Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Accountancy Services for Small Businesses
Carrington Accountancy has been delivering specialist accountancy services to small businesses and contractors across the UK since 1996. Our team prioritises proactive advice on shareholding, expenses, HMRC legislative changes, and tax relief, extending beyond standard payroll and administration. We offer tailored support in business set-up, payroll, VAT returns, bookkeeping, and year-end accounts, with a focus on understanding the unique needs of small businesses and freelance professionals. Our services include strategic remuneration planning, IR35 compliance, and capital gains tax reporting, supported by expertise in both traditional and emerging tax frameworks.We maintain a client-centric approach through fixed pricing models, transparent communication, and technology-driven financial projections to help clients mitigate tax liabilities. Our physical presence in London's financial district and nationwide reach through digital services demonstrate our commitment to accessibility and long-term client relationships.
Services
Payroll Services
VAT Returns
Company Formation
Tax Planning
Bookkeeping
Annual Accounts
IR35 Advice
Capital Gains Tax
Self-Assessment
Management Accounts
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 27 years of specialist experience in small business accounting
- Our team provides proactive tax planning and legislative compliance advice
- We implement technology-driven financial projection tools for tax liability management
- We deliver fixed-price services with transparent cost structures
- Our experts specialise in contractor accounting and IR35 compliance
Services
Payroll Services
Our payroll services ensure complete compliance with HMRC requirements through accurate salary calculations, tax deductions, and Real Time Information submissions. We manage PAYE schemes, handle employee onboarding, and provide detailed payslips while maintaining strict data confidentiality. Our experienced team helps businesses avoid costly penalties through timely submissions and proactive updates on changing employment tax regulations.
VAT Returns
We prepare and submit accurate VAT returns while optimising your VAT position through comprehensive bookkeeping reviews. Our specialists advise on scheme selection including Flat Rate and Cash Accounting options, ensuring maximum reclaim opportunities. We help businesses maintain compliance with HMRC requirements while minimising their VAT liabilities through strategic planning and regular compliance audits.
Company Formation
Our company formation service includes business structure analysis, share structure planning, and complete registration with Companies House and HMRC. We provide guidance on optimal entity selection between sole trader, partnership, and limited company structures. The service includes bank account setup, VAT registration, and preparation of initial statutory documents to ensure proper business establishment.
Tax Planning
We offer strategic tax planning solutions covering corporation tax, personal tax, and dividend optimisation. Our services include remuneration strategy development, capital gains tax mitigation, and international tax compliance. We utilise advanced forecasting tools to help clients anticipate and reduce future tax liabilities while maintaining full compliance with current tax legislation.
IR35 Advice
Our IR35 specialists provide comprehensive contract reviews and compliance strategies for contractors. We assess employment status, identify contractual weaknesses, and recommend improvements to maintain outside IR35 status. The service includes HMRC audit support and ongoing compliance monitoring to ensure continued adherence to off-payroll working rules.
Questions
What accounting services does Carrington Accountancy offer?
We provide payroll processing, VAT returns, annual accounts, bookkeeping, tax planning, company formation, IR35 advice, and specialist tax services including capital gains and trust tax returns.
How can Carrington help my small business?
We offer tailored financial management solutions including budgeting, management accounts, and proactive tax advice to help small businesses optimise their financial performance and compliance.
Do you support contractor clients?
Yes, we specialise in contractor accounting with services covering limited company set-up, dividend calculations, IR35 compliance, and contract reviews.
What areas do you cover?
While based in London, we serve clients nationwide through our digital accounting platform and remote support capabilities.
How do you handle tax compliance?
We ensure compliance through regular legislative updates, accurate return submissions, and proactive tax planning strategies to maintain HMRC compliance while minimising liabilities.
Can you help with business start-ups?
Yes, we provide complete start-up support including company formation, business planning, bank account setup, and initial tax registrations to establish your business correctly.
Reviews (2)
Boyan Penev
Jun 18, 2020
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Carrington Group is a great accountancy company. Very professional and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!!
Carrington Accountancy
Jun 29, 2014
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I would also like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your assistance and continued professionalism in processing my contracts, invoices and pay! This was my second time in using Carrington as an umbrella company and I would highly recommend you to anyone.
