CPA and UK accountants

How much does a UK accountant cost for an overseas-owned company?

Fixed monthly packages, not CPA-style hourly billing, are typical for UK small company accountants, starting at £89 plus VAT and rising with turnover and.

Short answer

UK small company accountants commonly charge fixed monthly fees rather than the hourly rates typical of a CPA. Our own published packages start at £89 plus VAT a month, rising through £169 plus VAT and £289 plus VAT as turnover and services increase.

Written and reviewed by Waqas Sagar Member of ICAEW, Fellow of ACCA, Fellow of AAT, a double graduate and entrepreneur at heart, helping startups grow and serving thousands of businesses nationwide with an excellent team. Published by LimitedCompany.Accountants, 12 London Road, Morden, London SM4 5BQ. Reviewed 12 September 2026 against 2026/27 UK rates and current Companies House and HMRC guidance.

What this means for your company

UK small company accountants commonly charge fixed monthly fees rather than the hourly rates typical of a CPA. Our own published packages start at £89 plus VAT a month, rising through £169 plus VAT and £289 plus VAT as turnover and services increase.

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Why fixed monthly pricing suits overseas owners

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What moves you between the £89, £169 and £289 tiers

Why fixed monthly pricing suits overseas owners

A fixed monthly fee covers annual accounts, corporation tax and the core compliance work in one predictable amount, which matters for an overseas owner budgeting in a different currency and wanting no surprise invoices for routine questions during the year.

This differs from the hourly billing many CPAs use in the US, where every call or query can generate a separate charge. A UK fixed-fee package is generally easier to plan around for a company managed remotely.

What moves you between the £89, £169 and £289 tiers

Our entry package at £89 plus VAT a month suits a straightforward small company with modest turnover and transaction volumes. As turnover, VAT registration, payroll headcount or bookkeeping complexity increase, the appropriate package moves to £169 plus VAT and then £289 plus VAT a month.

The right tier depends on your actual transaction volume and the services you need, such as VAT returns or payroll, rather than simply company size, so it is worth confirming which package fits before committing.

What this costs with us

Our fixed monthly packages for a UK limited company start at £89 plus VAT and run to £169 and £289 plus VAT as bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and reporting are added. One-off filings are sold at fixed prices, and the Companies House fees we pay for you are charged at cost with no VAT added. Overseas owners are quoted on exactly the same published prices as UK-resident clients.

Before you act

Rates, thresholds and deadlines here reflect the 2026/27 UK position and current Companies House and HMRC guidance. Check GOV.UK, or ask us, before relying on them for your own company.

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Frequently asked

How much does a UK accountant cost for an overseas-owned company?: questions directors ask

Do these packages include corporation tax filing?

Yes, annual accounts and corporation tax are core parts of the published packages.

Is VAT on top of the quoted price?

Yes, the £89, £169 and £289 figures are all plus VAT.

Can I move between tiers as my company grows?

Yes, the package is matched to your turnover and service needs and can be reviewed as these change.

What records are needed for how much does a uk accountant cost for an overseas-owned company?

Keep bank statements, sales and platform reports, purchase invoices, payroll records, VAT workings, finance agreements and Companies House correspondence. We confirm the exact list at onboarding and identify gaps before a filing deadline becomes urgent.

How much does help with how much does a uk accountant cost for an overseas-owned company cost?

The fee depends on transaction volume, record quality, VAT and payroll requirements, historic catch-up and the level of reporting needed. We agree a fixed scope and price before technical work starts, with published packages available on our fees page.

Can you take over how much does a uk accountant cost for an overseas-owned company from another accountant?

Yes. We request professional clearance, collect the prior records and authorities, check the next Companies House and HMRC deadlines, and give you one clear handover list. The process is normally completed remotely.

Can how much does a uk accountant cost for an overseas-owned company be handled online?

Yes. We work through secure cloud records, scheduled reviews and digital approvals, while keeping a named team available by phone, video call and email. Clients can also visit our Morden office by appointment.

Which accounting software works best for how much does a uk accountant cost for an overseas-owned company?

We regularly work with Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Sage and connected sales or expense apps. The right setup depends on transaction volume, integrations and the reports you need, not simply the software brand.

What tax deadlines matter for how much does a uk accountant cost for an overseas-owned company?

The relevant calendar may include annual accounts, Corporation Tax payment and return dates, confirmation statements, VAT returns, payroll submissions and Self Assessment. We map the dates from your company year end and registrations.

Can I get free basic tax advice about how much does a uk accountant cost for an overseas-owned company?

Yes. You can ask a straightforward initial question without charge. Calculations, filings, written advice, planning and HMRC correspondence are scoped and quoted before work begins.

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