Dormant Company Accounts Torbay
Your dormant company obligations, handled.
A dormant company still has real filing deadlines — Companies House and, in most cases, HMRC both need to hear from you. Missing either costs money and creates avoidable correspondence. Daniel is ACCA-qualified with 20 years of experience, charges a fixed fee agreed upfront, and replies the day you ask.
- Dormant accounts filed with Companies House on time, every year
- HMRC dormancy notifications handled so no unexpected Corporation Tax demands arrive
- Confirmation statements submitted before the deadline, without chasing you
- Clear advice on what reactivating the company would require when the time comes
No long-term contract. If it is not working after three months, you leave with compliant books and nothing outstanding.
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Sound familiar?
Still not sure what a dormant company actually needs to file?
Most directors assume a dormant company means no paperwork. It does not. Companies House still expects annual accounts and a confirmation statement. HMRC may need a dormancy notification so it does not issue a Corporation Tax return and expect one back. These are not difficult obligations, but they are easy to forget — and the penalties for late filing are the same whether the company traded or not.
- ✕ Unsure whether your dormant company needs to file accounts this year
- ✕ A late filing penalty or reminder letter arrived and you are not sure what to do next
- ✕ No one has told HMRC the company is dormant, so a CT demand could arrive unexpectedly
What compliant looks like
Dormant company compliance is straightforward when someone is tracking your deadlines. Accounts go in on time, HMRC is kept informed, and you are not left guessing what is required each year.
- ✓ Annual dormant accounts filed with Companies House before the deadline
- ✓ Late penalties cleared or avoided — deadlines monitored so nothing slips
- ✓ HMRC notified of dormancy status so no unexpected Corporation Tax correspondence
- ✓ Fixed fee agreed upfront — no surprise bills for a straightforward annual obligation
What clients say about working with Daniel
Directors across Torbay and the wider UK trust DG Accountancy to keep their compliance on track without making it complicated.
Professional service. This company does my accounts every year and i never have to worry about it. Speedy as well. I am a very happy customer.
Excellent service providing financial accounts for probate. Quick, efficient and friendly. Would highly recommend.
Everything your dormant company needs to stay compliant
One fixed fee covers the annual filing obligations so you are not left tracking deadlines or wondering what is required each year.
Dormant Accounts Filed on Time
Your annual dormant accounts are prepared to the correct micro-entity or abbreviated standard and filed with Companies House before the deadline. You will receive a clear summary of what was filed and when the next period falls due. No chasing, no guesswork.
Included as standardHMRC Dormancy Notification Handled
If HMRC has not been formally told the company is dormant, it may issue a Corporation Tax notice to file — and then a penalty when nothing arrives. The correct notification is submitted so that does not happen. If a CT notice has already arrived, that is handled too.
Included as standardConfirmation Statement and Secretarial
The annual confirmation statement must be filed regardless of whether the company traded. It is submitted on time and any required changes to the register are updated correctly. If you decide to reactivate the company, the transition is managed without disruption.
Included as standardConsistent results across different clients
From sole traders to limited company directors, clients across Torbay and the UK say the same things: clear communication, fast turnaround, no drama.
Turned Everything Around Very Quickly
“Fees were transparent, turnaround was fast, and the work was done thoroughly and accurately. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Daniel to anyone needing reliable accountancy support, particularly where deadlines really matter.”
Huge Thanks For Helping With Our Taxes
“Huge thanks to Daniel for helping ourselves with our taxes! Being self employed means we all have to do this ourselves which is just not possible on top of our work load. Thanks again! We will be using you again!”
Great Advice on Managing Books Efficiently
“Daniel was very helpful with my books and tax return. He offered great advise and insight in how to manage my books better and more efficiently. His knowledge in tax law and what can be used for expenses really helped with saving money where I could.”
What makes the difference for dormant company clients
Dormant compliance is routine — but only if someone is actually watching the deadlines. Here is what that looks like in practice.
Deadlines Tracked Without Reminders From You
Companies House filing deadlines vary by company and accounting period. Daniel monitors them so you are not relying on a letter arriving at the right address. Your accounts go in on time without you having to remember when to ask.
Plain English on What Dormant Actually Means
HMRC and Companies House use the word differently, which catches a number of directors out. Daniel explains clearly which definition applies to your situation and what each body requires from you — without making it more complicated than it needs to be.
Questions Answered the Day You Ask
If a Companies House reminder lands on your doormat or HMRC sends a letter you were not expecting, you need a straightforward answer quickly. DG Accountancy is known for fast, clear replies — not a wait of several days for a two-line response.
Up and running in four steps
Most dormant company clients are fully onboarded within a week. The process is straightforward and requires very little from you beyond a few basic details.
Book a free discovery call
A short call to understand your company, its current filing position, and whether any deadlines are approaching. No sales pitch — just a clear picture of where things stand.
Receive your fixed-fee quote
You get a written quote covering exactly what is included. Everything is agreed upfront so there are no surprises when the invoice arrives. Dormant company fees are typically straightforward.
Onboarding and Companies House check
Daniel checks the company record, confirms what has and has not been filed, and gathers the information needed to proceed. Most clients are fully onboarded within a week with minimal input required.
Compliance handled, deadlines managed
Accounts, confirmation statements and HMRC notifications are filed on time. You know exactly where your company stands without having to think about it again until next year.
“Daniel was very helpful and patient with me when I had no clue what to do and spoke through everything with me and made it clear, couldn’t recommend him enough, thank you again.”
Common questions about dormant company accounts
Does a dormant company really need to file accounts every year?
Yes. Companies House requires dormant companies to file annual accounts regardless of trading activity. The format is simpler than a full set of accounts — typically a balance sheet with limited disclosure — but the deadline is the same and the late filing penalty applies equally. Failing to file can also lead to the company being struck off the register.
What does it cost to have dormant company accounts filed?
Dormant company accounts are one of the more straightforward annual obligations, and the fee reflects that. You will receive a fixed quote upfront covering Companies House filing, the confirmation statement if due, and HMRC dormancy notification where needed. There are no hourly rates and no surprise additions at the end.
The company has not filed for a year or two — is that a problem?
It can be, but it is manageable. Late filing penalties can be appealed in some circumstances, and Companies House will accept overdue accounts if the company has not yet been struck off. The first step is to establish exactly what is outstanding, which is done as part of onboarding. Daniel will give you a clear picture of the position before any work begins.
Is there a long-term contract if I just need this filed once a year?
No. There is no minimum contract period. Annual dormant company clients can engage on a per-year basis, and if circumstances change — for example, if the company starts trading or is closed down — the arrangement ends without penalty. You will not be tied in.
Do I need to tell HMRC separately that the company is dormant?
Yes, and this is the step that catches many directors out. Companies House and HMRC are separate bodies with different definitions of dormancy. If HMRC has not been formally notified, it may issue a notice to file a Corporation Tax return and then apply penalties when one does not arrive. Daniel handles the correct notification so that chain of events does not start.
What happens if I want to start trading through the company again?
The company will need to be reactivated — HMRC notified of trading status, VAT registration considered if turnover is likely to approach the threshold, and bookkeeping set up from the point trading begins. This is a straightforward transition and something Daniel can plan with you in advance so nothing is missed when the time comes.
Dormant company filing sorted, without the stress.
A fixed fee, a clear deadline tracker, and an ACCA-qualified accountant who replies the day you ask. No long-term contract, no jargon, no surprises.