Standard fee schedule · Updated May 2026
LOYALS Service Fees — line by line.
The complete reference price list for every accountancy, tax, audit and advisory service we offer. Use it to compare, plan and benchmark. Quotes for individual engagements are built off this schedule — request one to see what discounts and offers are available in the current period. All prices exclude VAT.
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How to use this schedule
Standard fees. Quotes are built directly off this list.
All prices are starting fees, exclusive of VAT. Larger or more complex engagements (multi-entity groups, international structures, audit-regulated entities, high-volume payroll, complex VAT schemes) are quoted on actual scope. Request a quote to see what discounts and seasonal offers are available in the current period — these change throughout the year and are confirmed in writing in your engagement letter. The schedule below covers every service line LOYALS publishes — sole trader, limited company, VAT, payroll, CIS, hospitality, e-commerce, tax planning, international, audit and corporate legal.
Included in every engagement (no separate line items):
The items below are part of every LOYALS engagement at no additional cost. They are not add-ons.
✓Mon-Sat 10am-7pm direct access to your account manager
✓Same-day response on weekdays
✓WhatsApp business line for quick questions
✓HMRC agent authorisation & standard correspondence
✓Free professional handover from your current accountant
✓FreeAgent or Xero subscription included with most engagements
✓Annual tax-saving review
✓Free Business Mentor consultation on any topic
✓30-day cancellation, no long contracts
Service-by-service fee schedule
Fee schedule by service category.
Each block lists the standard fees within a service category. Click any category heading to read the dedicated service page for full scope and methodology. Fees are consistent across our London client base and remote engagements across the UK and internationally.
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Sole Trader & Self Assessment
Self-employed, freelancers, contractors, side-business owners filing personal tax in London and across the UK
| Service | Description | Fee |
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| Self Assessment — Standard (Tier 1) Employed + side income, dividends, simple personal tax |
Income, expenses, allowances, HMRC submission | from£495/year |
| Self Assessment — Self-Employed / Sole Trader (Tier 2) Sole traders, freelancers, contractors — most popular |
Self-employment pages, capital allowances, expense optimisation | from£695/year |
| Self Assessment — Complex / Multi-Source (Tier 3) Multiple income, rental, foreign, capital gains |
Property pages, foreign income, double-tax relief, CGT, high earner | from£1,300/year |
| CIS Subcontractor Self Assessment Fixed annual fee for CIS subbies — try our free CIS calculator first |
Full CIS reconciliation, refund maximisation, free SA302 for mortgages | £350/year (fixed) |
| Capital Gains Tax Computation Property, shares, basic disposals (when not bundled into Tier 3 SA) |
Gain calculation, reliefs, 60-day reporting | from£495per disposal |
| MTD for Income Tax — Quarterly Service From April 2026 — sole traders & landlords above £50K turnover must file quarterly |
Quarterly digital submissions to HMRC, year-end finalisation, MTD-compatible software setup | from£150/quarter |
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Limited Companies
Statutory compliance, annual accounts, corporation tax (CT600), formations and director services for London limited companies
| Service | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Solo Director Ltd Co (Tier 1) Annual accounts, CT600, confirmation statement — for single-director companies |
Full FRS 102 / FRS 105 accounts, CT600, Companies House filings | from£1,200/year |
| Growing Limited Company (Tier 2) Most popular — accounts + CT600 + 1 director SA included |
Tier 1 scope plus director Self Assessment and director payroll setup | from£2,200/year |
| Complex / Multi-Entity (Tier 3) Larger companies — accounts + CT600 + 2 director SAs + tax planning workshop |
Tier 2 scope plus second director SA, integrated tax planning, group/inter-company review | from£3,500/year |
| Confirmation Statement (standalone) Annual Companies House filing only |
Officer details, PSC, share capital review and submission | from£100/year |
| Director's Self Assessment (standalone) When not bundled into a Ltd Co tier |
Salary, dividends, benefits-in-kind, optimisation review | from£495per director |
| UK Company Formation For UK residents — full setup with VAT and PAYE |
Companies House filing, share structure, registers, VAT/PAYE setup | from£400one-off |
| Non-Resident UK Formation Includes Metro Bank introduction |
Formation + bank account intro + registered office + agent service | from£1,500one-off |
| Dormant Company Accounts Non-trading limited companies |
Filing dormant accounts and confirmation statement | from£300/year |
| Strike-off / Closure Voluntary company closure |
Final accounts, distribution planning, DS01 filing | from£395one-off |
| Switch Accountant From any UK firm — see our switching process |
Professional clearance, agent transfer, prior-year review | Freeno charge |
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VAT, Bookkeeping & MTD
VAT registration, schemes, quarterly returns and Making Tax Digital compliance for London businesses
| Service | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| VAT Registration New registration, scheme advice |
HMRC registration, scheme selection, MTD bridging setup | from£195one-off |
| VAT Standard — Tier 1 Simple B2B services, single rate |
Quarterly preparation and filing under MTD, scheme adherence | from£195/quarter |
| VAT Plus — Tier 2 Mid-complexity, e-commerce, mixed rates — most popular |
Multi-rate handling, partial recovery, MTD filing, mid-quarter checks | from£295/quarter |
| VAT Premium — Tier 3 Complex schemes, reverse charge, partial exemption |
Construction DRC, partial exemption, group/special schemes, OSS | from£495/quarter |
| VAT Scheme Review Are you on the right scheme? |
Comparison of standard, flat-rate, annual, cash schemes | from£175one-off |
| Bookkeeping — Light (Tier 1) Sole trader / freelancer / low transaction volume |
Bank reconciliation, invoice categorisation, monthly reporting, MTD-ready | from£125/month |
| Bookkeeping — Standard (Tier 2) Small Ltd Co, growing business — most popular |
Full bookkeeping, supplier ledger, debtor chasing, monthly management info | from£245/month |
| Bookkeeping — Premium (Tier 3) High-volume, multi-entity, dedicated bookkeeper |
Multi-currency, multi-platform e-commerce, KPI dashboards, dedicated bookkeeper | from£495/month |
| VAT Health Check Pre-HMRC inspection review |
Full review of VAT records, identification of risk areas | from£295one-off |
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Payroll & PAYE
Weekly or monthly payroll for London employers, RTI submissions, auto-enrolment, P11D, construction CIS payroll
| Service | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Director-Only Payroll (Tier 1) Single director, monthly RTI |
FPS to HMRC, payslip, P32, year-end P60, salary/dividend optimisation | £35/month |
| Standard Team Payroll (Tier 2) Up to ~15 employees, monthly cycles — most popular |
Monthly RTI, branded payslips, statutory pay, holiday tracking, P60s | £75/month base + £10/employee |
| High-Volume / Multi-Schedule (Tier 3) Weekly cycles, construction/hospitality, 15+ employees, multi-site |
Weekly RTI, mixed schedules, CIS verification, TUPE handover, quarterly review | £195/month base + £12/employee |
| Auto-Enrolment Setup Workplace pension scheme |
Provider selection, scheme set-up, Declaration of Compliance to TPR | £295one-off |
| Auto-Enrolment Ongoing Monthly pension administration |
Contribution calculation, provider file uploads, opt-ins/opt-outs, re-declaration | £5/employee/month |
| P11D / Benefits in Kind Annual benefits reporting (pre-payrolling-of-BIK) |
Per-form P11D + Class 1A NIC computation | £95per form |
| TUPE Transition Acquired or transferred staff |
Data migration, tax code preservation, statutory pay continuity, employee comms | £495one-off |
| Payroll Compliance Audit Independent review of an existing payroll setup |
RTI accuracy, NIC/PAYE codes, AE compliance, BIK reporting, IR35 status review | £495one-off |
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CIS & Construction
Specialist services for London contractors and subcontractors under the Construction Industry Scheme
| Service | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| CIS Contractor Registration Register as contractor with HMRC |
Scheme registration, training on subcontractor verification | from£300one-off |
| Monthly CIS Returns Contractor monthly submissions |
Subcontractor verification, deduction calc, CIS300 filing | from£95/month |
| CIS Subcontractor Refund Return Annual SA + CIS refund — fixed fee, see CIS service page |
Full reconciliation, every allowable expense claimed, refund chased into bank, free SA302 | £350/year (fixed) |
| Gross Payment Status Application Eliminate 20% deduction |
Eligibility review, application, HMRC liaison | from£400one-off |
| Domestic Reverse Charge VAT DRC compliance for construction |
DRC review, invoice template setup, VAT return adjustment | from£250one-off |
| CIS Investigation Support HMRC compliance check or enquiry |
Records review, response drafting, HMRC representation | from£695case |
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Hospitality, Cafés & Food Businesses
Tronc schemes, tipping (Tipping Act 2024), weekly payroll, multi-site coordination for London restaurants and cafés
| Service | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Tronc Scheme Setup Tip distribution scheme (Tipping Act 2024) |
Troncmaster appointment, written policy, HMRC registration | from£395one-off |
| Tronc Ongoing Administration Weekly or monthly distribution |
Tip allocation, payslip integration, NIC saving optimisation | from£95/month |
| Hospitality Bookkeeping EPOS integration, daily Z reports |
Lightspeed/Square/Toast integration, sales reconciliation | from£195/month |
| Multi-Site Consolidation 2+ venues, branch reporting |
Per-site P&L, group consolidation, KPI dashboard | from£245/site/month |
| Premises Licence & HMRC Coordination Alcohol licensing accounts requirement |
Accounts certified for licensing applications | from£195one-off |
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E-commerce & Online Retail
Shopify, Amazon, Etsy, eBay sellers — multi-platform reconciliation, OSS VAT, multi-currency
| Service | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| E-commerce Bookkeeping Single platform up to 500 orders/mo |
Daily reconciliation, COGS tracking, fee analysis | from£195/month |
| Multi-Platform E-commerce 2+ platforms, multi-currency |
Consolidated reporting across Shopify/Amazon/Etsy/eBay | from£395/month |
| Amazon FBA VAT Pan-EU FBA, multiple jurisdictions |
UK + EU VAT registrations, OSS scheme | from£695setup |
| International VAT (One-Stop Shop) EU OSS quarterly returns |
OSS registration and quarterly filing | from£195/quarter |
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Tax Planning & Strategic Advisory
Beyond compliance — proactive tax planning to legally reduce your liability
| Service | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Tax Planning Workshop Bespoke tax optimisation strategy delivered via secure portal — single fixed fee |
Diagnostic questionnaire, team-built strategy over 5-7 working days, 2-week amendment window | £1,200fixed |
| R&D Tax Credit Claim Innovation tax relief (HMRC scheme) |
Eligibility review, technical narrative, claim filing | 10%of credit secured |
| Inheritance Tax Planning Estate review and lifetime planning |
BPR/APR review, gifts, trust structuring (with partners) | from£795one-off |
| Capital Gains Tax Planning Pre-disposal planning |
Reliefs review (BADR, holdover, rollover), timing | from£495one-off |
| HMRC Investigation Support Compliance check or enquiry defence |
Records prep, response drafting, HMRC representation | from£195/hour |
| Tax Investigation Insurance Annual cover for any HMRC enquiry |
Up to £100K of professional fees covered | £15/month |
| Acquisition Due Diligence Buying a business |
Financial DD, tax structure review, post-deal integration | from£2,500project |
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International & Non-Resident
Cross-border tax, non-resident UK company formation with Metro Bank introduction, double-tax relief
| Service | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident UK Company Formation Includes Metro Bank introduction |
Formation, registered office, agent service, bank intro | from£1,500one-off |
| Non-Resident Annual Compliance Ongoing UK Ltd company support |
Accounts, CT600, registered office, agent service | from£400/month |
| Non-Resident Self Assessment UK income, foreign domicile |
Residency status, double-tax relief, remittance basis | from£549one-off |
| Statutory Residence Test Review Determine UK tax residency |
Day-counting, ties test, written opinion | from£395one-off |
| Foreign Income & Rental Overseas property or earnings |
Foreign pages, double-tax relief, currency conversion | from£395/year |
| Crypto Self Assessment & Tax Computation Specialist crypto accountancy — multi-exchange, DeFi, staking, NFTs, mining |
Pool tracking, share-pooling rules, disposal matching, DeFi income classification, full HMRC submission | from£1,500/year |
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Audit & Assurance
Statutory audits, group audit coordination, and independent assurance reviews — for periods starting on or after 6 April 2025, audit thresholds rose to £15M turnover and £7.5M balance sheet
| Service | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Statutory Audit Companies above audit thresholds |
Full statutory audit, ISA-compliant, signed audit report | from£4,500/year |
| Group Audit Coordination Parent of medium/large groups |
Consolidation audit, component auditor liaison, group accounts sign-off | from£6,500/year |
| Subsidiary Audit UK entities of international groups |
UK GAAP/IFRS audit, group reporting pack, parent auditor liaison | from£3,500/year |
| Audit-Exempt Assurance Review Independent assurance without full audit |
For lenders, investors, board sign-off — agreed-upon procedures | from£1,950/year |
| Charity Audit / Independent Examination Charities, CICs, and not-for-profits |
SORP-compliant audit or independent examination | from£2,500/year |
| Going Concern Review Independent going concern assessment |
For director sign-off, lender requirements, restructuring | from£950one-off |
| Internal Controls Review Pre-audit health check or fraud risk |
Process review, control gap analysis, remediation plan | from£1,500project |
| Pension Scheme Audit Occupational pension schemes |
Scheme accounts audit, trustee report sign-off | from£3,950/year |
| Solicitors Accounts Rules Audit SRA-regulated firms |
Annual SRA Accounts Rules report and submission | from£2,750/year |
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Corporate Legal Consultation
Joint legal + accounting consultations with our partner network of corporate solicitors at our Canary Wharf office, so legal advice stays aligned with your tax and accounting position
| Service | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| One-Hour Legal Consultation Initial joint consultation, all corporate matters in scope |
Shareholder agreements, director disputes, commercial contracts, M&A, restructuring, employment exits, IP, pre-litigation | £1,000/hour |
| Ongoing Legal Engagement (post-consultation) Fixed-price quote issued after consultation |
Written work plan, transparent +/- variation policy, partner solicitor delivery coordinated by LOYALS | £2,000–£15,000per matter |
| SME Legal Retainer Ongoing legal support across multiple areas |
Monthly retainer arrangement quoted on application after initial consultation | £400–£800/month |
Quote on request
Need a tailored quote built off this schedule?
Engagements are quoted on the published fees above with adjustments for actual scope. Request a quote to see what discounts and seasonal offers are currently available — these vary throughout the year. Quotes are issued in writing within 24 hours of receiving your scope details (turnover, structure, payroll, VAT scheme, complications).
Not separately charged
Items not invoiced as line items
The following work is included in every engagement at no additional cost. None of these items will appear as separate charges on a LOYALS invoice.
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Quick questionsWhatsApp, email, calls under 15 minutes — included
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HMRC standard correspondenceRoutine letters, agent updates, status checks
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Switching from another firmProfessional clearance, agent transfer, prior-year review
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Software subscriptionFreeAgent or Xero included free with most engagements
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Annual tax-saving reviewOnce a year we look for legitimate ways to reduce your bill
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Reference lettersFor mortgages, landlords, accountants' references
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Network introductionsWarm intros to other LOYALS clients — never charged
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HMRC penalty appeals (reasonable excuse)First appeal letter included
Pricing questions answered
Frequently asked questions
If your question isn't here, message us on WhatsApp or book a free call — we'll answer it before you commit.
How much does a chartered accountant cost in London?+
It depends on the work. Our published service fees start from £495 for a self-assessment return, £350/year for CIS subcontractor returns, £1,200/year for limited company annual accounts and corporation tax, £125/month for bookkeeping, £195/quarter for VAT returns, £150/quarter for MTD for Income Tax, £1,200 for a bespoke Tax Planning Workshop, £1,000/hour for a Corporate Legal Consultation, and £4,500/year for a statutory audit. The full breakdown is on this page. If you'd prefer one bundled monthly fee instead of paying line-by-line, we'll tailor a bundle for you on a free 15-minute call — most small businesses settle between £125 and £750 per month depending on size and scope. The price is always agreed in writing before any work starts.
Do you provide statutory audits and group audit services?+
Yes. We provide statutory audits for companies above the audit thresholds (currently £15M turnover or £7.5M balance sheet for periods starting on or after 6 April 2025), group audit coordination for parent companies of medium and large groups, audit-exempt assurance reviews for companies that want independent assurance without a full audit, subsidiary audits for UK entities of international groups, charity audits and independent examinations, pension scheme audits, and Solicitors Accounts Rules audits. Audit fees start from £4,500 per year and are quoted after a brief scoping call.
Do you offer corporate legal consultations?+
Yes. Through LOYALS we coordinate corporate legal consultations with our partner network of corporate solicitors at our Canary Wharf office. The fee is £1,000 per hour and covers shareholder agreements, director disputes, commercial contracts, M&A, restructuring, employment exits, IP protection and pre-litigation advice. After the consultation, the partner solicitor quotes a fixed price for the ongoing engagement — typically £2,000 to £15,000 depending on complexity. SME Legal Retainers are also available from £400 to £800 per month for businesses wanting ongoing support across multiple areas. Booking and intake is handled by your LOYALS account manager so the legal advice stays aligned with your tax and accounting position. See the Corporate Legal Consultation page for the full scope.
What is included in the Business Mentor programme?+
Every LOYALS client gets free access to the Business Mentor programme. Free for every client: an initial 60-minute strategy session on any topic, pricing strategy guidance, tender/bid review, contract triage, warm introductions to relevant LOYALS clients, and an annual business growth review. If after that you want LOYALS to actually deliver the work — manage your digital marketing, write your tender, coordinate a legal matter, build a website — those are paid services quoted separately. Full details on our dedicated Business Mentor Programme page.
Why are LOYALS fees higher than budget online accountants?+
You're paying for chartered-level work, extended hours from Monday to Saturday until 7pm, free Business Mentor consultations on any topic, and access to our network of 500+ London businesses for warm introductions. Budget online accountants give you software and a once-a-year tax return. We give you an advisor who answers when you call and a programme designed to help you grow. The maths is simple — if our work helps you save £200/month in tax or win £500/month in new contracts, the fee has paid for itself before lunch.
Is there a setup fee or hidden cost?+
There is no setup fee for businesses already trading. Switching from another accountant is completely free — we handle the handover, professional clearance, and HMRC agent transfer at no charge. New limited company formations are charged at £400 one-off (or £1,500 for non-resident formations including bank account introduction). Beyond that, we don't charge for emails, short calls, ad hoc questions, HMRC standard correspondence, or reference letters — these are included in your fee. Anything outside scope is quoted in writing before any work begins.
Can I switch from my current accountant mid-year?+
Yes, and most clients do. We handle the entire handover for you including professional clearance from your existing accountant, transfer of records, agent authorisation with HMRC and Companies House, and a full review of your prior year position. Most switches complete within 7-14 days. There is no charge for the switch itself — it's part of welcoming you. The only requirement is that you give your existing accountant the standard professional notice (usually a brief written email).
Do I need to pay extra for HMRC correspondence and tax investigations?+
Standard HMRC correspondence is included in your fee — coding notice queries, status checks, agent updates, routine letters. Full tax investigations and complex enquiries are quoted separately because the work involved varies enormously, but you can add Tax Investigation Insurance for £15 per month which covers up to £100K of professional fees if HMRC opens an enquiry. We'll always agree any out-of-scope fee in writing before starting.
What payment methods do you accept?+
We accept Direct Debit (preferred and the default for monthly fees, with GoCardless), bank transfer, and card payment for one-off services. All monthly fees are billed on the same date each month. There are no long contracts — every engagement is cancellable on 30 days written notice. We don't sneak in price hikes either; any price change is communicated 60 days ahead and you can cancel without notice if you don't want to continue.
Will my fee go up over time?+
Only if your scope changes — you take on payroll, register for VAT, add directors, expand bookkeeping volume — in which case the additional services are added at the published catalogue rate. General price increases happen at most once a year, usually in line with inflation, and we always notify you 60 days in advance with the right to cancel without notice if you disagree.
Do you work with businesses outside London?+
Yes. While we're physically in King's Cross with a secondary presence in Enfield and Wickford/Basildon, the majority of our work is delivered remotely via WhatsApp, email, video call and our client portal. We have clients across England and a small number of international clients with UK limited companies. The extended Mon-Sat 10am-7pm hours mean wherever you're based, you can reach us when it suits you.
Chartered accountants based in King's Cross, London.
Our office sits at 39-41 North Road, London N7 9DP — five minutes from Caledonian Road tube and ten from King's Cross St Pancras. We work with clients across Islington, Camden, Hackney, Westminster, Tower Hamlets, the City of London, and out to our secondary presence in Enfield and Wickford / Basildon, Essex.
Most engagements are delivered remotely via video call, WhatsApp, and our client portal — but for clients who prefer to meet in person, our King's Cross office is available Monday to Saturday, 10am to 7pm. No appointment fee. No travel charge. Just a real chartered accountant in a real office, when you want to be face to face.
If you're based outside London, the same fees apply — we have clients across the UK and a smaller cohort of international clients with UK limited companies. Distance doesn't change the price.
OfficeLOYALS Chartered Accountants
39-41 North Road, London N7 9DP
39-41 North Road, London N7 9DP
HoursMon–Sat · 10am to 7pm
Phone07450 258 975
Emailkris.nick@loyals.uk
Nearest tubeCaledonian Road (Piccadilly Line) · 5 min walk
Related London accountancy pages
- CIS Construction Specialists
- Business Mentor Programme
- Annual Accounts & CT600
- Self Assessment & Personal Tax
- Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
- Bookkeeping Services
- Payroll & PAYE
- VAT Returns & MTD
- Tax Planning & Advisory
- Limited Company Formation
- Non-Resident Company Setup
- Corporate Legal Consultation
- Switching Accountants
- Construction Accountants
- Hospitality Accountants
- E-commerce Accountants
- Freelancer Accountants
- Landlord Accountants
- Free CIS Tax Calculator
- Self-Employment Tax Calculator
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