VAT Returns
Accurate, Making Tax Digital compliant VAT returns prepared and filed on time, every quarter.
About our VAT service
VAT can be one of the more complex areas of running a business, with different schemes, rates and Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements to navigate. We prepare and submit your VAT returns using MTD-compatible software, check you're on the most suitable scheme for your business, and make sure your figures are accurate before anything is filed with HMRC.
How our VAT process works
Send your sales and purchase records
We collect your invoices and transaction data via your accounting software or directly from you.
Review and prepare
We check VAT treatment on each transaction, apply the correct scheme, and prepare your return.
File with HMRC
We submit your VAT return via MTD-compatible software and confirm what is owed or due back to you.
Common questions about vat
Do I need to register for VAT?
Registration is required once your taxable turnover exceeds the current threshold, though voluntary registration can sometimes be beneficial even below it. We can help you decide.
What is Making Tax Digital (MTD) for VAT?
MTD requires VAT-registered businesses to keep digital records and submit returns using compatible software, which we handle for you as part of this service.
Which VAT scheme is right for my business?
It depends on your turnover, sector and cash flow — common options include standard, flat rate, and cash accounting schemes. We will recommend the best fit.
How often are VAT returns due?
Most businesses file quarterly, though monthly or annual schemes are available in certain circumstances.
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