Chiral Accountants
Accountants for Sole Traders and Growing Businesses
Stop wondering whether you've missed something with HMRC. Chiral Accountants takes care of your books, returns and deadlines, so you can get on with running your business. We're AAT licensed accountants based in Doncaster, supporting sole traders, limited companies and growing businesses locally and online across the UK, from Self Assessment and company accounts to VAT, payroll and Making Tax Digital.
Chiral is pronounced Ky-ral.
Our Services
Accounting Solutions for Sole Traders & Growing Businesses
Whether you are a limited company, a VAT-registered business, or a sole trader looking for annual tax return support, we have a service to fit.
If the new Making Tax Digital rules have left you unsure what you're meant to be doing, our MTD Packages cover it all, from ongoing bookkeeping to your final declaration. You carry on working; we keep HMRC happy.
Company Accounts Packages
One fixed monthly fee, and your company's deadlines are taken care of. Everything your limited company needs to stay compliant throughout the year.
Includes
- Bookkeeping
- Quarterly VAT Returns
- Statutory Accounts
- CT600 Corporation Tax Return
- HMRC & Companies House Submissions
Limited Company Accounts
You keep the books; we turn them into accounts and a tax return you can trust. Annual accounts and corporation tax filing for companies that do their own bookkeeping.
Includes
- Preparation of full annual accounts for Companies House
- Calculation of your Corporation Tax liability
- Submission of your CT600 Corporation Tax Return
- Profit & Loss statements & Balance Sheet
MTD Sole Trader Packages
The new quarterly rules, handled. You carry on working; we deal with HMRC four times a year and at year end.
Includes
- Bookkeeping
- Making Tax Digital (MTD) Compliant Record Keeping
- Making Tax Digital (MTD) HMRC Quarterly Updates
- Year End Self Assessment Accounts
- Optional VAT Returns
Self Assessment Tax Return
Send us your figures and we'll tell you what you owe, and when. Accurate tax returns for sole traders and individuals, claiming the expenses and reliefs you're entitled to.
Includes
- Completion of your main personal tax return SA100
- Supplementary pages for your circumstances
- SA302 Tax Calculation
- Submission to HMRC
Payroll
Your team paid correctly and on time, without you working out a single deduction. Weekly or monthly pay runs, pensions and CIS, all reported to HMRC.
Includes
- Calculation of PAYE (Tax) and National Insurance deductions
- RTI Submissions & Payslips
- Standard Documents, such as P45, P60s
- Auto-Enrolment Pensions administration
- Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) support
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View all our servicesWhy Choose Chiral Accountants?
An Accountant Who Knows Your Business
Chiral Accountants is a small, AAT Licensed practice. You won't be passed between departments or have to explain your business to someone new each year. You deal with the same accountant every time, who already knows your figures.
We work with retailers, trades, creatives, service providers and more, in Doncaster and online across the UK.
- One Point of Contact: You always speak to Shaun, the licensed accountant doing your work, not a call centre or a rotating junior.
- Fixed Monthly Fees: You know what you'll pay before you start, with no surprise bill at year end.
- Plain English: No jargon, and no question is too basic. Small business owners aren't expected to be tax experts.
- MTD Ready: Making Tax Digital is already built into our packages, so the new rules don't become your problem.
- UK-Wide Service: Based in Doncaster, fully digital, so you never need to visit an office.
AAT Licensed Accountant
Regulated Excellence and Professional Standards
You're dealing with a regulated professional, not someone who just set up a website. Our Doncaster-based accountancy practice is licensed by the AAT, which means independent standards for the work, required professional indemnity insurance, continuing training, and a professional body standing behind the service you receive.
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Shaun Long is licensed and regulated by AAT under licence number 1007979. AAT is recognised by HM Treasury to supervise compliance with the Money Laundering Regulations and Chiral Accountants Ltd is supervised by AAT in this respect.
Simplifying Digital Tax
Future-Proofing Your Business for Making Tax Digital (MTD)
With our packages you can manage your business' finances digitally using cloud software - getting an overview of your business performance at any time.
Learn more about how we support Making Tax Digital for Income Tax on our MTD ITSA page →.
Say goodbye to paper bank statements and complicated exports
Connect your bank to the cloud software, so we automatically receive your bank transactions and process them without your intervention.
No more shoeboxes of receipts
You can send in your paper receipts by taking a photo of them. They'll come straight to us for processing.
We won't leave you behind
As the tax landscape shifts to a digital-first approach with initiatives like Making Tax Digital (MTD), we ensure all clients are prepared. You don't need to be an expert in digital — we'll be there to guide you every step of the way.
All Our Services
Chiral Accountants offers a full range of growing business accounting services. From bookkeeping and VAT to payroll and CIS compliance.
Expert Bookkeeping Services for UK Businesses
Efficient and accurate bookkeeping services are the backbone of any successful business. We handle your day-to-day financial transactions ensuring your records are meticulously maintained and up-to-date. This frees up your valuable time to focus on growing your business, giving you peace of mind.
What our Bookkeeping Service Includes:
- Recording all sales and purchase invoices
- Categorising income and expenses accurately
- Processing bank transactions and reconciling bank accounts
Corporation Tax Compliance & Optimisation
Navigating Corporation Tax can be complex for UK limited companies Our comprehensive service covers the precise calculation and submission of your Corporation Tax return (CT600) to HMRC ensuring full compliance and identifying opportunities for tax efficiency.
Our Corporation Tax Services include:
- Preparation of statutory annual accounts (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet)
- Accurate Corporation Tax calculation
- Filing of accounts with Companies House
- Submission of the CT600 tax return to HMRC
- Advice on available tax reliefs and allowances to minimise your tax liability
- Ensuring deadlines are met to avoid penalties
Streamlined Self Assessment Tax Returns
Whether you're a sole trader, landlord, or receive untaxed income our Self Assessment tax return service simplifies your annual tax obligations. We accurately calculate your income tax liability and ensure your return is correctly submitted to HMRC by the deadline, helping you avoid penalties.
Our Self Assessment Service includes:
- Preparation of personal income and expense summaries
- Calculation of income tax and National Insurance contributions
- Reporting various income sources (e.g., self-employment, property income, dividends)
- Claiming all eligible expenses and tax reliefs
- Digital submission of your SA100 tax return to HMRC
- Guidance on payments on account
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD ITSA) Compliance
Since April 2026, many sole traders and landlords have had to keep digital records and submit quarterly updates under Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD ITSA), with more brought in from April 2027 and 2028. We provide the expertise and support to ensure your business seamlessly transitions to and complies with MTD ITSA regulations.
Our MTD ITSA Compliance Service includes:
- Implementing MTD-compatible accounting software
- Setting up digital record-keeping systems for income and expenses
- Preparing and submitting quarterly updates to HMRC
- Preparing and filing your year-end Final Declaration
- Guidance on MTD ITSA requirements and deadlines
- Ensuring you meet all digital reporting obligations
Accurate VAT Return Preparation & Submission
For VAT-registered businesses, timely and accurate VAT returns are essential. We manage the calculation of your VAT liabilities and ensure your VAT returns are submitted digitally to HMRC in full compliance with Making Tax Digital (MTD for VAT) rules. Avoid errors and penalties with our expert assistance.
Our VAT Return Service includes:
- Reviewing sales and purchase records for VAT purposes
- Accurate calculation of input and output VAT
- Completing all boxes of your VAT Return (VAT100)
- Digital submission to HMRC using MTD-compliant software
Efficient UK Payroll Management Services
Managing payroll can be time-consuming and complex, especially with constantly evolving UK employment laws and HMRC regulations. We offer comprehensive weekly or monthly payroll services to ensure your employees are paid accurately and on time, and that your business remains compliant.
Our Payroll Services include:
- Processing weekly or monthly payroll runs
- Calculating PAYE, National Insurance (NI), and other deductions
- Issuing professional payslips
- Preparing and submitting RTI (Real Time Information) reports to HMRC (FPS & EPS)
- Handling auto-enrolment pensions administration, including NEST
- Processing new starters (P45 or starter checklist) and leavers (P45)
- Producing annual summaries like P60s
- Managing statutory payments (SMP, SPP, SSP etc.)
Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) Compliance for Contractors & Subcontractors
The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) has specific rules for contractors and subcontractors in the UK construction industry. We provide specialist support to ensure you meet your CIS obligations, from verifying subcontractors to submitting monthly CIS returns to HMRC, saving you time and preventing penalties.
Our CIS Services include:
- Contractor registration and verification of subcontractors with HMRC
- Calculating and deducting CIS tax from subcontractor payments
- Preparing and issuing payment and deduction statements to subcontractors
- Monthly submission of CIS300 returns to HMRC
- Ensuring full compliance with CIS regulations
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer accountancy services for sole traders in Doncaster?
Yes. We provide full bookkeeping, self assessment and Making Tax Digital support for sole traders across Doncaster, South Yorkshire, and the wider UK.
Why choose Chiral Accountants?
We are an AAT Licensed practice specialising in small and growing businesses and sole traders. You deal with the same accountant every time, on fixed monthly fees, in plain English, whether you're in Doncaster or anywhere else in the UK.
What is Making Tax Digital (MTD)?
Making Tax Digital is an HMRC initiative to move tax reporting online. We help businesses transition to MTD-compliant software for VAT and Income Tax.
How much do your accountancy services cost?
Our MTD Sole Trader Packages start from £30 a month, and our Limited Company Packages from £65 a month. Both pages have a price calculator, so you can see your monthly fee before you get in touch. Fees are fixed, so there's no surprise bill at year end.
Is it difficult to switch accountants to you?
Not at all. We handle the entire transition for you, including contacting your previous accountant to request professional clearance and all your historical records. It's a seamless process that requires very little effort on your part.
Do you only serve clients in Doncaster?
While we love meeting local clients, you don't need to visit us. We operate a fully digital practice using secure cloud software, allowing us to provide a professional, seamless service to businesses across the entire UK.
Is my business too small or large for your services?
We work with a broad range of clients, from early-stage startups and sole traders to established companies with multi-million pound turnovers.
We specialise in 'Small to Medium' businesses that do not yet require a statutory audit. Many directors are surprised to learn that 'Small' in accounting terms applies to companies with up to £10.2m in turnover. If your business is anywhere within that bracket—whether you are just starting to grow or are managing a large team—we are perfectly equipped to handle your compliance, tax planning, and strategic growth.
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