Asturias Consultants
Business Services
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Business Start-Up
Starting a new business requires a solid plan and sufficient funding. While most entrepreneurs have great ideas and drive, legal and financial aspects can be challenging. We're here to help with everything from company formation to ongoing financial management.
Our expertise ensures a smooth business start. We offer advice on choosing the right structure (sole trader, partnership, LLP, limited company, or PLC), company formation, financial projections, financing, bookkeeping, and tax planning.
Consulting with us early ensures a realistic evaluation and sets you on the path to success.
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Bookkeeping
&
Accountancy
We are here to take the burden of in-house bookkeeping and accounting off your shoulders, including managing your annual accounts.
By working closely with you, we gain a deep understanding of your business and its operations. This allows us to customize our approach to meet your specific needs and deliver the most effective service possible.
A key part of our service is the preparation of management accounts, which we consider essential to the ongoing success of your business.
We’ll regularly discuss your requirements with you and provide tailored insights and constructive advice to support your business’s growth.
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VAT
Value Added Tax (VAT) can be complex, but we simplify it for you. With changing regulations and increasing HMRC demands, VAT can add stress to your business. Our expertise ensures compliance and that you only pay what's necessary.
Our VAT services include:
- VAT registration assistance
- Advice on VAT planning and administration
- VAT control and reconciliation
- Help with VAT returns
- Processes to prevent HMRC issues
- Representation at VAT tribunals
We're here to help you navigate VAT with confidence.
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Company Secretarial
The company secretarial role is often seen as a burdensome task, frequently assigned to a family member or senior employee like the Company Secretary. However, this can lead to challenges if the appointed person lacks a full understanding of their responsibilities.
We offer a comprehensive service to ensure your company meets all the legal obligations under company law. With experience working with a wide range of businesses, we help companies fulfill their company secretarial and corporate governance requirements. Whether you need a fully outsourced company secretarial function or occasional advice and assistance, we can support you.
Our complete company secretarial services include:
- Company formations
- Preparation and electronic filing of statutory returns
- Preparation of all documentation related to minutes and resolutions
- Maintenance and storage of statutory books
Let us handle the complexities of company secretarial duties, so you can focus on running your business.
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Corporate Tax & Planning
Corporation tax is a significant component of your operating costs. The increasing reporting requirements, rigorous investigations by tax authorities, and severe penalties for non-compliance can consume substantial time and resources in meeting government obligations.
We can help ease this burden by managing your business tax returns and preparing and submitting your year-end payroll tax returns. By entrusting us with your corporate tax and planning, we can also act as intermediaries in any disputes with tax authorities.
Our services include advising on the most tax-efficient structure for your business, ensuring you take full advantage of available tax opportunities and reliefs. We work to secure the best possible capital or revenue tax treatment, minimize tax on disposals, and maximize relief on acquisitions. Additionally, our in-house expertise can help you navigate industry-specific tax opportunities.
Let us handle the complexities of corporation tax, so you can focus on growing your business.
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Payroll
Payroll processing can be a time-consuming task that pulls you away from your core business activities. We’re here to take that burden off your shoulders, allowing you to focus on what matters most.
By entrusting us with your payroll responsibilities, you’ll free up your staff to concentrate on other key areas of your business, enhancing efficiency and creating new opportunities.
Our payroll services are comprehensive and fully compliant with HM Revenue & Customs regulations. We handle every aspect of UK payroll, including:
- Setting up a new payroll system
- Day-to-day payroll processing
- Managing PAYE and National Insurance deductions
- Completing year-end returns
- Handling holiday pay
- Managing statutory pay
- Administering stakeholder pensions
Let us manage your payroll so you can focus on growing your business.