Short answer
Expect roughly £500 to £1,500 plus VAT a year for accounts and a CT600 alone for a small company, or £89 to £289 a month plus VAT for a package covering accounts, tax, VAT, payroll and director Self Assessment.
Accounts & filing
How much does an accountant charge to prepare limited company accounts?
UK limited company accounts typically cost £500 to £1,500 a year standalone, or £89 to £289 a month in a full package.
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.
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Expect roughly £500 to £1,500 plus VAT a year for accounts and a CT600 alone for a small company, or £89 to £289 a month plus VAT for a package covering accounts, tax, VAT, payroll and director Self Assessment.
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What moves the price
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Comparing quotes honestly
What moves the price
Turnover and transaction volume, whether bookkeeping is done and reconciled, VAT registration and scheme, payroll headcount, the number of director tax returns, stock, foreign currency, and whether you want management accounts or advisory time through the year.
The single biggest variable is record quality. A reconciled Xero file costs a fraction of a shoebox of receipts, because the accounts work is the same but the bookkeeping is not.
Comparing quotes honestly
Ask what happens when you phone with a question, whether Self Assessment is included, whether payroll is per employee, whether the confirmation statement and its fee are covered, and what a catch-up costs if you fall behind. Those four exclusions account for most complaints about cheap fixed fees.
Our fees are published on the fees page so you can price the work before speaking to anyone, and basic tax advice is free* as part of the relationship.
Before you act
Rates, thresholds and deadlines quoted 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 an accountant charge to prepare limited company accounts?: questions directors ask
Is monthly or annual better?
Monthly for a trading company, because it spreads cost and includes support. Annual can suit a dormant or very simple company.
Do you charge for the first conversation?
No. Basic tax advice is free*. Technical work, computations and written advice are quoted before we start.
What does a dormant company cost?
A small annual fee, because the filing is minimal. Ask us for the current figure.
What records are needed for how much does an accountant charge to prepare limited company accounts?
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 an accountant charge to prepare limited company accounts 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 an accountant charge to prepare limited company accounts 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 an accountant charge to prepare limited company accounts 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 an accountant charge to prepare limited company accounts?
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 an accountant charge to prepare limited company accounts?
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.
Is this how much does an accountant charge to prepare limited company accounts guidance personal tax advice?
No. This page explains general UK rules and common accounting treatment. Your facts, contracts and wider tax position must be reviewed before you rely on a conclusion.
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Deadlines, thresholds and filing rules change. GOV.UK and Companies House publish the current statutory position; advice should then be applied to your company’s circumstances.