SERVICES

A] Business start-up
Bring us your business ideas and we will help you to make them a reality...

Many individuals starting up in business do so because they have a good business proposition and the enterprise and commitment to see it through. However, the legal and financial aspects of running a business often appear daunting. It is good to know that you do not need to be an expert in these fields to succeed in business. It is advisable that you do need the support of a team of trained experts, who can help you unravel the complexities of the tax and accounting world.

Bring to us your business ideas and we will help you to make them a reality!
We will help you to:

  • Decide on the most suitable structure for your business - sole trader, partnership, limited liability partnership or limited company
  • Prepare a business plan, cash flow projections, budgets, and trading forecasts
  • Assess the finance requirements, advise on the best sources of finance and draw up the necessary proposals
  • Complete any registration procedures with Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and Inland Revenue Services
  • Deal with company secretarial issues
  • Keep on top of your bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and other accounting requirements
  • Meet your responsibilities in all aspects of business compliance and administration
  • Set up your business and draw down your funds in the most tax efficient way

 

B] Compliance services
Supporting all aspects of your businesses tax and accounting as required by statutory bodies and other users of accounts...

We offer the full range of compliance services for all types of individuals and businesses – including companies, charities, partnerships and sole traders. We ensure that accounts are prepared in the correct format and filed on time. We undertake auditing and assurance work of charity and company accounts. We prepare tax returns for companies, partnerships, individuals and trusts. We can offer a payroll service to your business and we carry out a full range of company secretarial work.

All compliance services for the self employed, companies, partnerships and charities are all fully covered by our experienced team, leaving you more time to concentrate on other areas of your business. In short, we will make sure everything is in the right format, in the right place at the right time.

Our range of compliance services includes:

  • Annual accounts
  • Tax returns
  • Company secretarial services
  • Company formation
  • Statutory Audit
  • Payroll procedures
  • Grant claims

 

C] Taxation
Working closely with you to plan your financial affairs in a tax efficient way...

As tax advisers, our objective is to work closely with you to ensure you pay the minimum tax required by law. We will help you to understand the tax implications of your actions, in order that you can plan ahead and conduct your affairs in a tax efficient way.

C.1] Corporation Tax services
Under Corporation Tax Self Assessment the legal responsibility for correctly calculating the corporation tax liability falls on business owners. We understand the issues facing owner-managed businesses and can prepare tax returns in a timely and efficient manner. We will also calculate your company's tax liability and assist with the calculation of any quarterly instalment payments.

Effective corporate tax planning can also result in significant improvements in your bottom line.

C.1] Personal Tax (including sole-traders and partnerships)
We are specialists in income tax, and capital gains tax.

C.3] Personal Tax Planning
Everyone who is subject to taxation needs professional advice and support if they are to optimise their tax position and ensure they meet the compliance requirements. Our specialist tax team can provide you with year-round advice on all aspects of personal taxation.

C.4] VAT
Ever changing regulations and the growing demands of HM Revenue & Customs mean VAT compliance can be a difficult administrative process. We can help to ensure that you comply with the regulations and that overpayments are not made. To help you manage this complex area, we provide an efficient, cost-effective VAT service, which includes:

  • Assistance with VAT registration
  • Advice on VAT planning and administration
  • Use of the most appropriate scheme
  • VAT control and reconciliation
  • Help with completing VAT returns
  • Planning to minimise future problems with FIRS &
  • Negotiating with FIRS in disputes.

C.5] IRS or FIRS Investigations
Being the subject of a tax investigation by the FIRS can be a stressful and worrying experience and tax investigations have become more frequent. We have a wealth of experience in dealing with FIRS investigations, whether they are enquiries into an individual's Tax Return under the Self Assessment regime, enquiries into the Corporation Tax return, or more detailed enquiries or employer-related investigations into VAT and PAYE compliance. If you are the subject of an investigation, we can provide expert help and support.

D] Support services
Helping your business to grow and increase profitability...

The combination of your business knowledge and our support services will help your business to grow and increase profitability.

E] Ad hoc advice
We are here to help with your questions and problems in all aspects of finance and tax. We pride ourselves on our prompt responses to your communications.

F] Management information
Regular management information is vital to the continued success of any business. We work closely with you to get to know your business so we can make suggestions to help to develop and grow your business. We can prepare your monthly or quarterly management accounts to ensure you always have reliable and accurate information on which to base your business decisions.

G] Payroll
Running a payroll can be time consuming and complicated and divert resources from the core activities of your business. We can address this by installing payroll software and training your staff. Outsourcing this activity also helps relieve the pressure and we can offer cost-effective solutions.

H] Bookkeeping
We can help you with your general bookkeeping requirements, either at your office or at in-house. You may require help to keep your accounting records, or need us to add the finishing touches to information on bookkeeping systems in order to create your own management information. If you do not employ a bookkeeper then we can take up the role or help you recruit the right person for your business.

I] Business planning & forecasts
Every business should plan ahead to ensure success but daily business pressures often conspire to delay the strategic planning process. Financial forecasts are a crucial part of any business plan and we will ensure these are both meaningful and robust.

J] Liaising with Banks & institutions
We offer support when liaising with banks and other financial institutions. Drawing on our wealth of experience we can support our clients through this often daunting experience.