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Accountants for Streamers

Accountants for streamers

Subs, bits, donations, sponsorships — landing from Twitch, StreamElements and PayPal, usually in dollars. We already act for streamers, so turning your channel into a proper business is something we do every week, not a first.

Get in touch Call 020 3637 9939

Speak to a specialist

Tell us about your stream and we’ll be in touch to see how we can help.

    Established 2017 ★★★★★ Rated Excellent on Google FreeAgent Gold Partner Trusted by working streamers HMRC-registered agent
    Built for live creators

    We already act for streamers — we know how the money works

    Streaming income is genuinely odd from an accounting point of view. Subs and bits from Twitch, tips through StreamElements or Streamlabs, PayPal donations, sponsorship invoices, maybe YouTube VODs and a merch store on the side — different platforms, different payout schedules, and almost all of it in dollars.

    Our streamer clients — Twitch and beyond — get every income stream reconciled properly, honest advice on whether a limited company pays yet, and their tax handled through the swings of a variable channel. Part of the wider creator side of our practice, alongside our YouTuber clients.

    • Your own dedicated accountantOne contact who works with streamer income already.
    • Subs, bits & donations reconciledEvery platform and tipping service, recorded correctly.
    • Dollar payouts handledTwitch, YouTube and PayPal income converted and accounted for.
    • Ltd company when it’s rightHonest advice on when incorporating actually pays.
    What we take off your plate

    The streamer-specific stuff, handled

    The right time to go limited

    We act exclusively for limited companies. We’ll assess your channel income honestly, tell you when incorporating pays — and form your company properly when it does.

    Every payout source reconciled

    Twitch, YouTube, Kick, StreamElements, Streamlabs, PayPal — different schedules and currencies, all kept clean in FreeAgent.

    Donations done properly

    Viewers call them donations; HMRC calls them trading income. We’ll keep it recorded and reported right so nothing comes back to bite you.

    Rig & studio costs

    Streaming and gaming PCs, capture cards, cameras, mics, lighting, peripherals, software subs and a fair share of your home setup — claimed where the rules allow.

    Variable income, planned tax

    Hype months and quiet months are part of streaming. We’ll help you set aside the right amounts so the tax bill never catches you out.

    VAT, accounts & deadlines

    VAT registration and returns when your turnover gets there, year-end accounts, corporation tax and every deadline tracked and met.

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    Darren Coventry, Limited Company Director
    "Great company, always happy to help, advise and answer questions. Would happily recommend."
    ★★★★★
    Simple pricing

    One monthly fee for your channel’s accounting

    What’s included from £159+VAT

    • Company formation
    • VAT & PAYE registrations
    • FreeAgent software
    • Year-end accounts & CT return
    • Director’s self-assessment
    • Dedicated accountant

    Your exact monthly fee depends on the complexity of your income — agreed up front before you join. Specialist or one-off work may sit outside the monthly fee — we’ll always be clear on any extra costs up front.

    from £159+VAT
    per month · 30-day rolling
    Get in touch See full pricing →
    Questions

    Streamer accounting FAQs

    Are Twitch donations and bits taxable in the UK?
    If you’re streaming with a view to making money, then yes — subs, bits, donations and tips are all trading income alongside your ad and sponsorship revenue, even though viewers call them ‘donations’. We’ll make sure everything is recorded and reported correctly so there are no surprises later.
    When should a streamer set up a limited company?
    Usually once your streaming income is consistent and meaningful — a limited company can be more tax-efficient and cleaner for sponsor deals. We act exclusively for limited companies and their directors — so if a company is not right for your numbers yet, we will tell you honestly rather than sign you up. When it is, we form yours for you (you pay only the £100 Companies House fee).
    What can streamers claim as expenses?
    Streaming PCs and dual-PC setups, capture cards, cameras, microphones, lighting, peripherals, overlays and software subscriptions, plus a fair proportion of home studio costs — claimed where the rules allow and evidenced properly.
    My payouts come from Twitch, StreamElements and PayPal in dollars — can you handle that?
    Yes. Multi-platform payouts in foreign currency are normal for our streamer clients. We reconcile each source, convert it correctly and keep your records clean whichever mix of Twitch, YouTube, Kick and tipping platforms you use.
    Can you help me switch from my current accountant?
    Yes, and it’s free. Give us your current accountant’s details and we’ll contact them to initiate the transfer and handle it for you.
    What does it cost?
    Our monthly service starts from £159+VAT on a 30-day rolling basis — the exact fee depends on the complexity of your income and is agreed up front before you join. Some specialist or one-off work may sit outside the monthly fee — we’ll always be clear on any extra costs up front. See full pricing →

    Let’s talk about your stream

    Tell us where your channel is at and we’ll come back to you on the right setup, what we’d handle and what it would cost. No obligation.

    Get in touch Call 020 3637 9939