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ABM Chartered Accountants provides expert accounting for AI & machine learning companies across the UK, from pre-revenue startups to scaling AI platforms. Our ICAEW and ACCA qualified team handles R&D tax credits, compute costs, IP structuring and tax planning for AI businesses and individual founders.
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Hundreds of businesses across the UK trust ABM Chartered Accountants for reliable, expert, and genuinely personal accounting services. See why clients rate us as their most trusted financial partner.
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Accounting Built for AI and Machine Learning Companies
AI companies face accounting challenges that general accountants rarely handle. R&D credits on algorithm development, GPU compute costs, data licensing and FRS 102 capitalisation of trained models all demand advisors who know how AI businesses innovate and report to investors.
ABM Chartered Accountants works with AI startups, machine learning platforms, data science firms and research spinouts across England, delivering structured financial support for AI businesses and individual founders. Every R&D claim, grant report and tax return is handled accurately.
Helping AI Companies Maximise R&D Tax Relief
AI founders need more than basic compliance. ABM Chartered Accountants prepares R&D claims covering staff, compute and data costs, SEIS and EIS applications, grant reporting and tax planning, giving AI companies clear visibility over qualifying spend and innovation reliefs.
Whether you run a pre-revenue AI startup, a scaling machine learning platform, a data science consultancy or a research spinout, our ICAEW and ACCA qualified team adapts to your setup, keeping the business and founders covered on tax and compliance.
Our Accounting Services for AI & Machine Learning Companies
We offer a full range of accounting, tax and advisory services for AI companies, designed around the demands of R&D credits, compute costs and machine learning businesses operating across the UK.
Accounting Solutions
Expert annual accounts, year-end reporting, and accurate financial statements for UK businesses.
Bookkeeping
Cloud-based bookkeeping with Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage to keep accounts accurate.
Corporate Tax
Corporation tax compliance, computations, and strategic planning for UK companies.
VAT
VAT registration, quarterly returns, and Making Tax Digital compliance for UK businesses.
Payroll
End-to-end payroll, PAYE, RTI submissions, and pension auto-enrolment managed on time.
Audit & Assurance
Statutory audits, independent reviews, and assurance services for confident financial reporting.
Business Advisory
Cash flow forecasting, growth planning, and advisory support for confident decisions.
Company Formation
Fast UK company formation, Companies House registration, and full HMRC tax setup.
Management Accounts
Monthly or quarterly management accounts with KPIs, variance analysis, and clear insights.
Why AI Companies Choose ABM Chartered Accountants
Sector Expertise
Strong grasp of AI R&D claims, compute and IP.
Qualified Specialists
ICAEW and ACCA members experienced with AI companies.
Cloud-Based Delivery
Secure remote access to accounts and filings nationwide.
Supporting AI Companies Across the UK
ABM Chartered Accountants supports AI businesses and founders throughout England, from London and the South East to the Midlands, North West and beyond. Our cloud-based systems deliver specialist accounting to AI companies nationwide.
How We Work
Initial Consultation
Set Up and Onboard
Ongoing Support
We provide regular reviews and proactive advice to keep your finances optimised and HMRC-compliant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to common questions AI founders, machine learning directors and data science company owners ask about specialist accounting.
Can AI companies claim R&D credits?
Almost always, yes. Algorithm development, model training, data pipeline engineering and compute optimisation typically qualify. Cloud GPU costs and data licensing are now claimable for periods from April 2023 onwards.
Are cloud GPU costs deductible?
Yes. Cloud computing costs for model training on AWS, Azure or Google Cloud are allowable expenses. From April 2023, qualifying cloud and data costs can be included within R&D claims.
How is AI model development capitalised?
Under FRS 102, research costs are expensed but development costs meeting six criteria can be capitalised as intangible assets. This includes trained models and algorithms where technical feasibility is demonstrated.
What is Patent Box for AI?
Patent Box applies a reduced corporation tax rate to profits from patented AI innovations. Qualifying patents must be granted by the UK IPO or EPO alongside R&D credits.
Can AI startups access SEIS and EIS?
Yes. SEIS gives investors up to 50% income tax relief and EIS up to 30%. Advance assurance from HMRC confirms eligibility. Both schemes help AI startups raise funding effectively.
Can ABM support AI companies nationwide?
Yes. ABM Chartered Accountants serves AI and machine learning companies across England using secure cloud-based platforms, delivering specialist accounting to startups, scaling platforms and research spinouts.