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Accountancy & Business Support for startups and new business owners

Starting a business is an exciting journey, but managing the complexities of compliance, tax, and planning often requires expert guidance. At BAS, we provide a full suite of services tailored to help UK business owners & entrepreneurs set up and grow their businesses successfully. From company formation to business coaching and beyond, we’re here to ensure you get the support you need to set yourself up for success. Explore our services below to see how we can help you build a strong foundation for your business.
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Company Formation

Choosing the right structure for your business is crucial. At BAS, we offer expert guidance on selecting the best structure—whether you operate as a limited company, sole trader, partnership, or another entity – to ensure it aligns with your financial goals and obligations.

Guidance on choosing the right structure: sole trader, limited company, or partnership.

Registration with HMRC and Companies House.

Assistance with VAT, PAYE

Advice regarding opening business bank accounts.

Starting off on the wrong foot can lead to penalties or missed opportunities. We ensure every aspect of any required company formation is handled professionally, so you’re fully compliant and tax efficient.
Company Formation
Year-End Accounts and Corporation Tax
Management Accounts
Personal Tax Returns for Business Owners

Company Formation

Choosing the right structure for your business is crucial. At BAS, we offer expert guidance on selecting the best structure—whether you operate as a limited company, sole trader, partnership, or another entity – to ensure it aligns with your financial goals and obligations.

  • Guidance on choosing the right structure: sole trader, limited company, or partnership.
  • Registration with HMRC and Companies House.
  • Assistance with VAT, PAYE
  • Advice regarding opening business bank accounts.

Starting off on the wrong foot can lead to penalties or missed opportunities. We ensure every aspect of any required company formation is handled professionally, so you’re fully compliant and tax efficient.

Year-End Accounts and Corporation Tax

Year-end accounts are essential for compliance and understanding your business’s financial performance. For businesses liable for corporation tax, we provide:

  • Accurate preparation and submission of year-end accounts to HMRC and Companies House.
  • Expert advice on claiming allowable expenses and deductions to minimise your corporation tax bill.
  • Support in maintaining compliance while identifying opportunities to maximise profitability.

If your current structure isn’t the most tax-efficient, we’ll guide you on how to adjust it for better financial outcomes. By tailoring our advice to your specific circumstances, we ensure your business is set up for long-term success and compliance.

Let BAS take the stress out of managing your accounts while helping you make informed decisions about your business structure.

Management Accounts

Track your financial performance and make data-driven decisions with our management accounts service.

  • Monthly or quarterly reports tailored to your needs.
  • Insights into cash flow, profitability, and performance metrics.
  • Support with budgeting and forecasting.

Regular management accounts help you identify trends and opportunities early, setting your business up for sustainable growth.

Personal Tax Returns for Business Owners

Filing your personal tax return doesn’t have to be stressful.

  • Accurate preparation and filing of self-assessment tax returns.
  • Guidance on allowable expenses and dividend income reporting.
  • Tax planning to reduce your liabilities.

Without expert advice, many business owners miss deductions, costing them money. We ensure your personal tax affairs are optimised and compliant.

Company Formation

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Year-End Accounts & Corporation Tax

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Management Accounts

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Year-End Accounts and Corporation Tax

Year-end accounts are essential for compliance and understanding your business’s financial performance. For businesses liable for corporation tax, we provide:

Accurate preparation and submission of year-end accounts to HMRC and Companies House.

Expert advice on claiming allowable expenses and deductions to minimise your corporation tax bill.

Support in maintaining compliance while identifying opportunities to maximise profitability.

If your current structure isn’t the most tax-efficient, we’ll guide you on how to adjust it for better financial outcomes. By tailoring our advice to your specific circumstances, we ensure your business is set up for long-term success and compliance.

Let BAS take the stress out of managing your accounts while helping you make informed decisions about your business structure.

Management Accounts

Track your financial performance and make data-driven decisions with our management accounts service.

Monthly or quarterly reports tailored to your needs.

Insights into cash flow, profitability, and performance metrics.

Support with budgeting and forecasting.

Regular management accounts help you identify trends and opportunities early, setting your business up for sustainable growth.

Personal Tax Returns for Business Owners

Filing your personal tax return doesn’t have to be stressful.

Accurate preparation and filing of self-assessment tax returns.

Guidance on allowable expenses and dividend income reporting.

Tax planning to reduce your liabilities.

Without expert advice, many business owners miss deductions, costing them money. We ensure your personal tax affairs are optimised and compliant.

Bookkeeping

Accurate bookkeeping is the backbone of your business finances.

Accurate tracking of income and expenses.

Regular financial reports for better decision-making.

Integration with accounting software for efficiency.

DIY bookkeeping can lead to costly errors and wasted time. Let us handle the numbers so you can focus on growing your business.

VAT Returns

VAT compliance can be complex, but we make it simple for our clients.

Assistance with VAT registration and scheme selection.

Accurate preparation and submission of VAT returns.

Advice on minimising VAT liabilities.

Avoid penalties and overpayments by entrusting your VAT to professionals who know the rules inside out (We’ve had years of training – put our training to good use and free up your time to focus your expertise on your business).

Payroll

Ensure your employees and partners are paid accurately and on time.

Full payroll management, including payslips and HMRC submissions.

Pension contributions and auto-enrolment compliance.

Advice on payroll tax reliefs and allowances.

Many businesses miss out on savings that can come with making the right allowance claims – something our professionals are trained in spotting! We ensure your payroll is compliant, efficient, and cost-effective.

Company Secretarial & Registered Office

Simplify your administrative obligations with our expert support.

Provision of a registered office address.

Filing of statutory documents with Companies House.

Maintenance of company records and registers.

Missing statutory deadlines can result in fines. We ensure you remain compliant and organised.

Accounting Software & Solutions

Streamline your finances with the right tools.

Recommendations for the best accounting software for your needs.

Full setup, integration, and training.

Ongoing support to automate invoicing, bookkeeping, and reporting.

Efficient software saves time and reduces errors. Let us ensure your systems are set up for success.

Tax Planning

Proactive tax planning saves you money and protects your profits.

Strategies to reduce business and personal tax liabilities.

Advice on capital allowances, dividends, and expenses.

Ongoing support to adapt to changing tax laws.

Most business owners unknowingly overpay taxes. Our expert planning ensures you only pay what’s necessary.
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Virtual Accounts Department

Comprehensive financial management without hiring in-house staff.

Bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, and tax return services.

A dedicated point of contact for all your accounting needs.

Scalable solutions as your business grows.

Access expert support at a fraction of the cost of an in-house team.

Business Coaching

Achieve your business and personal goals with expert coaching.

Guidance on strategy, growth, and overcoming challenges.

Support for improving profitability and efficiency.

Tailored plans to suit your unique business needs.

Did you know? Businesses with a coach are 70% more likely to achieve their goals. Let us help you reach yours.
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Business Planning

Turn your vision into reality with a robust business plan.

Financial forecasting and budgeting.

Clear strategies for marketing, operations, and scalability.

Support with setting realistic goals and KPIs.

A solid business plan increases your chances of success and investors (oh, did we mention we’ve supported clients receive over £1.2M in investor funding in 2024 lone?!).

Financial Awareness Coaching

Understand your numbers and take control of your finances.

Learn how to interpret financial reports.

Develop budgeting and forecasting skills.

Gain confidence in making financial decisions.

Many business owners feel overwhelmed by finances. We simplify the numbers so you can make informed decisions.

Succession Planning

Plan for the future of your business with confidence.

Strategies for passing your business to the next generation.

Valuation and preparation for selling your business.

Legal and tax advice to maximise value.

A lack of succession planning can lead to lost value or disputes. We ensure your business transitions smoothly.

Marketing Planning

Grow your business with a results-driven marketing plan.

Identifying your target audience and positioning.

Strategies for digital and offline marketing.

Budgeting and measuring ROI.

Effective marketing drives growth. Let us help you create a plan that delivers results.

Help Without Hiring

Access the expertise you need without increasing overheads.

Support for finance, operations, and strategy.

Scalable solutions to match your business needs.

Flexible arrangements to save costs.

Why hire in-house when you can access expert support when you need it?… and scale it up and down in line with your needs.

Wills & LPA’s

Protect your personal and business legacy with professional guidance.

Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.

Advice on inheritance tax and estate planning.

Ensuring your wishes are respected.

Many people put off estate planning, but it’s essential for securing your future and protecting your loved ones.

Why Choose BAS?

At BAS Associates, we provide expert support tailored to your business’s unique needs. Our proactive approach ensures compliance, optimises your finances, and empowers you to focus on what you do best – running and growing your business.
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Regardless of the services you select all clients will benefit from:

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Free ongoing advice

We want you to succeed

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Access all historic and current accounts or returns at any time

No surprises

We will never send you a surprise bill for calls, emails or meetings

We keep it simple

We're not a fan of jargon either

Peace of mind

If we say we're going to do it, it will get done

Value for money

We work as efficiently and price as competitively as possible

Everything starts with a conversation,
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