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Accounting for Contractors, Done Properly
I handle bookkeeping, self assessment, CIS returns and corporation tax for contractors across Scotland and the UK, so you always know where you stand.
You deal directly with me, David, every time. Fixed price from the start, same-day responses as standard, and plain English throughout.
“David has been absolutely fantastic from start to finish — very efficient, knowledgeable and understanding, and all work completed within the reasonable agreed fixed quote.”
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What I handle on your behalf
From keeping your day-to-day records clean to filing every return on time, I take the accounting side off your plate.
Bookkeeping and Self Assessment
I keep your records up to date throughout the year so your self assessment tax return is not a last-minute scramble. Every allowable expense is captured and claimed. You get a clear picture of what you owe before the deadline, not after.
Included in sole trader and limited company plansCIS Returns and Subcontractor Records
If you work under the Construction Industry Scheme, I handle your monthly CIS returns, verify subcontractors and keep your deduction records in order. From April 2026, nil CIS returns are mandatory again for months with no subcontractor payments, and the penalties for late filing start at £100 immediately. I make sure nothing gets missed.
Available as a standalone or part of a full packageLimited Company Accounts and Corporation Tax
If you operate through a limited company, I prepare your year-end accounts, file your corporation tax return and handle your confirmation statement. I also advise on the most tax-efficient way to draw income, which matters more than ever with dividend tax rates rising from April 2026. You always know what your bill will be before I start.
Included in Bronze, Silver and Gold plansWhy clients come back every year
Three things that make a real difference when you are running a contracting business.
You always deal with me directly
There are no juniors, no handoffs and no call centres at STZ Accounting. When you have a question, I answer it. That matters for contractors because your situation changes fast and you need someone who already knows your numbers when you call.
Fixed prices from the start
I give you a fixed price before I do any work. You know exactly what you are paying each month and there are no surprise invoices at year end. For contractors managing variable income and cash flow, that kind of certainty is worth a lot.
Over 25 years of real business experience
I spent more than 25 years running businesses before I qualified as an accountant. That means I understand the practical side of contracting, not just the numbers. I can tell you what the figures actually mean for your business, not just report them back to you.
How it works
Getting started is straightforward, and you will know exactly what to expect at each step.
Book a free call
We have a short, no-obligation call where you tell me about your contracting work, how you are currently set up and what you need. I ask the right questions so I understand your situation properly before quoting.
Receive a fixed price quote
I send you a clear, written quote covering exactly what I will do and what it will cost. No vague estimates and no hourly rates that add up quietly in the background.
I get your records in order
Whether you have a shoebox of receipts or a half-started spreadsheet, I sort through everything and set up a clean system going forward. Most clients are up and running within a few days.
I handle everything from here
I take care of your bookkeeping, returns and filings on an ongoing basis. You get same-day responses when questions come up, and you are never left wondering what is happening with your accounts.
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AAT qualified accountant based in Strathaven. Personal, one-to-one accounting for small businesses and sole traders across the UK.
