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Specialist Accountants for Freelancers and Contractors

Working for yourself means juggling invoices, expenses, payments on account, IR35 rules and the big question of whether to trade as a sole trader or through a limited company. We’re specialist accountants for freelancers and contractors who understand how you actually earn, not generalists who treat your business like every other client.

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We Work With:
- Freelancers, consultants and self employed sole traders
- IT, engineering and finance contractors working through limited companies
- Creatives, marketers and service providers across the UK
From day to day expenses to year end accounts, our accountants for freelancers handle the numbers so you can focus on winning and delivering great work. Here’s how we support freelancers and contractors like you:

How We Help:
- IR35 advice and compliance for contractors and personal service companies
- Limited company set up and tax efficient salary and dividend planning
- Limited company accounts, Corporation Tax and VAT returns
- Self Assessment tax returns and allowable expense claims
- Director payroll and ongoing HMRC compliance
Looking for accountants for freelancers and contractors you can rely on? Our team understands the financial challenges of working for yourself, from IR35 and the off payroll working rules to uneven income, payments on account and choosing the most tax efficient way to pay yourself. We work with freelancers, IT contractors, consultants, creatives and one person limited companies across Uxbridge, London and the UK, providing proactive advice that helps you keep more of what you earn while staying fully HMRC compliant.

Whether you need help with day to day bookkeeping, cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or FreeAgent, moving from sole trader to limited company, or forward looking tax planning, we tailor our support to how you work, not a one size fits all package. Read on for answers to the questions freelancers and contractors ask us most.

Further Insights: Accountants for Contractors in the UK: Tax and IR35 Guide, How to Pay Yourself as a Limited Company Director in the UK, and Sole Trader vs Limited Company: Which Is Best for Your UK Business in 2026.

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Got questions about Freelancer and Contractor Accountants?

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Do I need a specialist accountant as a freelancer or contractor?

Yes. Freelancers and contractors face tax questions that a general accountant can miss, such as IR35 status, how to split salary and dividends, which expenses HMRC allows, payments on account and when to register for VAT. We work with freelancers, contractors and one person limited companies every day, so we already know where the common pitfalls are and how to keep your tax bill as low as the rules allow.

Should I work as a sole trader or through a limited company?

It depends on your profit level, your clients and how much admin you are comfortable with. A sole trader set up is simple and cheap to run, while a limited company can be more tax efficient once profits grow and some clients prefer to contract with one. We compare both options for your figures and, if a company makes sense, handle your company formation for you.

Can you help me with IR35?

Yes. Under the off payroll working rules, medium and large clients decide your IR35 status and must give you a Status Determination Statement, while for small clients your own limited company is responsible for the decision. We review your contracts and working practices, explain what the status means for your take home pay, and help you stay compliant through our specialist tax advice service.

What expenses can I claim as a freelancer?

Common allowable expenses include equipment and software, professional subscriptions and insurance, business travel, phone and internet costs, training linked to your current work, accountancy fees and a share of your home running costs if you work from home. Costs must be wholly and exclusively for your business. We check every claim when preparing your Self Assessment or company accounts so nothing is missed.

How much do your accountancy services cost?

Pricing depends on whether you are a sole trader or a limited company, your turnover and the level of support you need, from a yearly tax return through to bookkeeping, payroll and VAT. We agree a clear, fixed monthly fee upfront so there are no surprises, and we’re happy to talk it through on a free, no obligation consultation.

What happens when I switch to NS Accounting?

As accountants for freelancers and contractors, we handle the switch for you. We contact your existing accountant, request handover information, register with HMRC where needed, and get your bookkeeping and payroll set up so nothing falls through the cracks. Most clients are fully onboarded within a few weeks, with minimal input needed from you.