FCCA Qualified18+ YearsDartford · Kent · UK-wide
Accountancy, tax & more.
Made simple.
Your financial partner for what comes next — stress-free accounting for individuals and businesses across the UK. Fixed fees. Fast responses. No jargon. No surprises.
- Fixed, transparent fees
- Replies within 12 hours
- HMRC deadlines always met
Limited switching offer
Save 40%
We guarantee to beat your current accountant’s fees by 40% — with no compromise on service.
- Fixed fees agreed upfront
- No hidden charges
- Full support included
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18+
Years of experience
FCCA
Chartered Certified Accountant
12 hrs
Guaranteed response time
7 days
Support every week
Our Services
Everything your business needs, under one roof
From day-to-day bookkeeping to year-end accounts and HMRC’s new digital tax rules — all at fixed, agreed fees.
Bookkeeping
Stay organised with accurate, up-to-date records.
- Day-to-day bookkeeping
- Bank reconciliations
- Digital bookkeeping (MTD-ready)
- Expense & income tracking
Annual Accounts
Clear, compliant year-end accounts for individuals and businesses.
- Sole trader & partnership accounts
- Limited company accounts
- Companies House filings
- Simple explanations of your numbers
Tax Returns
We handle the numbers — and the HMRC stress.
- Self Assessment
- Corporation Tax (CT600)
- Partnership returns
- Capital Gains Tax & HMRC correspondence
Payroll & CIS
Reliable payroll and contractor support.
- Monthly payroll
- Payslips & RTI submissions
- CIS deductions & returns
- Pension auto-enrolment
VAT Services
Accurate VAT support for every scheme.
- VAT registration
- VAT returns
- MTD for VAT
- Flat Rate, Cash Accounting & Standard schemes
Business Start-Up
Start your business with confidence.
- Company formation
- HMRC registration
- Choosing the right structure
- Bookkeeping system setup
Management Accounts
Stay in control with regular insights.
- Monthly / quarterly reports
- Cashflow forecasting
- Budgeting
- Performance analysis
MTD for Income TaxNew rules
Get ready for HMRC’s new digital rules — mandatory from April 2026.
- MTD ITSA setup
- Software: Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, FreeAgent, VT
- Quarterly update filing
- Agent Services Account guidance
Specialist Advisory
Beyond compliance — advisory that pays for itself
Senior-level support for the bigger moments: claiming R&D relief, buying or selling a business, and knowing what it’s worth.
R&D Tax Credits
Reward for innovation you may already be doing.
- Eligibility assessment for your projects
- Claim preparation & HMRC Additional Information Form
- Merged scheme & R&D-intensive SME claims
- Full defence if HMRC enquires
Financial Due Diligence
Know exactly what you are buying — or selling.
- Quality of earnings reviews
- Working capital & debt analysis
- Buy-side and vendor due diligence
- Clear, decision-ready reports
Tax Due Diligence
Uncover hidden tax exposures before they cost you.
- Corporation tax, VAT & PAYE exposure review
- Compliance history & HMRC risk check
- Transaction structuring advice
- Post-completion remediation support
Business Valuations
Understand what your business is really worth.
- Sale & exit planning valuations
- Shareholder changes & buy-outs
- Probate, divorce & dispute valuations
- Advice on increasing value before a sale
Biggest tax change in a generation
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax starts 6 April 2026
If you’re a sole trader or landlord, paper records and annual spreadsheets won’t be enough anymore. We get you fully MTD-ready — software, setup, quarterly filings and all — at a fixed fee.
- Applies to sole traders and landlords with qualifying income over £50,000
- Keep digital records and send HMRC quarterly updates
- Extends to income over £30,000 from April 2027 — and £20,000 from April 2028
- Penalties for non-compliance — getting set up early avoids the rush
Your MTD readiness plan
- 1
Free readiness check
We confirm whether and when MTD applies to you, and what changes you actually need.
- 2
Software setup
We set up Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, FreeAgent or VT — or recommend the best fit for you.
- 3
Quarterly filings handled
We submit your quarterly updates and year-end declaration to HMRC on time, every time.
Why Choose APPTAX
More than year-end accounts
We believe accounting should be simple, transparent and supportive — not stressful. That’s why APPTAX is built around clarity, communication and care: the goal isn’t simply to file on time, but to give you a clearer view of the decisions ahead.
Fixed, transparent fees
Agreed upfront. No hourly billing, no surprises.
Fast responses
Every call, email and message answered within 12 hours.
HMRC deadlines always met
We track every filing date so you never pay a late penalty.
Free initial consultation
A friendly, no-obligation chat about your situation.
Weekend & evening appointments
We work around your business, not the other way round.
Home visits available
Local to Dartford? We can come to you.
Document collection & return
Complimentary pickup and drop-off of your paperwork.
Messy accounts specialists
Behind on your books or overdue with HMRC? We’ll sort it — no judgement.
Who We Help
Different structures, different deadlines — choose what fits you
An independent Dartford practice combining modern digital tools with personal, human support — for clients across the UK.
Limited Companies
Statutory accounts, CT600 and Companies House filings — on time, every time.
How we help →Switching offer
Switch & Save 40%
We guarantee to beat your current accountant’s fees by 40% — with no compromise on service.
- Fixed fees
- No hidden charges
- Full support included
To claim your 40% discount
07769 237999 WhatsApp UsCall or text anytime — we respond within 12 hours
Insights
Tax rules, HMRC & Companies House — in plain English
Short, practical guides to the rules that affect your money.
MTD for sole traders in Dartford: your 2026 readiness checklist
From 6 April 2026, Dartford sole traders with income over £50,000 must keep digital records and file quarterly under Making Tax Digital. A plain-English checklist to get ready before the deadline.
Read guideLandlord accounting in Kent: the tax rules every property owner should know
Kent’s rental market is strong — but the tax rules for landlords have never been more demanding. Mortgage interest relief, MTD, CGT on sale and the allowances most landlords miss.
Read guideMaking Tax Digital for Income Tax: what changes on 6 April 2026
From 6 April 2026, sole traders and landlords earning over £50,000 must keep digital records and report to HMRC quarterly. Here is exactly what changes — and how to get ready.
Read guideSelf Assessment deadlines and penalties: the dates that matter
Miss a Self Assessment deadline and HMRC penalties start at £100 — and climb quickly. The key dates for your diary, and how to avoid ever paying a penalty again.
Read guideAreas we serve
Based in Dartford. Working wherever you are.
From our office in Dartford, Kent, we serve clients across the South East, London and the whole UK — face to face or fully digital.
FAQ
Questions, answered
Can't find your answer?
Ask our Interactive FAQ anything about FRS 102, FRS 101, IFRS, HMRC tax or Companies Act 2006 — every reply is independently reviewed before release.
Ask a Question — freeSoftware we support
MTD-ready bookkeeping on the platform that suits you — we set it up, migrate your records and train you to use it.
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Our Promise
We go beyond the numbers — clear advice, fixed fees, real support.
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Start a conversation with our Dartford team
Arrange a free initial consultation, ask about a deadline, or get a fixed-fee quote. We respond to every message within 12 hours — 7 days a week.
- Call or text07769 237999
- WhatsAppMessage us anytime
- Emailhello@apptax.co.uk
- Office38 Osterberg Road, Dartford, DA1 5HF
- Availability7 days a week · evening & weekend appointments