Compliance

VAT returns

VAT registration, scheme choice and quarterly Making Tax Digital returns for limited companies.

Regulated and qualified through ICAEW, ACCA and AAT memberships held across our team

What this means for your company

VAT registration, scheme choice and quarterly Making Tax Digital returns for limited companies. We work with technology, SaaS, e-commerce, marketplace and online businesses trading as UK limited companies, from first-year micro-entities in Croydon and Morden to funded teams in central London, with a fixed scope and fee agreed before anything starts.

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Registration threshold monitoring

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Scheme comparison: standard, cash accounting, flat rate

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Quarterly VAT return preparation and MTD submission

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Checks on partial exemption, reverse charge and imports

What the service covers

VAT registration, scheme choice and quarterly Making Tax Digital returns for limited companies.

• Registration threshold monitoring

• Scheme comparison: standard, cash accounting, flat rate

• Quarterly VAT return preparation and MTD submission

• Checks on partial exemption, reverse charge and imports

The rules that shape this work

You must register for VAT when taxable turnover exceeds £90,000 in any rolling 12 months, or if you expect to exceed it in the next 30 days alone. Deregistration is possible below £88,000.

Returns are normally quarterly, filed and paid one month and seven days after the quarter end. Late submission points accrue under the points-based penalty regime, with a £200 penalty once the threshold is reached, plus separate late payment penalties and interest.

Thresholds, rates and deadlines quoted here reflect the 2026/27 UK position. Check current GOV.UK guidance, or ask us, before you rely on them for your own company.

How we run it

We start by looking at the last filed accounts, your current records and your filing dates, then confirm a fixed scope and fee in writing.

Once the work is live you get reminders ahead of each deadline, a named person to ask questions, and a plain-English summary when the figures are ready, not a PDF with no explanation.

Frequently asked

VAT returns: questions directors ask

Should my company register for VAT voluntarily?

It helps if your customers are VAT-registered businesses and you incur input VAT. It hurts if you sell to consumers, because your prices effectively rise by up to 20%.

Is the flat rate scheme still worth it?

Sometimes, for service companies with very few costs. The limited cost trader rate of 16.5% removes most of the benefit where goods spend is low, so it needs checking with your actual numbers.

What records are needed for vat returns?

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 vat returns 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 vat returns 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 vat returns 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 vat returns?

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 vat returns?

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 vat returns?

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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What Our Clients Say

Rated 4.9 out of 5From 302 Google reviews
I've been working with Accotax since January 2024, and their support has grown alongside my business needs. My personal allocated manager, Umer, provides tailored services for both of my companies, adapting as I expand and ensuring everything runs smoothly. They are responsive, knowledgeable, and always clear in their communication. Their help with accounts, VAT, payrolls, pensions and compliance gives me real confidence and peace of mind.
Зайтуна «Анонимная татарка» Manning · Two limited companies, VAT, payroll & pensions
We worked with a few different accountants before finally settling with Accotax, and we're really glad we did. They take the time to understand how our business works and what our needs are. Anum, who looks after our account on a day-to-day basis, including reconciling invoices and preparing the annual accounts, is amazing, professional, efficient, and follows the processes we have put in place together. Accotax has made our accounting experience much smoother and easier. We see them as a long-term partner as our business continues to grow. I would 100% recommend them.
Mael Leboucher · Year end accounts & bookkeeping
Accotax have been our accountants for many years now. We maintained them because of their professionalism. In the last couple of years I have been working with Imran, who has been very professional and helpful in guiding us through the whole process, explaining and clarifying every aspect of it. Very prompt in responding to questions and patient with us even when we seem to be slow.
Mansur Liman · Long-standing company client
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