Service

Compliance Guidance

HMRC compliance doesn't have to be stressful or confusing. We translate the rules into plain English, keep your records right, and make sure you're never caught off guard.

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The Problem

Compliance Should Not Feel Like a Minefield

For most small business owners, compliance feels like a subject that is never quite explained clearly — just a source of anxiety and last-minute scrambling. The risk of getting it wrong is real, but so is the time wasted trying to figure it out alone.

FinThinkers translates the rules into plain English and keeps you on the right side of them.

  • Uncertainty about VAT — whether to register, what to charge, and what to record
  • HMRC deadlines getting missed or leaving you scrambling at the last minute
  • Not knowing which expenses are legitimately allowable and which are not
  • Records kept in a way that would not survive a compliance review
  • Fear of making a mistake that leads to penalties down the line

What You Get

What Our Compliance Guidance Includes

VAT Guidance

Plain-English guidance on how VAT works, whether you need to register, and what you need to track. No jargon, no assumptions.

Allowable Expense Reviews

A thorough review of your expenses to identify what is legitimately allowable — so you are not overpaying or missing deductions.

Record-Keeping Setup

A simple, structured system for keeping the records HMRC expects — built around how your business actually operates.

HMRC Deadline Tracking

We track key HMRC dates and flag upcoming deadlines so you are never caught out by a submission or payment you forgot about.

Plain-English Explanations

Every requirement translated into straightforward language. We explain what you need to do and why — so you understand your obligations, not just follow instructions.

Compliance Health Check

A review of your current setup to identify any gaps, risks, or areas where your records may not meet the required standard — with a clear plan to fix them.

Seen enough? Book a free Clarity Call and let's get started.

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Who This Is For

For Anyone Who Wants to Stay Compliant Without the Confusion

This service is particularly valuable if you are new to business, approaching a compliance threshold, or simply unsure whether you are doing things correctly.

Sole Traders
New Businesses
Growing Businesses
E-Commerce Sellers
Freelancers
Online Service Providers
Local Shops
Food Businesses
Home-Based Entrepreneurs

The Process

How It Works

01

Book Your Free Clarity Call

We start by reviewing your current compliance situation — your records, your VAT status, and any areas of concern. We identify exactly what needs to be addressed and put a clear plan in place.

02

We Review and Set Up Your System

We review your allowable expenses, set up a record-keeping system that meets HMRC requirements, and make sure you understand what is expected of you going forward.

03

Ongoing Guidance and Deadline Tracking

Month to month, we track your compliance deadlines, flag anything that needs attention, and answer questions in plain English. You stay compliant without having to become a tax expert.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

We provide VAT guidance, records preparation, and deadline tracking — but we are not a regulated accountancy firm and do not file VAT returns directly. We work alongside your accountant and make sure your records are always in order and submission-ready. If you do not have an accountant, we can recommend when you may need one.
HMRC requires businesses to keep records of all income, expenses, invoices, and receipts for a minimum of 6 years. The exact requirements depend on your business type and VAT registration status. We review your current record-keeping and set up a system that meets the required standard without adding unnecessary complexity to your day.
It happens — and it is more common than people think. The important thing is to get it right going forward and, where necessary, address past errors properly. We can help you identify any gaps, understand the risk level, and take the right steps. Ignoring a compliance issue rarely makes it smaller.

Stay Compliant. Sleep Better.

Book a free Clarity Call and we will review your current setup, explain exactly what is required, and put a plan in place.