Business Start-Up

Starting a business is a really exciting time, but we know it is also a very busy time.

You will no doubt have your plans in place and the drive to succeed, but you may not be aware of all the financial aspects involved.

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We can help you throughout your journey, looking at:

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Forming your company – deciding your company type is important, our team will help decide whether a sole trader, partnership or limited company is best for you. We will consider and advise the taxes and liabilities you may owe before making this decision.
Make sure you are set-up and registered with HMRC for all the right things, such as VAT and Payroll.
Company secretarial duties such as appointing company directors, secretary and shareholders, issuing shares and assistance with registering your office address.

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Corporation tax

Every year, corporation tax rates and reliefs vary, so we make sure we can offer all the necessary assistance and advice when examining potential exemptions, allowances, and deductions. In order to make sure you are in compliance and avoid fines, we will carefully evaluate and produce corporate tax filings.

Self Assessment & Personal Tax Planning

We can help walk you through all aspects of personal taxation, we are aware that it can be challenging to grasp, therefore we support you every step of the way. By developing a tax planning approach that works for your tax situation and helps ensure you pay the least amount of tax, we eliminate the time and worry involved. Our staff will provide guidance on when payments are due in addition to what paperwork must be submitted in order to maintain compliance.

Capital gains tax

Whether you're considering investments, a second home, or another item, our staff can make sure you maximise your exemptions while demystifying the complex world of capital gains tax. We also offer a completely optional Tax Fee Protection Service in the event of a H M Revenue & Customs enquiry.

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Accounting

We provide friendly and reliable accounts preparation services for sole traders, partnerships, limited companies and limited liability partnerships.

Bookkeeping and VAT

VAT does not have to be hard work, we make it simple and ensure you don’t pay more than you need to.

Tax

Tax advice made easy and relevant to your business, no matter how complex.

Payroll

You provide the employee details and relevant pay for each period, and we do the rest.

Audit

Francis & Co are fully regulated to carry out Audit assignments and currently provide this service to clients of varying sizes.

Business Start-Up

Our team will work with you through every step of the way on starting up your new business.

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