SUPPORT FOR COMPANY OWNERS

Limited company accountants in Sussex & Surrey

Clear accounts. Practical advice. Support that fits your company.

Smart Accountants helps owner managed limited companies with annual accounts, corporation tax and ongoing financial support. From essential compliance to regular management accounts, we tailor our service around what you need.

Clear fees agreed upfront · Personal service · Xero support

An organised office workspace with a computer and desk accessories, without people

Four pillars of support

Annual accounts & tax

Company accounts and corporation tax returns prepared and filed, with your deadlines kept in view.

Bookkeeping & Xero

Reliable records and practical Xero support, so you can see where your business stands.

VAT & payroll

Regular returns and payroll handled as part of the support agreed for your company.

Advice for directors

Clear guidance on salary, dividends and director’s loans to help you make informed decisions.

The right level of support for your company

These are examples of how we can help. Your services and fees are agreed individually, based on your company and the work you want us to handle.

Essential support

For companies needing reliable annual compliance and straightforward guidance.

  • Annual accounts and corporation tax
  • Confirmation statement support
  • General accounting and tax guidance
  • Xero setup and records guidance

Keep your company’s core responsibilities under control.

Ongoing support

For companies wanting regular support and a clearer view of their results.

  • Annual accounts and corporation tax
  • Year-end review meeting
  • VAT, payroll and bookkeeping support
  • Xero and director remuneration guidance

Understand your results and keep regular work moving.

Full business support

For growing companies wanting insight and support with financial decisions.

  • Annual accounts and corporation tax
  • Management accounts and catch-ups
  • Bookkeeping, VAT and payroll support
  • Cash flow, profit and tax planning

Use up-to-date figures to support business decisions.

A personal service, with clear professional standards

Led by FCCA and FMAAT qualified accountants, Smart Accountants is ACCA supervised. We support companies across Sussex and Surrey, with client meetings in Dorking and online support wherever you work.

Understanding your company’s accounts and tax

Key information on reporting, deadlines and tax planning for your limited company.

Understand your responsibilities, plan ahead and make informed decisions with clear support from your accountant.

Small companies · Medium companies · Owner managed businesses

Company year end

Your company’s financial year can differ from the personal tax year. We confirm the dates and deadlines that apply.

Statutory accounts

We prepare company accounts under FRS 102 or FRS 105, as appropriate. Established private company accounts are normally due within 9 months of year end.

Corporation Tax deadlines

Corporation Tax is normally payable 9 months and 1 day after the tax period ends. The Company Tax Return is due within 12 months.

Paying yourself as a director

We help you plan salary, dividends and pension contributions around your company’s profits and your personal circumstances.

Associated companies

Other companies under common control can reduce Corporation Tax thresholds. We check how your company interests affect the tax calculation.

Support as you grow

We support small and medium companies as their needs grow. Higher-profit companies may need quarterly tax instalments, depending on profits and associated companies.

First-year deadlines and individual circumstances can differ. We confirm the rules that apply and keep track of what is due and when.

Common questions

We can prepare annual accounts and corporation tax returns, and provide bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and director guidance. Management accounts and regular meetings can be added where you need more ongoing support.

Fees depend on your company’s activity, records and the support you need. After an initial conversation, we provide a tailored proposal with the scope and fees agreed before work starts.

Yes. We can work with your existing Xero records, review the setup and agree who will handle the bookkeeping. We can also help you get started with Xero.

Yes. Once appointed, we manage professional clearance and request the relevant records from your previous accountant. We also review upcoming deadlines to help the handover run smoothly.

Thinking about moving? See how changing accountants works.

Let’s make your company accounts easier to manage

Tell us about your company and where you need support. We’ll talk through your options and explain the next steps.

Sussex: 01903 201940   |   Surrey: 01737 847779