Why Specialist Accounting Matters in Hospitality.

Because a full venue can still produce a weak month if margin and cash aren’t controlled.

The hospitality sector is a vital part of the UK economy, but the financial pressures are real: rising costs, changing demand and tight margins. Reliable reporting and clear guidance aren’t “nice to have” — they’re essential for confident decisions. 

Good hospitality accounting goes beyond annual accounts. It gives you clarity on gross profit, staffing costs, cash movement and compliance — so you can act early, not react late. 

Whether you run a single site or a growing group, Rothstone helps you keep the finance calm and controlled — with structured routines and reporting you can rely on.

  • Clearer visibility over gross profit and where margin is leaking
  • Better control of stock, wastage and supplier commitments
  • Disciplined VAT and payroll routines (HMRC-ready)
  • Decision-ready reporting to support growth

Hospitality Accounting FAQs

Yes — we support a wide range of hospitality businesses. We tailor your reporting to the way you trade, so the numbers stay useful day-to-day. 

Yes. We can support payroll and help you keep records organised around tips and service charge, depending on your setup and processes.

Yes. We improve visibility over timing, supplier commitments and working capital so quieter periods feel planned — not stressful.

Yes. Regular reporting helps you spot issues early and make decisions with confidence, not guesswork.

We can. We’ll structure reporting so you can compare sites consistently and understand performance by location.

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0208 264 0016

 

Book a free, no-obligation conversation. We’ll understand your hospitality model, tighten the financial structure, and set out a clear plan — delivered with a calm, premium Rothstone experience.

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What our hospitality accounting covers.

Practical support that protects margin, strengthens cash flow, and keeps compliance tidy — with you at every stage.

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Gross Profit & Margin Insight

Cleaner visibility over GP and cost movement, helping you spot margin leaks early and protect profitability.

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Stock, Wastage & Supplier Spend

Improved control over purchasing, wastage and stock routines — supporting better cost discipline.

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VAT & HMRC-Ready Compliance

Structured VAT records and tidy compliance routines to keep submissions accurate and defensible.

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Payroll & Staffing Cost Oversight

Payroll support and cleaner reporting on staffing costs so you can plan rotas and budgets with confidence.

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Cash Flow & Seasonality Planning

Sharper visibility over timing and commitments — helping you stay calm through seasonal shifts.

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Management Accounts & KPIs

Monthly or quarterly reporting that highlights trends early and supports practical decisions.

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Controls & Reconciliations

Cleaner reconciliations and stronger routines — keeping reporting accurate across cash, card and platform payouts.

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Growth & Expansion Support

Support for growth decisions — from new sites to investment planning — backed by clear numbers and tidy compliance.

Our Services.

Need wider support beyond hospitality accounting? Explore our full service lines — delivered with the same Rothstone standard.

Book a free consultation or request a callback and we’ll guide you to the right service.

Accounts »

Audit »

Bookkeeping »

Advisory »

Cloud »

Forensic »

MTD »

Payroll »

R&D »

Taxes »

VAT Services »

Finance Built for Hospitality — Not End-of-Year Surprises.

A composed finance function that supports decisions as you trade — not after the period has closed.

Hospitality businesses gain the strongest outcomes when decisions are made early — before margin drifts, before cash tightens, and before admin becomes the focus. That requires reliable information, presented clearly and consistently.

We keep your position stable and decision-ready: disciplined records, dependable reporting and calm oversight that supports VAT, payroll and growth planning. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

  • Reporting that’s easier to interpret and act on
  • Earlier visibility when margin or cash risks appear
  • Controlled compliance with fewer last-minute surprises
  • Confidence when planning growth and investment

The result is finance that protects profitability and supports calmer day-to-day operations.

Why Choose Rothstone?

  Traditional Accounting Firms Rothstone Accountants
Sector Understanding General service with limited hospitality insight Built around GP, labour and cash realities
VAT & Payroll Support Admin-heavy, often reactive Disciplined records with clean, consistent submissions
Cash Flow Visibility Limited visibility until pressure hits Sharper view of timing, commitments and risk
Reporting Quality Basic outputs that are hard to act on Decision-ready reporting that supports action
Overall Experience Transactional support Relationship-led, calm and controlled delivery

If you want hospitality accounting delivered with clarity and control, we’ll keep it structured and straightforward.

Book a free consultation or request a callback — we’ll map the best next step.