Accounting for Professionals
& Tradespeople
From IT contractors and consultants to construction firms, recruitment agencies and creative studios — professionals and tradespeople have unique tax and compliance needs. We deliver sector-specific accounting that maximises your take-home pay and keeps you fully compliant.
Your Profession — Our Expertise
Professionals and tradespeople face some of the most complex UK tax situations — IR35, CIS, VAT registration thresholds, expense claims and the constant balance between employment and self-employment status. We know your sector inside out.
Consultants & Freelancers
Self-employed consultants and freelancers face constant questions around IR35 status, allowable expenses, VAT registration and the most tax-efficient business structure. We provide complete accounting and proactive tax planning for independent professionals.
IT & Technology Companies
Tech businesses and IT contractors need specialist accounting — R&D tax credits, SEIS/EIS structuring, IR35 compliance for contractors and the tax-efficient extraction strategies unique to tech company founders and directors.
Construction & Trades (CIS)
The Construction Industry Scheme creates unique compliance obligations for contractors and subcontractors. We handle monthly CIS returns, subcontractor verification, deduction statements, gross payment status and annual CIS reconciliation.
Transport & Logistics
Transport and logistics businesses face complex accounting — fleet expenses, fuel duty reclaims, HGV road user levies, HMRC mileage allowances and the tax treatment of owner-driver vs employed drivers. We know the numbers behind the wheels.
Recruitment Agencies
Recruitment agencies deal with complex PAYE, umbrella company arrangements, IR35 compliance for contractors placed with clients, and the specific VAT treatment of recruitment fees. We provide recruitment-specific accounting and compliance.
Legal & Professional Services
Solicitors, barristers, accountants and other professional services firms operate under specific SRA and professional body requirements. We provide specialist accounting for professional services firms including partnership taxation and LLP accounting.
Creative & Media Agencies
Creative agencies, production companies and media businesses have unique accounting needs — project-based income recognition, IP ownership and tax treatment, DCMS reliefs, freelancer management and the tax treatment of creative assets.
Tax Knowledge That Pays For Itself
IR35 Status Reviews & Defence
Written IR35 status determinations, contract reviews and HMRC enquiry defence for contractors and their clients.
CIS Monthly Returns & Refunds
Full CIS compliance — monthly contractor returns, subcontractor verification and CIS refund claims for subcontractors.
R&D Tax Credits for Tech
Technical narrative preparation and financial claims for IT and tech companies qualifying for R&D tax credits.
PSC Contractor Tax Planning
Personal service company tax planning — salary, dividend and pension optimisation for contractors operating via limited company.
LLP & Partnership Taxation
Specialist partnership and LLP tax compliance — partner drawings, profit shares and professional body reporting requirements.
VAT Registration & Advice
VAT registration timing advice, scheme selection and quarterly returns for professional and trade businesses at or near the threshold.
Sector-Specific Accounting
For Your Profession
Book a free consultation with an accountant who understands your specific profession — whether you’re a contractor, tradesperson, consultant or professional services firm.