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Transport & Logistics Accountants in the UK

Transport businesses manage fleets of vehicles, complex fuel costs, driver employment status issues, operator licensing compliance, and international customs and VAT obligations. A transport sector accountant handles vehicle capital allowances, fuel scale charges, CPC compliance costs, tachograph record-keeping implications, and the specific challenges of driver status (employed vs self-employed).

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Common Services for Transport & Logistics

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Self Assessment

Filing your personal tax return accurately and on time.

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Corporation Tax

Expert corporation tax compliance and planning for limited companies.

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VAT Returns

Accurate VAT registration, returns, and compliance.

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Payroll

Reliable payroll processing, PAYE, and pension auto-enrolment.

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Bookkeeping

Professional day-to-day financial record keeping.

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Annual Accounts

Statutory annual accounts preparation and filing.

Transport & Logistics Accounting FAQs

How do fuel scale charges work?

If your business provides fuel for private use in company vehicles, you must either track private mileage precisely or pay VAT on HMRC's fuel scale charges. The scale charge is based on the vehicle's CO2 emissions and is designed to recoup the input VAT claimed on fuel.

Are delivery drivers employees or self-employed?

This depends on the working arrangements, not the contract label. Key factors include control over how work is done, obligation to provide services personally, mutuality of obligation, and financial risk. Misclassification can lead to significant PAYE, NIC, and penalty exposure.

What capital allowances apply to commercial vehicles?

Commercial vehicles (vans, lorries) qualify as plant and machinery for capital allowances. Electric commercial vehicles qualify for 100% first-year allowances. Cars have separate, less generous rules based on CO2 emissions.

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