Whether
you're managing corporation tax or filing a self-assessment, staying on top of
your tax obligations is essential to keeping your business running smoothly.
Mistakes can be expensive—and that’s why you need
to understand what taxes apply to your business, and when they’re due.
This
guide breaks down the main types of business tax in the UK and explains how
your structure affects what you need to pay. Plus, we’ll show how small
business accountants in London can help you stay compliant
and avoid costly mistakes.
What taxes might your business need to pay?
The
taxes your business owes depend on a few key factors:
·
How your
business is set up
·
How you pay
yourself (drawings, salary, dividends)
·
The amount of
profit your business makes
You may
not have to pay every type of business tax, but which ones may apply can help
you plan better and run your business more efficiently.
Here
are the main taxes small businesses in the UK should be aware of:
·
Income tax
·
Corporation
tax
·
Capital gains
tax
·
National
Insurance
·
Dividend tax
·
Business rates
·
VAT
How the business structure affects tax
Your
tax responsibilities will vary depending on how your business is structured and
whether you employ others. All businesses are taxed on profits, but how those
taxes are calculated and paid depends on whether you operate as a sole trader
or a limited company. If you’re just starting out, our small
business accountants in London can help you pick the right
structure that complies with HMRC requirements.
Sole traders
As a
sole trader, you own the business yourself, without any partners or directors, though
you can still hire employees. You take on full responsibility and make all the
decisions for any business debts, including taxes.
You’ll
pay income tax on your profits once they exceed the personal allowance. In
addition, you’ll need to pay National Insurance contributions. And you must
register for VAT if your turnover exceeds £85,000 in a 12-month period.
Limited companies
A
limited company is recognised as a legally separate entity from the owners. It
must be registered with Companies House to receive a company registration
number.
If you
run a limited company, you must pay corporation tax on profits. You’ll also
need to register for VAT if your taxable turnover goes above £85,000 and you
provide goods or services subject to VAT.
Let’s take the guesswork out of business taxes.
Hiring small
business accountants in London is the best way to efficiently handle your business taxes. They
can help you make the most of available deductions and stay on top of all your
obligations.
If
you're looking to reduce your tax bill and run your business more efficiently,
give us a call at 0208 914 8887. At Allenby
Accountants, we offer a free, no-obligation consultation to
demonstrate how our services can support your operations.
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