Business Owners
Corporation Tax Advice
Expert guidance on corporate tax planning and compliance
Overview
Corporation tax is complex - especially for owner-managed businesses juggling personal and corporate tax planning.
We help business owners navigate corporation tax, optimise profit extraction, claim all available reliefs, and plan strategically. Our advice integrates corporate tax with personal tax to minimise your overall tax bill.
Key Areas Covered
What we cover as part of this service.
- Corporation tax rates, bands, and calculation
- Allowable business deductions and relief claims
- Research & development tax credits
- Capital allowances and asset depreciation
- Loss relief and carry-forward options
- Dividend optimisation and distribution planning
- Salary vs. dividend extraction decisions
- Close company and beneficial loan complications
- Transfer pricing (if multi-entity structures)
Common Issues We Solve
Problems we see regularly — and how we fix them.
Over-Extraction of Profit
Many business owners pay themselves via dividends without considering corporation tax implications. Integrated planning optimises personal + corporate tax together.
Missed R&D Credits
If your business involves innovation, you likely qualify for R&D tax relief. Many don't claim because they don't realise they qualify.
Inefficient Structures
Some businesses operate inefficiently from a tax perspective. Restructuring (holding company, asset/IP separation) can reduce overall tax significantly.
Pricing for This Service
Clear fees. Fixed fee confirmed in writing before we begin.
Private Clients
£700
Best for: Owner-managed companies needing corporation tax planning and compliance
Get Your Fixed QuoteComplex situations may require a separate advisory engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Corporation tax is the tax on company profits. Calculated as: Company profit minus allowable deductions = taxable profit × tax rate = corporation tax due.
Legitimate business expenses: employee salaries, office rent, utilities, professional fees, advertising, equipment, travel costs. We ensure all legitimate deductions are captured.
Depends on your income level, company profit, and personal circumstances. We model scenarios to find your optimal extraction method.
If you develop new products, improve processes, or undertake innovation, you likely qualify. Relief can be substantial. We assess your projects against HMRC criteria.
Yes. Current year losses can offset current profits. Unrelieved losses carry forward indefinitely to offset future profits. We track and utilise efficiently.
Why Choose UA Tax
Integration
We don't just optimise corporate tax; we optimise your personal + corporate tax together.
Relief Claims
We identify and claim all reliefs you're entitled to (R&D, capital allowances, loss relief).
Strategic Planning
Beyond compliance, we advise on structuring to reduce overall tax.
Ready to discuss your corporation tax?
Book a consultation and we will confirm what you need and provide a fixed fee quote.