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Accountancy & Tax in Ryde

Key start-up information and list of local accountants

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Having a good firm of accountants on your side will ensure that you have all the information and support that you need to help your business grow and flourish.

They can offer advice and help you comply with accounting and tax requirements.

If you are self employed or run a small enterprise in Ryde, it makes sense to use an Accountant or Bookkeeper who is keen to help small business and new business start ups rather than struggle with the task yourself.

Can you help start-ups in Ryde?

If so, your logo, company details and link to your site could be here!

If you are based in in Ryde or offer a product or service which could help existing local businesses and start-ups, we would love you to help you reach them. Our aim is to increase the chances of every new business's success by highlighting the help that is available in the area.

You are able to add a free listing or act as our recommended local partner for only £10 per year!

Local partners

We are happy to promote anyone who is prepared to offer friendly support to local start-ups.

Our local partners have been kind enough to help us and are keen to help you too.

Main Accounting Considerations

Sole Trader or Limited Company

One of the first decisions you will need to make is which legal structure is likely to suit your new business and this will affect your accountancy obligations.

You can read a detailed article about your various options at: Sole Trader or Limited Company?

The information below primarily relates to self-employment but if you decide to trade as a limited company, you can read more here: Running a Limited Company.

Becoming Self-Employed

You should tell HMRC as soon as you start self-employment, otherwise you may face a penalty. You are considered to have started self-employment when you have something to sell and either have a customer for your goods or services, or you are actively marketing your business.

You can let HMRC know about your self-employment by registering online for business taxes. A Self-Assessment Online account will automatically be set up at the same time. This allows you to send your Self-Assessment tax returns online. You will receive an Activation Code. You need to activate the service within 28 days. If you don’t, you will have to ask for a new Activation Code.

You can register online at https://www.gov.uk/log-in-register-hmrc-online-services/register

National Insurance

As a self-employed person, you pay a fixed amount of Class 2 National Insurance contributions (NIC). If your profits are above a certain limit, you may also have to pay Class 4 National Insurance contributions.

See Self-employed National Insurance rates for full details.

Statutory Records

It is very important that you set up a record keeping system and keep all records and supporting documents. Records for the current tax year must be retained until 31 January 2022.

You must keep records of all money coming into and going out of your business. This includes all cash, cheques and credit card transactions.

Your records should be adequate to allow you to complete an accurate Self Assessment return. You will be expected to keep a full record of:

  • All sales made and other business income, as it is earned.
  • The cost of all business expenses and purchases as you pay them, no matter how little they cost.
  • All purchases of business stock, goods and raw materials.
  • Mileage records.
  • Capital expenditure; keep a separate record of all purchases and sales of business equipment, machinery and vehicles, together with the receipts.
  • Keep a record of the market value of equipment or vehicles introduced into the business that you owned before starting your business.

See Business records if you're self-employed for full details.

Key Dates

There are key dates that you need to be aware of during the financial year. These relate to reporting and payment of any monies due. A list of dates and full explanation can be found here.

Value Added Tax (VAT)

You must register for VAT if:

  • Your taxable turnover exceeds the VAT threshold in any 12 month period
  • you expect your taxable turnover to exceed the VAT threshold within the next 30 days
  • you take over an existing VAT registered business as a going concern

You have 30 days from the date you meet any of these criteria to register.

Usually, VAT registration can be completed online and if you apply online, you will be enrolled automatically so that you can submit your VAT return online (there is no longer a paper version).

The current VAT threshold is £85,000; if your turnover is below the registration limit, you can choose whether to apply for voluntary registration. The standard rate of VAT currently is 20%.

See the official VAT website for full up to date details.

Ryde Accountants

Simplex Accounting Limited
Simplex Accounting is a UK-based remote accounting and bookkeeping firm, dedicated to the success of small businesses, from creative to construction industries. Our exclusive use of Xero empowers and educates businesses about their finances. Committed to sustainability, we plant trees to mark achievements, maintain a paperless operation, and are carbon-neutral.
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Apple Accountancy Services
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Ashey Associates
Ashey Associates offer a low cost professional on line tax return filing service for individuals who have income from: Self Employment, Partnerships, CIS, Employment, Rental Income, Pensions & Investments. We will advise individuals on registering with HMRC, record keeping & what you can claim as a legitimate expense.
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Garbetts Chartered Certified Accountants
Accountants specialising in small businesses, pro active tax advice, IR35 and service companiescontractors, bookkeeping, payroll, personal and business financial planning. We offer a friendly and approachable service in plain english with a clear and fair pricing policy. An initial no-obligation meeting to see what we can do for you is free, so why not give us a call on 400350 or email office@garbetts.com Our expertise covers the following areas: Accounts and Audit, Business and Personal Tax Planning, Tax Returns and Compliance, Business Consultancy, Strategic Planning, Company Law, New Company Start-Ups, Personal and Business Financial Planning, Outsourced Bookkeeping and Payroll, Computerised Accounts, Set-up and Training.
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On Time Bookkeeping
On Time Bookkeeping aims to provide your business with a friendly and cost effective service that will enable you to spend more time managing and developing your business. Acting as the link between you and your Accountant We offer a range of straightforward support to your financial operations that are professional, accurate and....on time. Your business will gain by: Saving time and money Reducing your accountancy fees Being in touch with your business finance Services offered cover all aspects of Bookkeeping and Payroll. Member of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Fully insured for Profesional Indemnity On times rates are affordable and could release you and your business to fulfil its potential
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Whitefield Tax
We are a tax and accounting firm focused on smaller businesses, individuals and accountancy for the Personal Service Company (PSC)IR35 sector - freelancers, contractors, consultants, and similar. Our offices are between Ryde and Sandown, Isle of Wight, and but we primarily work online servicing clients UK wide - using email and phone. However our local clients are, of course, very important to us, and we are happy to arrange homebusiness visits locally.
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Whitefield Tax Limited
We are a tax and accounting firm focusing on small businesses, individuals and the Personal Service Company (PSC)IR35 sector - freelancers, contractors, consultants, and similar.
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