How should I pay myself?
Usually a modest salary through PAYE plus dividends from profit works out best, but the right mix depends on your profits, your other income and your plans. We'll run the numbers with you rather than guessing.
Limited companies
Your company accounts, off your plate
Running a company comes with a pile of deadlines and paperwork. We take care of all of it, tell you what your tax bill will be in good time, and help you get the most out of what your company earns.
What's included
- Your annual accounts prepared and explained, not just filed
- Company tax return and a clear figure for what's due and when
- Confirmation statement and Companies House housekeeping
- Director payroll run for you, with payslips and P60s
- Dividend paperwork done properly so it stands up to scrutiny
- A friendly heads-up if your director's loan is creeping up
- VAT returns and a check you're on the best scheme
- Company set-up and shares sorted if you're just starting out
The deadlines we keep track of for you
Annual accounts
Due at Companies House within 9 months of your year end. We aim to have yours ready months earlier.
Corporation tax
Return due within 12 months of your year end, with the tax payable 9 months and a day after it.
Confirmation statement
A yearly tidy-up of directors, shareholders and company details. We file it so you don't forget.
Things clients usually ask us
Can I put this through the company?
Sometimes yes, sometimes partly. Things like your car, home office and phone need splitting between business and personal use — just ask us before you buy and we'll tell you straight.
What about money I've taken out?
Anything beyond salary, dividends and expenses counts as a loan from the company, and there's an extra tax charge if it's still owed nine months after year end. We keep an eye on it and flag it early.