Specialist CIC Accountants

Community Interest Company CIC Companies House Filing Services

Professional Community Interest Company CIC Companies House filing services across the UK. Our qualified CIC accountants prepare and submit your confirmation statement, annual accounts and CIC34 report accurately and on time, so your social enterprise stays fully compliant without the stress.

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The Essentials

What Does CIC Companies House Filing Involve?

CIC Companies House filing is the set of annual returns and statutory documents every Community Interest Company must submit to Companies House to stay on the register. Companies House is the regulator that records a CIC's incorporation, its directors and shareholders, and its annual accounts, so filings here are just as important as any tax return.

In our experience preparing CIC accounts and submissions for social enterprises across the UK, this is one of the most commonly overlooked duties. Many CIC directors assume that because they already deal with HMRC, they are fully covered. The truth is that Companies House operates separately, and missing a filing here can ultimately lead to your social enterprise being struck off the register. Our specialist CIC accountant handles the whole process for you.

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CIC Companies House filing is the process of submitting those statutory returns a Community Interest Company must send to Companies House each year, including the confirmation statement, annual accounts and the CIC34 report, to keep the company compliant.

Filing What It Means for Your CIC
Confirmation statement Confirms your CIC's registered details, directors and shareholders once every 12 months.
Annual accounts Reports your CIC's financial position and performance for each financial year.
CIC34 report Explains how your CIC has benefited the community and satisfied the community interest test.
Change notifications Updates to directors, registered office, or share capital must be filed as they happen.
Strike-off protection Filing on time keeps your CIC on the register and avoids automatic Companies House penalties.
What We Do

Our CIC Companies House Filing Service

Every engagement is handled by a dedicated accountant who understands the Companies House filing requirements for a Community Interest Company, not a generic bookkeeper. Here is what our filing service covers.

Confirmation Statement

We prepare and file your CIC confirmation statement online every year, checking that your registered details, directors and share capital are accurate before submission.

Annual Accounts Filing

We prepare your CIC's annual accounts and file them with Companies House before the statutory deadline, so you avoid avoidable late filing penalties.

CIC34 Report

We draft the CIC34 report that explains how your social enterprise has met the community interest test, and file it alongside your accounts.

Changes to the Register

When your CIC appoints a new director, changes its registered office or alters its share capital, we file the necessary forms promptly so records stay accurate.

Deadline Management

We track every CIC filing and payment deadline and send reminders, so you never miss a date or face avoidable Companies House penalties.

Ongoing Advice

Practical, plain English guidance on the Companies House obligations of your Community Interest Company so there are no surprises at year end.

Common Questions

CIC Companies House Filing Questions, Answered

What is a CIC Companies House filing service?

A CIC Companies House filing service is a complete package in which an accountant prepares and submits all the statutory returns your Community Interest Company needs to send to Companies House. This covers your confirmation statement, annual accounts, the CIC34 report and any register changes, all handled on your behalf.

The benefit is simple. You avoid the administrative burden and the very real risk of missing a deadline, because our CIC accountant takes responsibility for keeping your company on the register.

What deadlines do CIC companies face for filing with Companies House?

Your CIC confirmation statement must be filed every 12 months, and your annual accounts must reach Companies House within nine months of your accounting reference date. Directors must also report changes such as a new director or registered office within the time limits set out in the Companies Act.

Missing these dates is costly. Late annual accounts trigger automatic penalties, and a confirmation statement not filed for a prolonged period can lead to struck-off action. Managing these dates is exactly what our filing service takes care of.

What happens if a CIC does not file with Companies House?

If a Community Interest Company fails to file its confirmation statement or annual accounts, Companies House will first issue reminders and penalties, and in serious cases can begin steps to strike the company off the register. Once struck off, the company loses its assets, its bank account is frozen and restarting is difficult.

In our years supporting social enterprises, we have seen how quickly an overlooked filing can escalate. That is why our CIC accountant tracks every obligation and keeps your company in good standing.

How is a CIC confirmation statement different from annual accounts?

The confirmation statement is a summary return that confirms the people and details registered for your CIC, such as directors, shareholders and your registered office. Annual accounts are the full financial statements showing your income, spending and financial position for the year.

Both are separate obligations with their own deadlines and filing fees. Our service prepares and submits both on your behalf, so nothing slips through the gaps.

Why Choose Us

Why Use a Specialist CIC Accountant for Your Filing?

CIC Specialists

We are social enterprise accountants who specialise in Community Interest Companies, so we understand the Companies House filing obligations and how they interact with the CIC34 report.

Fixed Fees

We agree your fee up front with no hidden charges, so you always know exactly what your CIC companies house filing will cost.

Full Compliance

We make sure every Companies House submission for your Community Interest Company is accurate, complete and filed on time, reducing the risk of penalties and strike-off action.

Dedicated CIC Accountant

You work with a dedicated, qualified accountant who knows your community interest company, rather than being passed between different team members.

Our Experience, In Our Own Words

In more than 15 years preparing filings for social enterprises, we have seen first hand how a well-managed CIC Companies House filing keeps a Community Interest Company in good standing, while a missed return can stall an organisation's momentum and drain cash through avoidable penalties.

Our team is ACCA, IFA and AAT qualified, fully insured and regulated, and we work with Community Interest Companies across the UK every single day.

How It Works

Our Simple Step-by-Step Filing Process

  • 1

    Free Consultation

    We learn about your Community Interest Company and confirm exactly what filing it needs.

  • 2

    We Gather Your Records

    You share your accounts and company details, and our accountant checks the register for accuracy.

  • 3

    We Prepare and File

    We complete and submit your confirmation statement, annual accounts and CIC34 report online.

  • 4

    We Confirm Submission

    You receive written confirmation that your filing is done, with the deadline met.

  • 5

    Ongoing Support

    We stay on top of your next year of CIC Companies House filing so nothing is ever missed.

FAQs

CIC Companies House Filing FAQs

What Companies House filings does a CIC need to submit each year?

A Community Interest Company must file a confirmation statement each year, annual accounts, and a CIC34 report to Companies House. Directors must also notify Companies House of any changes to directors, registered office or share capital. Our CIC accountant handles all of these filings for you.

What is the deadline for filing a CIC confirmation statement?

Your CIC confirmation statement must be filed within 14 days of the end of each review period, which is normally 12 months after incorporation or your last confirmation date. The filing fee is £34 if filed online.

What is a CIC34 report and do I need one?

A CIC34 report is the document that explains how your Community Interest Company has satisfied the community interest test in the past year. Every CIC must complete and file one alongside its annual accounts to show it is still benefiting the community it serves.

What happens if a CIC misses its Companies House filing deadline?

Companies House issues automatic penalties for late annual accounts. These start at £150 and rise to £1,500 depending on how late the accounts are. A confirmation statement filed late can also result in the company being struck off the register.

Can an accountant file my CIC CIC34 report with Companies House?

Yes. A qualified CIC accountant can prepare and file your CIC34 report and other returns with Companies House on your behalf, saving time and reducing the risk of errors or late penalties.

How much does CIC Companies House filing cost with an accountant?

Our CIC filing fees are fixed and agreed up front based on the complexity of your Community Interest Company. We provide a clear, no-obligation quote so you always know the cost in advance.

Related Services

Related CIC Accounting Services

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Let Us Handle Your CIC Companies House Filing

Speak to a specialist CIC accountant today and find out how we keep your Community Interest Company compliant, on time and stress-free. Fixed fees, no obligation, and friendly expert advice.

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