Company Formation
Forming a company is only the first step. We help with incorporation support and the practical accounting setup that keeps your new company organised from day one.
Who this service is for
- Founders incorporating a new UK limited company
- Sole traders considering incorporation
- Directors needing post formation compliance guidance
- Owners setting up a property or trading SPV
Common challenges
- Uncertainty about share structure and officer details
- Company formed without a clear bookkeeping plan
- Missed first year filing dates
- Confusion about director payroll and dividends
What is included
- Company formation support as scoped
- Guidance on basic constitutional details
- Post incorporation compliance calendar
- Accounting and bank record setup recommendations
- Introduction to payroll, VAT and accounts needs where relevant
How the process works
- 1.Confirm business purpose and proposed structure
- 2.Support incorporation steps as agreed
- 3.Set out immediate post formation actions
- 4.Hand over into bookkeeping or advisory support if required
Documents normally required
- Proposed company name and business activity
- Director and shareholder identification details
- Share capital instructions
- Registered office preferences
- Any existing trading records if converting from sole trade
Key deadlines
After incorporation, Companies House and HMRC deadlines begin quickly. We outline the first confirmation statement, accounts and tax dates relevant to your company.
For official dates, check GOV.UK.
Benefits
- Cleaner start for statutory and tax records
- Clearer director responsibilities from day one
- Fewer gaps between formation and first filings
- A practical bridge into ongoing accountancy support
Related services
- View Startup Support servicesPractical accounting setup and early stage support for new businesses and founders.
- View Confirmation Statement servicesCompanies House confirmation statement support so company details stay accurate and filed on time.
- View Annual Accounts servicesPreparation of limited company annual accounts ready for Companies House and HMRC.
Frequently asked questions
Discuss company formation with our team
Book a free consultation on Picktime or send an enquiry. We will confirm scope and fees before any engagement begins.