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Specialist Accounting Solutions

Company Accounts, Tax & VAT

Accountant for limited companies and growing businesses

 Every UK limited company must file annual accounts with Companies House and submit a corporation tax return to HMRC. Many also need VAT returns and payroll reporting during the year.

At Specialist Accounting Solutions, we provide fixed monthly packages for limited companies so the work is managed throughout the year, not rushed at the deadline.
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What does an accountant do for a limited company?

We prepare your statutory accounts, submit your corporation tax return, and handle VAT returns and payroll where needed. We request the information up front, review the numbers early, and share draft figures with you before anything is filed with Companies House or HMRC.
So you can run your business without the year-end panic.

Company Accounts and Corporation Tax for Limited Companies

Year-end accounts preparation

We prepare statutory accounts for limited companies in line with Companies House requirements. This includes profit and loss, balance sheet, and the notes required for filing. Accounts are presented and explained before you sign them off.

Corporation tax returns

We prepare and file your company’s corporation tax return (CT600) with HMRC. We calculate the tax liability, identify any available reliefs, and make sure the submission is correct and on time.

Self-Assessment Tax Returns for Company Directors

For directors and individuals with income outside PAYE, we prepare and submit self-assessment returns. We check all sources of income are captured correctly and calculate the liability in advance so you know what to expect.

VAT returns and Making Tax Digital

We prepare VAT returns for VAT-registered companies, ensuring your VAT reporting is compliant with Making Tax Digital requirements. We use software that connects directly with HMRC, check the figures before submission, and handle any queries that arise.

Payroll services

We process payroll, including Real Time Information (RTI) submissions to HMRC, payslips, and auto-enrolment pension management.

Bookkeeping

If your bookkeeping needs to be brought up to date or maintained throughout the year, we can manage that alongside the rest of the accountancy work. Clean, well-maintained records make the year-end process straightforward and reduce the risk of errors.

How much does an accountant cost for a limited company?

The cost of an accountant for a limited company depends on the level of support required. Some businesses only need annual company accounts and a corporation tax return, while others also require VAT returns, payroll and regular financial reviews.
At Specialist Accounting Solutions, services are provided through fixed monthly packages depending on the level of support required. This allows the work to be handled throughout the year while spreading the cost rather than facing one large bill at the end.

Monthly accounting packages for limited companies

Simple pricing structures for financial compliance, finance director support, business plans & more.

All businesses can benefit from support on their financial compliance so we have put together this one-stop shop of packages for small to medium businesses. Select the right plan for your business or call us to discuss your requirements in more detail.

Lite

From £150 +VAT per month
  • Corporation Tax Return
  • Annual Accounts
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Growth

From £325 +VAT per month
  • Corporation Tax Return
  • Annual Accounts
  • Payroll 10
  • Quarterly VAT
  • Quarterly Review Meeting
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Advance

From £525 +VAT per month
  • Corporation Tax Return
  • Annual Accounts
  • Payroll 20
  • Quarterly VAT
  • Quarterly Review Meeting
  • Annual Review Meeting
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Our prices are in GBP and exclude VAT. Specialist Accounting Solutions reserves the right prior to contract to assess the complexity of your business and requirements.

Additional accounting support for limited companies

Some companies require additional financial support beyond annual accounts and tax returns
Additional services available include:
Compliance

Financial forecasts and financial modelling

Often used when planning growth or raising finance.

From £2,500 +VAT per forecast

Compliance

Outsourced finance director support

Part-time finance director support for businesses needing senior financial oversight.

From £450 + VAT per half day

Compliance

Personal tax returns

Preparation of self-assessment tax returns for company directors.

From £300+VAT per return

Compliance

Payroll (1-9 employees)

Monthly payroll processing, including RTI submissions and payslips.

£45+VAT per month

How Specialist Accounting Solutions prepares company accounts and tax returns

We follow a structured process to ensure your company accounts and tax returns are prepared efficiently and reviewed thoroughly before submission.

1. Initial meeting

We start with a short meeting to understand the business and what the directors want to achieve.

2. Proposal and engagement

A proposal is issued outlining the services required. If accepted, the engagement letter is signed electronically.

3. Client onboarding

The onboarding process includes identification checks and access to the company’s accounting records.

4. Planning the work

We agree on the timetable for preparing the accounts and tax filings so that the work is completed well before deadlines.

5. Information request and initial numbers

A structured information request is sent outlining the records needed. We discuss the initial figures with you before preparing the draft.

6. Draft accounts and review

Draft accounts and tax computations are prepared and discussed with the directors before submission.
Once approved, the filings are submitted to Companies House and HMRC.

Frequently asked questions about accountants for limited companies

Not legally, no. But you are personally responsible for making sure the filings are correct and on time. If they are not, the penalties land with you, not your accountant. Most directors decide it is not worth the risk.
Yes, companies can change accountants at any time, and you do not need to wait for your year end. We will contact your previous accountant to get the records we need; you do not have to chase anyone.
Company accounts must be filed with Companies House within nine months of the company’s financial year end. The corporation tax return must be submitted to HMRC within twelve months, although the corporation tax itself is usually payable nine months and one day after the year end.
Companies House issues automatic penalties for late filing, starting at £150 for accounts filed up to one month late. The penalty increases depending on how late the accounts are submitted and can become significantly higher for repeated late filings.
Yes. Many limited companies use the same accountant to manage VAT returns, payroll and annual company accounts. Handling these together helps keep financial records consistent and reduces the risk of reporting errors. At SAS, we manage all of these services for our clients.
Limited companies must maintain accurate financial records, including bank transactions, invoices, receipts, payroll records and VAT records where applicable. These records form the basis of the company’s accounts and tax returns.

Making Tax Digital (MTD) is HMRC’s requirement to keep digital records and submit returns using compatible software. MTD for VAT has applied to all VAT-registered businesses since April 2022.

MTD for Income Tax (for sole traders and landlords) applies from 6 April 2026 if your qualifying income from self-employment and property is over £50,000, and from 6 April 2027 if it is over £30,000.

We use MTD-compatible software for clients as standard, so the digital record-keeping and filing requirements are handled as part of the service.

Most clients are up and running within one to two weeks of signing. If there are outstanding filings or historical records to work through, it may take a little longer, but we will tell you that at the outset.

Ready to get your accounts sorted?

If your accounts are always done at the last minute, or you are not confident everything is being handled correctly, get in touch.
If you need more than annual accounts, such as management accounts, cash flow forecasting, or a fractional finance director, you can find out more about our outsourced finance services.

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