Helping groomers keep their books as tidy as their clients.
Running a pet grooming business is rewarding — but managing the numbers can be less straightforward. From balancing daily takings to handling VAT, payroll and tax returns, we provide specialist accounting support designed exclusively for grooming salons, mobile groomers, and multi-site operators across the UK.
Why choose a grooming specialist accountant?
Using an industry-specific accountant can make a big difference for a business compared to a general accountant. Here are the main reasons why:
1. Specialised Knowledge
- We understand the unique regulations, tax rules, and reporting standards in your industry.
2. Better Tax Planning & Savings
- We know the common deductions, credits, and incentives available to businesses in your sector.
- This helps reduce tax liabilities and avoid overpaying.
3. Improved Financial Insights
- Industry benchmarks: we can compare your business against peers in the same field.
- Tailored reporting: we provide KPIs and performance metrics that actually matter to you
4. Efficiency & Fewer Errors
- We already know the “quirks” of a Groomers accounting processes.
- This means fewer mistakes and less time spent explaining how your business works.
6. Strategic Guidance
- We have seen what works (and what doesn’t) for other Groomers.
- We can advise on pricing models, cash flow management, expansion strategies, or financing tailored to the Grooming industry.
In short: an industry-specific accountant doesn’t just “do the books”—they act as a business partner who understands your world and helps you make smarter financial decisions.
We understand these issues because we work with grooming businesses every day. Our team combines accounting expertise with practical industry insight, so you can focus on four-legged clients while we take care of the numbers.
Our services for groomers
- Bookkeeping & Cloud Setup — We set up and manage Xero, integrating with your booking and POS systems.
- Click for MTD for IT solutions
- VAT & Tax Returns — Specialist support for standard, flat-rate or annual VAT schemes, plus self-assessment/corporation tax.
- Payroll & Staff Management — Weekly or monthly payroll, auto-enrolment pensions, and advice on contractor vs employee status.
- Cashflow Forecasting — Stay in control of busy and quiet periods with easy-to-read forecasts and growth planning.
- Business Structure & Expansion — Guidance on sole trader vs limited company, franchising, and multi-salon growth.
- Retail & Inventory Accounting — Keep margins healthy on shampoos, grooming tools and accessories.
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Whether you’re a solo mobile groomer, a high-street salon, or managing multiple sites, we can help.
What our clients say
Sarah and her staff have been absolutely amazing with all aspects of handling my Dog Grooming Accounts. Her patience with me is incredible…and at times she’s definitely needed it!!
I would highly recommend Sarah and her team…and if she can’t sort things out …no one can!!
Eternally grateful to you all!!
I have been using Sarah and the team for my Dog Grooming business accounts since I opened in 2016. They have not only taken the pressure and stress away from that side of the business but have also been an invaluable source of advice and guidance through both the natural changes a business like mine goes through, but also in making big decisions around growth.
I cannot fault the service, support or knowledge of everyone at Padam Walburn and never hesitate to recommend them to others in the industry all over the country.
I can’t recommend Sarah’s accountancy services at Padam Walburn highly enough. They have made managing my accounts so much easier and stress-free. Everything is explained efficiently, clearly and with patience, and I always feel reassured knowing my finances are in safe hands. They’re reliable, approachable, and always go above and beyond to offer helpful advice and guidance. Having their support has given me real peace of mind and the confidence to focus on running my business.
As the service is provided online too it makes it a lot easier especially when you are a very busy self employed person with lots of plates to spin!
Ready to make your accounts less scruffy?
Click Contact Us to book your free 20-minute consultation today and get a quick health check of your accounts plus a growth checklist tailored to your grooming business.