Small Business Unit

Helping small businesses grow

Hillier Hopkins LLP

Chartered Accountants & Tax Advisers

Call +44 (0)330 024 3200 and discover how we can help you.

We have been helping Small Businesses grow for over 75 years. Whilst all businesses are subject to the same rules and regulations, Small independent business often get caught up in a raft compliance and regulatory work that can often lead to speaking to numerous different advisors within an accounting firm. We have recently put in place a dedicated team to assist you with all of your accounting and taxation requirements for both the business and leading individuals of the business.

Tailor-made, flexible, fixed fees

No two businesses are the same, which is why we develop tailor-made remuneration strategies for you. We always provide ongoing personal attention to make sure you continue to operate as tax efficiently and compliantly as possible, no matter how your circumstances change.

We remove the hassle from running your own business by taking care of the form filling, filing and deadlines. Today with businesses on the move and Making Tax Digital coming around the corner we would advise that you manage your records on a cloud accounting platform. We have experience on numerous packages in the market and can provide you with assistance in setting up the software so that you are using its full capabilities and it works for you. If you are considered a “Micro Entity” for tax purposes, we offer our simple spreadsheet system for you to maintain your records on.

We can offer a fixed fee which includes unlimited access to your own personal accountant, so you have answers to your day-to-day queries.

Choose the accounting option that’s right for you

Our flexible accountancy offering comprises a core compliance and advisory package with optional additional add-on services, meaning you only pay for the services that you want. Get in touch for a detailed quote.

Core compliance and advisory package

Includes unlimited access to your own personal accountant so you have answers to your day-to-day queries.

• Initial review and bespoke tax planning
• Preparation and submission of:
o Annual statutory accounts
o Annual corporation tax return
o Monthly RTI (payroll) returns
o P11D (employee benefits) returns
o Annual Confirmation Statement
• Company secretarial services

Optional add-on services

You can incorporate any of the following into our core compliance and advisory package. Just get in touch, and we can provide detailed quotations before proceeding with any work.

• Monthly record keeping – provide our accountants with your company financial and accounting records, and they will take care of the rest. You can use our cloud accounting platform to gain real-time access to your accounts.
• Personal tax returns: our accountants can complete personal tax returns for your other family members.
• Tax investigation service: we provide expert representation in the event of an HMRC investigation.
• Additional tax planning: we help you save tax in areas which don’t form part of the day-to-day running of the company, such as Inheritance Tax or Capital Gains Tax planning.
• Wealth management: make the most of your earnings with tailored financial planning and asset management services through our family company SATIS Wealth Management

An accountancy service offering that grows with your business

Should your business grow, and your operation become more complex, you won’t need to look for a new accountant. As part of a bigger firm, we can offer you extensive business advice and support, whilst providing valuable continuity during your transition.

 

FAQs

Do I need to register with HMRC for PAYE?

How do I claim back tax?

How do I declare my second income?

GP expenses – what will HMRC allow?

What taxes does a business pay when employing staff?

What Taxes Does a Business Have to Pay on its Trading Activities?

What is the CITB Levy for Construction Activities?

What are the advantages of a limited company?

How do I set up a limited company?

What is the flat rate scheme for VAT (contractors)?

What expenses can I claim as a contractor?

What is IR35 and The Settlements Legislation?

What are AAF 01/06 assurance reports?

Does my FCA regulated firm need a statutory audit?

What are Client Money and Custody Asset (CASS) Assurance Reports?

How do I account for the Government’s Coronavirus support?

Making Tax Digital for VAT – FAQs

What are SDLT Grazing Rights?

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) saving opportunities

Job Retention Scheme FAQs

What do all these customs terms and abbreviations mean?

Am I getting the right returns on my investment?

Are my investments and strategy right for me?

What is all this about an on-line tax account I have read about?

What is research and development tax relief?

Are you planning on selling a property in the UK as a non-resident?

I have just arrived in the UK – how do I register for tax?

How long can I spend in the UK without becoming a resident?

What are furnished holiday lettings?

I sold a property this year and HMRC say I need to do a tax return?

I have just started a business, do I need to complete a tax return?

Suppose I make gifts to charity?

Is it not very expensive to use trusts?

Are trusts just for dodgy tax schemes?

Can I give away everything while I am still alive?

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT): Q&A

What are SDLT opportunity knocks?

What are mixed-use and multiple dwellings relief?

Are some audits better than others?

Why might I need a UK holding company?

What is non-residential capital gains tax on UK properties?

What expenses can I claim as a residential landlord?

End of wear and tear allowance for 2016 – 17

How do we prepare for a successful annual audit?

LLP v Limited Company – what’s best?

Why should I have an exit strategy, I’m not retiring yet?

How long will it take me to sell my business?

What’s the best way to incentivise staff?

How can I increase the value of my business?

Does my business qualify for EIS or SEIS?

How do I choose the right source of finance option for my business?

Is my business in good financial health?

Are my accounting systems fit for purpose?

What is Land Remediation Relief?

What are the benefits for having Electric vehicles?

What are taxable employment benefits and expenses?

What is the Apprenticeship Levy?

What are Trivial Benefits?

How are the research and development guidelines applied to software?

What is research and development and which costs qualify?

How do I reduce my company’s tax bills for R&D?

Does my business qualify for the Patent Box scheme?

What is the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS)?

What is Business asset roll over relief?

How do Enterprise Management Incentives (EMI) work?

What is EIS (Enterprise Investment Scheme)?

How can I claim Capital Allowances on properties?

What is Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (“ATED”)?

How do I recover foreign EU VAT?

I want to do business overseas, but it all looks so complicated?

Is it a good idea to buy a property within my company?

Can you help me agree a payment plan for corporation tax?

Why has HMRC told me to pay VAT monthly?

Why am I paying tax quarterly?

Is my company paying too much tax?

Does an audit create problems or solve them?

How does an audit add value?

Is there an alternative to an audit?

Can I have assurance without paying for an audit?

How can an audit help me?

Does my company need an audit?

What is an audit and why may I need one?

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