Company Formation Near Exeter
Your new limited company, set up properly.
Starting a limited company near Exeter involves more than a Companies House registration. There is the accounting software, the payroll structure, VAT registration to consider, and a tax position that is best planned from day one rather than caught up on later. Fixed monthly fee, ICAEW chartered, same-day replies.
- Company formed and registered correctly — no gaps to fix later
- Tax structure decided from the start, not retrofitted after the fact
- Bookkeeping and payroll set up correctly before trading begins
- A named, qualified accountant available the day a question comes up
No long-term contract. If it is not working after three months, you leave with clean books and nothing owed.
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Fixed pricing. Same-day reply.
What our clients say
★★★★★
Professional Through Every Step of Formation
“Kieran has been very professional, caring, patient and efficient throughout the entire process of building our company.”
★★★★★
Bailed Out of a Last-Minute Panic
“He’s on the ball, quick at responding, patient with me and got the job done stress free, plus his rates are very competitive.”
★★★★★
Switched Accountants, Already Saving Money
“Having only recently switched my business to Swift from another accountant, I have found them efficient, friendly and professional, and they’re already saving me money.”
★★★★★
Every Question Answered Without Hesitation
“He was always one click away from every possible question we could throw at him.”
Sound familiar?
Not sure what actually needs doing when you form a company?
Registering at Companies House is the easy part. What catches most new limited company directors near Exeter is everything that comes after it — the right salary and dividend split, VAT registration timing, Making Tax Digital obligations, and bookkeeping that is set up to survive the first year-end. Getting the structure wrong at the start means unpicking it later, which costs more time and usually more money.
- Company registered but no accounting structure in place to trade properly
- No clarity on salary versus dividends or what the tax position actually is
- VAT registration, payroll and HMRC obligations unclear before trading begins
What set up correctly looks like
Your company formed, your accounting software live, and your tax structure decided before you invoice anyone. From there, the monthly bookkeeping, payroll and quarterly VAT run as a matter of course — no scramble at year-end, no surprises from HMRC.
- Company registered and accounting software live before you start trading
- Salary and dividend structure agreed upfront — tax position visible from day one
- VAT, payroll and HMRC obligations handled from the moment they apply
- A fixed monthly cost that covers the accounting as the business grows
What new limited company directors say
We work with directors forming new companies across Devon and the wider UK. Here are two clients who came to us at the point of setting up — much the same position you are probably in now.
What a guy!! Excellent, fast and reliable. Kieran has been very professional, caring, patient and efficient throughout the entire process of building our company. He was always one click away from every possible question we could throw at him.
Kieran at Swift is super! He helped and bailed me out of the last minute panic of tax and Companies House returns. He’s on the ball, quick at responding, patient with me and got the job done stress free, plus his rates are very competitive.
What your monthly fee covers
Three core things that keep your new company compliant, your tax position clear and your admin manageable — for one fixed monthly fee from day one.
Company Formation and Setup
Your limited company registered at Companies House, your accounting software configured, and your payroll and VAT obligations confirmed before you start trading. Getting the structure right at the beginning means you are not correcting it six months in.
From the first dayBookkeeping and Year-End Accounts
Monthly bookkeeping on Xero keeps your records current throughout the year. Your annual accounts and corporation tax return are prepared and filed without a year-end scramble — because there is nothing to scramble for.
Included as standardTax Planning and Director Pay
Salary and dividend structure agreed from the start, not worked out retrospectively. Your tax position is visible throughout the year, which means you know roughly what you owe well before HMRC asks for it.
No extras, no surprisesNew company directors across Devon trust Swift
Sole traders making the move to a limited company, consultants forming for the first time, and small businesses that have outgrown their current setup. Usually arriving with questions and no structure. Leaving with considerably less to worry about.
Switched Accountants and Already Saving Money
“Having only recently switched my business to Swift from another accountant, I have found them efficient, friendly and professional, and they’re already saving me money! Would recommend. Nic Paton, Cormorant Media”
Knowledgeable, Efficient and Genuinely Helpful Advice
“Kieran was really helpful and very knowledgeable with my circumstance, he gave me great advice and was very efficient with getting my tax’s submitted, really glad I found Swift and will definitely be using for future accounting.”
Fast, Reliable Work at Short Notice
“Great work by Kieran sorting out my business accounts really fast and at short notice on multiple occasions. Many thanks and I would highly recommend them for all accounting needs.”
Why new company directors choose Swift
There is no shortage of accountants in and around Exeter. Here is what is different about working with one who is already familiar with the formation process and what follows it.
Formation is only the beginning
Registering the company takes minutes. Choosing the right share structure, confirming VAT registration timing, setting up payroll for a director-only company — these are the decisions that matter. They are sorted at the outset, not flagged as a problem a year later.
Replies the same day
Questions get answered the day you ask them. When you are forming a new company there are often a lot of them — structure, tax, HMRC registration, what software to use. Ask a question, get a clear answer before the end of the day.
One price, agreed upfront
Your monthly fee is fixed and does not change because you asked too many questions or had a busy quarter. No hourly billing, no unexpected invoices. Your accounting cost is as predictable as any other fixed overhead in the business.
Up and running in four steps
From your first enquiry to everything being handled, the process takes less effort than most people expect. No complicated onboarding, no forms that need a lawyer.
Send your enquiry
Fill in the form on this page. Kieran reads every enquiry and responds the same day with a clear next step. No automated holding messages and no queue.
A short discovery call
Around twenty minutes to understand your situation, what you are looking to set up, and what needs to be in place before you start trading. By the end of the call you will know exactly what is covered and what it costs.
We handle the formation
Your company registered at Companies House, your accounting software configured, and all HMRC registrations confirmed. You do not need to navigate any of it yourself — just confirm you want to proceed.
Ongoing — nothing falls through
Monthly bookkeeping, payroll, quarterly VAT returns and your year-end accounts all handled as a matter of course. Your tax position is visible throughout the year, HMRC obligations are met on time, and there is considerably less to think about than there was before.
“I’ve been using Swift Accounting for two years now after my previous accountant retired and recommended Kieran. Excellent and prompt service, great communications and above all really helpful. Highly recommend.”
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Your new company, set up properly from the start.
Fixed monthly fee, ICAEW chartered accountant, same-day replies. Company formation through to ongoing accounting — no surprises, no lock-in.