You are using an outdated browser. Upgrade your browser today for a better experience of this site and many others.
Be tax efficient when deciding a year end date.
One of the things to consider when starting a business in the St Albans area is choosing the best date for your year end. Connected Accounting can advise you on this.
It is important to choose the right year end for your business.
To what extent is your business seasonal? Is there a time of year when it will be more convenient to close off your accounting records, ready for us, your accountants?
From a tax viewpoint, the choice of a year end early in the tax year for an unincorporated business often means that an increase in profits is more slowly reflected in an increased tax bill.
If you are a start-up business in the St Albans area and would like help with choosing your year end, contact Connected Accounting.
10 Apr 2026
Vaping-related businesses and supply chains need to register now for Vaping Products Duty (VPD) and the Vaping Duty Stamps (VDS) Scheme, says HMRC.
09 Apr 2026
The government's new procurement rules that target opportunities for smaller businesses offer hope to SMEs, according to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).
08 Apr 2026
Data published by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has revealed that confidence amongst small firms rose slightly in the first three months of 2026, but could fall without government intervention.
07 Apr 2026
The rapid adoption of AI is driving a sharp decline in entry-level jobs and worsening the long-standing UK challenge of skills shortages, warns the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).
02 Apr 2026
Business leader optimism over prospects for the UK economy is at a record low after the outbreak of war in the Middle East, according to the Institute of Directors (IoD).
01 Apr 2026
The government's proposed tourist tax would constitute a £1.6 billion tax increase for holidaymakers, according to analysis by Oxford Economics.
31 Mar 2026
Small businesses are to be backed by new, stronger measures to tackle late payments, the government has announced.
30 Mar 2026
The government has confirmed it will review approved mileage rates for business users ahead of a future Budget.
Get in touch with us today for a fresh perspective and a free consultation.