Company Formation & Business Structuring

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Clear Blue Sky Accountancy offers registered office and company secretarial services for limited companies across Plymouth and the South West — helping you meet your legal obligations and maintain professional credibility.


Updated 18/07/2025

Why Your Business Structure Matters

The way your company is formed and structured impacts everything: tax, liability, how you pay yourself, and how investors or partners can get involved. We help you:

  • Choose the right shareholding structure

  • Understand director vs shareholder responsibilities

  • Set up your company with Companies House

  • Register for Corporation Tax, VAT and PAYE

  • Plan for profit extraction and dividend strategy

  • Ensure your business is set up to grow — not just survive

What’s Included in Our Company Formation Service?

We offer a comprehensive setup package that includes:

  • Company name check and registration

  • Memorandum and Articles of Association

  • Share structure advice and setup

  • Director and shareholder appointments

  • Companies House registration

  • Corporation Tax registration with HMRC

  • VAT and PAYE registration (if needed)

  • Digital certificate of incorporation and full company documents

  • Ongoing advice on structuring, compliance and tax planning

We also offer registered office services and confirmation statement filing as part of our compliance packages.

Who It’s For

  • Entrepreneurs forming their first company

  • Freelancers moving from sole trader to limited

  • Business partners forming a joint venture

  • Contractors needing a clean and compliant setup

  • Clients restructuring from LLP to Ltd or vice versa

Whether you're just starting or restructuring an existing business, we’ll make sure your foundation is solid.

Our Process

  1. Initial Consultation
    We discuss your goals, income, and long-term plans to determine the best structure.

  2. Formation & Registration
    We handle all registrations and legal documents with Companies House and HMRC.

  3. Structure for Success
    We advise on director salaries, dividends, share classes, and long-term tax planning.

FAQs

Can I set up a company myself online?
Yes — but DIY formations often lead to problems down the line, especially with share structures, tax inefficiencies, and missing HMRC registrations. We get it right the first time.

How long does it take to form a company?
In most cases, we can register your limited company within 24–48 hours, assuming all details are ready.

What’s the difference between a director and a shareholder?
A director runs the company; a shareholder owns it. One person can be both. The distinction matters for tax, dividends and decision-making.

How much does it cost?
Our formation and structuring packages typically start from £195 + VAT, depending on complexity and services required.

Set Your Company Up for Long-Term Success

📞 Call us today:
01752 546732 / 07398 720140 / 07591 261639

📧 Email:
office@clearblueskyaccountancy.co.uk
info@clearblueskyaccountancy.co.uk

👤 Speak with Merlin or contact Vivien to begin your company setup.

👉 [Book a Company Formation Call]