VAT Returns Service
VAT Returns Explained
A Value Added Tax Return (VAT Return) calculates how much VAT a company should pay or expect to recover from HMRC. VAT is a consumption tax on goods and services that is levied at each point of the supply chain where value is added, from the initial production to point of sale.
Your business must register for VAT if your VAT taxable turnover exceeds the VAT threshold which was £85,000 before 1st April 2024 and is £90,000 after 1st April 2024.
In most cases, VAT Returns and accompanying payments must be made quarterly to HMRC. When starting and running a business, it’s important to understand the different taxes that may apply to you.
Here at CloudAccountant.co.uk, our dedicated team of chartered accountants have been helping businesses with their VAT Returns for over ten years. We’re partners of leading accountancy software providers including Xero, FreeAgent, Link My Books, A2X and Dext.
Whatever your accountancy needs, big or small, we’re here to help.
VAT Returns Services
The completion of VAT Returns is one of the services we can provide as part of a tailored accountancy solution. Our team of accountants, supported by an ecosystem of accountancy software, can:
- Assist in determining if your business needs to be VAT registered.
- Process and submit VAT registration applications on behalf of the business.
- Identify and explain suitable VAT schemes that the business qualifies for.
- Accurately calculate, prepare, and submit VAT returns to HMRC.
- Review your transactions to ensure the correct VAT is being charged and reclaimed.
- Ensure compliance with all HMRC regulations regarding VAT.
- Complete timely submission of your VAT returns to avoid penalties or fines.
The benefits of outsourced VAT returns services
By choosing us to handle your VAT Returns, you’ll be choosing a team of professionals who are well-versed in UK tax laws and regulations, ensuring that your returns are accurate and compliant.
Eliminating errors
If you file a late VAT Return (including nil payments), you can risk incurring penalty points. For each return that is submitted late, you will receive a penalty point until the penalty point threshold is met.
If the threshold is met, you’ll receive a £200 penalty. You will also incur a further £200 penalty for each subsequent late submissions while you’re at the threshold.
In addition to this, HMRC will charge you late payment interest on any overdue VAT payments. The late payment interest is charged on the amount you owe from the first day payment is overdue, to the day you pay it in full.
Choosing to partner with an accountancy practice like ours can help you avoid costly errors, penalties and interest charges that may arise from incorrect or late filings.
Save yourself time
If you choose to handle VAT Returns yourself, like any accountancy process, it can be time-consuming and requires careful attention to detail to be compliant with regulations.
By outsourcing your VAT Returns, you will be saving time and resources that would otherwise be spent on training yourself/inhouse staff on how to navigate what can be complex VAT rules and regulations.
Peace of mind
We understand that owning and running a business can be complex and presents many challenges. Having us on your side to help manage the accounting aspect of your business, including the correct filing of VAT Returns, means having one less thing to worry about.
You’ll get peace of mind that all the ‘i’s are dotted, the ‘t’s’ are crossed and importantly, as an FCSA accredited member, that all compliance requirements are met.
Identify all opportunities
We will be able to identify any opportunities and VAT schemes that may help your business save money. With lots of things to think about when running a business, it can be easy to miss opportunities. We are experts when it comes to all-things accounting, and we can ensure that everything you’re entitled to, you will receive. The best part is that you won’t have to worry about your VAT Returns being noncompliant.
Why choose CloudAccountant.co.uk for your VAT Returns?
From the banks of the river Bollin in the leafy Cheshire town of Wilmslow, we provide expert accountancy support to businesses up and down the country.
We understand that no two businesses are the same and that there is no one-size-fits all solution, which is why we offer custom-built accountancy solutions for contract workers, small and medium sized businesses, online sellers and recruitment agencies. The type of services we offer alongside VAT Returns include:
- VAT registration
- Incorporation of a limited company
- Registered office address services
- Confirmation statement filings
- Self Assessment Tax Returns
- PAYE Registration
- Monthly payroll with RTI filings
- P11D submissions
- Annual statutory accounts preparation and submission
- Corporation tax return preparation and submission
- Leading accountancy software, including consultation and training
- Tax planning advice to ensure tax efficiency
For a more extensive list of services, you can view our different packages based on your circumstance below.
Small to Medium Sized Businesses
Online Sellers
Contractors
Recruitment Businesses
Our other services
Cloud-based accounting services
Account management services
Self Assessments
CIS Tax Returns
Payroll services
Get in touch!
Need more information about VAT Returns or any of our other accountancy solutions? Send us a brief description of your requirement or give us a call and one of our team will provide free, impartial advice on how we can support your accountancy needs.