Common questionsCorporate Tax FAQs for business owners
Does my VAT registration also cover Corporate Tax?
No. VAT and Corporate Tax have separate registration and filing requirements. We check your Corporate Tax position even if you are already registered for VAT.
Can I use Small Business Relief and skip registration or filing?
Small Business Relief does not remove applicable Corporate Tax registration, return filing or record-keeping obligations. We check eligibility for the relevant tax period and help with the election in your return where available.
How do I know which tax period to file for?
We review your financial year, business start date and registration details to confirm the period covered and the relevant deadlines. This is especially useful for a first return or a change in financial year.
Is the profit in my accounts the same as taxable income?
Not always. Your accounting profit or loss is the starting point. Tax rules may require adjustments to income and expenses before the final taxable income is calculated.
Can you help if my bookkeeping is behind?
Yes. We review what records are available, identify missing information and agree the bookkeeping and financial statement work needed before preparing the tax calculation.
Can companies under the same owner file as a tax group?
Common ownership alone does not automatically create a tax group. We assess the conditions, the companies involved and the application requirements before recommending a suitable approach. Related-party transactions also need a separate review.
What if I receive an FTA notice, a penalty or find an error?
Contact us promptly with the notice or details of the error and the relevant records. We review the timelines, explain the response or correction options, and help prepare the supporting work. Any decision on a penalty or application rests with the FTA.
Do I need to deregister when I close my business?
Closing or changing your business may require a Corporate Tax deregistration review. We help check the conditions, outstanding returns and supporting documents so the closure is handled properly.
Do you provide advice for international operations?
Yes. For cross-border tax questions, visit our International Taxation & Fractional CFO services page, or discuss your requirements with our team.
For official background on tax calculations, reliefs and tax groups, see the FTA Corporate Tax General Guide. We assess your case against the rules applicable to your business and tax period.