Tax-Efficient Dividend Strategies for Directors & Shareholders 

Are you a company director or shareholder looking to maximise your income? East London Accountants offers specialist dividend planning and advice for London businesses, helping you extract profit in the most tax-efficient way. With over 20 years of experience, our fully qualified team helps you plan, declare, and distribute dividends legally and strategically. 

Why Dividend Planning Matters 

Dividends can be a highly tax-efficient way for directors and shareholders to receive income from a company—often more efficient than salary alone. However, incorrect or poorly timed dividends can result in unnecessary tax bills or even HMRC penalties. Professional advice ensures: 

• Compliance with company law and HMRC regulations 
• Optimal balance between salary and dividends for maximum net benefit 
• Clear, accurate company paperwork and board minutes 
• Avoidance of illegal dividends or overdrawn director loan accounts 
• Forward planning for tax liabilities and cash flow 

The right strategy is essential for business owners seeking to build wealth and minimise tax. 

Our Dividend Planning & Advice Services 

We offer comprehensive support for dividend planning, including: 

• Review of company accounts and available profits for distribution 
• Advice on the best combination of salary and dividends 
• Dividend declaration and payment schedules 
• Preparation of board minutes, dividend vouchers, and company records 
• Guidance on family/shareholder dividend splitting 
• Tax planning for current and future dividend tax rates 
• Support for interim and final dividend processes 
• Advice on dividend planning for groups and multiple companies 
• Ongoing review and strategy adjustments as tax rules change 

Our services are confidential, practical, and always tailored to your business and personal financial goals. 

Who We Help 

Our clients include: 

• Directors and shareholders of limited companies 
• Owner-managed and family businesses 
• Contractors, consultants, and professionals operating via limited companies 
• Businesses with multiple shareholders or group structures 
• Entrepreneurs planning for growth or exit 

Whether you need a one-off review or ongoing dividend planning, we’re here to help. 

Why Choose East London Accountants? 

• Over 20 years’ experience in dividend planning and compliance 
• Specialist advice for tax efficiency and legal compliance 
• Clear, jargon-free communication and documentation 
• Transparent pricing and free, no-obligation consultation 
• Ongoing support as your business evolves 

Free Dividend Planning Consultation 

Contact East London Accountants today for a free, no-obligation consultation. Let’s build a dividend strategy that puts more in your pocket, while keeping you fully compliant.