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Accounting for Contractors in Southend
Specialist accounting services for contractors across the UK—save time, stay compliant, and keep your income flowing.
Let ARB Handle Your Contractor Accounting, So You Can Focus on Your Work
Accounting for contractors isn’t just about managing invoices and expenses. It’s about navigating IR35, staying VAT compliant, and handling irregular income—all while meeting tight deadlines. Whether you work in construction, IT contracting, or consulting, these financial demands can quickly become a distraction from your core work.
At ARB, our experienced accountants for contractors provide tailored support to help you stay compliant and financially efficient. We offer full-service accounting for contractors, including bookkeeping, tax planning, VAT returns, and more—all delivered with clear advice and no jargon.
Using cloud tools like Xero, QuickBooks, and IRIS, we simplify your systems and give you real-time visibility over your finances. Whether you’re looking for contractor accountants London based or simply want the best contractor accountants UK has to offer, ARB keeps your finances in order—so you can focus on delivering contracts, not chasing paperwork.
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15+ Years’ Experience
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Cloud-Based Experts
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Transparent Fixed-Fee Pricing
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Trusted by Essex' Contractors
What Our Accountants for Contractors Offer
Contractor-focused accounting services tailored to compliance, simplicity, and saving time.
Bookkeeping
Contractors need more than spreadsheets—they need accurate, up-to-date records that keep HMRC off their back. Our accounting services for contractors include cloud-based bookkeeping using Xero and QuickBooks, so you can track income, expenses, and VAT in real-time. Whether you invoice clients directly or work through agencies, our accountants for contractors keep everything organised and audit-ready.
VAT Returns
Many contractors cross the VAT threshold without even realising it. We help you register when needed, choose the right scheme, and file accurate VAT returns on time. From Flat Rate to Standard VAT, our accounting services for contractors ensure you stay on top of your obligations without lifting a finger.
Accounts Preparation
Year-end accounts are more than a compliance task—they’re essential for financial clarity. Our accountants for contractors prepare accurate, timely accounts that reflect your true business performance. With ARB’s proactive accounting for contractors, you’ll know where you stand financially, what you owe, and how to plan for growth.
Tax Advice
Our specialist tax team offers personalised accounting services for contractors that cover much more than just compliance. We advise on profit extraction, IR35 risks, and allowable contractor expenses. Whether you’re just starting or scaling, our contractor accountants London deliver ongoing tax advice to help reduce liabilities and improve efficiency.
Incorporation
Thinking of going limited? We’ll assess whether incorporation is right for you, set up your company, and guide you through the structure, responsibilities, and tax benefits. As one of the best contractor accountants UK wide, ARB makes the transition from sole trader to limited company smooth and fully compliant.
Self Assessment
Filing your return late or with errors can cost you time and money. Our team handles your Self Assessment from registration to submission—flagging allowable deductions, IR35 considerations, and relevant reliefs. With ARB’s expert accounting for contractors, you stay compliant while maximising your take-home income. We manage the deadlines; you focus on your work.
How to Start with Our Accountants for Contractors
Getting started is simple. Our 3-step onboarding process is designed to save you time, reduce stress, and put your practice on a stronger financial footing.
Book a Free Contractor Accounting Quote
Start with a no-obligation call to discuss your setup—sole trader, limited, or umbrella. We’ll listen to your needs and explain how our accounting services for contractors can simplify your workload. Whether you’re after general support or specific help with IR35, our accountants for contractors are ready to help.Get a Full Financial & Compliance Review
We’ll review your current systems, accounts, and HMRC obligations. From IR35 risk to VAT registration, our team highlights gaps and provides clear next steps. With ARB’s proactive accounting for contractors, you’ll get expert insights tailored to your industry—backed by experienced contractor accountants London based and beyond.We Handle the Accounting, You Focus on Contracts
Once onboard, our accountants for contractors take over your bookkeeping, tax returns, and deadlines. You’ll get real-time updates through tools like Xero and QuickBooks, supported by one of the best contractor accountants UK wide. Stay billable—we’ll manage the numbers.Why Choose ARB’s Accountants for Contractors
Specialist Sector Knowledge
Our accountants for contractors understand the realities of IR35, working through umbrella companies, and when it makes sense to go limited. We tailor our accounting for contractors to your setup, so you stay efficient, compliant, and confident.
Cloud-Based Systems
We use Xero, QuickBooks, and IRIS to simplify accounting for contractors. From invoicing to VAT tracking, your records are always up-to-date and accessible. ARB’s cloud-first tools make accounting services for contractors faster, easier, and HMRC-ready.
Personalised Tax Advice
Our accounting for contractors goes beyond compliance. Whether you’re navigating IR35, dividend planning, or tax efficiency, our team provides proactive, tailored advice. We’re here year-round, not just at tax deadlines.
Fast, Reliable Reporting
You’ll never miss a deadline with ARB. From self-assessment to VAT returns, our contractor accountants London and UK-wide deliver fast, accurate results. We’re known as one of the best contractor accountants in the UK because we always stay ahead.Here’s what our clients say about us
“I’m always amazed by how quickly ARB Accountants respond. Whether it’s email or phone, I never feel like I’m waiting. Their support is fast, thorough, and super friendly, I would definitely recommend them.”
Don’t Just Take Our Word For It
Contractors across the UK trust ARB for reliable, no-nonsense accounting for contractors. Whether you’re in construction, IT, or consultancy, our clients value the clarity, speed, and expertise we bring to their finances.
From setting up a limited company to managing IR35 and VAT, our team delivers consistent, responsive accounting services for contractors. As one of the best contractor accountants UK wide, we’re known for practical support and fast turnaround times—without jargon.
Looking for contractor accountants London based or remote? Let’s start with a free quote.
Get a Contractor Accounting Quote
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Ready for Simplified Accounting for Contractor?
Join contractors across the UK who trust ARB for fast, compliant, and clear financial support. Whether you need help with IR35, VAT, or setting up your limited company—we’re here to make accounting simple.
