How do I use Quickbooks to compete flat rate VAT returns? What must I have in place first and how do I compete a digital return using Quickbooks.

Hi d-scarfe

You will have to be using one of the small business products, select taxes > set up VAT > enter the details inc VAT reg no and the flat rate percentage. When you create transactions ensure you use the 20%S VAT code for the UK transactions and the flat rate will be automatically calculated for you, the amount due will be populate on the taxes screen. As long as you have registered for making tax digital at HMRC you will be able to connect QuickBooks to your VAT portal and submit the return.