Self Assessment tax return service

Self Assessment tax returns done for you, from just £99.50 +VAT.

Our certified accountants bring a personal touch to the online process, making it quick, easy, and tailored just for you.

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Key features

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Low one-off fee

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Guidance on tax-saving opportunities

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Hassle-free filing

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Tax experts who have your back

Great Service, above all brilliant helpful team of professionals

Donnie Dhillon

I dread my yearly tax return but they just make it painless

Andrew Parsons

I felt overwhelmed with what was needed to be ready for my year end accounts. Caitlin walked me through things step by step. She was so patient and understanding and super helpful

Lisa Johnson

Enormously approachable and great at explaining everything. Looking forward to the self assessment now instead of dreading it.

Maja Sienkiewicz Lee

Self Assessment headache solved!

Simon

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Who we can help

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Self employed
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Freelancers
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First-time filers
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Contractors
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Investors
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Landlords
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PAYE (over £100k)
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Construction workers (CIS)
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Save time and money

We file on your behalf. We ask you a few questions and then get filing.

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ACCA & AAT qualified accountants

Our expert accountants follow the bylaws, regulations and ethical guidelines of ACCA.

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50,000+

Self Assessments filed since 2009.

Resources for Self Assessment

FAQs

Frequently asked questions about self assessments.

What is a Self Assessment and do I need to complete one?

Self Assessment - often referred to as a ‘tax return’ - is a way for HMRC to calculate how much Income Tax and National Insurance Contributions you’ll need to pay. For contracted employees, your tax is deducted monthly on your employment income through the PAYE system. For the self-employed, or someone with other types of income (e.g. pension or dividends), HMRC needs a Self Assessment to assess the tax required to be paid.

What’s included in the Crunch Self Assessment service?

If you choose Crunch for your next Self Assessment, here’s what you get with the service:

  • Some quick questions on your Self Assessment, giving our accountants more details on you and your finances
  • Once you have completed a spreadsheet of your expenses or money made, this can be uploaded, along with your questionnaire and any other supporting documents, onto our online software.
  • A friendly Crunch accountant who will review your Self Assessment and carry out a thorough quality check
  • A dedicated accountant that’ll contact you to discuss your Self Assessment and if there are anomalies in the information you’ve provided.
  • The rest is left to us - you can now sit back and relax while Crunch files your Self Assessment with HMRC for you.
Why Should I File my Self Assessment early?
  • If you submit yours as soon as it’s available to do so (6th April), you'll have until the end of January to pay - that gives you time to plan with no nasty surprises in the new year!
  • If you’re owed a rebate, you’ll find out sooner so you can get a refund. Why let the money sit in HMRC’s account when it could be in yours?
  • Getting it completed now means you can tick it off the to-do list.
  • Avoid the dreaded HMRC penalties for missing the deadline - there's an instant £100 fine if you're late to file, plus several others that can catch you out.
  • Our prices increase the closer to the submission deadline due to the urgency and turn around time for our team. On rare occasions, Crunch may not be able to complete your Self Assessment ourselves. In which case, we’ll offer to refer you to one of our partners, which may incur additional costs.

I think I have a complex Self Assessment. Can Crunch handle it?

Crunch’s Self Assessment service is a one-off price - with no hidden charges! No matter how complicated you think yours may be, Crunch’s accountants can help, providing a hassle-free and easy experience for our clients.

*On rare occasions, Crunch may not be able to complete your Self Assessment ourselves, in which case we’ll offer to refer you to one of our partners, which may incur additional costs. Under no circumstances would Crunch pass on your data without your explicit permission.

Is it really a one-off fee?

With Crunch’s Self Assessment service, we’re completely upfront with all of our fees. Our price increases throughout the year the shorter the window for completion is before the deadline.

If you’d like our extra speedy express service, for last-minute Self Assessment filing, we offer this at an additional fee of £100+VAT. Our friendly accountants will give you a stress-free experience, so you feel prepared for the next tax year.

*Our prices increase the closer to the submission deadline due to the urgency and turn around time for our team. On rare occasions, Crunch may not be able to complete your Self Assessment ourselves. In which case, we’ll offer to refer you to one of our partners, which may incur additional costs. Under no circumstances would Crunch pass on your data without your explicit permission.

How long does it take?

When it comes to your Self Assessment with Crunch, your part can be over in as little as 15 minutes (subject to the size of your tax return). Once your documents have been uploaded onto our online software, you can sit back and wait for our helpful accountants to get in touch.

*On rare occasions, Crunch may not be able to complete your Self Assessment ourselves. In which case, we’ll offer to refer you to one of our partners, which may incur additional costs. Under no circumstances would Crunch pass on your data without your explicit permission.

Who can we help with Self Assessment?

Crunch’s Self Assessment service is available for anyone who’s income isn’t ‘taxed at source’, for example:

  • Self-employed
  • Freelancers
  • Landlords
  • High earners (£100K +)
  • Sole traders
  • Investors
  • Limited Companies
  • Crypto
  • Side hustles
Why is Crunch better than an independent accountant?

Crunch’s Self Assessment service is a one-off fee starting at £99.50+VAT (prices vary depending on the deadline window). In the UK, you can usually be charged anywhere between £150 to £250 (or potentially more!). Get the expert support you want, at a price that doesn’t break the bank!

What if I have just a tax-related query?

You can simply sign up for Crunch Free and now pay just £24.50+VAT (was £39.50+VAT) for help from a specialist accountant.

How long does it take to get my tax refund after my Self Assessment?

If you’re entitled to a refund, you should allow four weeks for the refund to be sent to your bank account. If you owe any tax within 35 days of your Self Assessment submission, your refund will be deducted from your total owed.

When is my Self Assessment due?

It can be filed any time from the 6th of April, up until the deadline of the 31st of January. We recommend filing it at your earliest convenience.

Is my Self Assessment included in my Crunch subscription?

If you have a Crunch Free, Sole Trader Pro, or Small Business plan, there’ll be a small one-off charge starting from £99.50+VAT. However, if you have a Limited Company Premium plan, your Self Assessment is included in your monthly subscription.

I use Crunch. How do I start my Self Assessment?

If you have an existing Crunch account, just log in, select ‘Self Assessment’ on the left-hand side and click ‘Start’. Our accountants will complete it, request your approval and submit it to HMRC on your behalf.

How do I pay any Self Assessment tax I owe?

Once your Self Assessment has been submitted, HMRC will tell you how much tax you owe. This can usually be paid by debit card.

Do I need an accountant for my Self Assessment?

You might find that their experience and expertise come in handy, but there’s no legal obligation to hire an accountant to file your Self Assessment.

Is Crunch’s Self Assessment service easy to join?

Yes! For all new clients, just sign up for a Crunch Free account, log in, and get started! For further help on this, our friendly handy experts are available on 01273 257165

For existing Crunch clients, you can log in to your account and get started right away. For more information, if you pay for your Crunch subscription, you can get in touch with our client managers at support@crunch.co.uk or 01273 257091.

Self Assessment tax return service

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Let us handle your Self Assessment with our easy-to-use online system and support from expert accountants

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Enormously approachable and great at explaining everything in a simple way without the use of unnecessary terminology. Looking forward to the self assessment now instead of dreading it.

I've been with Crunch for more than 5 years and they have always been incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and responsive. They have helped me with my IT consulting limited company, including setting up a second one, payroll, as well as giving great advice on my and my wife's personal tax and self-assessment returns. The web-based software is easy to use, and they are very helpful (phone, email or web chat) when you have an issue, even if it's just that you have forgotten how to do something! Great value vs my other accountants too. Genuinely highly recommend these guys.

Excellent customer service and support. Accounts are stressful at the best of times but Crunch not only make things clear and straightforward but their staff and accountancy software have also taken the stress out of the process and can even help you understand your business and self-assessment processes much better.
Was recommended Crunch by a friend and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to change accountants or sign up when they start either freelancing or as a company.

I rang Crunch for some support regarding my self-assessment tax return today and was really helped by Olivia Beadle. She made me feel so much better about completing my return and ensured I understood the Crunch services available to me during the process. I now feel a bit less overwhelmed in how to use Free Agent and won’t be afraid to ask for support in the future! Thank you Crunch

Crunch have been fantastic at helping me get to grips with my Self Assessment over the past 4 years and most recently Luke and Gemma have been brilliant in helping to sort out our mortgage. Really helpful and efficient service.

Always happy to helpInforming on time of when to fill or submit self-assessment, year end account review, etcTaking as long as needed with reconciliations over the phone and providing insight as to the best way of recording payments

Enormously approachable and great at explaining everything in a simple way without the use of unnecessary terminology. Looking forward to the self assessment now instead of dreading it.

I've been with Crunch for more than 5 years and they have always been incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and responsive. They have helped me with my IT consulting limited company, including setting up a second one, payroll, as well as giving great advice on my and my wife's personal tax and self-assessment returns. The web-based software is easy to use, and they are very helpful (phone, email or web chat) when you have an issue, even if it's just that you have forgotten how to do something! Great value vs my other accountants too. Genuinely highly recommend these guys.

Excellent customer service and support. Accounts are stressful at the best of times but Crunch not only make things clear and straightforward but their staff and accountancy software have also taken the stress out of the process and can even help you understand your business and self-assessment processes much better.
Was recommended Crunch by a friend and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to change accountants or sign up when they start either freelancing or as a company.

Crunch have been fantastic at helping me get to grips with my Self Assessment over the past 4 years and most recently Luke and Gemma have been brilliant in helping to sort out our mortgage. Really helpful and efficient service.

Always happy to help informing on time of when to fill or submit self-assessment, year end account review, etcTaking as long as needed with reconciliations over the phone and providing insight as to the best way of recording payments

I rang Crunch for some support regarding my self-assessment tax return today and was really helped by Olivia Beadle. She made me feel so much better about completing my return and ensured I understood the Crunch services available to me during the process. I now feel a bit less overwhelmed in how to use Free Agent and won’t be afraid to ask for support in the future! Thank you Crunch

Crunch your self assessment

How does it work?

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Complete our tax questionnaire

Complete our online questionnaire to provide our accountants with all the information they need.

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We'll Crunch your numbers

Our qualified accountants will ensure all your numbers match so you know exactly what tax you owe or any refunds you’re due. Also, we give you helpful tax advice and look to save you money.

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Leave the filing to us

Once you’ve approved your Self Assessment, our expert accountants will submit your return with HMRC on your behalf.

Don't be a statistic, let Crunch do the work.

800,000+
Taxpayers last year filed on the day of the deadline, with around 36,000 of these filing within the last hour.*
600,000+
Missed filings for the 31st January deadline and potentially fined £100.*
50,000+
People Crunch have helped submit their Self Assessment since 2009.

*Statistics from HMRC

Saving you time and money

Who we can help

We're here to happily support anyone who needs a hand with filing their tax return!

Self-employed

Freelancers

First-time filers

E-commerce

Contractors

Investors

Digital Nomads

Landlords

PAYE (over £100k)

Construction workers (CIS)

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One-off cost

No hidden fees, pay once.

Over 50,000 Self Assessments filed since 2009

We really are the experts.

ACCA & AAT qualified accountants

Our expert accountants follow the bylaws, regulations, and ethical guidelines of the ACCA.

Save time and money, we file on your behalf

We ask you a few questions to prepare all of the information for HMRC and then get filing.

Self Assessment

filing service

£99.50+VAT
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Included per tax return:
Low one-off fee
Expert help to claim allowable expenses and tax relief
Current / Previous year filings
We speak with you for ultimate peace of mind
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What is Self Assessment?

Self-assessment is a way for individuals and some businesses in the United Kingdom to work out their own tax liabilities and file a tax return with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). Learn more with our knowledge base.

We can help

Taxpayers can claim various reliefs and deductions to reduce their tax liability, such as business expenses and personal allowances.

Deadline

October 31st for paper tax returns, January 31st for online tax returns and tax payments.

How can I help?

Accurate record-keeping of income and expenses is crucial for a smooth self-assessment process.

Missing Deadlines

Missing deadlines or making errors may result in penalties of at least £100 from HMRC.

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Helpful Self Assessment resources

Looking for Self Assessment advice and guidance before paying for our service? We've got you covered.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions about self assessments.

What is a Self Assessment and do I need to complete one?

Self Assessment - often referred to as a ‘tax return’ - is a way for HMRC to calculate how much Income Tax and National Insurance Contributions you’ll need to pay. For contracted employees, your tax is deducted monthly on your employment income through the PAYE system. For the self-employed, or someone with other types of income (e.g. pension or dividends), HMRC needs a Self Assessment to assess the tax required to be paid.

What’s included in the Crunch Self Assessment service?

If you choose Crunch for your next Self Assessment, here’s what you get with the service:

  • Some quick questions on your Self Assessment, giving our accountants more details on you and your finances
  • Once you have completed a spreadsheet of your expenses or money made, this can be uploaded, along with your questionnaire and any other supporting documents, onto our online software.
  • A friendly Crunch accountant who will review your Self Assessment and carry out a thorough quality check
  • A dedicated accountant that’ll contact you to discuss your Self Assessment and if there are anomalies in the information you’ve provided.
  • The rest is left to us - you can now sit back and relax while Crunch files your Self Assessment with HMRC for you.
Why Should I File my Self Assessment early?
  • If you submit yours as soon as it’s available to do so (6th April), you'll have until the end of January to pay - that gives you time to plan with no nasty surprises in the new year!
  • If you’re owed a rebate, you’ll find out sooner so you can get a refund. Why let the money sit in HMRC’s account when it could be in yours?
  • Getting it completed now means you can tick it off the to-do list.
  • Avoid the dreaded HMRC penalties for missing the deadline - there's an instant £100 fine if you're late to file, plus several others that can catch you out.
  • Our prices increase the closer to the submission deadline due to the urgency and turn around time for our team. On rare occasions, Crunch may not be able to complete your Self Assessment ourselves. In which case, we’ll offer to refer you to one of our partners, which may incur additional costs.

I think I have a complex Self Assessment. Can Crunch handle it?

Crunch’s Self Assessment service is a one-off price - with no hidden charges! No matter how complicated you think yours may be, Crunch’s accountants can help, providing a hassle-free and easy experience for our clients.

*On rare occasions, Crunch may not be able to complete your Self Assessment ourselves, in which case we’ll offer to refer you to one of our partners, which may incur additional costs. Under no circumstances would Crunch pass on your data without your explicit permission.

Is it really a one-off fee?

With Crunch’s Self Assessment service, we’re completely upfront with all of our fees. Our price increases throughout the year the shorter the window for completion is before the deadline.

If you’d like our extra speedy express service, for last-minute Self Assessment filing, we offer this at an additional fee of £100+VAT. Our friendly accountants will give you a stress-free experience, so you feel prepared for the next tax year.

*Our prices increase the closer to the submission deadline due to the urgency and turn around time for our team. On rare occasions, Crunch may not be able to complete your Self Assessment ourselves. In which case, we’ll offer to refer you to one of our partners, which may incur additional costs. Under no circumstances would Crunch pass on your data without your explicit permission.

How long does it take?

When it comes to your Self Assessment with Crunch, your part can be over in as little as 15 minutes (subject to the size of your tax return). Once your documents have been uploaded onto our online software, you can sit back and wait for our helpful accountants to get in touch.

*On rare occasions, Crunch may not be able to complete your Self Assessment ourselves. In which case, we’ll offer to refer you to one of our partners, which may incur additional costs. Under no circumstances would Crunch pass on your data without your explicit permission.

Who can we help with Self Assessment?

Crunch’s Self Assessment service is available for anyone who’s income isn’t ‘taxed at source’, for example:

  • Self-employed
  • Freelancers
  • Landlords
  • High earners (£100K +)
  • Sole traders
  • Investors
  • Limited Companies
  • Crypto
  • Side hustles
Why is Crunch better than an independent accountant?

Crunch’s Self Assessment service is a one-off fee starting at £99.50+VAT (prices vary depending on the deadline window). In the UK, you can usually be charged anywhere between £150 to £250 (or potentially more!). Get the expert support you want, at a price that doesn’t break the bank!

What if I have just a tax-related query?

You can simply sign up for Crunch Free and now pay just £24.50+VAT (was £39.50+VAT) for help from a specialist accountant.

How long does it take to get my tax refund after my Self Assessment?

If you’re entitled to a refund, you should allow four weeks for the refund to be sent to your bank account. If you owe any tax within 35 days of your Self Assessment submission, your refund will be deducted from your total owed.

When is my Self Assessment due?

It can be filed any time from the 6th of April, up until the deadline of the 31st of January. We recommend filing it at your earliest convenience.

Is my Self Assessment included in my Crunch subscription?

If you have a Crunch Free, Sole Trader Pro, or Small Business plan, there’ll be a small one-off charge starting from £99.50+VAT. However, if you have a Limited Company Premium plan, your Self Assessment is included in your monthly subscription.

I use Crunch. How do I start my Self Assessment?

If you have an existing Crunch account, just log in, select ‘Self Assessment’ on the left-hand side and click ‘Start’. Our accountants will complete it, request your approval and submit it to HMRC on your behalf.

How do I pay any Self Assessment tax I owe?

Once your Self Assessment has been submitted, HMRC will tell you how much tax you owe. This can usually be paid by debit card.

Do I need an accountant for my Self Assessment?

You might find that their experience and expertise come in handy, but there’s no legal obligation to hire an accountant to file your Self Assessment.

Is Crunch’s Self Assessment service easy to join?

Yes! For all new clients, just sign up for a Crunch Free account, log in, and get started! For further help on this, our friendly handy experts are available on 01273 257165

For existing Crunch clients, you can log in to your account and get started right away. For more information, if you pay for your Crunch subscription, you can get in touch with our client managers at support@crunch.co.uk or 01273 257091.

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