Know your numbers.
Lead your business.
Your statutory accounts tell you what happened last year. Management accounts tell you what's happening now — and what you need to do about it. Runway produces regular, meaningful management accounts that give you the visibility to make decisions with confidence.
Management accounts for UK business owners
Management accounts are regular financial reports — monthly or quarterly — giving you a real-time view of your business performance. Unlike year end accounts, they're produced for you, not for Companies House. They're a decision-making tool.
Because Runway maintains your books in Xero as part of your monthly subscription, your management accounts are produced efficiently and without delay — current numbers when you need them, not a month after the fact.
Everything you need to make decisions.
Profit and loss
Detailed breakdown of revenue, gross margin, overheads, and net profit for the period.
Balance sheet snapshot
A clear view of your company's assets, liabilities, and overall financial health at that moment.
Cash position and movement
Tracking how cash has flowed in and out, separating profit from actual liquidity.
Budget vs. actuals
Comparing real performance against your forecasts to keep growth on track.
KPI dashboard
Key performance indicators tailored specifically to what drives your unique business.
Plain-English commentary
Insights from your Runway co-founder explaining what the numbers mean and actionable steps.
That last point matters most. Numbers without context are just data. Every set of management accounts comes with a conversation — what the numbers mean, and what to do about them.
From compliance to clarity
The businesses that grow with real momentum are the ones with visibility. They know their numbers, spot problems early, and make decisions based on data — not instinct alone.
Management accounts are the bridge between compliance and strategy. Runway builds them around what actually matters in your business — not a generic template.
“Just the best. The team haven't just helped keep finances in order — they've helped push our business and our strategy forward. Any questions or advice are answered immediately.”
Socius Media
Video Agency
Frequently asked questions
For most growing businesses, monthly is the right cadence — close enough to the numbers to act on them. Quarterly works for businesses with steadier performance or lower complexity. Runway will recommend the right frequency and adjust as you scale.
No — they're entirely for your benefit. But for any business making meaningful decisions about growth, hiring, or investment, they're not optional in practice. Lenders and investors will also often request them as part of due diligence.
Year end statutory accounts are prepared to a specific standard for filing with Companies House and HMRC. Management accounts are for internal use — more flexible, more frequent, and focused on giving you actionable insight rather than satisfying a legal requirement.
Yes — significantly. Up-to-date management accounts demonstrate that you have a grip on your finances and can articulate your performance clearly. Runway produces them with this in mind for clients who are raising or planning to raise.
That's exactly the conversation to have with Runway. Building a budget and setting targets is part of the wider advisory relationship — and once in place, your management accounts become significantly more powerful.
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