Why Choose APH for Company Formation
Expert structure advice
We help you choose the right business structure. Not every business should be a limited company – we’ll advise honestly based on your circumstances.
Fast company setup
We can register your limited company within 24-48 hours. Quick, efficient, and hassle-free.
Complete setup service
We don’t just register your company. We set up HMRC registrations, business bank accounts, accounting software, and ensure you’re ready to trade.
Ongoing support included
Company formation is just the start. We provide ongoing accounting, tax planning, and business advice as you grow.
Local Wirral accountants
Based in Wallasey Village. We’re here when you need face-to-face support, not a distant online service.
Our Company Formation Services
- Company Registration – Companies House registration, company name check, registered office address, share structure, director appointments.
- HMRC Registrations – Corporation tax registration, PAYE and payroll (if employing), VAT registration (if required), CIS registration (for construction).
- Business Bank Account – Bank account opening support, documentation preparation, introduction to business banking partners.
- Accounting Setup – Cloud accounting software (Xero/QuickBooks), chart of accounts, invoice templates, expense tracking systems.
- Ongoing Accounting – Monthly bookkeeping, year-end accounts, corporation tax returns, dividend planning, tax advice.
- Share Structure Advice – Shareholding decisions, spouse shareholding, investor provisions, share classes, future planning.
What Business Owners Say
Rachel Green
“Fantastic service with a superb, friendly and ‘down to earth’ team of professionals. Certainly not that ‘stuffy’ uninspiring atmosphere that you’d expect from an accountancy firm. Business set up seamlessly and without any hassle whatsoever.”
Bean Anywhere Coffee Van
“New business start-up advice and ease of understanding. Paul gave a lot help in setting up Quickfile for our bookkeeping. Save your time, let APH look after your accounts and you run your business. Highly recommend.”
Holly Connolly
“I have worked with APH for a year now and what a difference a year has made. Paul, Carla, Adam are fantastic and help in every way possible. Their team are very professional, helpful and great to work with.”
Should You Form a Limited Company?
When a limited company makes sense:
- Earnings over £30-40k – Tax efficiency improves significantly at this level.
- Long-term business – Worth the admin if you’re building something sustainable.
- Professional credibility – Clients prefer dealing with limited companies.
- Limited liability protection – Separates personal and business risk.
- Planning growth – Easier to bring in investors or partners.
When sole trader might be better:
- Side hustle or testing an idea – Keep it simple initially.
- Earning under £25k – Tax savings minimal, admin burden high.
- Temporary project – Not worth setup for short-term work.
We’ll analyse your situation and recommend honestly.
What’s Included in Our Service
Company Formation Package includes:
- Company name check and registration
- Companies House filing
- Share certificates and statutory registers
- Registered office address (can use ours)
- HMRC corporation tax registration
- First year free registered office service
Plus optional extras:
- PAYE and payroll registration
- VAT registration
- Business bank account support
- Cloud accounting setup and training
- Ongoing monthly accounting
The Company Formation Process
- Initial Consultation – We discuss your business, advise on structure, and confirm limited company is right for you.
- Choose Company Name – We check availability and reserve your chosen name at Companies House.
- Company Registration – We register your company (typically 24-48 hours) and receive your incorporation certificate.
- HMRC Registration – We register for corporation tax and any other required schemes (PAYE, VAT, CIS).
- Setup and Training – We set up your accounting software, bank account, and show you how everything works.
- Ongoing Support – You’re ready to trade with full accounting support from day one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Company registration typically takes 24-48 hours. HMRC registrations can take 1-2 weeks. We guide you through the entire process.
Our company formation package starts from £150-250 including Companies House fees, registrations, and setup. Ongoing accounting from £200/month.
Yes. We can provide a registered office address service, keeping your home address private from Companies House.
Limited companies offer tax efficiency and liability protection but require more admin. Sole traders are simpler but offer less protection. We’ll advise which suits you.
Yes. Limited companies must keep personal and business finances separate. We can introduce you to business banking partners.
Annual confirmation statement (£13), annual accounts filing, corporation tax return, accounting fees. We provide transparent fixed monthly pricing.
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