Etsy Accountants
Etsy Accountants for UK Sellers
Specialist accountants for Etsy sellers across the UK. We handle your bookkeeping, VAT, and tax so you can focus on making and selling. Fixed monthly fees, Xero-powered, no surprises.
Accounting Services Built Around Etsy Sellers
Selling on Etsy comes with its own set of financial quirks. Etsy fees, multi-currency payouts, VAT thresholds, and category-specific costs all need careful tracking. Our Etsy accountants handle every part of it for you, using Xero and a clear monthly process.
Etsy Bookkeeping
Your Etsy payouts, fees, refunds, and shipping costs reconciled monthly in Xero, so your numbers always reflect what’s really happening in your shop.
VAT Returns and Registration
We monitor your turnover, register you when you cross the threshold, and file accurate VAT returns. Includes guidance on OSS and IOSS for EU sales.
Self Assessment and Corporation Tax
Whether you’re a sole trader or limited company, we file your tax returns on time, claim every allowable expense, and keep you fully compliant with HMRC.
Year End Accounts
We prepare and file your year end accounts and Companies House submissions, giving you a clear picture of how your Etsy shop performed over the year.
Multi-Currency and Payout Reconciliation
Etsy pays out in multiple currencies. We reconcile every payout accurately in Xero, including currency conversions, so nothing falls through the cracks.
Proactive Tax Advice
Ongoing advice on how to structure your Etsy business, save tax legally, and plan for growth. We flag opportunities before they become missed ones.
Why an Etsy-Specialist Accountant Matters
Most accountants treat Etsy like a hobby business or lump it in with general retail. We don’t. Etsy has its own fee structure, payout cycle, and reporting quirks that need a specialist eye. We’ve worked with Etsy sellers for years, so we know how to read your CSV reports, reconcile your fees correctly, and make sure your VAT position is accurate. The result is cleaner books, fewer surprises at year end, and an accountant who actually understands the platform you sell on.
Trusted Etsy Accountants Across the UK
Unicorn Accounting works exclusively with ecommerce sellers, and Etsy is one of the platforms we know best. We’re a fully remote, Xero-only firm built around online businesses. That means fixed monthly fees, fast responses through email, Slack, or video, and a dedicated team who understands how Etsy works. Whether you’re a part-time maker or running a six-figure shop, we tailor our support to where your business is now and where you want it to go.
Getting Started With Your Etsy Accountant
Our process is built to make switching to a specialist accountant easy. From the first call to ongoing monthly support, here’s how it works.
Discovery Call
A quick, no-pressure call to understand your Etsy shop, your goals, and where you need support. We’ll answer your questions and explain what working together would look like.
Proposal and Pricing
We send a clear proposal with fixed monthly pricing based on the size and complexity of your shop. No hidden fees, no surprise invoices.
Onboarding and Setup
We get you set up in Xero, connect it to Etsy, and clean up any existing records. If you’re already on another platform, we handle the migration as part of onboarding.
Ongoing Monthly Support
Your dedicated team manages your bookkeeping, VAT, and tax filings every month. You get clear reports, proactive advice, and someone to ask whenever a question comes up.
Real Results for Etsy Sellers
Our clients run shops that span handmade jewellery, custom prints, digital downloads, and homewares. Across the board, working with a specialist Etsy accountant tends to produce the same outcomes: cleaner books, fewer late-night spreadsheet sessions, and a much clearer picture of what their shop actually earns.
Common Etsy Accounting Problems We Prevent
Etsy sellers often come to us with the same issues. Payouts that don’t match what’s been earned. VAT returns filed without separating UK, EU, and rest-of-world sales. Etsy fees recorded as a single lump sum instead of broken down properly. Missed deadlines because no one’s tracking the threshold. We sort these things out at onboarding and put systems in place so they don’t happen again.
Fixed Monthly Pricing for Etsy Sellers
We work on a fixed monthly fee, calculated from the size and complexity of your Etsy shop. That means predictable costs, no hourly billing, and no surprise invoices at the end of the year. Your fee covers everything we’ve agreed in your proposal, including bookkeeping, VAT, tax filings, and ongoing support. To see your price, request an instant quote and we’ll come back with a clear, tailored figure.
Etsy Accountant FAQs
Do I need an accountant if I sell on Etsy as a hobby?
If your Etsy income is above the trading allowance of £1,000 a year, HMRC treats it as a business and you’ll need to declare it. An accountant can help you decide whether to register as a sole trader or limited company and make sure you’re paying the right tax.
When do I need to register for VAT as an Etsy seller?
Once your taxable turnover crosses the UK VAT threshold (currently £90,000 in any rolling 12-month period), you must register. We monitor your turnover so you don’t accidentally miss the deadline.
Can you handle Etsy fees and currency conversions in Xero?
Yes. We reconcile every Etsy payout, including transaction fees, listing fees, advertising costs, and currency conversions, directly in Xero. Your accounts will reflect exactly what’s happening in your shop.
What about EU sales and OSS or IOSS?
If you sell to EU customers, you may need to register for OSS or IOSS depending on your setup. We’ll review your sales mix and advise on the right registration, then handle the filings for you.
Do you work with Etsy sellers who use other platforms too?
Yes. Many Etsy sellers also sell on Shopify, eBay, Amazon, or their own WooCommerce site. We handle multi-platform sellers all the time and consolidate everything cleanly into one set of accounts.
How much does an Etsy accountant cost?
Our fees are fixed monthly and based on the size and complexity of your shop. There are no hidden costs. Request an instant quote from our website to see your tailored price.
Can you migrate me to Xero from another system?
Yes. We’re a Xero-only firm and we handle conversions from QuickBooks, Sage, FreeAgent, and even spreadsheets as part of our onboarding process.
How quickly can you take me on as a client?
Once we’ve had a discovery call and agreed scope, we can usually onboard you within a few days. Get a free quote today
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