Professional annual accounts preparation and filing. Trust ACG for compliance.
Annual Accounts Services: Your Compliance, Clarity & Confidence Partner
At Audit Consulting Group, we believe your annual accounts should do more than meet statutory deadlines. We turn them into tools of clarity, confidence, and compliance. Whether you’re a startup, SME, or corporate group, we ensure your company annual accounts are fully compliant with HMRC year end accounts and Companies House, while offering you peace of mind and valuable business insights.
Why Company Annual Accounts Are Crucial
- Legal & Statutory Compliance Filing annual statutory accounts is a legal requirement under the Companies Act. Missing a deadline or filing inaccurate information can lead to penalties, director disqualification, or reputational harm.
- Accurate Tax Reporting for HMRC Your HMRC annual report and accounts serve as the foundation for your CT600 corporation tax return. Getting them right ensures that you claim every relief and pay exactly what you owe—no more, no less.
- Stakeholder Confidence Whether you’re applying for funding, building credibility with clients, or sharing results with shareholders, transparent and professionally prepared companies annual accounts make all the difference.
- Informed Strategic Planning Reviewing annual accounts return helps identify trends, assess profitability, and plan for the future with accurate data. They’re not just compliance documents—they’re decision-making tools.
Our Annual Accounts Services
Audit Consulting Group offers comprehensive support for the preparation of annual accounts, including:
- Prepare Annual Accounts & File Online We handle the complete cycle: P&L statements, balance sheets, cash flow, directors’ reports, and explanatory notes—formatted in HMRC and Companies House-compliant structures.
- HMRC Annual Accounts Filing Seamless submissions via HMRC platforms, including support for corporation tax computation and VAT integration.
- Annual Statutory Accounts for All Business Sizes Whether you’re a micro-entity, a sole trader, or a group company, our tailored solutions fit your reporting scale and complexity.
- Support for Audits & External Review Companies above the audit threshold get full assistance preparing for statutory audits.
- USS, VAT & Sector-Specific Reporting From university schemes to e-commerce VAT reconciliations, we provide niche compliance support.
- Cloud-Based Integration Compatible with Xero, QuickBooks, Sage—our tools reduce manual work and increase efficiency.
Who Needs Annual Accounts Filing?
Our services are ideal for:
- Limited Companies (statutory requirement)
- SMEs scaling for funding or compliance
- E-commerce and retail firms
- Professional services needing USS/VAT filings
- Corporate groups and subsidiaries
- UK units of international companies
Real Client Case Studies
Case 1: Consolidated Reporting for a Tech Group We delivered full group accounts, balancing intercompany activity, and supported a successful investor round within two weeks.
Case 2: Retail Shop Owner Filing for the First Time Our team simplified their data, prepared full year-end documents, and filed with HMRC and Companies House—removing stress and saving time.
Case 3: University-Linked Firm Requiring USS Filings We managed specialised reporting and worked directly with scheme administrators to meet strict deadlines.
Our Annual Accounts Process
- Discovery & Onboarding We learn about your company structure, bookkeeping practices, and tax obligations.
- Data Review & Reconciliation All ledgers, VAT entries, bank feeds, and payroll adjustments are verified.
- Statement Preparation We compile standard UK format annual accounts with financial notes and performance insights.
- Director Reports & Narrative Sections Custom strategic and director’s reports drafted to reflect your business outlook.
- Submission & Filing We file using certified software directly with Companies House and HMRC.
- Follow-Up & Tax Planning Once filed, we offer strategic tax forecasting based on your latest results.
How Much Does It Cost?
Our pricing is clear and fixed. Fees vary depending on:
- Company size
- Audit requirement
- Number of group entities
- Data complexity
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is annual accounts? A: These are official reports submitted to Companies House and HMRC showing financial activity over the past year.
Q: How do I prepare annual accounts? A: You gather P&L, balance sheets, supporting documents, and file via approved software. Or—we can do it all for you.
Q: Are accounts and tax returns the same? A: No. Annual accounts support your tax return but are submitted separately to Companies House.
Q: When is the deadline? A: Nine months after your financial year-end for accounts; twelve months for HMRC tax returns.
Q: Can I use cloud software? A: Absolutely. We connect with Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage for direct integration.
Q: Can you manage our audit? A: Yes. We support all stages of audit prep and liaison with your auditors.
Q: What if I’m a small company with minimal activity? A: You still need to file. We offer low-cost solutions for micro-entities.
Client Testimonials
“Audit Consulting Group made our first-year filing process smooth and completely stress-free. Their team caught several issues we’d have missed.” — A. Bishop, Retail Business Owner
“They helped us prepare consolidated annual accounts across multiple subsidiaries. We hit every deadline, and the investor deck looked fantastic.” — S. Riaz, Director, Software Group
“Extremely professional and detailed. The financial notes and director narrative exceeded our expectations.” — L. Young, CFO, Manufacturing Firm
Technology Stack We Support
- Xero, QuickBooks, Sage
- Hubdoc, Dext, AutoEntry
- Abacus, Iris, Nomisma
- HMRC & Companies House Portals
Our tech stack helps us deliver accurate and quick HMRC year end accounts with seamless reporting.
Why Choose Audit Consulting Group?
- Over a decade of UK compliance expertise
- Trusted by 1,500+ businesses nationwide
- Cloud-based, modern, and efficient
- Dedicated accountant for every client
- Fixed, transparent pricing
- Rapid turnaround with zero errors
Get Started Today
Don’t wait until deadlines loom. Let Audit Consulting Group handle your preparing annual accounts, submissions, and tax planning.
Contact us today to schedule a free initial consultation.
