Franchising details
Business Model and Services
AIMS Accountants for Business operates as a franchise focused on delivering expert tax and accountancy services specifically designed for small businesses across the UK. The franchise targets qualified accountants seeking to establish or expand their own practice under the trusted AIMS brand. Services cover a wide spectrum of accountancy needs, including tax advice, practice management, marketing support, and IT assistance, ensuring franchisees are fully equipped to serve their local business communities effectively.
Support and Training
The franchise provides extensive support for its members, starting with an initial one-week onsite training at their head office, followed by four weeks of remote training to help new franchisees launch and grow their practices. Beyond initial onboarding, ongoing mentoring is offered through dedicated support accountants. Franchisees have continuous access to specialist marketing, technical, IT help, and regular continuing professional development sessions, such as webinars, face-to-face meetings, and annual conferences, empowering them to stay updated and competitive.
Organizational Culture and Opportunity
AIMS prides itself on a flat and informal organizational structure that fosters professionalism and client-first values while maintaining cost efficiency. The decentralized nature of the franchise allows for flexibility and personalized service, with franchisees able to operate independently from home-based setups to fully staffed offices. With over 25 years of experience and around 200 accountants nationwide, AIMS offers franchisees the unique opportunity to join a respected network with strong retention rates and long-term career prospects.
Franchise costs and details
Training and support
Initial one-week in-house training followed by four weeks of remote training; ongoing mentorship from dedicated support accountants; continuous access to marketing, technical, IT support; weekly webinars, monthly face-to-face sessions, and an annual conference for ongoing CPD.
