Professional Accounting & Tax Services in Inverness – Trusted Financial Expertise for Sustainable Business Growth

Audit Consulting Group provides comprehensive accounting, tax, payroll, and advisory services in Inverness, supporting individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses across the Highlands and throughout the UK.

Inverness is a city of heritage, tourism, renewable energy, construction, agriculture, property, and fast-growing small businesses. Operating successfully here requires reliable financial management, strong compliance, and clear strategic planning – all delivered with professionalism and integrity.

Accountants in Inverness Who Understand Local Business and National Regulation

Inverness combines the character of a historic Highland city with the demands of a modern economy. Businesses here often face seasonal income patterns, multi-income streams, cross-border trade, and complex VAT or payroll requirements. At the same time, they must meet the same strict HMRC and Companies House obligations as businesses in London or Edinburgh.

Audit Consulting Group supports Inverness clients with a structured, transparent, and proactive approach. We act as long-term financial partners, ensuring your accounting systems support stability, growth, and compliance at every stage of your journey.

Our clients value us because we combine:

• Technical UK accounting expertise
• Practical business insight
• Clear communication
• Absolute confidentiality

The Inverness Business Environment – Why Professional Accounting Matters

Inverness plays a vital role in the Highlands economy and supports a wide range of industries, including:

• Tourism & hospitality
• Renewable energy & sustainability
• Construction & infrastructure
• Property development & rentals
• Agriculture & rural enterprises
• Retail & wholesale
• Transport & logistics
• Professional services
• Technology and remote-first businesses

Each of these sectors faces distinct financial and tax challenges. Without specialist support, businesses risk overpaying tax, missing reliefs, or falling into non-compliance. Our role is to ensure your financial structure works for your business, not against it.

Who We Support in Inverness

Our accounting and tax services in Inverness are tailored for:

• Self-employed professionals
• Sole traders
• Limited companies (Ltd)
• Startups and early-stage businesses
• Family-owned enterprises
• Growing SMEs
• CIS contractors and subcontractors
• Property landlords and developers
• Construction companies
• Hospitality and tourism operators
• Retail and wholesale businesses
• Agriculture and rural enterprises
• Renewable energy projects

Whether you operate locally in Inverness or across the UK, our services scale with your business.

Accounting & Reporting Services in Inverness

Professional Bookkeeping Services

Accurate bookkeeping is the foundation of every successful business. Without it, cash flow suffers, compliance risks increase, and decision-making becomes reactive instead of strategic.

Our Inverness bookkeeping services include:

• Bookkeeping
• Basic bookkeeping
• Basic business bookkeeping
• Accounting bookkeeping
• Bookkeeping cost analysis
• Bookkeeping contracts
• Bookkeeping contract templates
• Outsourced bookkeeping
• Small business bookkeeping
• Sole trader bookkeeping
• Self-employed bookkeeping
• Real estate bookkeeping
• Construction bookkeeping
• Payroll bookkeeping

We ensure your records are accurate, up to date, and audit-ready at all times.

Cloud Accounting & Digital Bookkeeping

Modern businesses require modern systems. We support Inverness clients with cloud accounting solutions that provide real-time visibility and control:

• Xero bookkeeping
• QuickBooks bookkeeping
• Secure cloud-based reporting
• Integration with VAT, payroll, and CIS

Benefits include improved accuracy, reduced administration, and better financial insight.

Management Accounts – Financial Control Beyond Compliance

Why Management Accounts Are Essential

Management accounts allow business owners to:

• Understand profitability
• Control costs
• Monitor cash flow
• Plan investments
• Respond quickly to changes

Our Management Accounting Services

We prepare:

• Monthly management accounts
• Quarterly management accounts
• Profit & loss statements
• Balance sheets
• Cash flow forecasts
• Budgeting and variance analysis
• Director-level performance reports

For Inverness businesses, this means confidence and clarity, not surprises at year end.

Annual Accounts & Statutory Reporting

Annual Accounts Preparation

We prepare:

• Annual accounts
• Ltd company annual accounts
• Small company and micro-entity accounts

Companies House & HMRC Compliance

• Companies House annual accounts filing
• Corporation tax computations and submissions
• Full statutory compliance

We protect your business reputation by ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory alignment.

Tax Services in Inverness – Protecting Your Business and Optimising Outcomes

Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) Services

CIS compliance is essential for construction businesses operating in the Highlands. We manage the full CIS process:

• CIS for subcontractors
• CIS for self-employed
• CIS & VAT compliance
• CIS registration
• Monthly CIS filing
• Gross payment status applications
• CIS refunds & reclaims
• CIS penalties & appeals

Our expertise ensures maximum refunds and minimal compliance risk.

Personal Tax & Self-Assessment

We support individuals, directors, and contractors with:

• Personal tax filing
• Self-assessment tax returns
• Personal tax consultations
• Self-employed registration
• Allowable expenses & deductions
• Self-assessment penalties & appeals

We explain everything clearly so you always understand your tax position.

VAT Services in Inverness

VAT is complex and errors can be expensive. Our VAT services include:

• VAT registration
• VAT deregistration
• VAT compliance & advisory
• VAT returns and submissions
• VAT reclaim & refunds
• VAT number verification
• VAT for specific sectors
• International VAT
• Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance

We help Inverness businesses remain compliant while improving cash flow efficiency.

Corporation Tax & Strategic Planning

Our corporation tax services include:

• Corporation tax returns
• Corporate tax filing
• Corporate tax planning
• Corporation tax appeals
• High net worth tax planning
• Retirement tax planning
• Inheritance tax planning
• Estate tax planning
• Appeals against HMRC penalties

Strategic tax planning allows businesses to retain profit legally and responsibly.

Payroll & Pension Services in Inverness

Payroll Management Services

We provide secure and accurate payroll services:

• Payroll processing
• Monthly payroll
• Payroll for one employee
• Contractor payroll
• Household payroll services
• Construction payroll services
• Payroll CIS
• Payroll reconciliation
• Outsourced payroll management
• Payroll controls

Payroll Software Expertise

• Xero payroll
• QuickBooks payroll
• Sage payroll
• Online payroll solutions

PAYE & Pension Schemes

• PAYE registration
• PAYE filing
• Pension scheme management
• Directors’ pension schemes
• Pension tax advisory
• Pension tax reclaim services

We ensure payroll is accurate, compliant, and stress-free.

Company Formation & Corporate Governance in Inverness

We support businesses from startup to maturity:

• Company formation
• Identity verification for Companies House
• Confirmation statements
• EORI registration
• Licensing & regulatory compliance
• Regulated business activities
• UK regulatory authority liaison
• Licence application support
• Licence renewals & expansion
• Trade mark registration

Strong governance supports credibility, growth, and investor confidence.

Advisory & Consultation Services

Our advisory services provide strategic clarity:

• Business consultations
• Individual consultations
• Overseas tax advice
• Business structuring and restructuring
• Long-term financial planning

We act as trusted advisors, not just compliance providers.

Why Businesses in Inverness Choose Audit Consulting Group

Our Key Advantages

UK-qualified accounting professionals

Experience with rural, tourism & construction businesses

Industry-specific expertise

Transparent communication

Modern cloud-based systems

Full HMRC & Companies House compliance

Confidential and professional service

Long-term partnership mindset

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do you work with tourism and hospitality businesses in Inverness?

Yes, we support hotels, guesthouses, tour operators, and seasonal businesses.

Can you help with VAT and CIS compliance?

Absolutely. VAT and CIS are core specialisms of our firm.

Do you provide remote accounting services?

Yes, many Inverness clients work with us fully online.

Can you support small rural businesses?

Yes, we work with agriculture, rural enterprises, and family-run businesses.

Do you help with HMRC penalties and appeals?

Yes, we manage appeals, correspondence, and negotiations with HMRC.

Work with Trusted Accountants in Inverness

If you are looking for professional accountants in Inverness who combine local understanding with national expertise, Audit Consulting Group is here to help.

Call us today: +44 7386 212550  or Email: info@auditconsultinggroup.co.uk our team to arrange a consultation.

We will help you stay compliant, protect your interests, and grow with confidence.