e-mail address: info@cosbookkeeping.co.uk
Main Line 0161 850 3355
from £2 a month (software only)
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from £19 a month (software only)
How we can help
Know that you and your employees will get paid correctly and on time.
70% off training courses, software assistance, work experience, possible job opportunities and more...
Our bookkeeping service can be tailored to suit your business needs. From Management Accountants to College Students; we have a huge range of experience levels.
We provide accounts software training for a variety of packages which include but are not limited to Sage, Xero and FreeAgent.
ABOUT US
Hi there! We’re COS Bookkeeping and we’re based in Urmston (Manchester). We specialise in simplifying those complicated terms you often find in HMRC letters that make companies start to panic. We help you to achieve organisational bliss when it comes to your accounts. We do this in a number of ways.
Maybe you need a special software like Sage Business Cloud, Sage 50, or Xero? Maybe you need some training? Maybe you need a new member of staff? There are many ways in which we can help.
We also provide a membership scheme to support Bookkeepers and Accountants. Members receive 70% off training courses, software assistance, work experience and possible work placement. Our Membership service also provides discount on training, industry updates, an exclusive networking group and much more.
Upcoming Events
15/01/2019 Xero Level 1 Training Course
The Xero 101
19/01/2019 COS Members Meeting for Bookkeepers and Accountants
Speaker: Paul Giness from The Beattie Partnership
22/01/2019 Xero Level 2 Training Course
We recommend attending the Level 1 first
12/02/2019 Xero Level 1 Training Course
The Xero 101
19/02/2019 Xero Level 2 Training Course
We recommend attending the Level 1 first
Feel in control of your business finances
Book a free consultationOur Team
Karen Garrattley
Managing Director
Karen is the Queen of COS, she started the business way back in 1991. When she's not playing her guitar and Producing shows she's following up leads, trying new accounting packages, and being Captain to our ship.
Phone: 0161 850 3355
E-Mail: karen@cosbookkeeping.co.uk
Diane Middleton
Director
Diane is the keeper of the keys as our Financial Director. When she's not counting beans she loves nothing more than a nice walk in the countryside.
Phone: 0161 850 3355
E-Mail: diane@cosbookkeeping.co.uk
Becky Garrattley
Office and Digital Marketing Manager
When she's not planning her wedding or geeking out at conventions; Becky has a variety of responsibilities at COS. Whether that be tweeting, or planning events; no two days are the same.
Phone: 0161 850 3355
E-Mail: becky@cosbookkeeping.co.uk
Ann Lavelle
Consultant
Meet Ann: Bookkeeper by day, Barry Manilow fan by night. Ann began her journey with us as a COS member and has become a highly valued Consultant and Trainer in the COS Team.
Phone: 0161 850 3355
E-Mail: ann@cosbookkeeping.co.uk
Latest news
Dec 14 / Posted by Rebekah Garrattley
BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters – Winter 2018 ...
In this edition, we’re sharing our self-assessment advice. We also interview Hannah Dempsey, from the charity FOP Friends, about an illness you may never have heard of. You can also see what the COS crew have been up to. Please note that our Christmas hours can be found at the bottom of this page. The COS Crew […]
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Oct 1 / Posted by Rebekah Garrattley
BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters – Autumn 2018 ...
Welcome to our Autumn 2018 COS Newsletter – BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters! Welcome to our Autumn 2018 newsletter. In this edition we share essential things you might not know about payroll. We also get advice from Lucia and Franck at Saco Trading about staying healthy this Autumn. The COS Crew have some very special occasions to […]
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Jul 30 / Posted by Rebekah Garrattley
BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters – Summer 2018 ...
Welcome to our Summer 2018 Edition of BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters! In this edition you can find out how to save hours of data entry. You’ll also get some wonderful tips on how to survive at work from Becky and Gemma at Go Train and Develop. Do you like cats? The Society for Abandoned Animals are […]
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Apr 23 / Posted by Rebekah Garrattley
BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters – Spring 2018 ...
Welcome to our Spring 2018 Edition of BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters! In this edition we have a revised pet section which is now “Pet Adoption Corner”. We’ll be featuring a different animal in each edition that is in desperate need of a home. We also have a new section featuring news about the COS Crew! Plus […]
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Dec 18 / Posted by Rebekah Garrattley
BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters – Winter 2017 ...
Ho, ho, ho, it’s nearly Christmas and our Winter Newsletter is here! BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters Welcome our winter newsletter. We have lots to share with you: from tips to help you with your self-assessment to how to make your card payments easier. You can also find our Christmas hours at the bottom. Guess Who Can […]
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Oct 31 / Posted by Rebekah Garrattley
BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters – Autumn 2017 ...
It’s time for the Autumn Edition of our Quarterly Newsletter: BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters! Thanks for stopping by to read our newsletter. In this addition we tell you how to stop bookkeeping becoming a “monster”! Stuart Sinclair from CVSL has essential advice on car leasing in our interview section. You’ll find out how much we raised […]
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FAQ
We do both. For 1-2-1's please email training@cosbookkeeping.co.uk. For classroom please visit: www.cosbookkeeping.co.uk/events
Yes, we have a range of cost effective options. Xero, Sage and FreeAgent are all affordable. Xero starts at as little as £2 a month. For more details contact software@cosbookkeeping.co.uk
That depends on what your requirements are. We can do a free consultation and recommend an appropriate software. Contact karen@cosbookkeeping.co.uk
What people say about us
“Ann’s training was fantastic. She was really patient with Mark and I and our questions and the whole session was really well done.”
“Just wanted to feedback on how much we are enjoying working with Jackie, she’s a lovely person, really professional and a credit to your company. Jackie has taken away so many of our stresses and concerns regards the accounts side and we are really grateful.”
Karen did a talk at a women’s development course and had some really great feedback from the students:
- “Like how you relate your success to asking for help, you don’t have to go it alone – how do people know you need it unless you ask? – powerful message”
- “Really liked the message of paying it forward”
- “Powerful!”
- “Friendly”
- “Approachable”
- “Someone to aspire to”
- “Honest, trustworthy and authentic”
- “Actively reflecting struck a chord”
- “Your examples embody interpersonal relationships”
- “Good tips about knowing your support system, everyone has their ‘pillars’, you have to give to get, give people your time”
- “Hand-outs – really useful to make notes and also have your details”
- “Really enjoyed your stories which brought the message to life!”
“It’s a great company you have, seriously!!
“I always seem to think it is in such a mess […] but it never seems to phase you and as always you breeze through sorting it out and putting things where they should be and making it easier for me moving forward. As always it’s great to see you and I am truly grateful for your help and advice.”
“As a start-up company, things are fairly manic, and as part-time FD I inherited a somewhat rough and ready set of accounts. Ann has been a great help in sorting through this and getting some sort of order around things, particularly with regard to our VAT reporting. Her knowledge of the product and ability to help work through some of our issues is impressive.”
