Expert retail, wholesale & ecommerce accountants
Running a retail, wholesale, or ecommerce business in the UK is complex. At David Howard, we manage your tax, bookkeeping, payroll, and compliance, so you can focus on growth.
Why choose our retail accounting services?
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Cost-effective Accounting & Bookkeeping. Reduce costs with tailored systems that maximize value
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Managing High-Volume Transactions. We handle large sales volumes, invoices, and transactions with ease and accuracy
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Sector expertise. We understand retail cycles, seasonal trends and ecommerce complexities
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Online platform knowledge. You'll benefit from experience with Amazon, Shopify, Etsy and other ecommerce platforms
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Direct access to experts. You’ll always speak directly to experienced partners and managers
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Smart Software & systems. Let us manage your software integrations to streamline your accounting
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Real-time Financial Information. Make better business decisions with up-to-date financial data, giving you clarity on your position and helping you plan in advance
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Boost Profitability. By streamlining processes and providing accurate financial insights, we help you identify opportunities to increase profits

How we can help
We offer retail accounting services tailored to your situation. Our retail accountants provide proven strategies suited to your situation
Ecommerce accounting
Support for online sellers using single or multiple platforms.
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VAT compliance: Accurate calculation, filing, and reporting, including cross-border obligations
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Platform bookkeeping: Integration with Amazon, Shopify, Etsy, and other sales channels to track transactions, fees, discounts, and refunds automatically
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Cash flow management: Real-time reporting across all payment gateways and bank accounts to keep your finances clear
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Online-specific compliance: Guidance on digital sales taxes, marketplace regulations, and international VAT for ecommerce businesses
Retail accounting
Support designed for brick-and-mortar shops.
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Tax returns and advice: Corporation tax, self-assessment, and guidance on business structure.
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Payroll services: PAYE registration, director payroll, and staff payroll management.
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Bookkeeping: From daily sales to reconciliations, we handle the data so you can make informed decisions.
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Inventory tracking and valuation
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Seasonal and peak trading trends
We give retail owners clear visibility of their finances while saving time and avoiding costly mistakes.
Wholesale accounting
Accounting for high-volume, high-value operations.
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Tax returns and advice: Corporation tax, self-assessment, and business structure guidance.
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Payroll services: Managing staff and director payroll efficiently.
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Bookkeeping: Handling large transaction volumes, reconciliations and financial reporting.
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Client and supplier invoicing
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Stock and order tracking systems
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Managing seasonal demand and cash flow
Our goal is to provide wholesale owners with control, accuracy and actionable insights so they can grow profitably.
Trusted by Retail & Ecommerce Businesses
See how we've helped retailers and ecommerce businesses grow their finances with tailored solutions
Our accounts and bookkeeping are in very safe hands
David Howard were recommended to us by our financial adviser after we had a difficult time with our previous accountants. From the outset, we were impressed by their professionalism, efficiency and breadth of knowledge. We get on with our business, knowing that our accounts and bookkeeping are in very safe hands with the team at David Howard.
Helen Francis
Compliance with HMRC’s Daily Sales Reporting
Retailers are required to comply with HMRC’s daily sales reporting regulations, which can be complex and time-consuming.
Our automated systems, powered by industry-leading software, ensure your data is always accurate and up to date.
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Ready to scale your business?
Book a free 1 hour consultation with our retail accounting specialists.
We’ll review your current setup and discuss how we can help you grow