Whether you’re running a busy tattoo studio or working solo as an artist, keeping your finances organised is crucial to staying profitable and stress-free. In this article, we’ll break down a few simple systems and tools you can use to make accounting less painful and more productive.
1. Keep Everything Digital
The first step to stress-free bookkeeping is ditching paper receipts. Use accounting software like FreeAgent to upload and categorise expenses directly from your phone. It saves hours and gives you a live view of your profits.
2. Separate Business and Personal Finances
Mixing personal and business money makes bookkeeping a nightmare. Open a dedicated business account and connect it to your software — Nanoswift can help you set this up properly.
“Switching to a digital accounting process saved me about five hours a week.” — Jamie, Tattoo Artist
3. Plan Ahead for Tax
Every transaction counts. By keeping records up to date and tagging VAT and expenses correctly, you’ll avoid last-minute panic before self-assessment season.
Need help with setup? Get in touch — our FreeAgent-certified team can help you transition smoothly.