R&D tax credits for startups.
R&D tax credits reward the innovation you are already doing, but claims now face far more HMRC scrutiny. We identify your qualifying projects, prepare robust claims that stand up, and handle the compliance, so you get what you are owed without the risk.
Claim what you are owed, without the risk
R&D tax relief is one of the most valuable reliefs for innovative businesses, but HMRC has tightened the rules and now scrutinises claims hard. Weak or overstated claims get rejected or enquired into, which costs time and credibility.
We build claims that stand up. We assess your business to identify genuinely eligible projects, capture the right costs, prepare a clear technical and financial case, and handle the new compliance, maximising your claim without overreaching.
Signs you need help
- You are doing genuine development work
- Not claiming, or unsure if eligible
- Worried about HMRC scrutiny
- Had a claim queried before
- Confused by the merged scheme
- Want to maximise without overreaching
Robust claims, handled end to end
From spotting eligible work to standing behind the claim with HMRC.
Eligibility assessment
We assess your business and projects, with technical and financial review, to identify what genuinely qualifies.
Cost identification
We capture all the qualifying costs, staff, subcontractors, software and consumables, so nothing eligible is missed.
Robust claim preparation
A clear technical narrative and figures designed to stand up to HMRC, not just tick a box.
Compliance & notifications
Claim notification and the additional information form handled, so your claim is valid and complete.
Merged scheme & ERIS
We navigate the merged R&D scheme and enhanced support for R&D-intensive companies, using the right route.
Enquiry support
If HMRC opens an enquiry, we are there to respond and defend the claim we prepared.
Our R&D claim process
Designed to maximise a robust claim while minimising your time.
Assess your business
We start with a comprehensive assessment to identify eligible R&D projects.
Technical & financial analysis
Detailed analysis of the work and the costs, from first discussions onward.
Design the claim
A strategic plan to maximise the claim while staying firmly compliant.
Prepare the case
We write the technical narrative and figures that support the claim.
Submit correctly
Claim notification and additional information form handled, then submitted.
Stand behind it
We support you through any HMRC questions or enquiry.
A robust R&D claim helps you
“Anna and AI Accounts are very competent, receptive and solution-focused, and I trust their advice.”
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R&D connects to the rest
It works best joined up with these.
SEIS & EIS
Two ways to fund innovation: tax relief on the work, and tax-efficient investment.
Year-End Accounts
R&D claims are made through your Corporation Tax return, so the two go hand in hand.
Forecasting & Modelling
Factor R&D credits into your runway and plans with proper forecasting.
R&D tax questions
Work that seeks an advance in science or technology and tackles real technical uncertainty. For many businesses that includes software, product and process development. We assess your projects to identify what genuinely qualifies.
It depends on your qualifying costs and whether you fall under the merged scheme or enhanced support for R&D-intensive companies. We work to maximise a robust claim, never to inflate one.
The previous SME and RDEC schemes have been brought together into a single merged scheme for most companies, with separate enhanced support for loss-making R&D-intensive SMEs. We make sure your claim uses the right route for your situation.
HMRC now requires a claim notification for many claimants and an additional information form with every claim. We handle these for you, so the claim is valid and properly supported.
Because we build claims to stand up to scrutiny, with a clear technical narrative and supporting records, we are well placed to respond and support you if HMRC opens an enquiry.
We work on a success basis, typically a percentage of your successful claim, so our incentives are aligned with getting you a robust result. We will confirm the fee clearly before any work begins.
Turn your innovation into cash back
Claim the R&D relief you are owed, with a claim built to stand up to HMRC. Book a quick intro call to see what you could claim.