Companion Accountancy

Companion Accountancy Providing bespoke, specialist support to contractors, freelancers, landlords and small businesses

📣 Spread the word and earn this September! Refer a friend to Companion Accountancy and receive £150 for every new Profes...
30/09/2025

📣 Spread the word and earn this September! Refer a friend to Companion Accountancy and receive £150 for every new Professional or Professional Plus client who joins us.

Happy with the expert support and friendly service you get? Share that experience with your friends, family, or colleagues, whether they’re starting out or need dependable accounting help, we’ve got them covered.

✅ It’s simple: just fill out the referral form and let your friend know we’ll reach out!

👉Refer a friend form: https://companionaccountancy.co.uk/refer-a-friend/?utm_source=brevo&utm_campaign=Newsletter%20December%202024&utm_medium=email

Thank you for helping us support and grow our local business community in Aylesbury!

📞 Call us on 01296 468 185
📧 Email us at [email protected]

A season of balance & business planning 🍁As day and night find their balance this autumn equinox, it’s the perfect time ...
22/09/2025

A season of balance & business planning 🍁

As day and night find their balance this autumn equinox, it’s the perfect time for small business owners to take stock, review your finances, revisit your goals, and get ready for what’s ahead.

The Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, expected in late October or early November, is likely to bring changes that could impact your business. From tax adjustments to potential cost shifts, being prepared is key.

At Companion Accountancy, we’re here to guide you through these upcoming changes and help keep your business on a strong, steady course. Need tailored advice or support? Just get in touch, we’ve got your back.

📞 Call us on 01296 468 185
📧 Email: [email protected]

📚 Welcome to September’s Accountancy Jargon Buster!This month, we’re demystifying “Payment on Account”, a term that ofte...
16/09/2025

📚 Welcome to September’s Accountancy Jargon Buster!

This month, we’re demystifying “Payment on Account”, a term that often puzzles many small business owners and contractors.

Payment on Account is a system HMRC uses to collect your Self Assessment tax in advance. Instead of paying your full tax bill in one go, you make two payments, usually in January and July, each covering half of your previous year’s tax bill.

💡 Pro tip: Keeping track of your profits throughout the year can help you avoid overpaying or unexpected bills when payments on account are due. If your income drops, you can ask HMRC to reduce your payments.

Understanding Payment on Account means better cash flow management and fewer surprises at tax time!

Got a tricky term you want us to explain next? Let us know in the comments!

📞 Call us on 01296 468 185
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👏 Another month, another round of fantastic feedback from our wonderful clients! Whether it’s helping new business owner...
04/09/2025

👏 Another month, another round of fantastic feedback from our wonderful clients!

Whether it’s helping new business owners get started or supporting long-time clients through tight deadlines, our team is here to make accounting as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Here’s what a few clients had to say this month:
💬 “She is proactive, engaging and I would say the nicest accountant I've worked with :-)” – Michael
💬 “I couldn't be happier with the service… I cannot recommend Companion enough!” – George
💬 “Not only was he fast, Ben provided clear explanations... The price charged was also very reasonable.” – Alexandra

🙌 Well done to Summon, Alfie, Olivia, and Ben for going above and beyond!

If you’d like the same expert, friendly support, we’re just a call or email away.

📞 Call us on 01296 468 185
📧 Email us at [email protected]

📅 September deadlines incoming! As we move into September, now’s the time to refocus after the summer holidays and keep ...
01/09/2025

📅 September deadlines incoming!

As we move into September, now’s the time to refocus after the summer holidays and keep your finances in check. Staying ahead of these deadlines avoids unnecessary stress and we’re here to help make it easy.

Here are the key deadlines to keep in mind this month:
📌 1st September – Deadline for corporation tax due for accounting periods ending 30th November 2024
📌 7th September – VAT return and payment deadline for July quarter (monthly/quarterly stagger 1)
📌 19th September – PAYE and NICs payment deadline (postal)
📌 22nd September – PAYE and NICs payment deadline (electronic)

💡 Pro tip: September is a great time to review your business finances ahead of Q4, check in on budgets, revisit goals, and prepare early for year-end.

If you're unsure what applies to you, or need support staying compliant, we’re just a call or email away.

📞 Call us on 01296 468 185
📧 Email us at [email protected]

If you’re a landlord or self-employed and have dabbled in cryptocurrency – even just occasionally – it’s time to pay att...
28/08/2025

If you’re a landlord or self-employed and have dabbled in cryptocurrency – even just occasionally – it’s time to pay attention.

HMRC is tightening its grip on digital assets (or cryptoassets), with new international reporting rules coming into effect from January 2026. These changes could lead to fines of up to £300, or even more, if you’re found to be non-compliant.

This isn’t scare-mongering. It’s about understanding the upcoming rules and taking steps now to ensure you’re on the right side of the law.

If you have questions or if we can help in any way, please call our expert team on 01296 468 185, or email [email protected].

🔗 https://companionaccountancy.co.uk/hmrc-are-going-after-crypto-tax-dodgers-could-you-be-at-risk-of-a-300-fine/

📣 Let your referrals work for you this August – earn £150 with our Refer a Friend offer! Love the service you get at Com...
26/08/2025

📣 Let your referrals work for you this August – earn £150 with our Refer a Friend offer!

Love the service you get at Companion Accountancy? Share the support with your network! If you're a Professional or Professional Plus client, you'll receive £150 for every friend, family member, or colleague you refer who signs up with us.

Whether they’ve just launched a business or need reliable accounting support, we’re here to help and we’d love your help spreading the word.

✅ It’s easy to refer – just fill out the form below (and make sure your friend knows we’ll be in touch)

👉 Refer a friend form: https://companionaccountancy.co.uk/refer-a-friend/?utm_source=brevo&utm_campaign=Newsletter%20December%202024&utm_medium=email

Thank you for your continued support and for helping us grow our local business community!

📞 Call us on 01296 468 185
📧 Email us at [email protected]

When it comes to VAT, even the biggest brands aren’t immune from scrutiny. Marks & Spencer (M&S) is currently at the cen...
21/08/2025

When it comes to VAT, even the biggest brands aren’t immune from scrutiny. Marks & Spencer (M&S) is currently at the centre of a legal battle with HMRC over the classification – and therefore the VAT treatment, of one of its food items: a strawberry sandwich.

It might sound trivial, but the implications reach far beyond the high street and into the accounting practices of small businesses and contractors across the UK.

So why exactly is HMRC taking M&S to court? And what can you, as a business owner/director, learn from it?

If you have questions or if we can help in any way, please call our expert team on 01296 468 185, or email [email protected].

🔗 https://companionaccountancy.co.uk/hmrc-takes-ms-to-court-over-its-strawberry-sandwich-what-small-businesses-can-learn/

📚 It’s time for August’s Accountancy Jargon Buster!This month, we’re unpacking “Corporation Tax” – a key term every limi...
19/08/2025

📚 It’s time for August’s Accountancy Jargon Buster!

This month, we’re unpacking “Corporation Tax” – a key term every limited company owner needs to understand 💼

Corporation Tax is the tax your company pays on its profits. That includes trading profits, investments, and chargeable gains. The current main rate (as of 2025) is 25%, but small companies with profits under £50,000 may qualify for a lower marginal rate.

💡 Pro tip: Staying on top of your allowable expenses and planning your dividends smartly can help you manage your Corporation Tax bill more efficiently.

Understanding Corporation Tax is vital to avoiding surprises and staying compliant with HMRC and we’re here to make it easier.

Got a confusing tax term you'd like us to explain next? Drop it in the comments below!

📞 Call us on 01296 468 185
📧 Email: [email protected]

If you’re a small business owner or contractor, you may have noticed a change in your tax code recently.Whether this app...
15/08/2025

If you’re a small business owner or contractor, you may have noticed a change in your tax code recently.

Whether this appeared on your latest payslip, pension payment, or a notification from HMRC, it’s important to understand what your tax code means, and what actions to take if you believe something’s not quite right.

In this blog, we break down why it might change, how to check it, and what to do if you think it’s wrong.

If you have questions or if we can help in any way, please call our expert team on 01296 468 185, or email [email protected].

🔗 https://companionaccountancy.co.uk/has-your-tax-code-changed-heres-what-to-do/

Big day for students across the country! 📚Today is A-Level Results Day and GCSE Results Day is just around the corner. W...
14/08/2025

Big day for students across the country! 📚

Today is A-Level Results Day and GCSE Results Day is just around the corner. We’re sending a huge good luck to everyone receiving their results!

No matter what those envelopes or emails say, be proud of how far you’ve come and excited for the opportunities ahead. Your journey is just beginning.

From all of us at Companion Accountancy, you’ve got this! 👏

If you’re a landlord or sole trader with income over £30,000, there’s a major change coming to the way you manage your t...
12/08/2025

If you’re a landlord or sole trader with income over £30,000, there’s a major change coming to the way you manage your tax affairs.

From April 2026, Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD for ITSA) will become mandatory for many individuals. With under a year to go, now is the time to understand what’s changing and how to prepare.

If you have questions or if we can help in any way, please call our expert team on 01296 468 185, or email [email protected].

🔗 https://companionaccountancy.co.uk/making-tax-digital-is-coming-in-april-2026-are-you-ready/

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