Accounting & Tax Compliance for United Kingdom
Bookkeeping, VAT/GST, payroll and reporting for businesses in United Kingdom, delivered by GstMan and Apskaita Solutions.
Accounting and tax in United Kingdom at a glance
| Item | Summary (indicative, October 2026) |
|---|---|
| Authority | HMRC and Companies House |
| Indirect tax | VAT: 20% standard, 5% reduced, 0%. Registration threshold £90,000 (from April 2024). |
| Corporate tax | Corporation tax 25% main rate; 19% small profits rate (up to £50,000) with marginal relief. |
Rates and thresholds change. Verify with the national tax authority. Statutory sign-off may require a locally licensed professional.
Our UK operations location
GstMan has an operations presence at Lexington Avenue, Maidenhead, United Kingdom. For UK businesses and Indian-origin entrepreneurs in London, Maidenhead and the Thames Valley, we offer bookkeeping, VAT returns (MTD-compatible), payroll and annual accounts support. Contact us to arrange a meeting.
Typical compliance calendar
- Quarterly VAT returns through Making Tax Digital software
- Annual accounts and corporation tax return (CT600); accounts filed with Companies House
- Confirmation statement every year
- Self Assessment for directors and sole traders (31 January)
- PAYE/RTI payroll, pensions auto-enrolment
- Making Tax Digital for Income Tax applies in phases from April 2026 to higher-income self-employed and landlords.
- Corporation tax payable 9 months and 1 day after year end for most companies.
What GstMan and Apskaita Solutions handle
- Outsourced bookkeeping and accounting
- Accounts payable and receivable management
- Payroll processing
- VAT / GST return preparation
- Management reports and KPI dashboards
- Year-end accounts and tax computation support
- Software setup (Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Sage, Tally)
- AI-based reconciliation and automation
Businesses we support
For Indian founders, NRIs and cross-border businesses
Indian NRIs in the UK must manage UK Self Assessment, Indian income reporting and DTAA credit. We also coordinate Indian filings (GST, ITR, FEMA) for cross-border structures and NRIs. See NRI tax filing from United Kingdom.
Delivered with Apskaita Solutions
GstMan collaborates with Apskaita Solutions, a bookkeeping and accounting outsourcing firm with US GAAP focus and global clients, offering 24/7 global support, AI-driven reconciliation and virtual finance teams. Local statutory sign-off is coordinated with licensed professionals in United Kingdom where required.
Frequently asked questions
Can GstMan handle accounting for businesses in United Kingdom?
Yes. We provide bookkeeping, payables/receivables, payroll, VAT/GST return preparation and reporting with our partner Apskaita Solutions, and coordinate local licensed advisers for statutory sign-off.
Which accounting software do you use for United Kingdom clients?
We work in the software you prefer, such as Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Sage or Tally, and can set it up for you.
How do I start?
Message us on WhatsApp or send the enquiry form with your business type and country. We will share a scope and proposal.
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