File Company Accounts Online From £349 + VAT
Get your year-end accounts prepared and filed with Companies House and HMRC by experienced online accountants.
We prepare your statutory limited company accounts, calculate Corporation Tax, complete your CT600 Company Tax Return and handle the relevant electronic submissions — all for a transparent fixed fee.
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- Companies House filing included
- HMRC CT600 filing included
- All major bookkeeping software accepted
- Typical turnaround 7–14 days
Need to File Company Accounts?
To file company accounts in the UK, a limited company normally needs to prepare statutory annual accounts for Companies House and use the financial information to complete its Company Tax Return for HMRC. Our online accountants can prepare the accounts, calculate Corporation Tax, complete the CT600 and submit the required filings for you — with fixed prices starting from £349 + VAT.
Where Do Company Accounts Need to Be Filed?
Companies House and HMRC have different roles, meaning year-end company accounts normally lead to two related but separate filing requirements.
Companies House
Your company prepares statutory annual accounts and files the appropriate version with Companies House.
- Annual statutory accounts
- Correct accounts format
- Relevant statutory disclosures
- Electronic submission
- Confirmation of filing
HMRC
HMRC receives the financial information required for the company's Corporation Tax position.
- CT600 Company Tax Return
- Statutory accounts
- Corporation Tax computation
- Tax adjustments and allowances
- Electronic submission
Check Which Company Accounts Service You Need
Enter your annual turnover and gross assets below. We will identify the appropriate fixed-price accounts filing service and show the price before you order.
Check Your Accounts Filing Price
This checker uses our service pricing bands and does not determine your statutory Companies House size classification.
Sales up to £30,000
Gross assets up to £100,000
Suitable for straightforward owner-managed limited companies.
Order Small Accounts – £349Sales up to £100,000
Gross assets up to £250,000
Suitable for established companies with increased turnover or assets.
Order Medium Accounts – £549Sales up to £250,000
Gross assets up to £500,000
For larger owner-managed businesses requiring more substantial accounts preparation.
Order Large Accounts – £749What Is Included When We File Your Company Accounts?
Our fixed-price accounts filing service includes the core work required to prepare your year-end accounts and Corporation Tax submission.
How to File Company Accounts With Us
The whole process can be completed online without visiting an accountant's office.
Choose Your Package
Use the calculator or select your pricing band.
Complete Onboarding
We complete client identification, AML and engagement procedures.
Send Your Records
Provide bookkeeping records and relevant company information online.
We Prepare Everything
We prepare your statutory accounts, Corporation Tax computation and CT600.
Accounts Are Filed
Following approval, we submit the relevant filings electronically.
What Do I Need to Provide to File Company Accounts?
The information required depends on the business, but most companies can get started with the following records.
Financial Records
- Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or FreeAgent records
- Spreadsheet bookkeeping
- Business bank information
- Sales and expense details
- Asset purchases and disposals
- Loans and finance balances
Company & Tax Information
- Previous statutory accounts
- Company authentication information
- Corporation Tax UTR
- Payroll information
- Dividend details
- Director's loan transactions
Company Accounts Filing Deadlines
The Companies House accounts deadline, Corporation Tax payment date and Company Tax Return deadline are separate.
| Requirement | Typical Deadline | Filed / Paid To |
|---|---|---|
| First annual accounts | Normally 21 months after incorporation | Companies House |
| Subsequent annual accounts | Normally 9 months after the financial year end | Companies House |
| Corporation Tax payment | Normally 9 months and 1 day after the Corporation Tax accounting period ends | HMRC |
| Company Tax Return (CT600) | Normally 12 months after the Corporation Tax accounting period ends | HMRC |
What Is the Penalty for Filing Company Accounts Late?
If a private limited company's annual accounts reach Companies House after the filing deadline, an automatic late filing penalty normally applies. The amount increases according to how late the accounts are received.
| How Late the Accounts Are Filed | Private Limited Company Penalty |
|---|---|
| Not more than 1 month late | £150 |
| More than 1 month but not more than 3 months late | £375 |
| More than 3 months but not more than 6 months late | £750 |
| More than 6 months late | £1,500 |
Late Two Years in a Row?
The Companies House late filing penalty is generally doubled if company accounts are filed late in two successive financial years.
This means a private limited company that would normally receive a £1,500 penalty for filing more than six months late could face a £3,000 penalty where the consecutive late-filing rules apply.
What Happens If Company Accounts Are Not Filed?
Late filing penalties are separate from the potentially more serious consequences of failing to file accounts altogether.
- An automatic financial penalty may be issued
- The company may face enforcement action
- Directors remain responsible for ensuring accounts are delivered
- Persistent failure to file can put the company's registered status at risk
Can a Companies House Penalty Be Appealed?
A late filing penalty can be appealed, but Companies House generally expects exceptional or unexpected circumstances outside the company's control.
An appeal is less likely to succeed simply because the accounts were the company's first accounts, the company was dormant, funds were unavailable or responsibility had been left to an accountant.
Micro-Entity and Small Company Accounts
Statutory company size affects the accounting and reporting requirements that can apply. These legal thresholds are separate from our own fixed-price service bands.
| Company Category | Turnover | Balance Sheet Total | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Micro-entity | £1 million or less | £500,000 or less | 10 or fewer |
| Small company | £15 million or less | £7.5 million or less | 50 or fewer |
A company generally needs to satisfy at least two of the three relevant conditions to qualify for the category. Additional eligibility rules and exclusions can apply.
Who Is Our Company Accounts Filing Service For?
Our online accounts service is designed primarily for owner-managed UK limited companies that want their year-end accounts and Corporation Tax compliance handled professionally at a transparent fixed price.
Owner-Managed Companies
Small UK trading companies run by directors and shareholders.
Contractors & Consultants
Professional service companies requiring annual accounts and Corporation Tax filing.
Property Companies
Limited companies and SPVs holding investment property.
Online & eCommerce Businesses
Businesses using cloud bookkeeping and digital sales platforms.
First-Year Companies
New companies preparing and filing their first statutory accounts.
Companies Changing Accountant
Businesses wanting a straightforward fixed-price alternative.
Can I File Company Accounts Myself?
Filing Yourself
A director may be able to file company accounts without appointing an accountant if they understand the accounting requirements and are confident that the bookkeeping, year-end adjustments, disclosures and tax treatment are correct.
Directors remain responsible for the company's accounts even where an accountant is appointed.
Using an Accountant
An accountant can review the underlying records rather than simply submit the figures. This may identify issues involving expenses, depreciation, director's loan accounts, dividends, tax adjustments and allowances before filing.
Company Accounts Are Moving to Software Filing
Companies House is moving towards mandatory software filing of annual accounts. Under the current timetable, from 1 April 2028 companies will be required to file annual accounts using commercial software.
Using an online accountant already places your accounts preparation and filing within a digital workflow, helping your business prepare for the continuing move towards software-based company reporting.
File Company Accounts: Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about filing limited company accounts with Companies House and HMRC.
How do I file company accounts?
You first prepare statutory annual accounts from the company's accounting records. The appropriate accounts are then filed with Companies House. For an active company, the financial information is also normally used to prepare the Corporation Tax computation and Company Tax Return for HMRC.
Do company accounts go to Companies House or HMRC?
Both organisations may require financial information, but for different purposes. Companies House receives statutory accounts while HMRC normally receives accounts and tax information as part of the Corporation Tax filing.
How much does it cost to file company accounts?
Our fixed-price limited company accounts service starts from £349 + VAT for companies falling within our smallest published pricing band.
When must I file my company accounts?
First private-company accounts are normally due 21 months after incorporation. Subsequent annual accounts are normally due nine months after the company's financial year end.
What is the penalty for filing company accounts late?
For a private limited company, the Companies House late filing penalty is normally £150 if the accounts are not more than one month late, £375 if they are more than one month but not more than three months late, £750 if they are more than three months but not more than six months late, and £1,500 if they are more than six months late. The penalty can be doubled where accounts are filed late in two successive financial years.
What is a CT600?
CT600 is the main Company Tax Return used to report a company's Corporation Tax position to HMRC.
Can you file both Companies House accounts and my Corporation Tax return?
Yes. Our service includes preparation of the statutory accounts, Corporation Tax calculation, CT600 and the relevant electronic filings.
Can I file company accounts online?
Yes. Our service is completely online. You can provide your bookkeeping records electronically, approve the completed accounts remotely and have the relevant filings submitted without visiting an accountant's office.
Do dormant companies still need accounts?
Companies House generally still requires annual accounts from dormant companies. HMRC requirements depend on the company's tax status and whether HMRC requires a Company Tax Return.
Can you file my first company accounts?
Yes. We can prepare and file first-year accounts and explain the relevant Companies House and Corporation Tax deadlines.
What bookkeeping software do you accept?
We can work with Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, FreeAgent and properly organised bookkeeping spreadsheets.
How long does it take to file company accounts?
Our typical turnaround is approximately 7–14 days after receiving the information required to prepare your accounts. If your deadline is particularly close, contact us before ordering so we can confirm whether priority work is possible.
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