Helping businesses earn more, pay less tax, allowing you to live the life you want
Chartered Accountants on the outskirts of York
Chartered Accountants in York
As business owners ourselves we know the frustration, stress, and sleepless nights caused by running a business, managing a team, and keeping track of what taxes are due.
At Inglis, we save you time, stress and money by helping you stay in control of your business and maximising your tax reliefs. We are more than just an accounting firm, we support you and your business in the long term, and help you achieve your business and life goals.
Net Zero Accounting
Inglis have proudly reached the first level of certification to becoming a Net Zero business, working with climate action platform, Net Zero Now.
A Force For Good
Whilst profit, tax and cash is important to us, we support several good causes including Wetwheels Yorkshire, York Mind, and Kitchen For Everyone York.
Popular services
At Inglis, we offer a range of accounting services to help your business grow and thrive
Virtual Finance Director
Leave us to manage the finance function of your business so you can concentrate on the day-to-day running of your business. As your Virtual Finance Director, we will be a sounding board you can bounce ideas off, as well as acting as your business coach and working alongside you to ensure you meet your business goals.
Management Accounts
Do you know how much money is coming in and going out of your business on a day by day, week by week basis? In order that you can make informed decisions to manage your business better, we offer a management accounts service that will help you keep on track of your company's numbers.
Bookkeeping
As you grow your business the number of transactions you complete can quickly add up and bookkeeping can become a daunting and endless task. We offer an out of house bookkeeping service so all you need to do is pass us your sales invoices and receipts and we will do the rest.
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The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics show the UK economy grew by 0.1 percent in the final quarter of 2025. That leaves annual growth at 1.3 percent for the year as a whole, slightly higher than 2024 but below the Bank of England’s earlier forecast of 1.4 percent. The detail behind the figures shows an uneven picture. The services sector, which represents the largest part of the UK economy, recorded no growth in the final quarter for the first time in over two years. Within that, professional, scientific and technical activities declined by 1.1 percent. Construction fell by 2.1 percent over the quarter, its weakest performance in four years, reflecting a drop in both repair and maintenance work and new projects starting on site. Manufacturing provided the main support to growth, helped in part by Jaguar Land Rover restarting production following a cyber-attack earlier in the year. Travel agencies, tour operators and administrative support services also performed strongly. Business conditions remain mixed The Bank of England recently lowered its forecast for UK growth in 2026 to 0.9 percent and raised its expectation for unemployment. While some economists believe the latest data could support an interest rate cut in the coming months, others suggest policymakers may wait for clearer signs that inflation is slowing. Business groups continue to report concerns about rising costs. Surveys from the British Chambers of Commerce indicate that taxation and inflation remain key issues for firms, with particular focus on increases in employer National Insurance contributions. What this means for business owners For many small and medium-sized businesses, the figures reinforce a familiar theme: growth is present, but limited. In this environment, it is sensible to: Keep cash flow forecasts up to date Review pricing and margins carefully Factor employer National Insurance changes into staffing decisions Monitor borrowing costs in case of future interest rate movements How we can help If you would like to review how the current economic outlook could affect your business, we would be more than happy to talk. Call us on 01904 787 973 or book a call with our team .
The self-assessment deadline comes around at the same time every year, but thousands of people still miss it. If you were required to submit a self-assessment tax return and did not file by 31 January, HM Revenue and Customs now treats the return as late. That does not mean the situation cannot be resolved, but it does mean penalties may already apply and further charges can build quickly if nothing is done. Missing the self-assessment deadline does not mean the situation cannot be put right. But acting quickly can make a real difference to the penalties and stress involved. The annual self-assessment filing deadline passed on 31 January. Anyone who was required to submit a tax return for the 2024 to 2025 tax year and has not yet done so will now be classed as late by HM Revenue and Customs. An automatic penalty applies as soon as the deadline is missed, even if no tax is owed or the tax has already been paid. What penalties apply now The first penalty is a fixed £100 charge. This applies immediately once the deadline has passed and cannot usually be appealed unless there is a recognised reasonable excuse. If the return remains outstanding for more than three months, further penalties can start to build up. These are charged at £10 per day, for up to 90 days, meaning an additional maximum penalty of £900. If the return is still not filed after six months, HMRC may charge a further penalty. This is the higher of £300 or 5% of the tax due. After 12 months, another penalty of the higher of £300 or 5% of the tax owed can be added. Separate penalties apply if tax is paid late. These are charged at 5% of the unpaid tax after 30 days, six months and 12 months. Interest may also be added to any outstanding balance. Even if you cannot pay in full, filing the return as soon as possible helps limit how far penalties can escalate. Reasonable excuses and appeals HMRC does allow penalties to be cancelled in limited circumstances where there is a reasonable excuse. These might include serious illness, a bereavement, or an unexpected event that genuinely prevented the return being submitted on time. Being busy, forgetting the deadline, or not having all paperwork ready are not usually accepted as valid reasons. Any appeal must be made after the return has been filed, not instead of filing it. What to do if you cannot pay If you have filed your return but cannot afford to pay the tax bill in full, you may be able to apply for a Time to Pay arrangement. This allows the tax owed to be spread over monthly instalments, subject to meeting HMRC’s criteria. The option is usually available online for debts under £30,000, provided returns are up to date. How we can help If you have missed the deadline, the most important step is to deal with it promptly and correctly. We can help you file your outstanding return, check whether penalties are correct, and advise on whether an appeal is appropriate. We can also liaise with HMRC on your behalf, help you apply for a Time to Pay arrangement, and ensure future deadlines are managed properly so this does not happen again. If you would like support with a late return or ongoing self-assessment obligations, call us on 01904 787 973 or book a call with our team .
Pensions remain one of the most tax efficient ways to save for the future, and thoughtful planning around contributions continues to be one of the most effective tax planning tools available. However, recent changes announced in the Autumn Budget, alongside upcoming reforms to the Inheritance Tax treatment of unused pension funds, highlight the importance of reviewing retirement planning sooner rather than later. Below, we outline the key changes and what they may mean for individuals and business owners. Salary sacrifice changes From 6 April 2029, full tax-free salary sacrifice for pension contributions is due to be restricted. A new £2,000 limit will apply to the amount employees can contribute through salary sacrifice without incurring Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs). This change will affect pension schemes operated by UK employers. Around eight million employees currently use salary sacrifice to fund pension contributions, with over three million sacrificing more than £2,000 of salary or bonuses each year. For many, this change could significantly alter the tax efficiency of their retirement savings strategy. Why the government is making changes The government has stated that it continues to support and incentivise pension saving, retaining Income Tax and NICs reliefs on pension contributions worth more than £70 billion annually. Most other salary sacrifice arrangements were closed in 2017. Pension salary sacrifice remained in place, but its cost has risen sharply. Forgone NICs increased from £2.8 billion in 2016/17 to £5.8 billion in 2023/24, and without intervention this figure was forecast to rise to almost £8 billion by 2030/31. Pension contribution rules explained Individuals receive tax relief on pension contributions at their marginal rate. Relief is available in each tax year on contributions up to the higher of: 100% of net relevant earnings £3,600 gross However, there are limits on how much can be contributed tax efficiently. The annual allowance caps the total amount of pension saving that can receive tax relief each year. For the 2025/26 tax year, the annual allowance remains at £60,000. Contributions above this level may trigger a tax charge. Reduced allowance for higher earners For higher earners, a tapered annual allowance may apply. This affects individuals with: Threshold income above £200,000 Adjusted income above £260,000 Where adjusted income exceeds £260,000, the annual allowance is reduced by £1 for every £2 over this limit, down to a minimum of £10,000 once adjusted income reaches £360,000. Using unused allowances from earlier years Unused annual allowance can be carried forward for up to three tax years. This can be particularly helpful for individuals with fluctuating income, or owner-managed businesses where profits vary year to year. For the 2025/26 tax year, unused allowances from 2022/23, 2023/24 and 2024/25 can be carried forward, provided the individual was a member of a registered pension scheme in those years. It is worth noting that the annual allowance for 2022/23 was £40,000, lower than the current limit. Keeping track of pension savings It is surprisingly common for people to lose track of their pension savings over time. Current estimates suggest there are around 3.3 million lost pension pots in the UK, holding a combined £31.1 billion. The average lost pot is largest among those aged 55 to 75, at approximately £13,500. Many pension providers offer tracing and consolidation services, and the government’s Pension Tracing Service can also help individuals locate missing pensions. Looking ahead, the planned pensions dashboard aims to provide a secure, online view of all pension savings in one place. While there is no confirmed public launch date yet, it is expected to make managing pensions far simpler in future. Talk to us Pension rules can be complicated and changes often have a significant impact on your long-term tax position. Whether you are employed, self-employed or running your own business, getting the right advice can help ensure your pension strategy remains tax efficient. If you would like to review your pension planning or understand how these changes may affect you, call us on 01904 787 973 or book a call with our team .