VAT
Essentially VAT is all about collecting taxes on behalf of the Government, so it is an important task to get right! For many businesses, though, it does represent an onerous and time-consuming task – which is where we come in.
For smaller and new businesses, timing your VAT registration is important as it impacts on your cashflows. We can help time your registration so it works best for you. There are many options when registering for VAT and the choice of standard or flat rate schemes, accruals or cash basis can be significant to you.
On-going, we can prepare your records for your VAT returns, or can prepare your returns and file them on your behalf. If you prefer to do them yourselves and just ask for us to cast an eye over them to ensure they are correct, we can do that too.
Making payments on time is also critical – but making sure you’ve not paid too much is as important to your business. Identifying potential refunds, and ensuring you’re not paying too much tax, is a topic at the very front of our accountants’ minds!
As with all our services, you can pick and mix which ones suit your own business – we can put together a unique, tailored package of accountancy services designed to work and deliver for your business.
Our VAT Team
I have been with the company for over 10 years in the bookkeeping and payroll department. I have seen us grow in this department with the work and the team members.
With a wide client base who I enjoy working closely with to get the VAT returns, CIS Returns, Payroll and bookkeeping processed.
I work with a lot of clients to get them up and running on their own bookkeeping, so they feel that they can still be in control but supported when they need it.
Before Barwell Accountants
I went straight into accountancy when I finished school, my experience is in both practise and industry.
Away from the office
I enjoy fitness, travelling and home décor. A black lab called Chester and a collie called Pat also keep me busy on time away from the office.
I have been part of Barwell Accountants for 8 years now, working in the Payroll and Bookkeeping department. I have enjoyed seeing this department grow over the years and welcoming new members to the team.
I enjoy the various elements of this job role from running VAT returns to running company Payrolls.
Before Barwell Accountants
I was working in Industry for many years and studied in my spare time to achieve my MAAT qualification.
Away from the office
I enjoy life on the farm with my Family. We have many animals to keep us busy in our spare time including Horses, sheep, Chickens Peacocks and of course our 3 dogs.
I also enjoy hiking, escape rooms and watching my two daughters play football.
I joined the company in 2020 after doing a business college course and taking an interest in accounts after experiencing a small factor of it.
I work in the payroll and bookkeeping department whilst also doing my level 3 advanced diploma in accounting with AAT. Within the short time I have worked here I have developed working relationships with clients as well as my colleagues and love working as part of the team.
I have enjoyed growing my knowledge more each day and learning new aspects to the job to meet the needs of clients which I work with.
Before Barwell Accountants
I worked in hospitality from the age of 15 onwards whilst in education before I began my employment with Barwell accountants.
Away from the office
Outside of work I really enjoy spending time with my horse Bounty. He is a palomino Welsh section D who loves rides in the forest. I love going on holiday – especially when I can take Bounty with me!