Apari
MTD COMPLIANT SELF ASSESSMENT SOFTWARE
Client
Apari
Industry
Financial technology
Team size
10-15
Time frame
Ongoing
Technology used
The History of partnership
APARI & SERAPION
Apari and Serapion started collaborating in 2020 with the idea to digitalize tax preparation, submission and compliance, particularly for UK Self Assessment (SA) and Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements.
Following HMRC’s decision to roll out Making Tax Digital across all traders, demand for reliable digital tax solutions increased significantly. Serapion and Apari were able to respond to this demand and the first version of the product was launched in 2021.
Over time, the collaboration between Serapion and Apari evolved into a large, cross-functional team that took ownership of the platform’s core components as well as supporting its infrastructure, enabling continuous scalability and adapting to changing regulatory requirements.
Following HMRC’s decision to roll out Making Tax Digital across all traders, demand for reliable digital tax solutions increased significantly. Serapion and Apari were able to respond to this demand and the first version of the product was launched in 2021.
Over time, the collaboration between Serapion and Apari evolved into a large, cross-functional team that took ownership of the platform’s core components as well as supporting its infrastructure, enabling continuous scalability and adapting to changing regulatory requirements.
The Vision
WHERE IT ALL BEGINS
Apari wants to take the stress out of taxes by empowering individuals, self-employed professionals, landlords, and accountants to handle tax preparation and submission confidently and efficiently.
The goal is to replace confusion and paperwork with clarity and guidance, so users always know what to do next. Apari makes the process simple, accurate, and even a little bit easier, thanks to AI that supports users behind the scenes without getting in the way. Ultimately, it’s about helping people spend less time worrying about taxes and more time focusing on what matters to them.
The goal is to replace confusion and paperwork with clarity and guidance, so users always know what to do next. Apari makes the process simple, accurate, and even a little bit easier, thanks to AI that supports users behind the scenes without getting in the way. Ultimately, it’s about helping people spend less time worrying about taxes and more time focusing on what matters to them.
The Challenge
UNTANGLING THE KNOT
Dealing with taxes is never simple, and bringing it into the digital world comes with its own set of challenges. UK tax laws, especially with initiatives like Making Tax Digital (MTD), are always evolving. That means the platform has to constantly adapt so users stay compliant - no small task when even small errors can cause big problems.
Key challenges
- Keeping up with ever-changing tax rules
- Managing messy financial data
- Standing out in a crowded market
- Staying secure and reliable
The Solution
HOW WE MADE IT WORK
Our Self Assessment solution simplifies transaction tracing, allocation and categorisation, as well as tax submission.
Keep Digital Records
- Add individual income and expenses
- Upload a spreadsheet or add bank transactions automatically
- Attach receipts and documents to transactions
- Keep things in one place
All round solution
- Supports both individuals and tax agents, including agent-managed client filings
- AI powered assistant that guides user step by step, helping them enter data accurately and avoid mistakes
- Simple and seamless submission fully aligned with HMRC requirements
Apari works for both individuals and tax professionals by making tax filing easier, faster, and safer.
The value
IMPACT THAT MATTERS
Through our collaboration, Apari has demonstrated the ability to deliver secure and scalable solutions, enhanced with AI capabilities, while keeping the system aligned with evolving business needs.
Benefits delivered
- Development of multiple dedicated services
- Direct technical support and system maintenance
- Technical guidance and consultation that enables steady customer growth
Skills that stand out
CORE STRENGTHS
Microservice Architecture
Designing a scalable system with multiple services for specific business needs.
Quality Assurance
Ensuring high code quality through thorough testing with Cypress and Zephyr Scale.
Collaborative Development
Working closely with Apari’s team to align technical solutions with business needs.
Project management
Efficient planning and development ensured timely delivery and quality.