At Melanie Curtis Accountants, we’ll help you grow your limited company
As an expert limited company accountant, we’ll naturally prepare your annual accounts as soon after year-end as possible for your peace of mind. But we will go further than just tax compliance. We will keep you in the loop, break down the numbers in a way that makes sense, and help you make smart financial choices to grow your business.
Want to know more about how our experienced and friendly team of company accountants can assist you in managing and growing your business? Contact us today to find out more.
What is a limited company?
A limited company is a business structure that is a separate legal entity from its shareholders and directors.
There are different types of limited companies in the UK; these are:
- Private company limited by shares (Ltd).
- Private company limited by guarantee.
- Limited Liability Partnership (LLP).
- Public Limited Company (PLC).
Below are just some of the benefits of operating as a limited company.
Limited companies are legal entities separate from their owners/shareholders/directors. This means everything is legally and financially separate to protect shareholders and their personal assets from debt, losses, and legal claims incurred by the company.
One of the great things about operating as a limited company is the potential to be more tax-efficient. Instead of paying income tax on all your earnings like a sole trader, your company pays corporation tax on its profits, often at a lower rate. What’s more, a limited company director can pay themselves in the most tax-efficient way, with a combination of salary and dividends.
Along with the tax advantages, limited company status can also boost credibility and prestige, leading to better business opportunities.
Contact us today for tax advice on corporation tax, income tax, and overall tax efficiency.
Benefits of having a limited company accountant
Our goal at Melanie Curtis Accountants is to give you peace of mind, answer all your financial queries, ensure you never miss a tax deadline, and empower you with real-time financial information to make better business decisions.
Our specialist limited company accountancy services can:
- Fulfil all statutory accounts and tax requirements, such as completing and filing your corporation tax return, company accounts, confirmation statement, and self-assessment tax returns.
- Save you and your company money by helping you reduce your corporation tax liability and personal tax bill.
- Help you understand your financial statements and assess your business performance.
- Save you time when dealing with HMRC and Companies House.
- Provide secure online accounting software that will give you real-time information on cash flow, company profits, debtors, and business debts and ensure you comply with HMRC’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements.
How we’ll handle your limited company accounts
We know how busy running a company can be and how hard it is to stay on top of filing deadlines and legal responsibilities. At Melanie Curtis Accountants, we aim to take the stress, uncertainty and confusion out of producing and filing your limited company accounts.
Many accountancy firms view limited company accounts as a process-driven compliance service, but we’re different. We believe that producing your accounts is the ideal time to learn more about your business, offer advice, and explain things you may not understand in plain English.
Even before your accounting period year-end, we’ll be in touch to advise you on ways to improve your business’s tax efficiency. We’ll ensure you deduct all the costs of running your company and utilise any tax reliefs available to minimise your tax bill.
When you reach your accounting period year-end, we will make sure that the turnaround time for preparing your year-end accounts is as speedy as possible. This ensures you know your tax liabilities sooner and can drive business decisions using the most accurate and up-to-date company account information.
We will contact you regularly throughout the year and send reminders about key filing deadlines and payments. If you have a burning question or are worried about something, we are always available. We will return your call within 24 hours, and our team will offer genuine support and answers to all your questions.
Company formation and filing with Companies House
Starting a new business venture is exciting but scary for many people. The quickest and easiest way to incorporate a limited company and ensure it’s set up correctly from day one is to use an accountant like us. We can save you time and the worry of filling out forms to register a new limited company and all the filing requirements that running a limited company entails.
Annual accounts
Limited companies must prepare annual accounts each year, reporting their financial performance and position. The accounts are filed with Companies House and used to calculate the company’s tax bill. The process is often complex and time-consuming, so the help of a dedicated accountant can be very valuable.
Bookkeeping and VAT
Our bookkeeping and VAT services are more than just a tick-box exercise for HMRC. Good bookkeeping forms the foundation for your yearly compliance requirements and will help you gain clarity and confidence, making hard decisions far more manageable.
Payroll
We can reduce the headache of payroll by handling RTI compliance, National Insurance Contributions (NIC), and payroll complexities such as pensions, holiday pay, maternity and paternity pay and employee benefits so your payroll runs smoothly.
Company tax return
Knowing your company’s tax liabilities as soon as possible is essential to ensuring you meet your legal obligations and accurately know your business’s financial situation. Our expert team will handle everything from calculating your Corporation Tax bill to filing your return on time.
Management accounts
Management accounts come with a whole raft of benefits that can help you grow your business. The information provided by regular management accounts can help with proactive tax planning, assist you in making faster, more effective business decisions, and take steps to improve profits and control costs.
Business growth advisory
Whether you are a new or more experienced business owner, the idea of what the next stage of growth will look like can be daunting. But with the right support and advice, a great plan, sound financial information, and an accountant who understands business growth, the whole process can be rewarding and fun.
For expert limited company accounting, choose Melanie Curtis
Whether you’re a small business starting out or a more established company needing advice, we can help.
Hiring an accountant isn’t just about managing your books. It’s about having a trusted advisor to help you navigate financial and business challenges.
We’re specialist limited company accountants here to offer peace of mind, ensure compliance, and provide strategic advice, allowing you to focus on growing your business.
Get in touch for a friendly chat to discuss your needs, and we’ll find a solution that works for you.
