Accountants for Contractors
Trusted Accountants For Contractors in London
Specialist Contractor Accountants in London
Contracting brings freedom and higher earning potential — and with it IR35, limited company admin, VAT and tax planning that generalist accountants rarely see. Accountactical helps London contractors keep more of what they earn while staying fully compliant, whether you work through a limited company or an umbrella.
- ✓IR35 status reviewed and explained in plain English
- ✓Limited company accounts and filings handled end to end
- ✓Salary and dividend mix planned tax-efficiently
- ✓Every legitimate contractor expense captured
Contractor essentials
- ✓IR35 status shapes your tax position on every contract
- ✓An inefficient salary-dividend mix quietly costs thousands
- ✓Expenses only save tax when they are actually claimed
Complete Accounting Services for Contractors
IR35 Reviews & Support
Contract-by-contract status guidance, so surprises never come from HMRC.
Limited Company Accounts
Statutory accounts, corporation tax and Companies House filings done.
Salary & Dividend Planning
Your remuneration structured efficiently within the rules.
Contractor Expenses
Travel, equipment, training and home office costs claimed properly.
VAT & Self-Assessment
Registrations, returns and personal tax handled together, coherently.
Ongoing Advice & Support
A specialist on call as contracts, rates and rules change.
How It Works
Assess
Your contracts, structure and goals reviewed properly.
Structure
Company, VAT and remuneration set up for efficiency.
Run
Books, payroll and filings managed through the year.
Optimise
Regular reviews as contracts and tax rules move.
Why London Contractors Trust Accountactical
- ✓Contractor specialists who live IR35, not guess at it
- ✓Take-home pay modelled, not left to chance
- ✓Fixed monthly fees with everything included
- ✓Fast, direct answers between year-ends
- ✓Compliance first, so savings never become risks
Limited company or umbrella?
The right answer depends on your contracts, your IR35 position and your plans. We model both routes with real numbers, so you choose with your eyes open — and we run whichever you pick.
Free tool: Check your CIS deductions against your actual tax bill with our free CIS refund calculator.
What our clients say
“I was completely lost with declaring rental income and expenses. Accountactical guided me step by step, explained everything clearly, and even helped me save money.”
“Dealing with property tax felt overwhelming, but their expert team made it simple. Professional, approachable and accurate. I finally feel confident about compliance.”
“They understand the complexities of UK tax better than anyone. Their tailored advice gave me reassurance and strong financial results without unnecessary stress.”
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View all servicesFrequently asked questions
If you work through your own limited company for end clients, the off-payroll rules may apply. Status depends on control, substitution and mutuality u2014 we review contracts before HMRC does.
Most contractor directors blend a small salary with dividends u2014 our salary & dividend calculator shows the 2026/27 combined tax position in seconds.
If you pay subcontractors you must verify them with HMRC, deduct 20% or 30%, and file monthly CIS returns u2014 penalties start at u00a3100 for a single late return.
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