If you’ve ever felt caught out by a surprise HMRC bill or filing deadline, you’re not alone. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Step 12 of the Plan, Profit, Prosper planner is about taking control, by creating a simple, effective tax calendar for your business. It’s a small habit that delivers big results.

Step 12 is about getting organised, planning ahead, and making sure your diary and bank account are both ready for next year’s key dates.

Clarity = Confidence

Having your tax deadlines clearly mapped out means you know what’s due, when it’s due, and how much cash to set aside. No more guesswork. No more panic.

Your calendar should include:

• VAT return and payment deadlines
• PAYE and NIC payment dates
• Corporation Tax deadlines
• Self-assessment filing and payment dates
• Companies House filing and confirmation statements
• Any industry-specific or deferred deadlines

With everything in one place, you avoid missed payments, late penalties, and rushed decisions.

Plan Ahead, Stress Less

A tax calendar doesn’t just help you stay compliant. It helps you plan your finances with far more accuracy.

By tracking your tax obligations alongside your income and outgoings:

• You avoid large lump-sum shocks
• You can build tax savings into your cashflow
• You reduce stress during busy seasons
• You keep your bank balance under control

Even better, you can plan how to save for those liabilities using set-aside accounts, rolling reserves, or percentage-based savings systems.

Share the Responsibility

If you’re working with a team, or even just a bookkeeper, a shared calendar ensures everyone is clear on responsibilities. When dates are visible, people stay accountable, and you’re less likely to be chasing last-minute paperwork or authorisations.

It also makes it much easier to delegate tasks, notify your accountant, or spot opportunities for early filing and payment discounts.

Get the Business You Want

Staying ahead of deadlines builds confidence in your planning, your cashflow, and your ability to lead without chaos.

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If you want help tailoring a tax calendar or setting up smart systems to stay compliant, let’s have a conversation.

Start today: Download the planner and take Step 12 now