In short. No. The IRD does not require that you use an accountant to prepare your financial statements and income tax returns. You can do them yourself. People normally choose an accountant to do their financial statements and tax returns because:
accountants know how to prepare accounts and income tax returns (so you can focus on running your business); and
accountants know what you can claim and what you can’t so they should help you to maximise profits, and minimise costs/tax.
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premises or home. Our mobile meeting service is also available after hours, and
best of all, are provided at no extra cost! This is ideal for people who want to
meet but not available during usual working hours.
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and everywhere in between