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Corporate Tax Advice Manchester

Corporation tax is by no means simple. 

Maintaining accounting records, tracking changes to tax rates and thresholds, and checking everything has been expensed correctly. It’s enough to make your head spin. That’s why it pays to have an experienced corporate tax accountant on your side.

Based in Manchester, and with three decades worth of experience, our team are experts in all aspects of corporation tax. We’ll make sure your business is fully compliant, provide valuable insights to support growth, and tailor our service to meet the unique needs of your company as it evolves.

Contact us today for corporate tax advice that keeps you on track and penalty-free. Get started with a free consultation.

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I’ve had a fantastic experience with A&C Chartered Accountants. The team is professional, efficient, and genuinely committed to helping their clients. A special mention goes to Danny, who has been absolutely great, incredibly knowledgeable, approachable, and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure everything is clear and handled smoothly. His support has made the whole process stress-free. Highly recommend A&C for anyone looking for reliable and personable accounting services!
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A massive thank you to A&C chartered accountants. Superb service. Extremely reliable and friendly
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02/12/2025
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Very helpful - quick response and managed to deal with my VAT return super quickly in a time of need! Would recommend
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I had an outstanding experience with my accountant. They were incredibly helpful throughout the entire process of completing my UK tax return. Not only were they knowledgeable and efficient, but also exceptionally kind and patient. They guided me step by step, explained everything clearly, and made what could have been a stressful procedure feel easy and manageable. I truly appreciate the dedication and support they provided. Their professionalism and attention to detail were outstanding. I highly recommend their services and will definitely work with them again in the future.
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Phaethon
17/10/2025
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Thank you Paul! You put to rest 8 months of headache and back and forth emails with my past employers, and seemingly impossible P45 issues.
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What can I say? Paul has been an absolute lifesaver. After making the mistake of investing in the wrong accountant during my first year as a limited company, I felt overwhelmed and under-supported, until I found Paul. From our very first call, he gave me so much valuable, actionable information that I instantly knew I wanted to work with him. Paul consistently goes above and beyond. His knowledge is exceptional, his passion for what he does is evident, and his communication is always clear, timely, and supportive. I never feel like I’m navigating this alone. He answers every question, no matter how big or small, and regularly arranges check-ins that genuinely support both me and my business. When you're starting a company, it can be scary. You need someone who truly cares and knows what they’re doing and that’s exactly what I found in Paul. Choosing him and his team has been one of the best business decisions I’ve ever made. Thank you for everything. I cannot recommend you highly enough.
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Spoke to Paul over the phone regarding advice for self-assessment over my capital gains payment. He gave me the confidence to fill out the application form and make the payment myself; now A&C will be my first choice for any tax/accountancy problem in the future. Highly recommend
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A&C Chartered Accountants were very helpful, Steph helped massively. Will be deefinitely using them again in the future.
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On Jan 28th this year, I checked into my HMRC account to fill in my self assessment as usual where I found out that I owe HMRC 12000 pounds! This was a big surprise to me and I had no idea what was going on. I desperately called different accounting firms to help me, however as you can imagine, all firms were fully booked and no one had time before the 31st Jan deadline. After checking several firms, I called A&C as one of the firms popping up in my google search and Paul was very kind to help me. He used an app, connected to my laptop, went through my P60 and P45 and quickly making the calculation. As it turned out, my employer made a mistake and used a wrong tax code and hence I was actually owing HMRC the money. He was highly efficient and knowledgable, went above and beyond to help me and didn't even charge me for the time he spent on the phone with me. I highly recommend their service and would definitely use them in future, whenever I need help with tax or accounting.

How can we help?

In the UK, corporation tax is charged on a company’s profitable income. Income could come from providing a service, selling products, or making investments. Essentially, any trading activity that generates profits for your company is within the scope of corporation tax.

It doesn’t matter whether you’re a startup, SME, or multinational, every business operating in the UK must submit an annual company tax return and pay corporation tax (if they make a profit).

But there are nuances. For example, depending on your total profits, you may apply a different tax rate. And there are plenty of opportunities to offset your revenue and reduce your corporation tax bill.

That’s where we come in. We provide a range of corporate tax services to businesses of all shapes and sizes, from single director limited companies to fast-growing startups and beyond, including:

All in all, we understand the stress and time involved with running a business. By taking care of your company tax return, we take a huge burden off your shoulders. So you can focus on more important tasks, safe in the knowledge that your company accounts have been submitted accurately and on time by a team of experienced, qualified accountants.

Why choose A&C for corporate tax advice?

Three decades of experience

We're an ICAEW Chartered Accountant with nearly 30 years of experience. You can expect genuine expertise and tailored advice for your company.

Personal, family-firm

As an independent, family-owned firm, we treat your business as if it were our own. That's why our clients stick with us as they grow from startup to market leader.

Hundreds of 5-star reviews

We're proud of our work and the kind feedback we receive from our clients. Check out our reviews and testimonials to see what makes us so well-placed to help you.

Free initial advice

Book a consultation with our team to get free, no-obligation advice on your corporation tax liabilities and potential savings.

Plus, we’re a Xero Platinum Partner. Not only does this mean we’re a whizz with cloud accounting, making reporting and other business processes much easier, but it also means there are extra benefits that you, as our client, can access – like 24/7 support from the Xero Customer Service team.

Book a FREE consultation

For a free, no-obligation consultation, fill in the contact form below or call us on 0161 962 1855.

We’ll organise a time and date to discuss your business, your corporation tax obligations, and any questions you have. If you’d like to meet face-to-face, we have offices in centre of Manchester and in Sale.

FAQs

What is the current corporation tax rate?

Currently, the main rate of corporation tax is 25%. However, if your limited company has made a profit of less than £50,000, you’ll qualify for a reduced rate (19%). There is also a marginal relief system for businesses with profits between £50,000 and £250,000, providing a bridge between the reduced rate of 19% and the main rate of 25%.

Is my business liable for corporation tax?

It depends. For example, partnerships and sole traders do not pay corporation tax as they pay through income tax instead. Meanwhile, all limited companies, including international businesses with UK operations, are liable.

How is corporation tax calculated?

Corporation tax is calculated based on your company’s profits. First, simply deduct all allowable business costs and expenses from your annual revenue to determine your profit before tax. Then, apply the applicable rate to calculate your corporation tax bill.

When is corporation tax due, and how do I pay it?

Corporation tax is due 9 months and 1 day after the end of your accounting period. You can pay directly through HMRC’s online services portal.

What records do I need to keep?

You must keep records of all business income, expenses, assets, and liabilities. This is easier to do these days, now much of that information can be stored by cloud accounting software, such as Xero. These records form the basis of your tax returns and should be retained for six years after the end of the accounting period.

What reliefs or allowances can my company claim?

There’s a range of different reliefs and allowances a company can claim to offset their corporation tax bill:

  • Capital allowances on equipment, machinery and vehicles
  • Research and development (R&D) relief
  • Creative industries relief
  • Trading losses
  • Disincorporation relief
If you think some of these may apply to your business, get in touch and we’ll guide you through the process of making a claim.

Are there any other ways to reduce my bill?

Yes, absolutely. You can invest in allowable expenses to reduce your profits for the financial year and thus your corporation tax bill. There’s a balance to be found – most business owners and shareholders want to keep some profits for dividends and financial security. Yet, there can be a benefit to re-investing excess cash into your business, staff, pensions, and so on. We can advise on the best approach.

Do I need an accountant?

No, legally, you don’t need an accountant to manage your corporation tax but having an experienced tax team on hand can be a huge help. It can save you time and ease the stress of sifting through financial records.

Plus, with our help, you’ll have the peace of mind that you’ve met all compliance requirements, made the most of any opportunities to reduce your tax liability, and submitted everything correctly.

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