Do you have to provide your tax return as evidence of self employment for a job?
I have a job offer. The company wishes to speak/ write to to my accountant. I don't want to send the company my tax return. Will a letter from an accountant stating turnover, profits etc suffice?
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Answer 1 :
ask your accountant, he deals w/ that everyday.
Answer 2 :
Yes that will be suficient enough. If they require more information take it from there, but they shouldnt do. I suppose they just want a reference and proof of how long you were trading for really and if you were your own boss you cant really give yourself a reference so a letter from your accountant is he next best thing. Good luck with the new job!!!!
Answer 3 :
Why are they asking this. It is none of their business what your turnover is. If they want to give you a job under your s/e basis, all they would need is references from people you have worked for, and maybe a letter from your Accountant just to say you are self employed. UK
Answer 4 :
This is quite a strange request, but is probably nothing more sinister than checking you really have been 'doing something' as opposed to either doing nothing or doing something untoward (eg in the nick!). Ask them exactly what they need to establish and why (phrase it 'so that I can be as helpful as possible').
Answer 5 :
Hi there, You should be able to prove that you are Self-employed without revealing your business' performance, such as turnover figures. As suggested, ask your accountant, or call the Self Employed Helpline (0191 225 4655, I think this number is still working), they might be able to offer you an advice. Good luck!
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