Essentials Core

Build your own personal accounting package with modular flexibility

Essentials gives you complete control over your business accounting. Start with our core package featuring Pulse, our next-generation accounting system, then add only the modules you need as your business grows.

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Essentials Core

£75/year

One-off payment by credit/debit card

Modules

+ Add ons

Including SA100 Tax Return Submission

Pulse Cloud Accounting System
Access your accounts anywhere through your browser with our purpose-built system designed specifically for consultants. No software installation required – just secure, cloud-based accounting that works the way you do.
Real-Time Business Reports
Monitor your business activity as you enter information. Track your income, expenses and view indicative tax and National Insurance calculations instantly.
Automated PFS Processing
Simply upload your monthly PFS documents and Pulse processes the figures automatically in seconds. No manual data entry required.
Tax Knowledgebase Access
Search over 200 articles answering common questions like “Can I claim for…?” Written in plain English with examples tailored to consultant life.
Shop Sales Management
Track shop sales with ease, see which groups perform well, and manage your inventory all within Pulse.
HMRC-Compliant Record Keeping
Every transaction is automatically categorised exactly how HMRC expects it. Generate your Self Assessment figures in seconds when you need them.
Shop Sales Management
Track shop sales with ease, see which groups perform well, and manage your inventory all within Pulse.
eLearning Course
Take our short course to learn everything you need to know about self-employment, accounting and HMRC requirements.
eLearning Course
Join our popular Facebook group to connect with other consultants and get advice from our team and your peers.

Add What You Need Optional Modules

Build your perfect package by adding these modules to Essentials Core

£40/year**
MTD Service
Stay compliant with HMRC’s Making Tax Digital requirements. Our MTD Service handles your quarterly submissions directly from Pulse, keeping you compliant without the hassle.
£25/year
Additional Self Employment
Running another business or have additional freelance income? Add support for recording and reporting additional self-employment income on your tax return.
£75/year
Tax Return Submission
Let our expert team prepare and submit your SA100 Tax Return directly to HMRC. We’ll review your accounts against HMRC guidance, prepare your return, and handle the submission – giving you complete peace of mind.
From £79/year
Landlord Package
Own rental property? Our team can prepare your SA105 Landlord Tax Return as part of your annual submission.
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Why Choose Essentials?

Cost-Effective
Pay only for what you need. Start with the core system and add modules as your business requires them.
Flexible and Scalable
Your business changes – your accounting package should too. Add or remove modules as needed without committing to expensive all-in-one packages.
Built by Consultants, for Consultants
Over a decade of supporting consultants means Pulse is designed around how you actually work – from automated PFS processing to shop sales tracking.
Modern, Cloud-Based Technology
Access your accounts from any device, anywhere. Pulse is built using modern web technologies for a fast, reliable experience.

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Annual Price

£75/year

One-off payment by credit/debit card

Instalment Pricing*

£39/per month

Spread the cost over 2 monthly payments

*Instalment pricing is available on current financial year services

**MTD Service is available from April 2026 for the 2026/27 financial year

General Questions

Some common questions are here – if you still have any queries please contact our team for assistance.

Essentials is designed for consultants who want to manage their own accounts using Pulse.

Our Premium package is fully managed – our team handles most of the administration for you, including tax return submission, monthly PFS processing, and priority support.

Absolutely! That’s the beauty of modular packages. Add modules anytime through your member portal as your needs change.

Yes! Pulse is our next-generation accounting system and is included with Essentials Core and all our packages.

Simply add the MTD Service module – this covers all four quarterly submissions required by HMRC.

Yes, modules are purchased per financial year to match your accounting period. You can choose which modules you need each year based on your circumstances.

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