Making Tax Digital Compliance
Digital records, digital links, digital submissions — by default.
Built MTD-first: digital record keeping for every transaction, digital links between data points, MTD VAT calculation live and submission shipping next. MTD ITSA-ready as the regime rolls out.
In short
AccountsOS is MTD-compliant by design: every transaction is captured digitally with original document attached, digital links flow through to the VAT return, and the 9-box VAT submission to HMRC is in our final test cycle. MTD for ITSA (Income Tax Self Assessment) coverage is on the roadmap as the regime rolls out from April 2026.
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Everything Making Tax Digital Compliance can do
Digital records
- Every transaction captured digitally
- Original receipt / invoice / statement attached
- HMRC-compliant 6+ year retention
- Audit trail per record
Digital links
- No copy-paste between systems
- Source data → calculations → submission, all linked
- Spreadsheet links audited if you bridge
Submissions
- VAT 9-box calculation live
- Direct VAT submission to HMRC MTD shipping next
- MTD ITSA roadmap for April 2026 onwards
Capabilities at a glance
MTD-compliant by design
Digital record keeping for every transaction
Digital links from source through to VAT return
VAT 9-box live calculation
Direct MTD submission code complete
MTD ITSA on roadmap
Original document evidence stored 6+ years
How It Works
Capture digitally
Bank import, OCR'd receipts, captured invoices — all stored digitally with originals.
VAT calculated live
9-box updates with every transaction.
Submit to HMRC
Direct MTD submission shipping next; today export and submit via HMRC's portal.
Records retained
6+ years HMRC-compliant retention.
Real-world Use Cases
Quarterly VAT submission
9-box already done. Lock period, submit (direct shipping next; export-and-file works today).
HMRC enquiry
Every transaction has its source document attached, fully digital, easy to evidence.
Switching from spreadsheets
Migrating from a VAT spreadsheet to MTD-compliant digital records — we make this painless.
Why founders pick this over the spreadsheet
Compliant by default — no separate MTD setup
Digital records mean HMRC enquiries are quick to answer
Direct submission means no portal back-and-forth (when shipped)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AccountsOS MTD-compatible?
Yes — built MTD-first. Every transaction is captured digitally with original document evidence; digital links flow source→calculation→submission; VAT 9-box live.
Can I submit VAT directly to HMRC from AccountsOS?
Direct submission is in final test, shipping in the next release. Today, export the 9-box and submit via HMRC's online VAT service — the data is identical.
What about MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment?
MTD ITSA rolls out from April 2026 for self-employed and landlords with income over £50k. We're building coverage to be ready ahead of the deadline.
Do I need separate bridging software?
No — AccountsOS provides the entire digital record + digital link + submission chain. No bridging needed.
Explore more of AccountsOS
VAT & Making Tax Digital
VAT 9-box always live. File when you're ready.
Financial Reports
P&L, Balance Sheet, Trial Balance, Cash Flow Forecast — instant, accurate, exportable.
Companies House Integration
Enter your company number once. We sync everything daily.
Corporation Tax
See your CT bill in real time. Generate the workpaper for filing.
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