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Business & Personal Tax Services

At Raw, we keep you tax efficient, by actively managing your tax affairs so you never pay more tax than you should.

We do this by deploying a proven tax strategy that utilises the reliefs and tax incentives that HMRC legitimately provide throughout different tax departments for businesses exactly like yours.

This specialist business tax advice keeps our clients in a healthy tax position where they never pay more than they need to, or less than they should. 

And we’re so confident that our specialist advice will find some savings in your business that at the end of each year we provide all our clients with a tax saving summary, showing you what we’ve saved you this year and whether the benefit will be one-off or ongoing. Read more below about the various tax obligations you and your business should expect. 

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All Limited companies are required to file a corporation tax return within 12 months of the end of the accounting period. This tax return is based on the accounts prepared for that same period. Companies must pay their corporation tax bill within 9 months of the end of the accounting period. The eagle eyed amongst you will see that can cause a problem – you need to have paid your bill before you need to file the return!

Thankfully, we typically prepare accounts and tax returns within a month or two of the year end, meaning you’ll always know what needs to be paid. When preparing the corporate tax return we’ll review your tax liabilities, identify any opportunities to legitimately reduce these (to keep you efficient) and advise you what to pay. We’ll also prepare your corporation tax returns, review your tax provisions and resolve any issues with HMRC, or if you work globally, other overseas tax authorities.

As standard, we’ll keep a tally of the tax we’ve saved you each year and tell you whether your saving will be one-off or annual.

When did you last consider your remuneration strategy – i.e. how your business pays you for the work you do. Not sure? Do you know if your current accountant or Senior Accounting Officer looks at this and how often? 

The good news is that all our packages include annual remuneration strategy planning for business owners and private clients. This looks at the most efficient extraction of profits as salary or dividends or a combination of the two. This is one of the most important ways to keep you tax efficient by ensuring you only pay relevant taxes.

If you are a Director of a limited company, or other business structure that is classed as a separate legal entity, then the likelihood is that you will need to file a personal tax return. For some Directors, personal tax returns are straight forward with their income just comprising these salary and dividends. Others may have investments, like rental properties, earnings from shares or interest from savings. 

Our team can assist in preparing your self-assessment tax return, ensuring this is filed with HMRC by 31 January following the end of the tax year and advising you of payments. We’ll also support your business strategy by providing suggestions and ideas of how to reduce your tax liability, like increasing contributions to a pension scheme, moving investments into ISAs or investing in tax efficient approved schemes like the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS). Plus, in line with the latest government regulations we’ll ensure your business is fully Making Tax Digital compliant.

When did you last consider your remuneration strategy – i.e. how your business pays you for the work you do. Not sure? Do you know if your current accountant looks at this and how often? The good news is that all our packages include annual remuneration strategy planning for business owners. This looks at the most efficient extraction of profits as salary or dividends or a combination of the two. This is one of the most important ways to keep you tax efficient.

If you are a Director of a limited company, then the likelihood is that you will need to file a personal tax return. For some Directors, personal tax returns are straight forward with their income just comprising these salary and dividends. Others may have investments, like rental properties, earnings from shares or interest from savings. Our team can assist in preparing your self-assessment tax return, ensuring this is filed with HMRC by 31 January following the end of the tax year and advising you of payments. We’ll also provide suggestions and ideas of how to reduce your tax liability, like increasing contributions to a pension scheme, moving investments into ISAs or investing in tax efficient approved schemes like the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS).

What our customers say about us

Peter LoverdosPeter Loverdos
07:44 17 Oct 23
I’ve been working with Luke and the team at RAW for nearly 2 years now and I’d highly recommend them to any SME business owner looking for an accountancy practice to proactively manage their bookkeeping, payroll and accounting functions. RAW seem to have a different approach that focuses on accuracy, high levels of communication and sage advice - what Luke doesn’t know about tax probably hasn’t been thought of yet! Not only are they highly professional, but they're great people too.
Rishi VermaRishi Verma
09:28 14 Oct 23
Superlative service. This is a seriously professional outfit. I accept that I am a demanding client. I work long hours so need an adviser who is going to take the stress away and put simply, get things done. Luke Fletcher is that man. Worth every penny.
Disk OnotDisk Onot
08:02 14 Oct 23
I've been using Raw Accounting's services for a couple of years now and have been very impressed with the level of engagement and understanding they have. Always available at short notice, very quick to respond and deal with any issue and probably most importantly know their subject matter extremely well. They have sorted out a few tax issues I have had without too much involvement from me, process was simple and the portal very easy to use.
Jane BJane B
17:53 13 Oct 23
What a great accountancy service! Helpful, quick replies and resolutions. Raw Accounting will give you peace of mind that all of your tax needs will be taken care of quickly and efficiently.
Toby TowardToby Toward
17:35 04 Aug 23
Luke and the team at RAW have been excellent to work with.Since setting up a small biotech consultancy at the end 2022, they have been a source of great support in getting the accountacy basics correctly put in place. From establishing the initial paper work to help get the LTD off the ground, through to quarterly MTD VAT returns, personal / company tax filings, corporation tax and PAYE. Perhaps more importantly for me though, they have provided clear, strategic and pragmatic guidance to help tax-efficently shape the buisness for the near- medium-long term and in line with my future goals. They have been attentive, personable and at times patient with my questions - proposing alternative ways to solve a problem if they can. Ultimately, with their support, I can focus on the day-to-day business, knowing that the acounacy side of things is in good hands.
Ryan BirseRyan Birse
10:39 25 Aug 22
Raw Accounting have been amazing! I've been working closely with Luke and he has helped with the transition to being self-employed, and clarified how everything could work should the business grow in the future. He's taken the stress out of everything finance related when it comes to working for yourself—from TAX returns to assistance with registering for VAT, as well as countless other bits of advice along the way. Very responsive and understanding of the requirements linked to the industry that I work in. Luke was passed on as a recommendation and I would highly recommend him to others as well. Thanks Luke!
Luke is amazing! As a US-based startup, he provided expert guidance in navigating VAT and ultimately saved us thousands of dollars in unnecessary filing costs. I highly recommend Luke and his team at RAW Accounting.
Matthew RuddyMatthew Ruddy
12:12 24 Jun 22
Raw Accounting are fantastic. I stumbled across Luke whilst looking to avoid the "one size fits all", impersonal accounting solutions that other practices provide. From the beginning Luke has proven to be professional, prompt and incredibly approachable. Getting setup for both corporate and income tax have been absolutely painless. The software they provide is far better than other solutions available, and costs are very respectable. I would not hesitate to recommend Raw Accounting to anyone. If you're an SME looking for a charter accountant, do yourself a favour and give them a call.
Greg DallamoreGreg Dallamore
11:40 03 Feb 22
I was recommended Luke by a friend when I had mentioned I was looking for an accountant to help me with a new business venture, and am very glad that I followed that recommendation. Luke has been a fantastic source of support and advice and has made the accounts side of our business very simple for us. We receive regular updates that are easy to understand and Luke has a broad understanding of modern day accountancy systems which has a been a real asset. I would not hesitate to recommend Luke and Raw Accounting to anyone looking for a new accountant, whether a new or established business. Thanks Luke!
Kapila MKapila M
19:05 02 Feb 22
Luke managed to setup a Limited Company and the accounting software within a week. He provided professional advice to setup the company and help me with the annual tax return swiftly.He is very approachable, professional and friendly.I highly recommend Raw Accounting...!
Carole MowattCarole Mowatt
13:48 01 Feb 22
Very professional and thorough. Accounts done promptly. Fees charged comparable to last accounting practice. A pleasure to communicate with. Luke Fletcher is very experienced and up to date and can advise on all aspects of your business.
Leon McCarronLeon McCarron
08:14 28 Jan 22
Really helpful, responsive and clear. Friendly and makes the process simple to work through.
Nicholas RossNicholas Ross
15:55 01 Nov 21
I have been super impressed with Luke and his team; so responsive to my endless requests and nothing is ever too much trouble. The quality of his advice is first class; I wish I had found him sooner
Daniel DaveyDaniel Davey
15:57 27 Oct 21
After recently making the leap from full-time employment to self-employment, I needed to clear up a plethora of queries. Luke was incredibly responsive and explained the start-up process via Microsoft Teams. The explanation was crystal clear and thorough. Would definitely recommend.
Adam KingAdam King
12:24 15 Oct 21
I came to Luke with a very tricky tax situation and in a bit of a panic. Right from the outset he made me feel reassured and confident we would get to the bottom of my problem. In the end he saved me a lot of money and did so in a very short time period. He is clearly highly skilled and had an answer for all my questions.Thank you!
Izza RexIzza Rex
13:46 18 May 21
Luke was amazing help for me. As a finance novice, Luke was so generous with his time and expertise. He is very knowledgeable and took the time to hear about and understand my business and then explain the relevant tax rules as well as discuss my finance plan going forward. I really appreciate his advice and will be going to him in the future!
Paula NicklinsonPaula Nicklinson
14:08 08 May 21
Constructive consultation. Multiple option advice discussed which would broaden the business opportunities without compromising the ability to stay focused and deliver the services to be provided. Additional information given in terms of specifically relevant websites and regional authorities to be followed up. Became confident that despite having only given the the company the briefest outline of the proposed business and the areas I required them to cover, they had carried out sound preparatory work prior to the consultation to maximise the effectiveness of the discussion. Would definitely recommend.
Hannah McMillanHannah McMillan
18:52 05 May 21
Luke completed my personal tax return. He was very helpful and knowledgeable throughout and everything was completed quickly. He was great at keeping us informed of what was going on and the options available to us. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending him and Raw Accounting. A super friendly service!
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