Specialist Bookkeeping for Serviced Accommodation
Books done right, for every SA model.
The bookkeeping agency built exclusively for serviced accommodation — supporting operators in every major UK city and English-speaking SA operators and investors worldwide, whether you run rent-to-SA or manage properties for others.
We know the difference between
rent-to-SA and managed properties.
Most bookkeepers treat both the same — that's a costly mistake. Income recognition, owner liability and tax obligations are fundamentally different. We've built our entire process around this distinction.
All income and expenses
belong to you
- ✓Every platform payout is your income — recorded correctly in Xero
- ✓Rent, utilities, cleaning, platform fees — all your expenses, all categorised
- ✓Clean monthly Profit & Loss ready for your accountant
- ✓Bank reconciliation against every Airbnb, Booking.com and Vrbo payout
Only your management fee
is income
- ✓Booking revenue through your account is a liability to the owner, not your income
- ✓Your income is only your management percentage — recognised correctly
- ✓Owner funds tracked separately — no mixing of client money
- ✓Detailed monthly owner statements per property for full transparency
Xero Bookkeeping Services for SA Operators
Specialist bookkeeping designed around how SA businesses actually operate — not how generic firms think they do.
Complete Bookkeeping
End-to-end monthly bookkeeping for your SA business — every transaction recorded and categorised, and all invoices and bills managed on your behalf. Your books always clean, accurate and report-ready.
Core ServiceOwner Statements
Detailed monthly statements per managed property — revenue by platform, all expenses, your management fee and net payout to the owner.
Core ServiceBank & Payout Reconciliation
Every Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo and direct-booking payout matched to your bank — commissions, cleaning fees and refunds split out so your margins are real.
Core ServiceVAT Returns & Tax Filing
VAT preparation and submission, Self Assessment, Corporation Tax and year-end accounts — handled by SA-specialist bookkeepers who understand your business.
Core ServicePMS & Accounting Integrations
Direct links between Uplisting, Hostaway, Zeevou and Xero or QuickBooks — less manual work, faster reporting and fewer errors every month.
Core ServiceCompany Registration
Set up your SA business properly from day one — limited company formation, HMRC registration, share structure advice and all the paperwork handled.
Core ServiceNot a generic bookkeeper.
An SA specialist.
Generic bookkeepers don't understand the nuance of your business. We built Tally Stay specifically for SA — it's all we do.
SA is the only industry we serve
Every system, process and template we use is designed specifically for SA operators — not adapted from something generic.
We understand trust accounting for managed properties
Booking revenue flowing through your accounts for property owners is not your income. Your books will always reflect this correctly.
Owner statements your clients will trust
Clear, professional and detailed monthly statements per property. Build confidence with your owners and eliminate disputes.
We speak your platforms' language
Uplisting, Hostaway, Zeevou — we pull the data from your PMS and reconcile it into Xero correctly, every single month.
Accountants who speak
serviced accommodation.
Tally Stay was founded by a team of ACCA-qualified finance professionals with a deep understanding of the unique financial complexities in the property and hospitality sectors. With years of collective experience, we recognized a gap in the market for accountants who truly understand the Serviced Accommodation (SA) ecosystem.
We don't just crunch numbers; we understand multi-channel payouts, cleaning fees, OTA commissions, and complex VAT rules. Our mission is to provide transparent, accurate, and stress-free financial management so SA operators can focus on scaling their portfolios.
More about us →Up and running in days,
not weeks.
Discovery Call
We learn about your SA business — properties, model, platforms and PMS software you use.
Xero Setup
We configure your Xero with the right chart of accounts for your model — R2SA or managed properties.
Ongoing Bookkeeping
Monthly bookkeeping, bank reconciliation and owner statements delivered. You just review and approve.
Monthly Reports
Financial summaries every month so you always know where you stand — prepped and ready for your accountant.
Tally Stay has been a great addition to our business. Before working together, keeping everything organised was becoming increasingly difficult as we grew. Now everything runs much more smoothly, and I have complete confidence that the financial side of the business is being managed properly. The service is friendly, efficient and consistently reliable. I’d happily recommend Tally Stay to anyone looking for a trusted accounting partner.
What I appreciate most about Tally Stay is the reliability. I never have to chase for updates or worry about whether something has been done. Everything is handled professionally and with great attention to detail. They're always approachable, easy to work with and genuinely cares about helping his clients. It’s exactly the kind of support every serviced accommodation business needs.
From our very first conversation, I felt confident we’d made the right choice. Tally Stay made the onboarding process incredibly easy and took care of everything without any hassle. Since then, the service has been consistently excellent. I always receive prompt responses, everything is completed on time, and I know our finances are in safe hands. It’s been a pleasure working with Tally.
We’ve been really pleased with the service from Tally Stay. The transition was smooth, communication has been excellent throughout, and everything has been handled professionally from the beginning. It’s clear that they have a strong understanding of the serviced accommodation sector, which makes a real difference. I’d happily recommend Tally Stay to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and trustworthy accounting partner.
Tally Stay has given us much better visibility over the financial performance of our business. Everything is accurate, well organised and easy to understand, which makes planning ahead much simpler. Abdullah is proactive, dependable and always happy to answer any questions we have. It’s reassuring knowing that someone who understands the serviced accommodation industry is looking after our finances.
Before working with Tally Stay, I was spending far too much time trying to stay on top of the financial side of the business. Since Tally took over, everything has been far more organised and I finally feel like I have a clear picture of how the business is performing. The reports are easy to follow, communication is prompt, and I know everything is being handled professionally. It’s been a real weight off my shoulders and has allowed me to focus on growing the business.
Working with Tally Stay has made life so much easier. Everything is well organised, deadlines are always met, and communication is excellent. What stands out most is the attention to detail and the genuine care they show towards their clients. You never feel like just another customer. If you’re looking for an accountant who understands serviced accommodation and provides a consistently high level of service, I’d definitely recommend them.
Outsourcing our accounting to Tally Stay has been one of the better decisions we’ve made. The whole process has been straightforward from day one, and communication has always been excellent. I particularly appreciate how approachable they're whenever we have questions. Instead of simply processing the numbers, he helps us understand them, which has made managing the business much easier. A professional and dependable service that I’d happily recommend.
I can’t recommend Tally Stay highly enough. The service has been professional, friendly and incredibly reliable throughout. Whenever I’ve had questions, Abdullah has always taken the time to explain things clearly without making anything feel complicated. It’s reassuring knowing our finances are being looked after properly, and I have complete confidence in the work they do. It’s taken a lot of stress away from running the business.
Tally Stay has been a fantastic support to our business. The team is organised, responsive and always on hand whenever we need help. It's refreshing to work with someone who genuinely understands the challenges of running serviced accommodation. Everything is completed accurately and on time, which means I can focus on growing the business rather than worrying about the financial side. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Abdullah and the team.
As our portfolio grew, managing the finances became increasingly time-consuming. Since working with Tally Stay, everything has become much more organised and transparent. The financial reports are easy to understand, and it’s helped us make much better business decisions. They're knowledgeable, reliable and always delivers on time. It genuinely feels like having an extension of our own team rather than an external accountant.
I’ve had a really positive experience working with Tally Stay. The service is professional, reliable and delivered to a high standard. Communication is always quick, and it’s clear that Abdullah genuinely wants to help his clients succeed. If I had one suggestion, it would simply be to have more regular strategic catch-ups as the business grows, but overall I’m very happy with the service and would happily recommend Tally Stay.
We’ve been working with Tally Stay for a while now, and it’s been a brilliant experience from the start. Before handing over our finance function, I was spending far too much time trying to keep everything organised myself. Abdullah quickly put proper systems in place and made the whole process much more efficient. The reports are clear, communication is excellent, and I always know where the business stands financially. It’s a huge relief having someone who understands the serviced accommodation industry. I’d happily recommend Tally Stay to anyone looking for a reliable accounting partner.
Tailored to how
your business runs.
Every SA business is different — the number of properties, the platforms you use, and whether you're R2SA or managed all shape the support you need.
More properties means more bookings, more reconciliations and more owner statements.
Whether you're on Airbnb only or across Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo and direct — we reconcile every channel.
R2SA and managed properties are accounted for very differently. We set up your books for the model you actually run.
High-turnover properties with lots of short stays get the reconciliation depth they need.
Free 30-min call · No obligation
Optional growth support
Bookkeeping is what we do. For clients who want it, we also offer a small set of add-ons to help grow an SA business.
Bespoke Business Systems
Cleaning trackers, property dashboards and workflow tools built around how you run your properties.
OTA Listing Optimisation
Airbnb, Booking.com and Vrbo listings reviewed for visibility and conversion.
Website Development
Fast, conversion-focused websites for SA operators and property managers.
Social Media Management
Content and scheduling across Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.
Serviced accommodation accountants and bookkeepers across the UK.
Tally Stay is a UK bookkeeping practice that works only with serviced accommodation businesses: rent-to-SA operators, short-let property managers, aparthotels and SA investors. Our ACCA-qualified team handles day-to-day bookkeeping in Xero or QuickBooks, Airbnb and Booking.com payout reconciliation, owner statements, VAT returns, Self Assessment and Corporation Tax support.
Our registered office is in Mildenhall, Suffolk, and we work remotely with SA operators in every major UK city, from London short lets under the 90-night rule to Edinburgh's licensed short-term lets.
How our UK serviced accommodation accounting works · Read the 2026 SA tax guide
Questions SA operators ask us.
Are your bookkeepers qualified professionals?
Yes, our team consists of highly experienced finance professionals with ACCA qualifications, ensuring your accounts are handled to the highest industry standards.
Where are your clients located?
We provide specialist bookkeeping services to operators in all major cities across the UK, as well as English-speaking serviced accommodation businesses globally.
What accounting software and booking platforms do you support?
We have extensive expertise in Xero, QuickBooks, and all major accounting software. We integrate these seamlessly with property management systems like Uplisting, Hostaway, and Zeevou, as well as OTAs like Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo.
Why do I need a specialist SA bookkeeper?
Serviced accommodations involve complex reconciliations, multi-channel payouts, cleaning fees, and specific VAT rules. We understand this ecosystem inside out, ensuring accurate margins and owner statements.
Do you provide serviced accommodation accounting, or just bookkeeping?
Both. We keep your books up to date every month and prepare the figures your accounts and tax returns are built on, including VAT returns, Self Assessment and Corporation Tax support. Year-end accounts can be prepared by us or handed to your existing accountant in a clean, ready-to-file state.
Can you work with my SA business if you're not local to me?
Yes. Our registered office is in Mildenhall, Suffolk, and everything we do runs securely online through Xero, QuickBooks and your PMS, so we support serviced accommodation operators in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and every other UK city, plus English-speaking operators abroad.
Let's talk about your SA business.
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30-Minute Discovery Call
We'll learn about your SA business, answer your questions and show you exactly how we can help.
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Tally Stay Ltd · Serviced accommodation bookkeepers
Suite A, 82 James Carter Road, Mildenhall, Suffolk, IP28 7DE, United Kingdom
Phone & WhatsApp: +44 7445 086447
Email: [email protected]
Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm UK time · Serving clients UK-wide and remotely
Your SA books, finally in order.
Join SA operators across the UK and worldwide who trust Tally Stay to keep their finances clean, accurate and stress-free every month.