Tax Disputes & Investigations

Employer Specialist Services

All businesses reward their employees with pay and/or benefits-in-kind, which inevitably means that they have to deal complex employment tax issues. Employers are responsible for correctly operating the PAYE/NIC system and reporting benefits-in-kind and the costs of getting things wrong can be extremely high.

From time to time, businesses will also have to deal with unfamiliar issues such as termination payments or what to do about employees either coming from or going to work abroad. Special tax rules and systems apply to certain industries like construction and hospitality and leisure and these must be fully understood to ensure proper compliance.

Many employers also use consultants as part of their business and deciding the correct employment status of a worker has important tax and employment law consequences. Getting these issues wrong can lead to significant tax demands, Employment Tribunal claims or both. Consultants themselves need to be aware of special IR35 rules, which could apply to them. These rules are constantly changing and evolving and keeping abreast of the legislation and case law is difficult.

Almost all employees are entitled to be paid at least the National Minimum Wage. Whilst this in itself sounds straightforward, many businesses are unaware of the detailed records that are often required to demonstrate that this has been done. Again, the costs of getting things wrong can be punitive.

Finally, employers also have to deal with the fact that HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) carries out more Employer Compliance Reviews than any other type of business tax enquiry. These are wide-ranging investigations covering almost every aspect of employment tax law. Our specialist advice in this area can be invaluable.

How can OneE TDI help?

We advise employers on the tax implications of both cash salaries and non-cash benefits-in-kind (e.g. company cars, private medical cover etc) and help them ensure that all relevant P11Ds are properly submitted. This can include correctly claiming for business expenses incurred by employees. In addition, we also structure tax-efficient remuneration packages for employers such as salary sacrifice arrangements or longer term share-based reward incentives for key personnel.

Whilst we advise businesses who are the subject of a HMRC enquiry, we also carry out proactive PAYE Healthchecks to identify and rectify potential problems before they are challenged by HMRC. We look for opportunities to use all relevant exemptions and reliefs to minimise both your own and your employees' tax liabilities.

Finally, we understand that businesses sometimes face cash-flow difficulties such that there are problems in paying any PAYE/NIC due. If a prior agreement has not been reached with HMRC, late payment this can result extra charges being imposed by HMRC. Furthermore, the possibility of distraint (i.e. the removal and sale of business assets), County Court and even Winding Up proceedings then looms large. OneE TDI has proven experience of successfully negotiating Time to Pay Agreements with HMRC to allow solvent businesses to continue to trade whilst paying off their debts.

At the core of OneE TDI is a highly experienced team specialising in all areas of tax disputes and investigations work. We offer confidential, non-judgemental advice to best defend our clients and have a proven track record in successfully managing all contentious tax matters. We provide a comprehensive service to accountancy and legal practitioners and their clients. Our advice saves our clients time and money and helps reduce their potential exposure to tax, interest and penalties.

Putting it simply, we take control of and manage all issues relating to Employer Specialist disputes and investigations so you can get on with your life and your business. What price peace of mind?

Please see the Testimonials kindly provided by our clients (or their accountants or lawyers), which confirm our levels of client service.

How can I contact OneE TDI?

If you would like a free, no obligation discussion with us, please contact either Gary Rowson or Mark Taylor on 0800 652 6156 or complete and submit the online form below.

Whilst we endeavour to provide informative and accurate information, the content on this site is for general information purposes only and should not be taken to constitute tax or legal advice which must always be tailored to individual circumstances. Please contact us if you would like to discuss matters.

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