HMRC enquiries and checks

Dealing with an HMRC enquiry can be confusing, stressful, and time-consuming for any business, especially while you’re trying to keep your operations running smoothly.

Enquiries often involve complex questions and detailed paperwork, which can take up valuable time and cause unnecessary stress. Our team takes care of the process for you, handling all communication with HMRC and ensuring everything is managed efficiently.

With experience across a wide range of sectors, we understand the challenges different businesses face and know how to navigate them.

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What is an HMRC enquiry or compliance check?

If HMRC look into your tax affairs, this may be called an enquiry, an investigation, an intervention or a compliance check. The purpose of an HMRC enquiry or check is to make sure the information you’ve given about your tax is accurate and complete.

  • Enquiry: This happens after a tax return is submitted. HMRC can ask questions and request documents to verify your tax position. They must open an enquiry within 12 months of the return being filed (if filed on time and unchanged).

  • Check: This takes place before a return is submitted. HMRC review current records and may suggest improvements to how business records are kept.

Your business may have been chosen at random to be looked into, or HMRC might believe that there is an error in your tax return. HMRC believe that carrying out some random checks encourages everyone to deal with their tax affairs properly.

If you have received an enquiry from HMRC, do not ignore it. We can help you manage the process and ensure it is as stress-free as possible.

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How Innovative Partners can help with your HMRC enquiry or check

Our team has extensive experience working with HMRC and responding to enquiries. We support businesses through every stage of an HMRC enquiry or compliance check, taking the pressure off you and your team.

Our services include:

  • Full management of HMRC communications.

  • Document preparation and review.

  • Guidance on how to respond to queries.

  • Sector-specific expertise..

  • Peace of mind.

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