VAT Preparation

We can complete VAT preparation and returns on your behalf and assist you in understanding and submitting your returns. We can work with you to monitor trends in your returns to ensure accurate disclosures to HMRC and reduce the risk of inspections.

We can analyse your business and ensure you have the most efficient structure and processes for accurate and cost-effective VAT liabilities. This includes international trading, group restructuring, property deals and partial exemption methods.

For both registration and deregistration, we can liaise with HMRC on your behalf. This includes the following instances; late and back-dated registrations, intentions to trade, property and non-resident businesses.

Regular VAT health checks and due diligence exercises ensure you are abreast of your VAT obligations and give the opportunity to review your business efficiency. We can do this for both existing businesses and also potential acquisitions.  We are also experienced in reviewing assessments and surcharges issued by HMRC and can challenge accordingly on your behalf if we feel you are eligible.

VAT inspections and disputes can be intimidating for even experienced businesses.  We can deal with HMRC on your behalf and can come on-site with you both pre- and post-inspection We are experienced in dealing with HMRC in instances such as this, including request reconsiderations and raising appeals.