FAQs
Questions, answered plainly.
The most useful questions people ask before getting started.
About Tydi
Who do you work with?
Limited companies and sole traders across a wide range of industries, from freelancers and creators to growing teams. When you get started, we make sure we have the right expertise to support your business properly.
Who's behind Tydi?
Tydi is led by former Big Four professionals with experience across legal, tech, media and professional services. We bring the structure of an in-house finance team to businesses that don’t need, or aren’t ready for, their own.
Are you regulated?
Yes. Tydi is supervised by HMRC for anti-money laundering compliance, so we run identity and business checks on every new client before we begin.
How do you keep my financial data secure?
We follow UK data protection law and keep your information on secure systems, alongside whichever finance software you use. Access is protected with multi-factor authentication and limited to authorised people only. We'll tell you which systems we use and who can see your information, so you always know who has access.
What we do
What's the difference between Basic, Core and Complete?
Basic keeps your books tidy and everything filed on time. Core adds a monthly finance pack, so you know what you've made, where your cash is and what's coming up. Complete adds KPI tracking, deeper commentary and a monthly review call. The Services page has the full breakdown.
Do you file my accounts and tax returns?
Yes. We handle VAT returns, year-end accounts, corporation tax and Self Assessment, depending on your business. We only file what we've prepared ourselves through our monthly work, so we can stand behind every number. Payroll is available as an add-on.
Do you offer one-off work?
Yes. We offer a Finance Health Check, Invoice Process Setup, Catch-Up and Cleanup, and project work for specific decisions like pricing or hiring. We'll always quote before we start.
I'm switching accountants, or I've never had one. Is that a problem?
Not at all. If you're switching, we'll handle the handover with your current accountant and pick up where they left off, so nothing gets missed. If you've never had one, we'll set things up properly from the start. If your books are behind, we'll quote a catch-up first.
Pricing and commitment
How is your pricing worked out?
It's based on your plan and how many transactions you have each month. Our fees are subject to VAT. You'll get a written quote before you commit to anything.
Do I have to sign up for 12 months?
Our 12-month plan is the one we recommend. It includes your setup and your annual filings, with the cost spread evenly across the year. It runs alongside your financial year, and we'll send your renewal at least 30 days before it ends, so you can decide what happens next.
Is there a monthly option?
Yes. If you'd rather not commit yet, you can go monthly with 30 days' notice. It's priced slightly higher, with a one-off setup fee, and annual filings are charged when they're due. Switch to a 12-month plan within your first three months and we'll credit your setup fee.
Do I pay in advance?
Yes. Fees are paid monthly in advance. On a 12-month plan, you can save 5% by paying six months upfront, or 10% by paying for the full year.
Will my price change?
Only if your work changes materially, and never without a conversation first. If your transactions stay above your band for two months running, we'll talk it through with you before anything changes. If your volume drops, so does your fee.
Getting started
How do I get started?
Fill in the contact form and we'll send you the next steps. Usually, that's a link to book a discovery call by phone or video. We may also send a short questionnaire. If you have time to complete it, great. If not, we'll go through it on the call. Afterwards, we'll send you a written quote.
How soon can you start?
As soon as possible. Once your checks and first payment are done, we'll set you up and give you a start date straight away. How long it takes depends on your software, your records and whether you're switching from another accountant.
What happens to my records if I leave?
They're yours. Your software subscriptions are in your name, and we'll complete your final month and hand everything over in full.
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After you reach out, we may send a short questionnaire before arranging a discovery call.