Key facts
- In Front Accounting is an ACCA practice based at First Floor, 105 High Street, Brentwood, Essex CM14 4RR.
- We work with clients in person around Brentwood and Essex and remotely across the UK.
- Phone or WhatsApp 01277 549101, Monday to Friday 9am–5pm.
- Limited company plans: Bronze £75 + VAT a month, Silver £125 + VAT a month, Gold £175 + VAT a month, Platinum £250 + VAT a month.
Who this is for
- Directors of new and established Essex limited companies
- Sole traders thinking about incorporating
- Companies unhappy with slow responses or surprise bills from their current accountant
What's included
Limited company plans (fixed monthly fees)
- Bronze — £75 + VAT a month: company accounts, Corporation Tax return, Confirmation Statement filing (Companies House fee excluded) and routine company secretarial updates.
- Silver — £125 + VAT a month: everything in Bronze plus director payroll, VAT returns reviewed and submitted, and a dedicated accountant for support and queries.
- Gold — £175 + VAT a month: adds payroll for up to 5 employees (monthly), pension regulator compliance and monthly pension filings, VAT returns prepared and submitted, and simple tax-saving strategies.
- Platinum — £250 + VAT a month: adds comprehensive tax planning, a quarterly business review, management reporting and priority support.
Not included / charged separately
- Bookkeeping is not part of the standard plans — you can keep your own books in cloud software, or ask us to quote.
- Companies House statutory filing fees are paid separately.
- Director personal Self Assessment is separate unless it is included in your proposal.
Prices exclude VAT. Full plan details are on our business pricing and individual pricing pages.
How getting started works
- Book a free call or send an enquiry — you speak to an accountant before signing up.
- Choose a fixed monthly plan and complete online sign-up and ID checks.
- If you already have an accountant, we send a professional clearance letter and request HMRC agent authorisation for you.
- We take over your deadlines and keep filings on track during the handover (usually two to four weeks end to end).
Frequently asked questions
How much does an accountant for a limited company cost?
Our limited company plans are £75 + VAT a month (Bronze), £125 + VAT a month (Silver), £175 + VAT a month (Gold) and £250 + VAT a month (Platinum). The right plan depends on whether you need payroll, VAT and tax planning.
Are year-end accounts and Corporation Tax included?
Yes. Company accounts and the Corporation Tax return are included in every limited company plan.
Is the Confirmation Statement included?
Yes. Confirmation Statement filing and routine company secretarial updates are included in every limited company plan. The Companies House filing fee is excluded.
Is payroll included?
Director payroll is included from Silver. Gold and Platinum include monthly payroll for up to 5 employees, plus pension regulator compliance and monthly pension filings.
Is VAT included?
Silver includes reviewing and submitting your VAT returns. Gold and Platinum include preparing and submitting them.
Can I switch from my current accountant?
Yes. We send a professional clearance letter to your previous accountant, request HMRC agent authorisation and handle the handover. Switching usually takes two to four weeks end to end; HMRC authorisation codes are typically posted within about 7–10 working days.
Can I speak to an accountant before signing up?
Yes. You can book a free call online or phone 01277 549101 to talk through what you need before choosing a plan.
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