Accounting, Tax Compliance and Payroll for UK Entities
Running a UK entity comes with a continuous stream of compliance obligations — corporation tax returns, VAT filings, payroll, statutory accounts, and Companies House reporting.
Whether you are an established UK business or the UK subsidiary of an international group, managing these obligations efficiently and accurately is essential — both to avoid penalties and to maintain a clear picture of your financial position.
At Laggan, we provide the full range of accounting, tax and payroll services that a UK entity needs. For domestic businesses, we act as a trusted specialist adviser.
For international groups, we also provide the parent company with timely, accurate reporting and a direct line to advisers who understand both the UK position and the international context.
Corporation Tax
UK companies are subject to corporation tax on their profits. The main rate is currently 25% for companies with profits above £250,000, with a small profits rate of 19% for companies with profits below £50,000 and marginal relief in between.
We prepare and file corporation tax returns, advise on available reliefs and deductions, and ensure that the UK tax position is reported accurately to the group.
VAT
UK VAT is a complex area, particularly for businesses with cross-border transactions, international supply chains, or digital services.
We handle VAT registration, quarterly returns, and ongoing compliance, and advise on the VAT treatment of specific transactions where the position is not straightforward.
Statutory Accounts and Bookkeeping
UK companies are required to file annual statutory accounts with Companies House.
We prepare statutory accounts in accordance with UK GAAP, maintain bookkeeping records, and provide management accounts where needed to give the business and its shareholders an accurate picture of performance.
Payroll
For UK entities with employees, payroll must be run in real time under HMRC's RTI system. We manage payroll for UK entities of all sizes, including the treatment of internationally mobile employees and the complexities that arise where individuals are seconded to or from the UK.
How Laggan Can Help
Whether you are setting up a new UK entity and need compliance support from day one, or are an established business looking for a more responsive and specialist adviser, we can help.
We act as the local point of contact for many international groups, providing the parent company with timely, accurate reporting and direct access to specialists who understand both the UK rules and the broader group context.
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