
Filing with Companies House UK: Annual Returns Made Easy with Step-by-Step Guidance
Master the process of filing annual returns with Companies House UK. Learn how to register a company, meet filing requirements, and navigate the Companies House website.
Created By Lisa Newton
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- How to file the annual return with Companies House accurately and on time
- Understand the other services and products offered by Companies House
- Learn how to register a new company with Companies House and file the necessary documents to stay legally compliant
- Gain knowledge of the annual filing requirements and deadlines for companies
- Acquire the skills to confidently navigate the Companies House website and complete filings efficiently
Requirements
- An interest in UK Limited Companies is helpful but not required
Description
Welcome to the Filing with Companies House UK course! This course is perfect for UK company directors, company secretaries, accountants, bookkeepers, and anyone involved in the filing process for a UK limited company.
As a UK company director or secretary, you know how important it is to file your statutory annual return with Companies House (CH) on time and correctly. In this comprehensive course, we’ll provide you with all the essential knowledge and step-by-step guidance needed to file your annual return quickly and confidently.
This course is also perfect for those looking to understand the legal and financial aspects of running a UK company. Whether you're an accountant handling filings for clients, or a business owner filing for your own company, you'll gain valuable insights into the filing process.
Throughout the course, you’ll receive a detailed guide with screenshots of the filing process, making it easy to understand the exact steps involved. The course covers two examples of UK limited companies, guiding you through filing their annual returns online. You’ll learn the statutory obligations and the necessary steps to comply with UK regulations.
In addition to filing, we’ll also explore key topics such as forming a limited company, closing a limited company, and the other services available at Companies House to assist with your filings. Our practical approach to teaching ensures you understand not just the "how" but also the "why" behind the filing process.
This course is ideal for accountants, bookkeepers, company directors, and secretaries who are new to the filing process or want to streamline their knowledge. You'll walk away with the confidence to complete your filing tasks without confusion or hesitation.
Who This Course is For:
- UK directors or company secretaries responsible for filing the annual return with Companies House
- Entrepreneurs, business owners, accountants, bookkeepers, lawyers, and anyone involved in the filing process for UK companies
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Instructor

Lisa Newton, BA MSc AAT, is a dynamic entrepreneur and prolific author with a master’s degree in Investment Management and a first-class honours degree in Accounting with Marketing. In 2004, she launched her first company with just £150, the same month she graduated from City University, London. Remarkably, Lisa has never worked a traditional 9-to-5 job, instead carving a successful path as a serial entrepreneur.
Lisa holds directorships across diverse industries, including telecoms, property management, publishing, hair and beauty, and finance. She has received numerous accolades, such as:
Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award (2007)
Enterprising Business Award (2008)
BE Mogul Award (2016)
Best Accounting Franchisor Awards (2011 & 2012)
Best Bookkeeping Business London (2015 & 2017, Accountancy International Awards)
Books and Publications
Lisa is the author of several influential books, including:
How to Write a Book in Two Weeks
Constant Cashflow
Make the Most of Your Money
How to Start Your Own Bookkeeping Business
Cosmic Ordering with Vision Boards
How to Franchise Your Business
QuickBooks Online: The Handbook
Some of these titles are also available in audiobook format on iTunes and Audible.
Other Ventures
Lisa hosts The Authors Podcast, available on iTunes, where she shares insights and interviews with authors. She actively supports the MS Society and works as a speaker, coach, and consultant, collaborating with like-minded professionals on various projects.
Personal Interests
In her spare time, Lisa enjoys traveling, salsa dancing, writing, learning languages, meditation, yoga, and exploring cosmic ordering. She is passionate about networking and building meaningful connections.
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