Virgate is your outsourced accounts team for UK SMEs. Clear numbers, rapid support, and the confidence to focus on growing your business
We handle bookkeeping, payroll, payments, and compliance, and deliver interactive reports within 10 days of month-end. Virgate is your outsourced accounts team, giving ambitious SMEs across the UK clarity, speed, and confidence in their numbers. We handle the day-to-day: bookkeeping in Xero, payroll, staff and supplier payments, and statutory compliance. But what really sets us apart is our intera
ctive monthly reporting, delivered within 10 days of month-end, fully customisable, and accessible anywhere. To the outside world, we work just like an in-house team, answering your phones with your company greeting and managing your accounts inbox, so your suppliers and staff see us as part of your business. Founded in 2016 by Sarah Travell, Virgate was built on the vision of helping SMEs access the same level of accountancy support that larger businesses take for granted. Today, we support clients across many industries, combining technology, expertise, and people-first service to make accountancy approachable and scalable.
04/09/2026
See where your money is going. Every month.
Our interactive Reporting Platform gives you a clear view of your revenue and expenses, helping you track performance, spot trends and make informed business decisions with confidence.
Are you paying too much for bookkeeping? Or perhaps not getting enough for what you pay?
Bookkeeping costs can vary significantly depending on the size and complexity of your business.
Find out what bookkeeping typically costs UK businesses in 2026, what affects the price, and what to look for when choosing the right bookkeeping service.
Our interactive reporting platform gives you a clear view of your business performance, bringing your key reports together in one place so you can make informed business decisions with confidence.
Congratulations to Sarah Travell on being named a 2026 Finalist in the Established Business of the Year - South West category at the Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards.
A fantastic achievement and a proud moment for everyone at Virgate. We wish Sarah and all the finalists the very best.
24/07/2026
Proud to support The Nelson Trust! 🙌
We're delighted to have partnered with The Nelson Trust, supporting their vital work empowering women and families across Gloucestershire.
A huge thank you to everyone involved, it's a privilege to give back to a charity making such a real difference in our community.
At Virgate, we believe supporting the people around us is just as important as supporting our clients.💜
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