How we help contractors & freelancers
Contracting through your own limited company can be very tax-efficient — if it's set up and run properly. We look after your company accounts, payroll, VAT and personal tax, and advise on the most efficient way to pay yourself.
We also help you understand how the IR35 off-payroll working rules affect your contracts, and keep your expenses claims within HMRC's rules.
Common challenges we solve
- Understanding IR35 status and what it means for your income
- Choosing between a limited company and an umbrella
- Paying yourself tax-efficiently through salary and dividends
- Claiming travel and subsistence correctly
Services for contractors & freelancers
- Limited Company Accounts — Year-end statutory accounts, Corporation Tax returns and Companies House filings, with practical advice on taking money out of your company tax-efficiently.
- Corporation Tax — Corporation Tax computations and CT600 returns prepared accurately, with reliefs claimed and your tax bill planned well ahead of the deadline.
- Payroll & Pensions — Reliable payroll, RTI submissions to HMRC and workplace pension auto-enrolment — whether you pay one director or a growing team.
- VAT Returns — VAT registration, scheme advice and Making Tax Digital-compliant returns, prepared from your records and submitted before the deadline.
- Tax Planning & HMRC Support — Proactive, plain-English tax planning and calm, experienced support if HMRC opens an enquiry or sends a letter you're not sure about.
Frequently asked questions
What does a contractor accountant do?
We set up and run your limited company's compliance — accounts, Corporation Tax, payroll, VAT and your personal tax return — and advise on salary, dividends, expenses and IR35.
Can you help with IR35?
Yes. We'll explain how the off-payroll working rules apply to your engagements and what an inside or outside determination means for how you're paid.
Do I need to register for VAT as a contractor?
You must register once your turnover passes the VAT threshold, and some contractors register voluntarily. We'll advise on the right VAT scheme for you.