Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Accountants in London | Carrington Accountancy
Carrington Accountancy has been delivering specialist accountancy services to small businesses and contractors across the UK since 1996. Our approach focuses on understanding client needs, providing tailored financial solutions that extend beyond basic compliance. With expertise in payroll management, VAT strategy, and tax planning, we prioritise proactive advice on shareholding structures, expense management, and legislative changes affecting HMRC compliance.Our services cater to diverse business models including start-ups, contractors, and established enterprises, offering support with company formation, bookkeeping, and strategic financial planning. We distinguish ourselves through fixed-price quotations, flexible service levels, and a commitment to helping clients optimise tax efficiency while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Services
Payroll Services
VAT Returns
Annual Accounts
Bookkeeping
Tax Planning
Company Formation
IR35 Advice
Capital Gains Tax
Self-Assessment Returns
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of specialist accounting experience since 1996
- Tailored financial solutions for contractors and SMEs
- Fixed-price quotations with no hidden fees
- Proactive tax planning and HMRC compliance expertise
- Dedicated support for business formation and growth
Services
Payroll Services
Our payroll services ensure full compliance with HMRC requirements through accurate salary calculations, tax deductions, and Real Time Information (RTI) reporting. We manage PAYE schemes, handle employee onboarding, and provide detailed payslips while maintaining statutory records. Our clients benefit from timely submissions and expert guidance on employment-related tax obligations.
VAT Returns
We prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns while optimising your VAT scheme selection. Our service includes Flat Rate Scheme assessments, cash accounting evaluations, and reclaiming input tax. We ensure accurate calculations, deadline compliance, and strategic advice to minimise VAT liabilities while maintaining full HMRC compliance.
Company Formation
We assist with establishing limited companies through comprehensive formation services. This includes business structure analysis, share class recommendations, and registration with Companies House. Our support covers PAYE and VAT registrations, bank account setup, and initial tax planning to create optimal foundations for new businesses.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services focus on legitimate tax efficiency strategies for businesses and individuals. We specialise in dividend optimisation, remuneration structures, and capital gains tax mitigation. Clients receive tailored advice on tax allowances, reliefs, and compliance strategies to legally reduce tax liabilities across multiple jurisdictions.
Self-Assessment
We manage complete Self-Assessment tax return preparation and submission for individuals. Our service includes income verification, allowable expense claims, and tax liability calculations. We identify potential rebates, ensure deadline compliance, and provide forward-looking tax projections to help clients plan future financial obligations effectively.
Questions
What accounting services does Carrington Accountancy offer?
We provide payroll management, VAT returns, annual accounts preparation, bookkeeping, tax planning, company formation, IR35 advice, capital gains tax calculations, and Self-Assessment returns.
How can Carrington Accountancy help contractors?
We specialise in contractor accounting including limited company formation, dividend calculations, IR35 contract reviews, and tax-efficient remuneration strategies tailored to contracting professionals.
Do you support business start-ups?
Yes, we offer comprehensive start-up services covering company formation, business planning, bank account setup, and tax registration to establish new businesses effectively.
What tax planning services are available?
Our tax planning includes dividend optimisation, share structure advice, capital gains tax mitigation, and compliance strategies to legally reduce tax liabilities for businesses and individuals.
How quickly can you form a limited company?
We typically complete limited company formations within hours, including certificate of incorporation, share structure setup, and necessary HMRC registrations.
Do you offer fixed-price accounting services?
Yes, we provide transparent fixed-price quotations based on individual client needs with no hidden fees or unexpected charges.
