Payroll Services & EMI Employee Share Schemes

  • Specialists in Payroll & EMI schemes for SMEs and scale-ups
  • Fixed, transparent pricing – no nasty surprises
  • Responsive, partner-led service – direct access to senior advisors
  • Offices in London and Reading – and clients UK-wide
  • Experience working with fast-growing tech firms, agencies, consultancies and more

Full payroll service for your business at a fixed monthly fee. Includes payslips, HMRC advice and year end returns. Looking to set up an EMI share scheme and need a reliable, experienced accountant to guide you through the process? Whether you're a startup, growing SME or established business, Carbon Accountancy offers expert support tailored to your needs — with clear advice, fixed fees, and a personal approach that’s hard to find elsewhere.

Payroll Services

We offer a full payroll service for your business. We can run monthly payroll to ensure that you are fully up-to-date with payroll deductions.

The service includes monthly payroll, payslips, advising you of your HMRC obligations, performing year end processes such as employer year end returns (P35’s and P11d’s) and employee P14’s and P60’s.

We charge a fixed monthly fee and don’t charge for the occasional re-run if you want to amend an employee’s pay or if someone joins or leaves your business.

EMI Scheme Accountants You Can Trust

Looking to set up an EMI share scheme and need a reliable, experienced accountant to guide you through the process? Whether you’re a startup, growing SME or established business, Carbon Accountancy offers expert support tailored to your needs — with clear advice, fixed fees, and a personal approach that’s hard to find elsewhere.

We’re trusted by small and medium-sized businesses across the UK and have offices in London, Reading and Dublin, so whether you’re searching for an EMI scheme accountant in London or EMI accountants in Reading, you’re in the right place.

Why Choose Carbon as Your EMI Employee Scheme Accountant?

Implementing an Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) scheme can be one of the smartest ways to retain and reward your key people. But the setup, compliance and valuation process can get complicated fast — especially if you don’t have the right accountant by your side.

That’s where we come in. At Carbon, we combine deep technical knowledge with an SME-focused approach, ensuring your EMI scheme is structured properly from day one and fully compliant with HMRC requirements.

Here’s what sets us apart:
✅ Specialists in EMI schemes for SMEs and scale-ups
✅ Fixed, transparent pricing – no nasty surprises
✅ Responsive, partner-led service – direct access to senior advisors
✅ Offices in London and Reading – and clients UK-wide
✅ Experience working with fast-growing tech firms, agencies, consultancies and more

Need Help Setting Up an EMI Scheme?

If you’re exploring EMI schemes for the first time, you’re likely wondering:

  • Is my business eligible?
  • How do we value the company?
  • What are the tax benefits for employees?
  • How do we avoid HMRC pitfalls?

We’ll answer all of these questions and more. Our team has helped numerous SMEs implement EMI share option schemes that attract and retain talent, minimise tax liabilities, and fit with long-term growth plans. We’ll guide you through every step, including:

  •  Reviewing eligibility and designing a tailored scheme
    • Handling the HMRC valuation process
    • Preparing and submitting necessary documentation
    • Liaising with legal teams and employee communications
    • Ongoing support and compliance

We make it simple, efficient, and stress-free.

More Than Just Setup – Strategic EMI Support

We’re not just here to tick the compliance boxes. As experienced EMI scheme accountants, we look at the bigger picture. We ensure your EMI structure supports your business goals, from raising funding to preparing for exit.

We also help you:

  • Align incentives with performance
  • Avoid dilution issues
  • Navigate leaver provisions and vesting schedules
  • Understand tax implications for both company and employee

We’ll work closely with your legal advisers, tax consultants, and internal team to ensure a smooth rollout — and we stay in touch to support your scheme as your business evolves.

Already Have an EMI Scheme? We Can Help

If your EMI scheme is already in place, we can review it for compliance, performance and efficiency. Many of our clients come to us after working with larger firms who overcomplicated the process or didn’t provide hands-on support. Switching is easy — and you’ll benefit from a more responsive, cost-effective service.

Speak to an EMI Scheme Accountant Today

Whether you’re exploring EMI options or ready to get started, we offer a free, no-obligation call with one of our senior advisers.

📞 Call us on 020 7710 5300
📧 Email john.leyden@carbonaccountancy.co.uk

You can meet with John Leyden, our Partner specialising in EMI share schemes, or a senior team member — either in person or via video.

The Carbon Difference

Choosing the right accountant for your EMI share scheme makes all the difference. At Carbon, you get:

  •  Personalised support from experts who understand SMEs
    • Clear, proactive advice – no jargon, no delays
    • Real value beyond compliance
    • Long-term partnership you can rely on

We’re proud to be trusted EMI accountants in London, Reading and across the UK. Let’s build something great — and reward the people who help make it happen.

 

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Carbon Accountancy - Chartered Accountants

London

Carbon Accountancy
80–83 Long Lane
London EC1A 9ET 

Reading

Carbon Accountancy 
Reading Enterprise Centre, University of Reading,
Reading RG6  6BU

Dublin

105 Serpentine Business Centre
48-56 Serpentine Avenue
Dublin 4 D04 X4W6