Limited company accountants for small businesses
Give your business access to dedicated limited company accountants to keep your annual accounts, Corporation Tax and director tax planning on track. Avoid anything being missed and your company can continue to grow.
Running a limited company comes with a series of financial obligations that sole traders and partnerships don’t have. These include:
- Annual accounts filed with Companies House
- Corporation Tax returns filed with HMRC
- Director-related decisions on how you take money out of the business.
At Tax Driven Accountants, you’ll have peace of mind that all this is handled on your behalf, with us managing the whole process through our team of qualified experienced small business accountants for limited companies.
What our accountancy service offers
An accountant for your limited company will manage the compliance and planning work behind your company’s accounts and tax position.
As part of our complete business accounts and tax services, our day-to-day support includes:
Preparing and filing your annual (statutory) accounts with Companies House
Completing and filing your Corporation Tax return (CT600) with HMRC
Advising on dividends and salary payments, so you take money out of the company as tax-efficiently as the UK tax laws allow
Advising on allowances, tax reliefs and deductions available to your limited company
Keeping your accounting records and systems up to date and HMRC investigation-ready
Managing correspondence with HMRC and Companies House on your behalf, including any queries they may have with your business.
As your limited company accountants, we can also manage wider bookkeeping and payroll for your directors and employees. In these situations, your day-to-day records, staff costs and tax position all stay reconciled by us in one place, meaning you don’t need to track them separately.
Where relevant, our VAT accountants and Making Tax Digital (MTD) support can also sit alongside your limited company accounting service.
Not yet set up your limited company?
If your business hasn’t been incorporated yet, our company formation page will provide additional guidance and support to help you register your company, choose your share structure and set up your tax position and company correctly.
Let’s get you set up the right way from day one.
Annual accounts and Companies House filing for a limited company
Every limited company must file annual accounts with Companies House, regardless of if the company is trading, dormant, or has made a profit or loss.
Missing the deadline for these filings results in an automatic penalty that increases the longer accounts remain outstanding.
As your limited company accountants, we’ll handle:
- Preparing accounts from your bookkeeping records and supporting documents
- Filing accounts with Companies House ahead of the statutory deadline
- Filing your Confirmation Statement, confirming your company’s registered details are correct and up to date
- Flagging any changes to directors, shareholders or your registered office that need to be reported.
Guidance for this can be found on the official government website, or you can get in touch with us today for more personalised support.
Corporation Tax returns for limited companies
Alongside annual accounts, your company must also file a Corporation Tax return (CT600 form) with HMRC and pay any Corporation Tax due. The filing deadline and the payment deadline fall at different points throughout the year, payment is due 9 months and 1 day after year-end, while the CT600 return is due 12 months after year-end. Missing either can trigger penalties and interest.
(Note: In April 2026, the penalty was doubled by HRMC from £100 to £200 for late filings of Corporation Tax.)
We’ll manage this on your behalf by doing the following:
- Preparing your Corporation Tax computation from your annual accounts
- Filing your CT600 return with HMRC within the statutory deadline
- Confirming exactly what’s due and when, so payment is never a last-minute scramble
- Advising on tax reliefs and allowances that reduce your Corporation Tax bill where they apply.
Dividends versus salary for tax-efficient director pay
How you pay yourself as the director of a limited company will make a difference for your overall tax position. Many directors take a combination of a small salary followed by dividends, though the best solution for your individual tax position will depend on several factors:
- Company profitability and Corporation Tax
- Other income streams
- Personal circumstances (such as other taxable income streams, student loan repayments, child benefit entitlement, or personal tax allowances that could push you into higher tax brackets.
To ensure your pay remains as tax efficient as possible within the rules of UK tax laws, we’ll review your position each year. This allows your pay structure to reflect a more accurate view on how your company is performing.
Remember, directors drawing dividends will also need to declare this income via a personal Self Assessment tax return.
Why choose Tax Driven Accountants as your limited company accountants
With 15 bricks-and-mortar offices and over 25 virtual accountants positioned across the UK, there’s a Tax Driven team offering limited company accounting support near you, or fully remote if that suits you better.
How we work with limited companies for their accounting
Fees are fixed and agreed upfront, so you’ll have clarity on what our services will cost. Your annual accounts, Corporation Tax return and ongoing support will be broken down into a digestible quote that is approved by you ahead of any work, with no surprise bills.
Get started with our limited company accountants today
If you’ve just incorporated or you’re switching from another accountant, we’ll manage your annual accounts, Corporation Tax and ongoing compliance from whatever position your business is in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a limited company accountant do?
Limited company accountants will prepare and file your annual accounts and Corporation Tax return, advises on tax-efficient director pay, and manage your company’s ongoing compliance with HMRC and Companies House.
How much does a limited company accountant cost?
Accountancy fees depend on the size and operational requirements of your business. A straightforward single-director company requires a lower level of compliance support than a multi-director firm requiring integrated payroll and VAT services. Contact us for a fixed-fee quote tailored to your specific setup.
Is it worth paying for a limited company accountant?
For most directors, yes, as limited company accountants will reduce the risk of missed deadlines and penalties and typically identify allowances or a pay structure that saves more than the fee costs.
What's the difference between salary and dividends for a director?
Salary is paid through payroll and counts as an allowable business expense, whereas dividends are paid from company profits after Corporation Tax and are taxed differently in the hands of the director. Most directors use a mix of both, balanced to their circumstances.
Do I need an accountant for my limited company?
It isn’t a legal requirement, but limited companies have more filing obligations than sole traders, and the penalties for getting them wrong are higher. Most directors find an accountant pays for itself in time saved and tax planned for correctly.
Can I do my own limited company accounts?
You can, but statutory accounts and CT600 tax returns must meet strict iXBRL digital formatting standards and statutory filing deadlines. Because HMRC and Companies House require digital software submissions rather than standard PDFs or paper forms, mistakes can be difficult and costly to rectify. While many directors handle day-to-day bookkeeping themselves, they rely on an accountant for annual statutory accounts and tax returns.
Do you have a different question?
We’re happy to answer any questions you may have about Tax Driven Accountants and our services. To get in touch, please use the link below and send us a message via our contact page.