Business Tax Services

Our full tax review of your business will determine the most efficient tax structure for you and usually result in considerable tax savings. We want to help you to minimise your business tax liabilities, make the most of any available reliefs, tax losses and deferment opportunities. In addition, by ensuring that you meet all of your Corporation Tax and Self Assessment deadlines, and filing your returns correctly, we avoid any potential penalties. In addition to advising you on your business tax planning we can also represent you in any communication with the tax authorities, taking the stress out of this situation and translating the jargon for you.


My business was growing fast and I just wasn’t aware of all the different ways to save on tax. Luckily Paul came on board and I’ve never looked back.
— Claire Searling, ABA Books Ltd.

 

COMPANY TAX RETURNS

Whatever your business size or type, you will need to file an annual tax return for your company. Sole traders and limited companies, whilst not required to complete a company tax return, are however required to complete a self-assessment. 
 
As HRMC comes under increased pressure to ensure that all companies are meeting their reporting obligations, the onus on companies to ensure that they are filing accurate and timely returns has never been greater, nor has the potential for a hefty fine.
 
We understand how time consuming your tax compliance can be. At CN Tax & Consultancy we have the experience and expertise to take the stress out of your tax compliance and administration by taking the burden away from you, dealing with every aspect of your return, whilst mitigating your tax exposure.


RENUMERATION PLANNING

It is vital when running your business that you structure the extraction of your profits in an effective manner, but equally as important is the provision of a tax efficient remuneration scheme which will help you to attract and retain staff.

Providing company cars, benefits in kind, salary sacrifice arrangements and child care vouchers are all important ways in which you can offer remuneration for staff in a way which is tax efficient for both them and you.

There are a number of ways in which you can plan for remuneration, whether you are operating a large organisation or a small limited company. Through careful consideration of options such as extraction by way of dividend can maximise tax efficiencies, but equally will require detailed planning if you are to meet your obligations for ongoing National Insurance contributions, national minimum wage regulations and tax liabilities, whether this is through PAYE or by Self-Assessment. This can also have an impact on Corporation Tax Relief.

By taking the time to understand your business we can identify ways in which you can maximise available tax reliefs and Government approved schemes, whilst ensuring that you are meeting your obligations to both HMRC and your staff.

 

HMRC INVESTIGATIONS

Being the subject of a tax investigation by the HMRC can be a stressful and worrying experience. 

With the onset of personal and corporate self-assessment, HMRC staff can now review cases on a 'sample basis'; consequently, tax investigations have become more frequent. 

We have a wealth of experience in dealing with HMRC investigations, whether they are enquiries into an individual's tax return under the Self Assessment regime, more detailed enquiries or employer-related investigations into PAYE and P11D compliance. 

If you are about to be the subject of an investigation, we can provide expert help and support.


MERGERS & AQUISITIONS

Sometimes the best way to improve your competitive position in the marketplace is through a merger or acquisition. Not only is this a complex and time consuming process, if it is not well researched and skilfully negotiated it could make matters worse, not better. We can help you to optimise the tax and financial position of the combined enterprise

At other times you may decide to improve your profitability through a disposal. Again, we can help with valuing the assets, finding suitable purchasers, and negotiating the sale.


VENTURE CAPITAL TRUSTS & ENTERPRISE INVESTMENT SCHEMES

There are many types of savings and investment, each having different structures, tax treatments and implications to you as the investor.

Higher rates of income tax, pension fund restrictions and a prevailing uncertain economic climate have all made tax planning increasingly important to investors. Even more people are today seeking investments which reduce their tax burden and can generate an attractive tax-free return.

We advise you on the most tax efficient investment opportunities for your business.


OTHER SERVICES FOR YOUR BUSINESS

There are many other areas we can advise you:

  • National Insurance Advice

  • PAYE

  • Shareholding Structures

  • Shareholding Structures, Company Shares Purchasing & Shareholder Exit Planning

  • Sole Trader/Partnership Vs Limited Company - tax structuring.


I can fully recommend Paul’s services to any business, however small or large they are. Paul has been advising me since 2008 regarding the tax implications on the sale of my previous business, he has since then been integral in advising me to the structure of the group I set up, and on the most tax efficient structure for the group. Paul has advised me on a broad range of areas, from shareholders purchasing shares, to, EIS relief.
— Neil, Harrogate-Based Business