The situation
Ten months of bookkeeping arrears. Two HMRC fines on the desk. A Companies House warning. The previous accountant had not delivered, and arrears had accumulated across the CIC’s records.
Action was needed immediately. Without intervention, further penalties would accrue. HMRC penalty procedures have time-sensitive appeal windows that cannot be missed.
What we did
Backlog clearance: 10 months resolved in 30 days
Ten months of bookkeeping arrears, missing invoices, and unfiled documents were reviewed month by month and fully resolved.
HMRC penalty appeals: both fines overturned
HMRC penalties were appealed on grounds of reasonable excuse, citing the previous accountant’s failure to deliver. Both fines were overturned and £10,500 was recovered.
Ongoing system: monthly filing and current accounts
Monthly filing established to prevent future backlogs. Regular updates provided on all filings and compliance requirements. Direct communication with accountant available.
The outcome
“Ten months of bookkeeping behind, two HMRC fines, Companies House warnings. Annabel cleared it in 30 days, overturned the penalties and recovered £10,500. I stopped dreading the post.”