trouble.
Running your business takes your full attention, so let us handle the financial side. Contact Total Books today to see how our Bristol accountants can best support your business.