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MTD Returns
Quarterly VAT returns filed via Making Tax Digital using HMRC-recognised software. Digital links maintained throughout.
VAT Returns
MTD-compliant VAT, filed on time, every quarter.
Service Overview
VAT Returns
VAT looks simple until it isn't. Reverse charges, margin schemes, partial exemption, OSS, IOSS, EU rules — there are dozens of ways to get it wrong, and HMRC charges interest the moment you do. Our VAT service takes the guesswork out completely.
Specialism
VAT Returns
What's Included
A complete, joined-up service
Everything you need from your vat returns provider — under one roof, on one fixed fee.
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Scheme Selection
Standard, Cash, Annual, Flat Rate or Margin — we'll model each and recommend the most cash-efficient scheme for you.
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VAT Registration
Voluntary or mandatory VAT registration with HMRC, including effective date analysis to maximise input recovery.
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EU & Global VAT
OSS/IOSS for EU sales, reverse charge handling, place-of-supply rules and import VAT recovery via PVA.
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Construction Reverse Charge
DRC compliance for construction services — both as a supplier and as a customer of subcontractors.
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VAT Inspections & Disputes
Full representation during HMRC visits, post-clearance enquiries and tribunal cases.
How It Works
Our four-step process
Simple, transparent and built around your timeline — not ours.
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Records Review
We review your bookkeeping at the end of each VAT quarter to ensure all transactions are coded correctly.
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Return Drafted
Draft return prepared with supporting schedules and any unusual items flagged for your review.
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Approval & Filing
Once approved, the return is submitted to HMRC under MTD with confirmation receipts sent to you.
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Payment Reminder
We remind you of the VAT payment deadline (1 month and 7 days after quarter end) so nothing is ever late.
Who It's For
Is this right for you?
Our vat returnsservice is purpose-built for the situations below. If your circumstances aren't listed, get in touch — we've almost certainly seen it before.
- VAT-registered limited companies
- Sole traders trading above £85k
- E-commerce & dropshipping businesses
- Construction firms (DRC affected)
- Property developers & landlords
Speak to a Specialist
Get a fixed-fee quote for your vat returns requirements.
No commitment, no hard sell — just clear advice from a qualified UK accountant.
Common Questions
VAT Returns FAQs
Compulsory registration kicks in when your taxable turnover exceeds £90,000 in any rolling 12-month period (the threshold from April 2024). Voluntary registration below that can be advantageous if you sell B2B or recover significant input VAT.
FRS lets you pay a fixed % of your gross turnover instead of the difference between input and output VAT. It's simpler but isn't always more efficient — we'll model both and recommend the better option for your business.
Yes. Marketplace sales, multi-currency, OSS for EU consumers and IOSS for low-value imports are all handled. We integrate directly with your sales platform via Xero or QuickBooks.
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Other services you might need
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Taxation
Personal and corporate tax planning, self-assessment returns, capital gains, R&D credits and HMRC enquiry support — all year round, not just in January.
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Company Accounts
Statutory year-end accounts prepared in line with FRS 102/105 and filed with Companies House and HMRC — accurate, on time, every time.
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Bookkeeping
Cloud bookkeeping with Xero, QuickBooks or FreeAgent. Real-time visibility, bank-feed reconciliations and monthly management reports.
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Payroll
Weekly, fortnightly or monthly RTI payroll. Pension auto-enrolment, P60s, P11Ds, CIS deductions and full HMRC liaison.
Get Started Today
Ready to sort your vat returns?
Book a free 30-minute consultation. We'll review your situation, flag any quick wins and quote a fixed monthly fee.