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Case Studies

Real Business Impact, Proven Results

Explore how we’ve helped clients across the UK save time, reduce costs, and stay compliant.

At Metro Tax Solutions, our success is measured by the results we deliver for our clients. From accountancy firms to SMEs across various sectors, our tailored solutions have helped streamline operations, boost efficiency, and reduce overheads, without compromising on compliance or quality.

Here are a few examples of how we’ve made a measurable difference.

Case Study 1: Scaling a Growing Accountancy Practice

Client: Mid-size Accountancy Firm, London

Services: Bookkeeping, Year-End Accounting, Payroll

Challenge:
The firm was struggling with backlog issues and rising costs as they tried to manage increasing client volumes in-house.

Our Solution:
We provided two full-time offshore accountants trained in UK standards. Set up direct communication through Trello and shared drives for seamless file exchange.

Results:

  • Reduced turnaround time by 40%
  • Saved approx. £35,000/year in staffing costs
  • Achieved 98%+ accuracy across all deliverables
  • Allowed in-house team to focus on higher-value advisory services

Case Study 2: Simplifying Payroll for a Retail Chain

Client: Regional Retailer, Manchester

Services: Monthly Payroll, Auto-Enrolment, RTI Submissions

Challenge:
The company faced payroll delays and compliance risks due to frequent staff turnover and in-house HR limitations.

Our Solution:
We implemented a streamlined payroll process using cloud-based tools and took full ownership of end-to-end payroll, including auto-enrolment filings.

Results:

  • 100% on-time payroll delivery
  • Full compliance with HMRC submissions
  • Reduced admin workload by 12+ hours/month

Improved employee satisfaction through timely payslips and responses

Case Study 3: Tax Planning for a Tech Startup

Client: SaaS Startup, Birmingham

Services: Corporation Tax Filing, Strategic Tax Planning, VAT

Challenge:
The client lacked in-house finance expertise and was unsure how to structure for tax efficiency while staying HMRC-compliant.

Our Solution:
We assigned a tax advisor who helped set up the right legal structure, registered for VAT, and created a quarterly tax plan aligned with cash flow cycles.

Results:

  • Identified £8,000 in annual tax savings
  • Avoided late penalties through timely submissions
  • Helped the founder make informed decisions on R&D claims
  • Freed up internal bandwidth to focus on product growth

Case Study 4: Secretarial Compliance for a Property Holding Company

Client: Property Investment Firm, Leeds

Services: Company Secretarial, Confirmation Statements, Director Updates

Challenge:
The company had several dormant and active entities, but lacked an efficient system for statutory filings and document management.

Our Solution:
We created a compliance calendar, managed filings for each company, and digitised all statutory documents with cloud backups.

Results:

  • 100% compliance with Companies House deadlines
  • No late filing penalties
  • Reduced legal admin burden for directors

Consolidated reporting across all entities