How do I pay myself as a business owner?
If you are a business owner wondering about how to pay yourself then have a read of this article as Ascentant aims to outline salary and owner draws.






Ascentant is a technology-led, client-focused business. We truly care about our clients. Does that make us different? Probably not…. However, our approach to our clients is perhaps different.
Historically, Accounting Practises tend to be formed in one of two ways. As a result of a demerger from another Accountancy practice or, a startup created by an Accountant who has worked at another practice and taken their clients with them.
Ascentant Accountancy evolved following a unique path. We do not operate as an everyday Accountancy practice, consequently, we don’t refer to our company as a practice. Founded in Derby in 2016, we launched our Ripley office in 2023.
Professionalism is still at our core – But by building our business from scratch, organically, really means that we understand your business. Your challenges. Your needs.
We are a Derby based Accountant with National reach. We have a Business Hub and office in Ripley, Derbyshire. We provide a comprehensive range of services including Limited Company Accounts, Tax advice, Payroll, VAT and Bookkeeping services. We also have an office in Ripley, Derbyshire, providing Accountancy services.
We provide niche Outsourced Legal Cashiering support to Law Firms across England & Wales.
“Ascentant do our accounts remotely and have been a fantastic help. They have helped us implement new policies and procedures and worked through a large backlog. They provide us with detailed management information, and have been able to assist us with compliance matters also. Kevin and Reece are wonderful to deal with – always friendly…
“Second year now we have worked with Kevin and the team. Will never look elsewhere. To have the trust and confidence in your accountant takes a huge amount of stress off you when trying to start a business. They have the knowledge, skills and honestly to advise and guide you all throughout the filing process.…
“Incomparable and fantastic service provided by Kevin and the team at Ascentant. Highly recommended if you require bookkeeping or accounts services.”
If you are a business owner wondering about how to pay yourself then have a read of this article as Ascentant aims to outline salary and owner draws.
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