I have used Yorkshire Accountancy for 5 years and would highly recommend them. Great communication and provided great advice when I was unsure about accountancy tasks. Always happy to help.
Looking for an accountant in Leeds who understands small businesses, sole traders and growing limited companies? Yorkshire Accountancy supports businesses and individuals across Leeds and West Yorkshire with practical accountancy services, including annual accounts, corporation tax returns, bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, Self Assessment and company formation.
Leeds is home to one of the largest regional economies outside London, with strong legal, financial services, digital and tech, manufacturing, retail and hospitality sectors across the city centre, Holbeck and South Bank, and the wider urban area. Whatever industry you operate in, we combine that sector awareness with hands-on accountancy support.
Whether you are starting out, switching accountant or looking for more proactive support, our Leeds accountants can help keep your finances organised and your tax position under control.
Looking for Leeds accountants who understands small businesses, sole traders and growing limited companies?
Yorkshire Accountancy supports clients across Leeds and West Yorkshire with practical, jargon-free accountancy services, including annual accounts, corporation tax returns, bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, Self Assessment and company formation.
Whether you are starting out, switching accountant or looking for more proactive support, we can help keep your finances organised and your tax position under control.
If you run a limited company in Leeds, there are several filing and tax responsibilities to manage each year. We can help with your statutory accounts, Corporation Tax return, Companies House filing, bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and director tax planning.
Yorkshire Accountancy prepares company accounts, calculates Corporation Tax liabilities and files Company Tax Returns, including the CT600, with HMRC for Leeds limited companies. We also help businesses budget for their Corporation Tax payments.
Key deadlines and filings to be aware of include your annual accounts filing with Companies House (usually 9 months after your company year end), your Corporation Tax payment deadline (usually 9 months and 1 day after year end), your CT600 filing deadline (12 months after year end), and your annual Confirmation Statement, which confirms your company’s registered details are up to date. Missing these deadlines can result in automatic penalties from both Companies House and HMRC, so we build reminders into our process well ahead of each due date.
For company directors, we can advise on salary and dividend planning, director’s loan accounts, pension contributions, business expenses and the most tax-efficient way to take money from the company. This includes managing your exposure to dividend tax and understanding how dividend and salary levels interact with your personal tax position.
You get clear advice without unnecessary jargon, so you understand both the compliance side and the commercial impact of your decisions.
For sole traders and self-employed people in Leeds, we can help you stay on top of your records, claim allowable expenses, prepare your Self Assessment tax return and plan ahead for tax payments. We work with freelancers, tradespeople, consultants, landlords and small local businesses who want clear advice without unnecessary complexity. You can also read more about our support for sole trader accountants and self assessment.
One of the most common questions we’re asked by Leeds business owners is whether to trade as a sole trader or set up a limited company. There is no single right answer, it depends on your profit levels, growth plans and appetite for admin.
Many businesses start as sole traders and incorporate once profits reach a level where the tax and liability benefits outweigh the extra admin. We can talk you through the numbers for your specific situation before you decide.
VAT & bookkeeping can quickly become time-consuming as your business grows. We help Leeds businesses keep accurate records, meet HMRC deadlines and reduce the admin burden.
Our bookkeeping support can include bank reconciliations, sales invoices, purchase invoices, receipt capture, bookkeeping clean-up work and regular reporting, following proper double-entry principles so your trial balance, profit and loss account and balance sheet stay accurate and up to date. This gives you a clearer picture of cash flow, profit and upcoming tax liabilities.
For VAT-registered businesses, we can help with VAT returns, VAT registration, Making Tax Digital (MTD) for VAT compliance, VAT scheme reviews (including Flat Rate and Cash Accounting schemes) and general VAT advice. Making Tax Digital for VAT requires VAT-registered businesses to keep digital records and submit VAT returns through compatible software, unless exempt. This includes businesses that registered voluntarily and trade below the VAT registration threshold.
Sole traders and landlords with qualifying income should also be aware of MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD ITSA), which is a separate requirement from MTD for VAT.
If you are starting a business in Leeds, getting the structure right from the beginning can save time, tax and admin later. We can help you decide whether to trade as a sole trader, partnership or limited company, and explain the practical differences in plain English.
Our company formation support can include registering the company, choosing the right SIC code, setting up shareholders and directors, registering for Corporation Tax, PAYE, VAT or CIS where needed, and getting your bookkeeping software ready from day one.
We can also help you understand what records you need to keep, what expenses you can claim, when your first tax bills may be due and how much you should set aside for HMRC.
As your business grows, the numbers usually become more complex. You may need VAT returns, payroll, management accounts, cash flow forecasts, finance reports or better bookkeeping processes.
We help Leeds businesses move from reactive accounting to proactive financial management. Yorkshire Accountancy prepares periodic management accounts for Leeds businesses, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets and selected performance ratios. These reports help business owners assess trading performance and plan cash flow. We agree the reporting frequency around the information your business needs.
If you’re looking to raise finance, we can help prepare the management information lenders and investors typically ask for, and advise on routes such as business loans, invoice finance, asset finance and, where applicable, schemes like the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) or Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) for qualifying companies raising investment.
Good accounts should do more than keep HMRC happy. They should help you make better decisions.
Yorkshire Accountancy also provides capital allowances and Research and Development tax relief support. Explore our dedicated service pages for information about the work involved, then contact our team to discuss your circumstances.
Beyond your business, we can also help with your personal tax position. This includes Capital Gains Tax planning if you sell property, shares or other assets, Inheritance Tax planning to help manage what passes to your family, and tax planning around property income for landlords. Where your personal and business finances interact, such as extracting profit from a limited company or planning for retirement, we look at the whole picture, not just one tax return in isolation.
Yorkshire Accountancy supports individuals, sole traders, limited companies and organisations across Leeds and the surrounding areas. Whether you are based in Leeds City Centre, Holbeck and South Bank, Horsforth, Headingley, Chapel Allerton, Roundhay, Pudsey, Morley, Armley, Kirkstall or elsewhere nearby, our team can provide practical accountancy, tax and business advice tailored to your circumstances.
Leeds’ economy spans legal and financial services in the city centre, a growing digital and tech sector, manufacturing and engineering businesses across the wider district, and a strong independent retail and hospitality scene. We work with Leeds clients across these sectors, helping them stay compliant, understand their numbers and make better financial decisions.
Many Leeds business owners want certainty over their accountancy costs, which is why Yorkshire Accountancy offers fixed-fee accountancy support with monthly payments. We quote for the work your business needs, taking account of transaction volumes, payroll requirements and the services selected. Your quote sets out the agreed fee and service scope before you sign up.
Your fee will depend on the type of business you run, the services you need, whether you are VAT registered, whether you employ staff and how much bookkeeping support is required. A sole trader needing an annual tax return will usually need a different level of support from a limited company with payroll, VAT, monthly bookkeeping and management accounts.
As a general guide, sole trader packages tend to sit at the lower end, with limited company packages costing more once payroll, VAT and monthly bookkeeping are added. Rather than quote a generic figure that may not reflect your circumstances, we always provide a tailored quote once we understand your business.
A fixed monthly fee can make it easier to budget for accountancy support while giving you access to advice throughout the year, not just when a deadline is approaching. We will explain what is included before you sign up, so you know whether your package covers bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, accounts, tax returns, software support and ongoing advice. For more information request a tailored quote.
Yorkshire Accountancy is built around practical advice, fixed fees, responsive communication and long-term client relationships. We do not just prepare accounts at the end of the year; we help business owners understand their numbers, meet deadlines, plan for tax and make better financial decisions.
Our team includes members of professional bodies including the ICPA (Institute of Certified Practising Accountants) and the IFA (Institute of Financial Accountants), and we hold professional indemnity insurance for your peace of mind. If you want to know more about how we work and meet the people behind the advice, see why choose us and meet the team.
Need help with your accounts, tax, bookkeeping, VAT or payroll? Get in touch with Yorkshire Accountancy to discuss what you need and find out whether we are the right fit for your Leeds business. You can get a quote, book a discovery call or contact us and we will point you in the right direction.
Cloud accounting software can save time, improve accuracy and give you a clearer view of your business finances. We can help Leeds businesses set up or improve systems such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, FreeAgent and Dext, including bank feeds, invoice templates, receipt capture, VAT settings, payroll integrations and reporting. We can also provide training and ongoing support so you feel confident using the software day to day.
Yorkshire Accountancy supports clients across Yorkshire, including Hull, Bradford, York, Sheffield, Beverley, Scunthorpe. If this is not the right location for you, visit our accountants across Yorkshire page to find accountancy support in your area.
Yorkshire Accountancy quotes for payroll services for Leeds businesses according to employee numbers, pay frequency and the work required. Request a quote that identifies payroll processing, HMRC reporting, pension administration and any additional BACS payment charges.
Yes, we certainly do! We help small to medium sized businesses with anything from monthly payroll, self-assessment and bookkeeping to limited company formations and VAT. For our clients in Leeds, our services are completely bespoke to your specific business needs.
Not always, as many accountancy tasks can be handled online, but working with an accountant who understands Yorkshire businesses can still be helpful. We support clients in Leeds and across the wider region through a mix of phone, email, cloud software and practical advice.
Yes. We can guide you through the switch, contact your previous accountant for professional clearance and help gather the information needed to take over your accounts, tax, bookkeeping, VAT or payroll.
Yes. We support sole traders, self-employed individuals, landlords, partnerships and limited companies, with services tailored to your structure and stage of business.
Yes. Many Leeds businesses prefer to keep bookkeeping, VAT returns and payroll under one roof, as it helps keep records consistent and reduces the risk of missed deadlines or duplicated work.
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Our goal is to remove as much time and stress from the accounting side of your business so that you can focus on what matters more to you.
