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Corporation tax (CT600)

HMRC Corporation Tax Compliance Support

HMRC corporation tax compliance support helps you prepare, check and submit your company’s corporation tax return accurately and on time. It covers the CT600, the supporting tax computation, and the records needed to back up the figures. You get clear actions, sensible deadlines, and confidence that your return reflects your business correctly.

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What HMRC corporation tax compliance support covers

This service is designed to take the pressure out of corporation tax and reduce the risk of errors, missed deadlines, and HMRC follow-up.

  • Confirming your accounting period and filing deadline
  • Reviewing your profit figure and key tax adjustments
  • Checking common corporation tax areas (allowable expenses, director costs, benefit in kind considerations, capital allowances)
  • Preparing the corporation tax computation and CT600 return
  • Ensuring the right supporting iXBRL attachments are included for online filing
  • Sharing a clear summary of the liability and payment deadline
  • Filing the return with your approval and keeping submission evidence
  • Support with amendments if something changes after filing

When this service is the right fit

This is most relevant if you run a limited company and want corporation tax handled properly without having to interpret HMRC guidance yourself.

Common situations include:

  • Your first corporation tax return and you want it set up correctly
  • Your bookkeeping is up to date, but you are unsure what is tax deductible
  • You have dividends, director’s loan activity, or irregular business expenses
  • Your results changed significantly and you want to avoid surprises at year end
  • You want to reduce the risk of penalties by meeting filing and payment dates

How the process works

You provide access to your accounting records and any key documents for the period. The return is prepared, checked, and then sent to you with a plain-English summary of what is being filed and why.

Once you approve, the CT600 and attachments are submitted to HMRC. You receive confirmation of submission and guidance on what needs paying and when.

What happens after filing

You get a clear record of what was filed and the figures used, so you can evidence your position if HMRC asks questions later. If HMRC raises a query, you can get support responding with the right documents and explanations. You can also use the results to plan ahead for the next period, with practical steps to keep corporation tax predictable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does corporation tax compliance support include?
It covers preparing and submitting the CT600 and the supporting corporation tax computation, plus the required online attachments. You also get a clear summary of what is due and when, and evidence of submission.
Do I need this if my company is small or not making much profit?
Yes, most limited companies still need to file a corporation tax return, even if the tax due is low or nil. Correct filing protects you from avoidable penalties and reduces the risk of HMRC questions later.
What information will you need from me?
Usually your bookkeeping records for the period, year-end accounts, and details of any unusual items (for example, asset purchases or director’s loan movements). If anything is missing, you will be told exactly what to provide and why it matters.
When should I start the corporation tax return process?
Ideally soon after your year end, once your books are in good shape and your accounts are close to final. Starting early gives time to fix issues, agree the figures, and plan for the payment date.
Can you help if HMRC asks questions about my return?
Yes, you can get support handling HMRC queries by providing explanations and the right backup documents. If a change is needed, you can also be guided through amending the return correctly.

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