Accounts Receivable Calculator United Kingdom 2026-27
Track what is owed to you and when it is due.
Analyse UK accounts receivable with GBP invoices, debtor days, VAT-aware billing, overdue balances, payment terms, and cash-flow impact.
UK Accounts Receivable Notes
UK receivables planning often separates VAT from usable cash and compares invoice due dates, debtor days, late-payment risk, and payroll or supplier timing.
Use this version to test 14-day, 30-day, and 60-day terms, late invoices, and the working-capital benefit of tighter collection routines.
UK-specific treatment for accounts receivable: figures are framed in pounds, with British household or business wording and the assumptions commonly seen in PAYE, HMRC, mortgage, pension, and consumer-credit contexts.
Watch for UK markers in the page copy and inputs: HMRC, PAYE, National Insurance, pension contributions, stamp duty land tax, miles, APR, part-exchange, council tax, VAT, and GBP-based totals.
The result should be read as a United Kingdom estimate, so compare it with UK provider quotes, HMRC or GOV.UK guidance, lender affordability rules, devolved-nation differences, or regulated advice where needed.
Estimates only. Actual results depend on your specific circumstances.
Select the question that matches where you are right now.
Your result shows the financial metric for the business scenario you entered — based on standard accounting and financial analysis formulas.
Use this to evaluate business decisions, compare scenarios, or prepare figures for a business plan, loan application, or stakeholder presentation.
Not a valuation, audit, or professional accounting opinion. Business decisions of significant value should be reviewed by a qualified accountant or financial adviser.
Uses standard formulas with the inputs you provided. All calculations run in your browser — no data is sent to any server.
Business calculations are most sensitive to revenue assumptions, cost structure, and the time horizon over which you project. Small changes to these inputs compound significantly.
Sales volume and price are the primary revenue drivers. Test conservative, expected, and optimistic scenarios to understand the range of possible outcomes.
Your cost structure determines how much of each additional dollar of revenue becomes profit. Higher fixed costs mean higher break-even but stronger leverage above it.
Profit on paper and cash in the bank are different things. Receivables, payables, and inventory timing can create cash flow gaps even in a profitable business.
To improve your business metrics, focus on the highest-leverage changes — often pricing, cost reduction, or working capital management.
A 5% price increase with no volume loss drops straight to the bottom line. Test the sensitivity of your result to small pricing changes.
Negotiating supplier terms, reducing waste, or increasing efficiency improves margins without needing more sales.
Reducing average debtor days from 45 to 30 can free significant working capital and reduce the need for external finance.
Business finances connect to tax, loan, and cash flow decisions. Use these calculators to model the broader picture.
Find the sales volume needed to cover all costs before you start generating profit.
Break-even →See the repayment schedule and total cost of financing for a business purchase or expansion.
Business loan →Understand your gross and net margins to benchmark against industry standards.
Profit margin →How the Accounts Receivable Calculator works
This calculator provides an instant estimate based on your inputs. Calculate Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), accounts receivable turnover, and identify excess AR tying up working capital in your UK business.
Inputs
Enter your details in the fields above. Results update automatically as you type. Switch between Simple, Standard, Detailed, and Advanced modes to control the level of detail shown.
Results
The primary result shows the main output. The breakdown below shows how it is calculated. Copy the result to your clipboard or print the page for your records.
Worked examples — Accounts Receivable Calculator
Use the Quick Answer chips above to load pre-populated scenarios for common situations. Each scenario loads the relevant inputs automatically and shows a breakdown of the result.
For your own scenario, enter your specific figures in the input fields. The Standard and Detailed modes reveal additional inputs for more accurate results.
Getting the most accurate result
For the most accurate estimate, use Detailed mode to enter all relevant figures. The Simple mode uses sensible defaults for inputs you leave blank.
Key tips
Check your inputs against the most recent official rates and thresholds for 2026-27. If your situation is complex (multiple income sources, business structures, or significant assets), the result here is a useful starting point — confirm with a qualified professional.
Understanding your result
The result shown is an estimate based on the inputs you've provided and standard 2026-27 rates. It is for planning purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice.
Actual outcomes may differ due to individual circumstances, timing, lender or government policy changes, and factors not captured by this calculator. Always verify significant financial decisions with a qualified professional.
Frequently asked questions — Accounts Receivable Calculator
How accurate is this calculator?
This calculator uses standard 2026-27 rates and formulas. It provides a reasonable estimate for planning purposes. Individual results may vary based on specific circumstances not captured here.
Is my data saved anywhere?
No. All calculations run entirely in your browser — no data is ever sent to GlobalCalc or any server. Your inputs are private.
Does this constitute financial advice?
No. Results are estimates for planning purposes only and do not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional for significant financial decisions.
Are the rates up to date?
This calculator uses 2026-27 rates. Rates and thresholds are updated annually — always verify against The HMRC or relevant authority for the most current figures.
Can I use this for my tax return?
Use the result as a planning estimate. For your actual tax return, use your real figures and consult myTax, a tax agent, or The HMRC's official tools.
Where these figures come from
Business figures on this page are drawn from HM Revenue & Customs (corporation tax, VAT, PAYE), Companies House (company registrations), and GOV.UK (statutory employer and business obligations).
- Corporation Tax rates — GOV.UK — Corporation Tax rates and reliefs.
- VAT rates (standard 20%) — GOV.UK — VAT rates.
- PAYE & employer obligations — GOV.UK — PAYE and payroll for employers.
- Company registration & filing — Companies House — GOV.UK.
- Business rates — GOV.UK — Business rates.
Last checked: April 2026. Rates and thresholds are reviewed against the source of record each November, when annual adjustments for the following tax year are published.