Who we support
IT, digital and engineering contractors Consultants and interim managers Creative freelancers: designers, writers, photographers and video producers Construction subcontractors working under CIS Locum and healthcare professionals
Our contractor and freelancer services
Limited company contractors: company formation, bookkeeping, VAT, director payroll, year-end accounts, Corporation Tax and your personal tax return IR35 guidance: contract and working-practice reviews, and support with status determinations from clients Sole trader freelancers: bookkeeping, Making Tax Digital and Self Assessment CIS subcontractors: reconciling CIS deductions and claiming any tax refund due through your tax return Tax-efficient pay: the best mix of salary, dividends and pension contributions Expenses: what you can and can't claim, including travel to temporary workplaces
Limited company or umbrella?
Working through your own limited company can offer more control and tax efficiency, especially for contracts outside IR35. Umbrella companies are simpler, but usually leave you with less take-home pay. We'll compare both based on your day rate and contracts, so you can choose with confidence.
FAQs
01What is IR35?+
IR35 (the off-payroll working rules) decides whether a contractor working through their own company should be taxed like an employee. For most medium and large clients, the client decides your status. We'll help you understand your position and your options.
02Can CIS subcontractors get a tax refund?+
Often, yes. CIS deductions of 20% are taken before you're paid, and these are frequently more than the tax you actually owe. We'll file your return and claim back any overpayment.
03How much does a contractor accountant cost?+
Limited company accounts and Corporation Tax start from £200 a year, bookkeeping and VAT from £25 a month, director payroll from £5 a month and your personal tax return from £50 a year.