Ellis Bennett ACCA

EA Accountancy

Chartered Accountant

TaxAssist Accountants

Working at TaxAssist Accountants has helped me tremendously in terms of my accountancy knowledge as well as enable me to build excellent client relationships. I carry out a wide range of services for my clients from the completion of Limited company accounts, self assessment tax returns, VAT returns, tax advice, book keeping, produce management accounts and payroll services.

I have now started studying my ACCA qualification, I am starting with the P papers as I have already gained 9 exemptions from the F papers. I have recently completed the P3 & P1 exams and now will study to complete the rest of the exams remaining.

Semi Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Have you given up on managing accountancy & taxes for your business?

Setting up a business is no walk in the park, let alone managing the financial aspect of it.

It requires intense efforts to make sure you’re on the right track.

Miss one tax deadline, and you might end up paying double in penalty.

I know it’s overwhelming as a founder.

Now imagine you have an expert who takes care of all your accountancy and tax situation.

You don’t have to worry about taxes.
You don’t have to panic while planning your budget.
You know where you stand in terms of profits and losses.
You have someone you can rely on to manage the financials.

Amazing, isn’t it?

That’s what getting an expert feels like.

I’m Ellis, an ACCA Chartered Accountant, Director at EA Accountancy, and Author of The Solopreneur Start-Up Bible.

I help, advise, and guide start-ups, businesses, and young entrepreneurs through the whirlwind of accountancy and taxes.

I’ve served over 300+ satisfied clients, and I’m all in to help you!

Now, I’m not the accountant who speaks to you once a year in a robotic tone.

I’m more like your business partner.

I help you every step of the way (even acting like a therapist if you need one).

My services include:

• VAT
• Accounts
• Payroll
• Pensions
• Tax Advice
• Tax Planning
• Personal Tax
• Bookkeeping
• Accounting Software
• Company Incorporations
• Registered Office Address
• Capital Gains Tax Disclosures
• Business Planning And Advice

I also offer consultation for new business owners or people looking to hire an accountant so you have clarity for your next steps.

If you think I can help you with any of the above or would like to connect over a Discovery Call, feel free to drop me a DM.

Zoom is convenient.

But it’ll never replace sitting across from someone, having a real chat, and realising they’re exactly why you started your business in the first place.

Last week, I finally met one of our clients, Sarah Yeary, in person for the first time.

We’ve worked together for over a year - countless calls, reports but sitting down face-to-face just hits differently.

You get to see the person behind the business.
The drive, the ideas, the long nights that don’t show up in a P&L.
And you realise something simple:
Business isn’t built on software or spreadsheets.
It’s built on trust.

In a world obsessed with speed, AI, and efficiency, it’s easy to forget that the most valuable thing you can give someone isn’t data - it’s your time.

And meeting Sarah reminded me of that.

She didn’t just talk about numbers.
We talked about growth, religion, challenges, and life outside of work.
It was one of those conversations that remind you why you do what you do.

So, thank you Sarah - for showing me around, for the brilliant conversation, and for being such a solid example of what happens when someone truly backs themselves.

You’ve built something special, and it’s been class watching you grow.

Here’s the truth:
Systems, reports, and dashboards are great.
But none of that matters if you don’t understand the person you’re helping.

Because people don’t remember what you did for them -
They remember how you made them feel.

Ellis Bennett FCCA

Simplifying Accountancy and maximising Tax Efficiency for Business Owners | Director - EA Accountancy 👨🏼‍💻 💸

You can have £40k months and still be broke. 📉

We had a client doing exactly that.
Looked incredible on paper - £40k/month revenue, nice office, growing team.
But when we dug in… they were losing £5k/month.

Just like a picture of a huge pumpkin but you cannot carry it to the car, so what is the point...

Why?
Because 80% of what came in went straight back out to freelancers, software, and overheads.

Here’s the uncomfortable truth:
If you’re not tracking your margins monthly, you’re flying blind.
Revenue means nothing. Profit means everything.

We fixed their pricing structure, tracked project margins, and three months later they were clearing £10k/month profit.

If you’re a service business, your gross margin should be 40%+ minimum.
Anything lower, and you’re not scaling - you’re surviving.

Stop bragging about turnover.
Start bragging about profit.

My favourite type of people?
The ones who just get on with it.

No drama.
No pity posts.
No “I’m protecting my energy” essays every time something gets hard.

They just execute.
Day in. Day out.

Meanwhile, we’ve built a culture of people who’d rather explain why they can’t than actually try.
They’ve all diagnosed themselves on TikTok.
They’re setting boundaries before they’ve ever hit burnout.
And they’ll spend more energy telling you how hard it is than it’d take to just do the work.

I’ve got no problem with people struggling - we all do.
But there’s a difference between facing it and feeding it.

At some point you’ve got to decide:
👉 Do you want to feel better or get better?

Because the people who win aren’t the loud ones.
They’re the quiet ones in the corner, cracking on while everyone else is talking.

You’re not rich - you’re just holding HMRC’s money. 💸

I see this all the time.
A business gets VAT registered, starts charging 20%, and suddenly thinks they’re rolling in cash.
“Mate, the bank balance is flying!”

Then three months later… the VAT return hits.
And suddenly it’s:
“Wait… where’s all my money gone?”

Here’s the truth:
That money was never yours.
VAT is a pass-through. It flows through you, not to you.

The fix is simple:
✅ Open a separate VAT account
✅ Move 20% of every invoice into it
✅ Pretend it doesn’t exist

If you can’t see it, you can’t spend it.

VAT shouldn’t surprise you.
If it does, your problem isn’t cash flow - it’s discipline.

You’re Not Unemployable. You’re Undisciplined.

Everyone keeps saying they’re “unemployable” these days.
Let’s be honest - most of the time, it’s rubbish.

You’re not “unemployable.”
You’re just:

- Not as good at your job as you think
(TikTok convinced you otherwise.)

- You can’t take feedback
The minute someone gives advice, they’re “toxic.”

- You don’t listen to clients
You hear what you want. Ignore what matters.

- You hate structure
But structure is literally the reason businesses function.

- You think freedom = doing whatever you want
Running a business requires more discipline than employment.

The whole “I’m too smart for a job” narrative is getting embarrassing now.
Some people are genuinely built for business.

Most people just don’t want to admit they weren’t great employees…
and running a business exposed the same habits.

Being “unemployable” isn’t the flex you think it is.

Being accountable, reliable, coachable, and actually good at your craft - that’s the flex.

In my experience working with growing agencies…
The founders who scale the fastest?
They’d be great employees and great business owners.

Because the skillset is the same:
✔ Discipline
✔ Listening
✔ Execution
✔ Communication
✔ Ownership

Call it employable. Call it entrepreneurial.

Just stop pretending ego, lateness and chaos are traits of a “visionary.”

Scale Trades Online

We help UK trades & home improvement businesses scale, save time, and generate exclusive leads every month through a three-step system we have developed specifically for trades.

steadily, without having to put any extra effort into the business.

Owner

Kaizen Five

At Kaizen Five, we're not just building websites, we're transforming the digital landscape for home-service businesses. Our comprehensive web solutions are more than just online spaces; they're strategic platforms designed to drive engagement, generate quality customer inquiries, and accelerate your business growth.

Our specialised knowledge extends beyond website development. We leverage our expertise in SEO to help your business dominate Google's first page, and our innovative marketing automation services streamline lead capture, nurturing, and closing processes. The result? A remarkable increase in organic traffic, improved online visibility, and sustainable business growth.

We pride ourselves on being more than a web design agency. We become an extension of your team, providing support and expertise whenever needed. From quick fixes to creating new pages or campaigns, we're always ready to go above and beyond to help you achieve your goals.

Our commitment to your success doesn't end when your project goes live. We consistently provide peace of mind and tangible results, making us one of the best partners for home service businesses in the UK.

With Kaizen Five, you're not just getting a service provider, you're gaining a partner committed to boosting your revenue through unique websites, driving business growth with SEO expertise, and automating marketing for effortless lead generation. Ready to revolutionise your online presence? Let's make things happen together!

Founder

Ryken

Ryken is a skincare brand for Men. We're here to stop the stigma around men caring about their skin and face. Whether it's applying makeup to cover-up you're acne, or creating a great skincare routine, we will be there to supply men with the products they need.

Our products are made and hand-poured in the UK. Our manufactures follow all of the best practices, meaning you will get the best skincare products for men possible. Our men’s skincare products packaging is designed to look fantastic in your bathroom, or on the go no matter where you are.

I've had bad skin all my life, and completely ignored skincare and wellbeing in general until I was in my late teen years. Now I have the ability to do something about it and start educating the men in the UK.

Check out our online store here: https://rykencare.com/

Director

BOXFX

At BoxFX I was a developer. The languages I specialised in were HTML, CSS, Java Script, Python.

I developed and managed a few of the sites that were there such as Bit-Tech and Cranble. These websites were built using a Python web framework called Django which I got very familiar with.

Day to day tasks could of been anything from meetings with the team, to implementing a new feature requested for one of the many sites.

While working at BoxFX I also got very familiar with GitHub and version control.

Apprentice Developer

Focus7 International Ltd.

At Focus7 International I handled the social media for multiple clients and Focus7 its self. I would create content for a clients need and then schedule multiple pieces of content at a time on multiple social media platforms at different times, depending on when I think they will perform at there best.

Aside from this I would also take calls that the office received, keep up to date with the news so I can post content on social media for our clients if it is relevant to them.

Web & Social Media Apprentice

AIM Sales & Marketing Solutions

Here at Aim Sales & Marketing, I am the Apprentice Web Developer. I help Develop and Maintain websites. I have learnt a lot of skills while being here at Aim such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP and Wordpress. I have also helped produce some video content and also post on Social Media. I can also communicate with clients as I have to do this on a regular basis while here at Aim to give them updates on how their website is going.

Apprentice Web Developer

I help scale your trade’s business without breaking the bank 💸

Qualified leads, faster growth, and a tailored system – making you the go-to trade in your area. Completely done for you, no need to lift a finger 👌🏻

From elevating your business image to generating high-quality, exclusive local leads, I can fully help transform your business from zero to hero in less than 4 weeks.

We've done it for multiple other companies before, so if you're a trade why not join us?

I also run a digital agency called Kaizen Five. This is a web design agency which focuses on the same thing, but for all businesses rather than just trades.

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