Foundation VFO

The essentials, covered properly

Bookkeeping, payroll, and compliance handled accurately, so the basics never become a problem.

As your business grows, so does the complexity.

More decisions, more pressure, and less time to step back.

As your business grows, so does the complexity. More decisions, more pressure, and less time to step back.


Foundation VFO exists for businesses that need the fundamentals covered properly and without drama: bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, and statutory compliance, all handled accurately and on time. With the right support in place, you know exactly what is driving profit, you can plan ahead with confidence, and you stop making reactive, last-minute decisions purely because nobody had time to look at the numbers sooner.

We bring structure and clarity to your day-to-day finances by managing the core finance function properly, putting simple and effective systems in place, and turning your numbers into something you can actually trust. This is peace of mind that the basics are genuinely covered, nothing more complicated than that, and nothing less either.

Foundation VFO includes full oversight of your bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, and any CIS or statutory compliance your business needs.


We carry out regular accuracy checks and financial housekeeping behind the scenes, so small errors get caught before they become expensive ones. Deadlines and obligations are monitored proactively rather than chased reactively, which means fewer surprises from HMRC or Companies House. 


You get a clear, consistent point of contact for any finance queries, rather than being bounced between departments or left waiting on a generic inbox. Document capture and automation keep everything paperless and organised, while bank feeds and reconciliations stay accurate and current. 


A bi-annual review gives you a structured moment to check in on how things are running and whether anything needs adjusting. This tier suits businesses that want confidence in the fundamentals without paying for strategic reporting they are not yet ready to use, with the option to move up to Insight or Leadership VFO whenever your needs change.

Ready to get the basics properly covered?

Book a free conversation to see if Foundation VFO fits your business.

"Before working with Sapphire my accounts were a mess and I had no financial clarity. It is a warm, friendly environment where everyone is happy to help, and it feels like an extension of my own company."

Drew Whiting, Whiting Carpentry

Other service levels

We have three tiers of support