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First Year Accounts for Limited Company in Irvine: Professional Preparation and Companies House Filing Support

If you have recently set up a limited company in Irvine, your first statutory accounts are a key compliance step. Professional support for First Year Accounts for Limited Company involves preparing the initial statutory accounts, reviewing the underlying accounting records and delivering the accounts to Companies House where required. It can help directors understand what information is needed, how the first accounting period is treated and where separate HMRC obligations, such as a Corporation Tax Return or CT600, may apply. Micro Entity Accounts provides practical assistance throughout the process, so the figures are organised and the filing position is clear.

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Your first filing timeline

Incorporation

Your first filing timeline depends on your company's incorporation date and accounting reference date.

Accounting reference date

Set by default to the last day of the month of incorporation, one year on.

First accounts due

Normally 21 months after incorporation at Companies House.

First CT600 due

12 months after the end of the accounting period, with tax due earlier.

What Are First Year Accounts for a Micro Company? Guidance for Eligible Limited Companies in Irvine

First-year accounts are the first set of annual statutory accounts a newly incorporated limited company prepares for its initial accounting period. They are not optional simply because the company is new. The company’s first accounting period usually begins on the incorporation date and runs to its first accounting reference date, although the exact period and any permitted change depend on the company’s circumstances and Companies House requirements. The accounts are generally filed with Companies House where required. A company that meets the applicable eligibility requirements may be able to use the micro-entity framework, including FRS 105 where relevant, but micro-entity status is not automatic for every new limited company. Eligibility and the appropriate reporting framework must be considered for the relevant accounting period. First-year statutory accounts are separate from a Corporation Tax Return or CT600, which is submitted to HMRC where applicable, and separate from a confirmation statement, which is its own Companies House filing. If a company has had limited activity or has not yet started trading, its reporting position still depends on its circumstances and the applicable rules rather than being automatically treated as dormant. For directors in Irvine, the priority is usually to keep accurate records, understand the first accounting period and prepare the required accounts on a sound basis.

Does Your New Company Qualify as a Micro Entity?

Even in your first period, your company must meet the Companies House size criteria to file micro-entity accounts. A company generally needs to meet at least two of these three conditions.

Business Turnover

Annual Turnover of £1 Million or less. (£632,000 previously)

Balance Sheet

Balance sheet total of £500,000 or less.(£316,000 previously)

Company Size

On an average 10 or less employees (10 or less previously)

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What's Included in Our First Year Accounts Service?

Our first-year accounts package can include statutory accounts preparation, Companies House filing and Corporation Tax Return preparation where included in the selected package.

First Year Accounts Preparation

Preparation of your first set of statutory accounts under the micro-entity reporting framework, from incorporation to your first year end.

First Accounting Period Review

Review of extended first accounting periods and any separate Corporation Tax return periods where applicable.

Companies House Filing

We prepare and submit your first statutory accounts to Companies House within the filing window.

First Corporation Tax Return (CT600)

Preparation of your first Company Tax Return and supporting computations for HMRC.

Opening Balances & Set-Up Costs

We record pre-trading expenses, director loans and share capital correctly in your opening balance sheet.

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Why Choose Us

Micro Entity Accountants keep micro-entity accounts straightforward, transparent and easy to manage for busy company directors.

FRS 105 Specialists

The micro-entities regime is all we do, so your accounts are prepared to the right standard first time.

Paperless Onboarding

Get set up in minutes with a fully digital, secure process — no printing, posting or office visits.

Deadline Management

We track your Companies House and HMRC deadlines and prompt you early so late filing penalties are avoided.

Fixed Fee, No Surprises

One transparent fixed fee covers preparation, the tax return and both filings. No hourly billing.

Included in every first year file

Confirmation of your accounting reference date

Split Corporation Tax Returns where the period exceeds 12 months

Pre-trading and formation costs reviewed

Share capital and director loan account set up

Companies House and HMRC submission receipts

─── How It Works

How Our First Year Accounts Filing Service Works

Share Your Company Details

Send us your incorporation date, accounting reference date, bank statements and any pre-trading costs through our secure portal.

First Accounts & Tax Return Prep

We build your opening balances, prepare your micro-entity accounts and your first CT600 Corporation Tax Return.

Review & Approval of Drafts

You receive draft accounts with plain-English explanations of what has been included and why, ready for director approval.

Submit to HMRC & Companies House

We file your first accounts with Companies House and your CT600 with HMRC, then confirm both submissions.

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Why Choose Us for Your First Year Accounts?

We keep a first filing simple, transparent and easy to manage for directors doing it for the first time.

Paperless Onboarding

Get your new company set up on a fully digital, secure accounting process in minutes.

First-Year Compliance Support

We help you understand the accounting period, records and filing requirements that apply to your company's first accounts.

Fully Qualified Accountants

All work is handled by UK-qualified accountants who specialise in micro companies.

Fixed Fee, No Hidden Costs

One simple fee covering your first accounts preparation and both filings.

─── WHO WE HELP

First Year Accounts Support for Micro Companies Across the UK

Newly Incorporated Companies

Companies formed in the last 12 to 18 months filing their very first set of accounts.

First-Time Directors

Directors who have never filed statutory accounts and want the process explained clearly.

Newly Incorporated Limited Companies

Small companies with limited first-year trading, including those that stayed dormant part of the period.

Get Your First Year Accounts for Limited Company in Irvine Prepared with Professional Support

Newly incorporated companies often have questions about what goes into their first statutory accounts, which records are needed and how the Companies House filing fits alongside other obligations. Micro Entity Accounts can assist with preparing and reviewing first-year accounts, helping you work from orderly accounting records and understand the reporting framework that applies to your company. Whether you are a director in Irvine dealing with your first accounting period or you simply want the figures checked before filing, professional support can make the process clearer and reduce the risk of avoidable errors. Speak to us to discuss your company’s position and get help preparing its first accounts.

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First Year Accounts FAQs

Still unsure where you stand? Reach out to our UK team at info@microentityaccounts.co.uk and we will review your filing history with you.

What are First Year Accounts for Limited Company?

They are the first set of annual statutory accounts prepared for a company's initial accounting period. They generally cover the period from incorporation to the company's first accounting reference date, although the exact period and filing position depend on the company's circumstances and Companies House requirements. They are prepared from the company's accounting records and are generally filed with Companies House where required. They are not the same as a Corporation Tax Return or a confirmation statement.

When are first-year limited company accounts due?

The due date depends on the company's incorporation date, accounting reference date and applicable Companies House requirements, so there is no single deadline that applies to every new company. The first accounting period can differ from later periods, and the company's filing obligations should be checked against its individual records. If you are unsure, it is sensible to confirm the position early rather than relying on a general rule of thumb.

What information is needed to prepare first-year accounts?

To prepare first-year accounts, we may need bank statements and transaction records, sales and income records, business expense receipts and purchase invoices, asset purchase details, director transactions, share capital information, loan and finance agreements, and payroll or VAT records where applicable. Not every company will have all of these records. For directors in Irvine, keeping these records organised early can make preparation more straightforward.

Does a new limited company have to file first-year accounts with Companies House?

Generally yes, where the company is required to file statutory accounts. A newly incorporated limited company may still have filing obligations even if it has not started trading or has had limited activity. That said, the exact position depends on the company's circumstances and applicable rules. Filing first-year accounts with Companies House is separate from any Corporation Tax filing due to HMRC.

Are first-year accounts the same as a CT600 or Corporation Tax Return?

No. Statutory accounts are delivered to Companies House where required, while a Corporation Tax Return such as a CT600 is submitted to HMRC where applicable. Information from the accounts may be used when preparing the company's tax position, but the two filings have different purposes and destinations. A company's first Corporation Tax accounting period and its statutory accounts period may not be identical, so both should be reviewed separately.

Can a newly incorporated company qualify for micro-entity accounts?

Some newly incorporated limited companies may qualify for the micro-entity framework if they meet the applicable eligibility requirements for the relevant accounting period. Not every new company qualifies, and low activity or low turnover alone does not automatically mean a company is a micro-entity. Where eligible, FRS 105 may be the relevant reporting standard. The appropriate framework should be confirmed after reviewing the company's circumstances.

Do first-year accounts replace a confirmation statement?

No. A confirmation statement is a separate Companies House filing, and first-year statutory accounts do not replace it. A limited company may still need to submit a confirmation statement and keep its Companies House information up to date. The two have different purposes and different filing requirements.

What happens if first-year accounts are filed late?

Filing required accounts after the applicable deadline can lead to Companies House consequences, which may include penalties depending on the circumstances. Paying a penalty does not remove the need to file the outstanding accounts. If accounts are late, it is best to deal with the position promptly and take advice on the options available. Appeal eligibility depends on the circumstances and applicable rules.