Accounting & Bookkeeping for Start-Ups & Small Businesses

Wed May 13 2026 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm UTC+01:00

Bristol Central Library | Bristol

Business & IP Centre Bristol
Publisher/HostBusiness & IP Centre Bristol
Accounting & Bookkeeping for Start-Ups & Small Businesses
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Free start-up finance workshop: choose your business model, master bookkeeping, meet HMRC rules and take control of your money.
About this Event

For every start up business one priority will be financial considerations. What type of business might be one question … sole trader or limited company? A further consideration will be managing and keeping track of financial transactions. This will involve recording, analysing, and interpreting the financial data to make informed business decisions as well as to make sure you meet tax requirements.


At its core it will be arranging your bookkeeping to ensure you record all financial transactions, such as sales, purchases, expenses, and payments, in a systematic manner either manually or by using accounting software.

This workshop will cover all of these areas to help advise on how to set-up and keep control.


Core areas covered
  • Sole Trader business model v limited company model
  • When to register with HMRC and deadlines
  • The need for a separate Business Account and free business banking options available
  • Keeping business records / expense receipts and benefits to using accounting software


About your trainer - Gina Scott, Director of GS Accounting and Bookkeeping Ltd


With many years of experience, I run a small friendly accounting firm that works with individuals and small to medium sized businesses in varied professions.

I am MAAT AATQB qualified and have previously worked in banking. Therefore, I have a wealth of knowledge and understanding in these areas. I pride myself in giving you the very best service and advice in all areas of personal and business tax.



Workshops are free for all aspiring entrepreneurs, start ups, and small businesses in the West of England Combined Authority region. All events are funded by the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority through the UKSPF.

FAQs



Will there be refreshments?

Tea and instant coffee will be provided in the meeting room. Bristol Central Library has a cafe with a range of other refreshments for purchase.



What is your refund policy?

BIPC Bristol events are free, but places are limited and events can be oversubscribed. If you no longer wish to attend the session, when possible please give two working days’ notice by email or cancel on Eventbrite.



Can I attend if I am not a member of the library?

Any Bristol-based business or person with a business idea is welcome, but we always recommend joining the library as it is free and makes our business databases, books, and e-books easy for you to access.



What are the parking and accessibility provisions at Bristol Central Library?

Please see the Bristol Central Library website for information about visiting the library.



How can I find out about BIPC Bristol news and upcoming events?

Follow us on Eventbrite and also on LinkedIn and Instagram. For more information on BIPC Bristol see our web page: https://www.bristol.gov.uk/BIPC

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Bristol Central Library, College Green, Bristol, United Kingdom

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