SERVICES

Bookkeeping Services

Keep your books accurate, organised, and stress-free with Ant Accountant.

We provide professional bookkeeping services designed for sole traders and small businesses who want reliable, up-to-date financial records without the hassle.

Our bookkeeping service includes:

  • Recording all income and expenses
  • Bank and credit card reconciliations
  • Tracking invoices, receipts, and payments
  • Maintaining customer and supplier ledgers
  • Preparing monthly or quarterly reports
  • Ensuring VAT records are accurate and MTD-compliant
  • Liaising with your accountant for year-end accounts

We work with Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks, making your bookkeeping digital, efficient, and fully compliant with HMRC requirements.

With Ant Accountant, you’ll always know where your business stands — saving time, avoiding errors, and keeping your finances ready for growth.

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VAT Returns

Staying compliant with VAT can be complex — but with Ant Accountant, it’s made simple and stress-free.

We help sole traders and limited companies manage every aspect of VAT registration, reporting, and filing — ensuring you meet HMRC deadlines accurately and on time.

Our VAT service includes:

  • VAT registration and deregistration support
  • Preparation and submission of VAT returns under Making Tax Digital (MTD)
  • Review of transactions to ensure correct VAT treatment
  • Handling of Flat Rate, Standard, and Cash Accounting Schemes
  • Guidance on partial exemption and import/export VAT
  • Review of VAT errors, overpayments, and reclaim opportunitie.
  • Communication with HMRC on your behalf

We work with Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks to keep your VAT fully digital and compliant. Whether you’re filing quarterly, annually, or for the first time, we’ll make sure everything runs smoothly — so you can focus on running your business with confidence.

Payroll Services

Running payroll shouldn’t be a headache. Our payroll service takes care of everything — from calculating salaries and deductions to submitting reports and ensuring compliance with HMRC and pension regulations.

We handle:

  • Weekly or monthly payroll processing
  • Payslips for all employees
  • RTI submissions to HMRC
  • Starters and leavers
  • Statutory payments (sick pay, maternity, paternity, etc.)
  • Auto-enrolment pension setup and management
  • CIS payroll for contractors and subcontractors
  • Year-end reports: P60, P45, and P11D forms

Accurate, secure, and always on time — so you can focus on your team while we take care of the details.

Yesr-End Accounts

Year-end accounting is the process of reviewing and finalising your financial records at the end of your financial year. It ensures that your accounts accurately reflect your business activity and meet legal and tax requirements.
It’s a key step for both limited companies and sole traders to assess performance, calculate tax liabilities, and stay compliant.

We prepare your annual accounts with accuracy and care, ensuring everything is compliant and ready for submission to HMRC and Companies House.

For Limited Companies

Every company must prepare statutory accounts at the end of its financial year, based on accurate bookkeeping records. These accounts are submitted to Companies House and HMRC.

Our service includes:

  • Preparation of statutory year-end financial statements (profit & loss, balance sheet, and notes)
  • Adjustments for accruals, prepayments, and depreciation
  • Corporation tax computation and CT600 submission
  • Filing of accounts with Companies House
  • Director’s remuneration and dividend review
  • Review meeting to explain results and answer questions

Requirements:

  • Full bookkeeping records for the financial year
  • Bank statements, invoices, and receipts
  • Details of fixed assets, loans, and liabilities
  • Payroll and VAT records (if applicable)

For Sole Traders

Sole traders don’t need to file statutory accounts, but they must prepare year-end accounts to calculate profits and complete their Self-Assessment Tax Return.

Our service includes:

  • Preparation of a profit and loss statement
  • Review of income, expenses, and business use of personal assets
  • Calculation of allowable expenses and adjustments
  • Preparation of figures for self-assessment submission
  • Advice on improving record-keeping and tax efficiency

Requirements:

  • Income and expense records
  • Business bank statements or transaction summaries
  • Receipts, mileage logs, and home-use calculations (if applicable)

For Partnerships and LLPs

Partnerships and Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs) must prepare year-end accounts to show each partner’s share of profits or losses and to meet HMRC and (for LLPs) Companies House requirements. Accurate accounts ensure transparency between partners and support each partner’s individual Self-Assessment Tax Return.

Our service includes:

  • Preparation of annual profit and loss statement and balance sheet
  • Allocation of profits and losses between partners
  • Preparation of the annual partnership tax return (SA800)
  • Supporting each partner with figures for their individual Self-Assessment returns
  • Adjustments for drawings, capital introduced, and partner loans
  • Review of business performance and advice on improving financial efficiency
  • Filing of statutory accounts for LLPs with Companies House

Requirements:

  • Complete bookkeeping records for the year
  • Details of partner drawings and capital contributions
  • Business bank statements, invoices, and receipts
  • Payroll and VAT information (if applicable)

Corporation tax

Corporation tax is a legal requirement for all limited companies and must be calculated and submitted accurately each year to HMRC. Proper planning and precise reporting ensure your business pays only what it owes — no more, no less.

Our corporation tax service takes care of everything from start to submission, ensuring your company stays compliant and avoids late filing penalties.

Our service includes:

  • Preparing corporation tax computations based on your year-end accounts
  • Completing and filing CT600 returns with HMRC
  • Reviewing allowable expenses and reliefs to reduce tax liabilities
  • Applying capital allowances and other tax-efficient adjustments
  • Checking for loss reliefs and group relief claims (where applicable)
  • Advising on directors’ remuneration, dividends, and tax planning opportunities
  • Handling correspondence or queries from HMRC

Requirements:

  • Finalised year-end accounts
  • Bank statements, invoices, and receipts for the accounting period
  • Details of fixed assets, loans, and any other business transactions

With accurate preparation and timely filing, you’ll stay compliant with HMRC and gain a clearer understanding of your company’s true tax position.

Who Needs Corporation Tax Services?

Corporation tax applies to most incorporated businesses operating in the UK. If your company earns profit, it must file a corporation tax return — even if you don’t withdraw any money.

You’ll need this service if you are:

  • A Limited Company – Required by law to submit annual CT600 returns to HMRC.
  • A New Business Owner or Director – Needing help registering for corporation tax and understanding your first-year deadlines.
  • A Dormant Company – Required to file a nil return or notify HMRC of your non-trading status.
  • A Company with Multiple Income Sources – Including trading, investments, or property income.
  • A Growing Business – Looking to optimise pay, dividends, and allowable expenses.
  • A Business Changing Structure – Moving from sole trader to limited company or merging with another entity.

Accurate corporation tax preparation helps your company stay compliant, minimise liabilities, and plan effectively for the year ahead.

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Why Choose Me for Your Corporation Tax

  1. Accuracy and Compliance
  2. Personal, One-to-One Suppor
  3. Tax Efficiency
  4. Experience with Different Business Structures
  5. Peace of Mind

I ensure your company stays fully compliant while paying only the tax it truly owes. You’ll get accurate CT600 filings, personal guidance, and proactive advice on allowances and reliefs — all delivered with clear communication and attention to detail

Self-Assessment Tax Returns

Completing a self-assessment tax return can be stressful and time-consuming — especially when you’re managing your own business. We take the hassle out of the process by preparing, reviewing, and submitting your tax return accurately and on time.

What’s Included

  • Preparation of your annual self-assessment tax return

  • Calculation of income tax and National Insurance contributions

  • Review of allowable business expenses and deductions

  • Inclusion of income from employment, self-employment, dividends, property, and savings

  • Calculation of payments on account and balancing payments

  • Filing your return to HMRC and confirming your liability or refund

  • Support with HMRC correspondence and compliance checks

Who Needs to File a Self-Assessment Tax Return

You’ll need to complete a self-assessment if you are:

  • Self-employed or a sole trader earning more than £1,000 a year

  • A company director receiving income outside PAYE

  • A landlord earning rental income

  • A partner in a business partnership

  • An individual earning dividends, interest, or investment income

  • Receiving foreign income or taxable capital gains

  • Claiming child benefits while earning above the threshold

Requirements

To prepare your tax return, you’ll need:

  • Income and expense records

  • P60, P45, or payslips (if employed)

  • Dividend vouchers or statements

  • Rental income and expense details (if applicable)

  • Bank interest certificates and pension contributions

  • Any other income documentation

Management Accounts

Management accounts provide ongoing financial insight — giving business owners a clear view of profits, cash flow, and performance throughout the year.
They’re essential for making informed decisions and staying in control of your finances — not just at year-end.

For Limited Companies

Regular management accounts help directors understand how their company is performing and meet responsibilities under the Companies Act.

What’s included:

  • Monthly or quarterly management reports (profit & loss, balance sheet, cash flow)
  • Analysis of business performance and key ratios (margins, turnover, costs)
  • Comparison of actual results against budgets or forecasts
  • Highlighting areas where spending can be reduced or efficiency improved
  • Review of director’s pay, dividends, and tax efficiency
  • Cash flow monitoring and future projections
  • Summary reports tailored for directors or investors
  • Assistance preparing for board meetings or loan applications

Benefits:

  • Clear, up-to-date financial overview
  • Better control of cash flow and profitability
  • Early identification of issues before year-end
  • Informed decision-making for business growth

For Sole Traders

For sole traders, management accounts provide visibility on how the business is performing month by month — helping you stay organised, plan for tax bills, and manage income more efficiently.

What’s included:

  • Monthly or quarterly profit and loss statements
  • Review of income and expense categories to track trends
  • Monitoring business cash flow and upcoming obligations
  • Estimation of tax liabilities to plan ahead
  • Advice on pricing, cost control, and profitability improvement
  • Reports tailored for loan, mortgage, or grant applications

Benefits:

  • No year-end surprises — know how much tax to expect
  • Improved budgeting and spending control
  • Confidence when applying for funding or investment
  • Better understanding of business growth opportunities

Company Formation & Support

Starting a new business can feel overwhelming, but setting it up correctly from the start saves time, money, and future stress.
This service helps you register your company, understand your responsibilities, and stay fully compliant with HMRC and Companies House requirements.

What’s Included

  • Company Registration: Setting up your limited company with Companies House.
  • Registered Office Address: Option to use a professional address for official correspondence.
  • Shareholder & Director Setup: Preparing initial share structure and company officers’ details.
  • HMRC Registration: Registering your company for Corporation Tax, VAT, and PAYE (if required).
  • Company Secretarial Support: Maintaining statutory records, confirmation statements, and director updates.
  • Bank and Software Setup Guidance: Helping you open a business bank account and organise digital recordkeeping.
  • Post-Formation Support: Explaining your filing deadlines, tax obligations, and how to keep compliant all year round.

Who Needs This Service

  • Entrepreneurs starting a new limited company
  • Sole traders ready to take the next step and incorporate
  • Business owners wanting guidance on shareholder or director changes
  • Companies that need help maintaining their statutory records and filings

With professional setup and ongoing support, your company will be built on a solid foundation — ready to trade confidently and grow without compliance worries.