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Accounting for Sole Traders, Done Properly
I handle your bookkeeping, self assessment, and VAT so you can stop worrying about HMRC and get back to the work you actually enjoy.
You deal directly with me, David, every time. Fixed price, same-day responses, no juniors, no handoffs.
“I’ve used David the past 3 years for my tax return, every year it has been a pleasure and completely stress free — any questions I have he gets back same day. I would highly recommend David to anyone in need of an accountant!”
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What I handle on your behalf
As a sole trader, these are the three areas where getting things wrong costs you real money, and where I take the pressure off entirely.
Self Assessment Tax Returns
I handle your self assessment from start to finish, making sure every allowable expense is claimed and your return is filed accurately and on time. You give me your income and outgoings, and I take care of the rest. No forms to wade through on your own, no last-minute panic in January.
Included in Sole Trader PackageBookkeeping and Bank Reconciliation
I keep your day-to-day records in order so you always know where you stand financially. Under cash basis accounting, which is now the default method for sole traders, records need to reflect when money actually moves, and I make sure yours do. Clean books mean accurate tax returns and no nasty surprises.
Included in Sole Trader PackageVAT Returns
If you are VAT registered, or approaching the threshold, I handle your quarterly submissions and advise you on the scheme that suits your business. Missing a VAT deadline carries real penalties, and I make sure that never happens on my watch. From registration through to filing, it is all covered.
Included in Sole Trader PackageWhy clients come back every year
Three things that make a genuine difference when you are running a business on your own.
You always speak to me directly
I am David, and I run STZ Accounting personally. When you call or message, you reach me, not a junior member of staff who needs to check with someone else. I know your business, your situation, and your tax history. That continuity matters when you need a quick answer or something urgent comes up.
A fixed price, agreed upfront
The Sole Trader Package is priced at £150 plus VAT per month and covers invoicing, bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, VAT returns, annual accounts, and your personal self assessment. You know exactly what you are paying before we start, and that figure does not change mid-year without your agreement.
Over 25 years in real business before qualifying
I ran businesses for more than two decades before I became an accountant. I understand the cash flow pressure, the shoebox of receipts, and the uncertainty about what you can actually claim. My advice comes from experience on both sides of the table, not just a textbook.
How it works
Getting started takes less than 30 minutes of your time, and I do the heavy lifting from there.
Book a free call
You pick a time that suits you and we spend 20 to 30 minutes on a call. I ask about your business, your current records, and what you need. No sales script, just a straightforward conversation to see if we are a good fit.
I send you a fixed price quote
Based on what you have told me, I send a clear written quote with everything included and nothing hidden. You know exactly what you are paying before anything starts.
I take over your books and compliance
Once you are on board, I set up your bookkeeping, request access to your records, and take full responsibility for keeping everything in order. You stop worrying about deadlines because I am tracking them for you.
You get same-day answers whenever you need them
Throughout the year, you can message or call me with questions. I respond the same day. Whether it is a question about an expense, a letter from HMRC, or a change in your circumstances, I deal with it promptly so nothing gets overlooked.
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AAT qualified accountant based in Strathaven. Personal, one-to-one accounting for small businesses and sole traders across the UK.