Contractor using professional contractor accounting and bookkeeping services for limited companies, subcontractors and freelancers in London.

Contractor Accounting & Bookkeeping Services London

Specialist contractor accounting and bookkeeping for contractors, subcontractors and freelancers across London. Vau Consult supports limited companies and sole traders with bookkeeping, CIS returns, VAT, payroll, annual accounts, tax returns and IR35 considerations.

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Specialist Accounting for Contractors

Vau Consult provides practical accounting services for contractors, freelancers and subcontractors across London. Our contractor accountants support both limited company directors and the contractor self employed, helping manage bookkeeping, corporation tax, VAT returns, payroll, self assessment and year-end reporting.

We also help contractors understand the accounting and financial implications of IR35, including working inside or outside IR35, payroll considerations and the effect of status decisions on their business.

Contractor Accounting and Bookkeeping Services

Our contractor accounting services can be tailored to your business structure and may include:

Day-to-day contractor bookkeeping
Limited company accounts and corporation tax returns
Sole trader accounts and Self Assessment tax returns
CIS record setup, subcontractor verification and monthly returns
Preparation of CIS payment and deduction statements
CIS bookkeeping and reconciliation
VAT registration, VAT returns and Making Tax Digital
Construction domestic reverse-charge VAT
Payroll, PAYE and workplace pension deductions
Xero and FreeAgent setup and support
Management accounts and cash-flow reporting
Practical support with IR35 considerations

Whether you operate through a limited company or work as a self-employed contractor, Vau Consult helps keep your accounting records accurate, compliant and up to date.

CIS Accounting for Contractors and Subcontractors

Our CIS accounting services help contractors and subcontractors meet their responsibilities under the Construction Industry Scheme.

Support with CIS record setup and registration requirements
Managing subcontractor verification records
Calculating and recording CIS deductions
Preparing monthly CIS returns and maintaining submission records
Reviewing and correcting previous CIS return records
Maintaining accurate CIS records
Support with amended or overdue CIS returns
Reconciling CIS deductions recorded by limited companies
Guidance on contractor and subcontractor CIS responsibilities

Whether your business pays subcontractors or receives payments under CIS, we help maintain accurate records and keep monthly reporting up to date.

IR35 Accounting Support for Contractors

The IR35 rules determine whether a contractor working through an intermediary, such as a limited company, should be treated as employed for tax purposes.

Accounting considerations arising from an IR35 status assessment
The difference between inside IR35 and outside IR35
The financial implications of an IR35 determination
Considering how contract terms and working practices affect accounting arrangements
Record keeping for status decisions
Payroll, PAYE and tax considerations when working inside IR35
Accounting and cash-flow planning for limited-company contractors

IR35 status depends on the complete working relationship—not only the wording of the contract. Where specialist legal advice is required, we can work alongside an employment-status or contract-review specialist.

Tax and VAT for Contractors

We provide ongoing contractor tax services for sole traders and limited-company contractors, helping you meet filing deadlines and understand how much tax your business needs to pay.

Self Assessment tax returns for self-employed contractors
Limited company accounts and Corporation Tax
VAT registration and quarterly VAT returns
Making Tax Digital record keeping
Construction domestic reverse-charge VAT
Payroll and PAYE for directors and employees
Recording allowable business expenses
Tax and payment planning throughout the year

Accurate bookkeeping allows us to prepare your accounts and tax returns efficiently while helping you plan for Corporation Tax, VAT and Self Assessment liabilities.

Trusted Contractor Accountant London

Vau Consult combines practical industry experience with accounting and finance expertise to provide specialist bookkeeping and accounting support for contractors, subcontractors and freelancers.

CIMA qualified construction accounting and finance consultancy supporting contractors and construction SMEs in London

Xero cloud accounting software used for construction bookkeeping, CIS management and contractor financial reporting

Efficient Solutions for Small Businesses

We help business owners save time, maintain accurate financial records and gain greater confidence in their finances.

"Our payroll used to be a nightmare. Vau Consult took it over and everything runs like clockwork now. Employees get accurate payslips on time, every time. Couldn't ask for more."

Laura.Ch. Owner

“I used to spend every Sunday chasing invoices and receipts. Now I don't."

Liam Atkins .Electrician

“Straight-talking, quick to reply, and they actually understand the effect of CIS on the cash. flow. That was a first for me.”

Sarah.M

Plumbing & Heating

Get a Quote for Accounting and Bookkeeping Services

Tell us a little about your business and the services you need. Whether you are a small business, limited company, sole trader, contractor, freelancer or self-employed, we’ll prepare a clear quote tailored to your accounting requirements.