Last updated: March 2026

1. Introduction

These Terms and Conditions ('Terms') govern the provision of accountancy and related professional services by EskAccountancy ('we', 'us', 'our') to our clients ('you', 'your'), as well as the use of our website EskAccoutancy.co.uk.

By engaging our services or submitting an enquiry through our Website, you confirm that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by these Terms. These Terms apply to individuals, sole traders, small businesses and limited companies.

2. Our Services

EskAccountancy provides a range of professional accountancy services including, but not limited to:

  • Preparation and submission of annual accounts
  • Self Assessment tax returns for individuals and sole traders
  • Corporation Tax returns
  • VAT registration and return preparation
  • Payroll services
  • Bookkeeping
  • Company formation and Companies House compliance
  • General financial and tax advisory services

The specific services to be provided will be agreed in writing and may be set out in a separate Letter of Engagement, which shall take precedence over these Terms in the event of any conflict.

3. Engagement & Client Responsibilities

Letter of Engagement

Before commencing work, we may issue a Letter of Engagement confirming the scope of services, fees and other relevant terms. Work will generally not commence until this has been agreed.

Your Responsibilities

You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, complete and timely information, documents and records as required to perform our services
  • Notify us promptly of any changes to your personal or business circumstances
  • Ensure that all information provided to us and to HMRC on your behalf is accurate to the best of your knowledge
  • Cooperate with us and respond to requests for information within agreed or reasonable timeframes

We will not be liable for any losses, penalties or errors arising from inaccurate, incomplete or late information provided by you.

4. Fees & Payment

Fees

Our fees will be agreed with you in advance and confirmed in your Letter of Engagement or via email. Fees are based on the anticipated time and complexity of the work required. We reserve the right to revise our fees where the scope of work materially changes from that originally agreed.

Payment Terms

Invoices are payable within 14 days of the date of issue unless otherwise agreed in writing. We reserve the right to charge interest on overdue amounts at 8% per annum above the Bank of England base rate, in accordance with the Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998.

Suspension of Services

We reserve the right to suspend or cease services if any invoice remains unpaid beyond 30 days of its due date. We shall not be liable for any resulting penalties or losses in such circumstances.

5. Confidentiality

We will not disclose your personal or business information to any third party except:

  • Where required to perform the services (e.g. submission to HMRC)
  • Where required by law, a court order, or a regulatory body
  • Where you have provided your express consent

Our confidentiality obligations are subject to our professional duties and applicable law, including anti-money laundering legislation. We may be required by law to make reports to relevant authorities without informing you.

6. Data Protection

We process personal data in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Full details are set out in our Privacy Policy, available on our Website.

By engaging our services, you acknowledge and agree to the processing of your personal data as described in our Privacy Policy.

7. Intellectual Property

All documents, reports, accounts, tax returns and other work product prepared by us remain our intellectual property until all outstanding fees have been paid in full.

You may not reproduce or use our work product for any purpose other than that for which it was prepared without our prior written consent.

8. Limitation of Liability

Our Liability

We will perform our services with reasonable skill and care. However, our liability to you shall be limited to direct losses only and shall not exceed the total fees paid by you in the 12 months preceding the claim.

Exclusions

We shall not be liable for:

  • Any indirect, consequential, special or incidental losses or damages
  • Any losses arising from your failure to provide accurate, complete or timely information
  • Any penalties, surcharges or interest imposed by HMRC as a result of your failure to cooperate with us or meet statutory deadlines
  • Any loss arising from circumstances beyond our reasonable control

Professional Indemnity

We hold professional indemnity insurance as required under our professional obligations. Details are available upon request.

9. Termination

Termination by Either Party

Either party may terminate the engagement by giving not less than 30 days' written notice. You remain liable for fees in respect of all work completed up to the date of termination.

Immediate Termination

We reserve the right to terminate the engagement immediately and without notice if:

  • You fail to make payment in accordance with these Terms
  • You provide false, misleading or fraudulent information
  • Continuing the engagement would require us to breach our professional or legal obligations

Handover

Upon termination, and subject to settlement of all outstanding fees, we will provide reasonable assistance in the handover of your records to a new adviser.

10. Anti-Money Laundering

As a provider of accountancy services, we are subject to the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017. We are required to:

  • Verify the identity of our clients and, where applicable, beneficial owners
  • Retain identification records for a minimum of five years
  • Report any suspicion of money laundering or terrorist financing to the relevant authorities

You agree to provide any information or documentation required for these purposes. We may be unable to act for you if you fail to do so.

11. Website Use

The content on our Website is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. We accept no liability for any loss or damage arising from your use of or reliance on information on the Website.

12. Complaints

If you are dissatisfied with any aspect of our work, please contact us at info@eskaccountancy.co.uk in the first instance so that we may seek to resolve the matter.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Both parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

14. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The current version will always be available on our Website. Continued use of our services following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

EskAccountancy
Website: EskAccoutancy.co.uk
Email: info@eskaccountancy.co.uk