# Accountants in Tonbridge

> Accounting and tax support for Tonbridge companies, contractors, trades and family businesses, with year-end work done properly and practical advice on tax, cash and growth.

## Accounting for Tonbridge businesses

 

Tonbridge is a busy town on the River Medway, with its medieval castle overlooking the High Street and a major railway junction that links it to London, the coast and the Weald. The town's industrial estates host engineering, printing, building supply and distribution firms, while the High Street and surrounding streets support independent retailers, hospitality and professional services. Its schools and commuter links also bring a good number of consultants, contractors and directors of small companies who work from home.

 

We work with that whole range, but most of our Tonbridge clients are owner-managed: a director or two, a handful of staff and a lot of decisions that rest on getting the numbers right.

 

## What we do for Tonbridge clients

 

For limited companies we handle the annual cycle: [statutory company accounts](https://kentaccountants.co.uk/services/company-accounts/), Corporation Tax, the confirmation statement and advice on salary and dividends. If you have overspent from the company or taken money out without a clear record, our [director's loan account reviews](https://kentaccountants.co.uk/services/directors-loan-account-reviews/) sort out the balance and explain any tax consequences.

 

Contractors working through their own company may need to consider IR35. Our [IR35 and contractor tax service](https://kentaccountants.co.uk/services/ir35-contractor-tax/) looks at how you are engaged, what your clients have decided and how that affects the way you are paid.

 

For businesses with plant, vehicles or fit-out costs, our [capital allowances](https://kentaccountants.co.uk/services/capital-allowances-claims/) work makes sure qualifying spending is identified and claimed in the right period.

 

## A clear process

 
1. You tell us about your business and any upcoming deadlines through our [enquiry form](https://kentaccountants.co.uk/contact/).
2. We reply with questions and a written quote setting out what is included.
3. We obtain professional clearance from your previous accountant and connect to your software using its accountant invitation.
4. We prepare your figures, send drafts for approval and file once you are happy.

 

## Online, with meetings when they help

 

We do not have an office in Tonbridge. Clients work with us online and by email, and we talk by video call or call back. Meetings can be arranged by agreement when a bigger decision is on the table, such as bringing in a new shareholder or selling part of the business.

 

## Payroll and staff

 

If you employ people, we can also run your payroll, deal with RTI submissions and pension auto-enrolment, and check that what is paid through payroll matches what appears in the company's books.

 

## More than compliance

 

Filing on time is the minimum. We will also tell you when something in your figures deserves attention: margins slipping, a growing director's loan balance or a large tax bill heading your way. Spotting these early gives you time to act.

 

We also act for clients in [Sevenoaks](https://kentaccountants.co.uk/accountants-sevenoaks/), Southborough and Paddock Wood.

## Frequently asked questions

**Q: Do you have an office in Tonbridge?**

No. We work with Tonbridge clients online and by email, with video calls or a call back whenever you want to talk. Meetings can be arranged by agreement, which many directors find useful for bigger decisions or a year-end review. Day-to-day work is handled remotely.

**Q: I am a contractor with my own company. Does IR35 affect me?**

It depends on how you work and who your client is. Medium and large clients in the private sector decide your status themselves, while for small clients the decision sits with your company. We look at your contracts and working practices and explain what the outcome means for your pay and tax.

**Q: My director's loan account is overdrawn. Is that a problem?**

It can be. An overdrawn balance still outstanding nine months after the year end can trigger an extra Corporation Tax charge, and there may be benefit in kind issues on larger loans. We review the account, explain the options for clearing it and make sure everything is recorded correctly.

**Q: We are buying new machinery. How does tax relief work?**

Most plant and machinery qualifies for capital allowances, and many companies can claim relief on the full cost in the year of purchase. The rules vary for cars and for some types of asset. We will check how your purchase is treated and include the claim in your Corporation Tax return.

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Source: https://kentaccountants.co.uk/accountants-tonbridge/
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