About Books & Business

Bookkeeping doesn’t have to be stressful, confusing, or last-minute. At Books & Business, we make your finances simple, organised, and timely — with clear explanations so you always understand what is happening.

Why choose Books & Business

• AAT Level 4 qualified – professional standards and deep bookkeeping knowledge.
• 25+ years using QuickBooks – helping clients get maximum value from software.
• Experienced Dext user (9+ years) – making bookkeeping faster and more accurate.
• Proactive support – we chase paperwork monthly, so nothing gets missed.
• Plain English communication – we explain accounts clearly; no jargon so you never feel lost.
• Flexible software options – QuickBooks, Xero, Sage 50 etc., whichever works best for you.

Who we work with

We support small business owners across Surrey (Tadworth, Lower Kingswood, KT20) and UK-wide — including consultants, therapists, creative shops, lifestyle businesses, trades, stables, and more.

Our services include monthly bookkeeping, VAT support, and full accounts management — always tailored to your business. Payroll is available as an optional add-on if required.

Our Approach

We know many business owners find bookkeeping overwhelming. Our aim is to take that stress away by keeping everything organised and making sure you feel confident about your numbers.

Whether you prefer local, face-to-face support in Surrey or fully remote working across the UK, we adapt to fit your way of doing business. We work with a variety of software, so we can use the tools you already like.

About Vivian Marsden

Founder of Books & Business, AAT Level 4 qualified, with 19 years’ experience helping small businesses take control of their finances. Based in Lower Kingswood, Tadworth, Surrey, Vivian works with clients locally and remotely across the UK.

Ready to work together?

Want bookkeeping that is professional but never overwhelming?

Book your free 15-minute discovery call today and let’s make bookkeeping stress-free.