Time for a Better
Accountant?
Switching accountants feels like a big deal. It isn't. We've helped thousands of businesses make the move — we contact your old accountant, transfer your records, and get you set up. You don't lift a finger.
And you benefit from day one — not after the paperwork clears.
What you get from day one
Sound familiar?
Signs It's Time to Switch
Most people stay with a bad accountant longer than they should — out of loyalty, inertia, or not knowing it could be better. If any of these ring a bell, it's time.
Slow to respond
Emails go unanswered for days. Phone calls go to voicemail. You're left chasing for basic information about your own finances.
Missed deadlines
Late filing notices from HMRC. Penalties you shouldn't have received. A feeling that you're always the one keeping track of dates.
No proactive advice
You hear from them once a year — if that. No tax planning, no year-round guidance. Just a bill and a set of accounts.
Paying too much tax
Without proactive planning, you're almost certainly not as tax-efficient as you could be. Every year that passes is money you won't get back.
Traditional firm, traditional costs
Hourly billing. Unexpected invoices for 'additional work'. No fixed price, no certainty. The bill always seems higher than expected.
No decent software
Still getting PDFs or spreadsheets in the post. No real-time view of your finances. No app. No dashboard. No visibility.
The Switch Process
We Handle the Whole Thing
You don't need to contact your old accountant. You don't need to chase paperwork. You just need to sign up.
You Sign Up
Complete our online form in a few minutes. Tell us about your business and who your current accountant is.
We Contact Them
We send a professional disengagement letter and request your records directly. You don't need to say a word.
Records Transfer
Your previous accounts, tax returns, and payroll data are transferred securely. We check everything is complete.
You're Sorted
Your dedicated accountant takes the reins. FreeAgent set up, onboarding call booked, deadlines tracked.
Your benefits start immediately — not after the transfer
The moment you sign up, you're a Clever Accounts client. Your dedicated accountant is assigned, FreeAgent is set up, and any upcoming deadlines are tracked. The records transfer runs in the background.
The Comparison
How We Compare to
Traditional & Budget Accountants
Traditional firms charge by the hour and disappear until year end. Budget online services cut corners and leave you without real support. Clever Accounts gives you both — expert service at a fixed, fair price.
| Feature | Traditional Accountant | Budget Online | Clever Accounts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Responsiveness | Often 3–5 day response times | Ticket-based support, can be slow | Dedicated accountant, same-day response |
| Advice | Reactive — you ask, they answer | Very limited advice included | Proactive tax planning, unlimited advice |
| Software | Manual, PDFs, spreadsheets | Basic software sometimes included | FreeAgent included free (worth £29/mo) |
| Pricing | Hourly or unclear annual fee | Low monthly fee, limited scope | Fixed all-inclusive monthly price |
| Dedicated Accountant | Often rotates between staff | No dedicated accountant | Your own accountant who knows your business |
| Year-end Accounts | Included (often slow) | Often extra cost | Always included |
| VAT Returns | Usually extra | Often extra | Always included |
| Payroll | Usually extra | Often extra | Included (up to 2 employees) |
| MTD Compliance | Variable — many not ready | Basic MTD only | Full MTD support via FreeAgent |
| Setup / Switch Fee | Often charged | Usually none | None — ever |
Real Switchers
They Made the Move
"I stayed with my old accountant for five years because switching felt like a faff. Clever Accounts handled the whole thing. Within 3 weeks I had a new accountant, FreeAgent set up, and saved £800 in the first year."
"My previous accountant barely contacted me. I signed up with Clever Accounts on a Thursday and had an introductory call with my new accountant by Monday. It was seamless."
"I was with a local firm who charged me per letter, per call — it was ridiculous. Fixed price, dedicated accountant, free software. Should've switched years ago."
Stop putting it off.
Switch today.
No setup fee. No minimum contract. We handle the transfer from start to finish. Your dedicated accountant is ready.
Typically switched within 2–4 weeks · Benefits start from day one
FAQ
Switching Questions Answered
Ready when you are.
Join thousands of businesses who've already made the switch to smarter, more responsive accounting.