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We’re Bassline — a growing, down-to-earth chartered accountancy firm working from Leeds & London. We support clients across the UK and overseas, combining fresh thinking with deep experience. We’re also proud to support our local community, sponsoring Headingley Rovers FC (Bedquilts, Adel) and Phoenix U11’s in Sheffield. Who We Work With We help limited companies, sole traders, and LLPs to: * ✅ Stay compliant * ✅ Reduce stress * ✅ Grow with confidence What We Do Hands-on, expert support across: * Year-End Accounts & Financial Statements * Corporation Tax & CT600 Filing * VAT * Bookkeeping & Accounting Systems * Payroll & RTI Submissions * Personal Tax for Directors & the Self-Employed Meet Our Expert Ian Burns, Co-Founder ICAEW Chartered Accountant | 15+ years’ experience Ian has worked across industries including printing, manufacturing, breweries, property development, hospitality, and theatre production. He began by guiding start-ups from day one, providing close, practical support during those crucial early stages. Today, he partners with businesses at every stage — from start-up to scale — in the UK and internationally. What Makes Us Different? We’re not your typical accountants. ❌ No confusing jargon ❌ No stress about the “meter running” ❌ No hidden costs Instead, we focus on what matters: ✅ Clear advice, ✅ Proactive support, ✅ Genuine partnership with our clients. Ready to Talk? You might have questions (or even a few worries about cost or complexity) — and that’s perfectly normal. Let’s just have a chat. No pressure. No commitment. Just an honest conversation about what’s right for your business
5 Brayford Square, E1 0SG, London, United Kingdom
I switched to Bassline recently and I'm so glad I did. It's a truly professional service and you can tell they are genuinely invested in saving you money, and take proactive steps to make your life easier. Would 100% recommend! Thanks Ian and Dan :)
Sometimes writing a review can be a tad daunting if you're unsure as to how to phrase things correctly, but with Bassline it is very straightforward. Ian has continuously displayed excellent highly informed communication via email, WhatsApp and when in live meetings. The answers received are always well-thought-out and personalised so you never feel you're being given a generic response. Ian's knowledge of all aspects of what I required, including some more nuanced aspects, was brilliantly handled, and I look forward to a lengthy collaboration over the years' to come.
Ian at Bassline identified several areas of my business accounts that were not lined up properly due to improperly configured accounting software. When consulted he was quick to assist in making sure I had correctly filed all documents, guided me through tax registration, and ensured all taxes were settled properly before dissolution of the company.
Fast response and attention to detail was appreciated.
We’ve worked with Ian and the team at Bassline for many years now, and they’ve been instrumental in the success of my business. They’re clear, approachable, and always take the time to help me properly understand the ins and outs of our accounting. I couldn’t recommend them more highly.
The team is professional, and consistently delivers on time. Their advice was clear, proactive and reliable.
Communication is prompt and transparent. Would highly recommend.
Excellent service from Ian/Bassline. I had struggled with previous accountants really not doing a great job, but when Ian took over it totally changed. He is really proactive and always available on the phone whenever i have any questions and files everything well within the required timelines. Would highly recommend Bassline to anyone. I can honestly say they are the best accountants I have ever used.
I have been working with the Bassline team for a while now and it has always been an absolute pleasure to deal with them. More importantly, its so refreshing to work with a company like Bassline that puts the client first and genuinely wants to provide the service we all wish for.
Whether it’s a simple query or a complex issue that needs resolving, I have never questioned or doubted the skill, expertise, and knowledge that they bring to my business and its future.
Highly recommended.
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