Business Start Up & Advisory

When starting up in business it is essential to have a sound business proposition. Although it is necessary to have enterprise and commitment, it is also important to obtain expert legal and financial advice as such matters can often be daunting.

Therefore it is important that professional advice is sought to ensure everything is dealt with correctly and in a timely manner.

Our range of services include:

  • The most suitable and tax efficient structure for your business - Sole practitioner, Partnership. Limited Liability Partnership or Limited company
  • Company and Limited Liability Partnership formations
  • Business plans and financial forecasts
  • Assistance with raising finance
  • Registration with H M Revenue & Customs and Companies House
  • Bookkeeping including selection and installation of accounting software
  • VAT including advising on the most appropriate scheme
  • Payroll including registration for the Construction Industry Scheme
  • Preparation of management accounts
  • Assistance with Information Technology
  • Liaising with other businesses which can assist with branding including designing logo’s, stationery and website.

For more information about our business advisory services please contact the office.

 

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Conclusion of the St John’s Hospice 50-50-500 Challenge

31st July 2023

On Friday 28th July we attended the Charity Challenge Celebration Event which marked the end of the St John’s Hospice 50-50-500 challenge in which 50 businesses in Lancaster, Morecambe and surrounding areas had 50 business working days to raise a minimum of £500 per business for our local...

2023 Rounders Tournament with Oglethorpe, Sturton & Gillibrand

14th July 2023

Yesterday evening saw the return of our annual rounders tournament against Oglethorpe, Sturton & Gillibrand Solicitors (OSG) and what an evening it turned out to be! After a week of fairly questionable weather, the sun turned up at Westgate Cricket Club for the highly-anticipated event.

Memberships & Accreditations

When appointing a firm of accountants it is important to check that they are appropriately registered and regulated.

Our clients can be assured that Scott & Wilkinson is regulated by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales for a range of investment business activities and is an authorised training partner.