accounting Archives - Page 5 of 5

Directors’ loan accounts – avoiding the risks

Directors’ loan accounts – avoiding the risks HMRC produce a series of toolkits which set out common errors that they find in returns. The hope is that by being familiar with the mistakes that are routinely made, you can take the necessary steps to...

Tax credits – do I have to tell HMRC if my circumstances change?

Tax credits – do I have to tell HMRC if my circumstances change? Tax credits are benefit payments that are paid to people in work who are on a low income or have children. There are two tax credits – working tax credit (for those working but on a low income) and child ...

Here’s how to apply for tax-free childcare

Government childcare scheme – tax-free top-up Working parents can receive a tax-free top up from the Government to help with their childcare costs. The top up is worth £500 every three months (£2,000 a year). A higher top-up of £4,000 a year (£1,000 every three mon...

How to use a SIPP to save for retirement

Using a SIPP to save for retirement A SIPP is a self-invested personal pension which is set up by an insurance company or specialist SIPP provider. It is attractive to...

Inheritance tax and spouses and civil partners

Inheritance tax and spouses and civil partners Special rules apply for inheritance tax purposes to married couples and civil partners. To ensure valuable tax reliefs are not lost, it is beneficial to consider the c...

Changes to the off-payroll working rules

Changes to the off-payroll working rules -how will your business be impacted? From 6 April 2020 the off-payroll working rules that have applied since 6 April 2017, where the end client is a public sector body, are to be extended. The changes will see the rules ex...

My work experience with Arthur Boyd & Company

My work experience with Arthur Boyd & Company The job of an Accountant / Insolvency Practitioner! I’m a sixth year student at St. Dominic’s Grammar school in Belfast, studying 4 A Levels in Biology, Psychology, Spanish and Busi...

Claiming Tax Relief for employee expenses

Don’t pay for expenses that your employer should be paying for – here’s how and when to claim a tax deduction. Tax Relief for employee expenses As an employee, you may spend your own money on things that are related to your job. Where this is the ...

What our customers have to say:

Arthur Boyd & Company prepare our annual accounts and provide assistance with book-keeping and management accounts as and when we require it. They make the process simple and hassle free and explain everything in detail. We liaise with them on a regular basis and find them prompt, efficient and easy to deal with. They provide advice on all sorts of matters such as pricing/margins, business expansion, director’s duties and tax implications of potential transactions, in clear, concise terms which are easy to understand.
Mauds Ice Creams Ltd
"I found the process of winding up my company very easy and quick, thanks to your help and guidance. Throughout the process, your communication was prompt and clear."
Director of an owner managed company, wound up by way of a CVL
"We have been with Arthur Boyd & Company from the very beginning. The staff are always friendly, professional and helpful. They have provided us with sound business and tax advice throughout the years, and really do go the extra mile to help. We are very happy clients and will continue to use their services."
Bell family, hauliers & farmers
"I wish I had contacted the team at Arthur Boyd & Company earlier, but when I did, it was a weight off my shoulders. I thought I had no options, but they sorted out my financial issues and I can now get on with my life."
Past IVA client
"Arthur Boyd & Company have worked very closely with us over the years. They do so much more than simply prepare our accounts and tax returns. We often phone them for advice or simply to sound out ideas. Their support has been invaluable."
Fegan Transport Ltd
"Arthur Boyd & Company were a great source of comfort for me. I was going through a tough time with my finances and they really helped me get through it with their advice and guidance. I would recommend them to anyone."
Past IVA client

Blogs

Archive

What our customers have to say:

Get in touch

Sign up for a free consultation

Free Consultation