VAT essentials every business needs to know
Posted: Mon 16th Jun 2025
Have you recently started, or are considering starting a new business? There are many decisions and considerations that business owners face early on, but understanding VAT (Value Added Tax) is essential to get right from day one.
In this Lunch and Learn, chartered accountant Sean Hookins takes you through the basics of VAT registration requirements for small businesses, breaking down the VAT essentials every start-up needs to know.
Topics covered in this session
Who needs to register for VAT and when
How do you prepare your business for VAT registration
Could voluntary VAT registration actually boost your profits
About the speaker
Sean is a chartered accountant with over 10 years of experience supporting early-stage businesses and start-ups. He specialises in implementing cloud-based accounting solutions to help small business owners improve their financial processes and grow their businesses.
Sean's goal is to enable the financial side of your business to run as smoothly and efficiently as possible, whilst also providing you with valuable insights to drive your business forward.
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