Accountants for Tradespeople
We help builders, plumbers, electricians and other tradespeople across Cardiff and South Wales stay on top of their accounts, tax returns and compliance without the headaches. Whether you're a sole trader or running a limited company, we handle the paperwork so you can focus on the job at hand.
What we cover
From day-to-day bookkeeping to year-end accounts, we manage the full range of accounting needs for tradespeople. Whatever your business structure, we make sure everything stays compliant and tax-efficient.
Self-Assessment Tax Returns
Timely, accurate returns for sole traders and partners, making sure you claim every allowable expense.
VAT Returns & CIS Compliance
Monthly or quarterly VAT filings and Construction Industry Scheme reporting handled on time, every time.
Payroll & PAYE
Full payroll processing for your team, including RTI submissions, payslips and pension auto-enrolment.
Cloud Accounting Setup
We get you up and running on Xero or QuickBooks so you can track invoices and expenses on the go.
How we support Cardiff tradespeople
If you're running a trade business in Cardiff or anywhere across South Wales, you already know how quickly the admin piles up. Invoices, receipts, VAT, CIS deductions, tax deadlines. It's easy to let it slide when you're out on site every day. That's where we come in. We take care of your bookkeeping, tax returns and compliance work so you can get back to doing what you do best.
Our approach is simple. We sit down with you first to understand how your business works: whether you're a sole trader, in partnership, or running a limited company. We look at your income streams, expenses and any sector-specific obligations like the Construction Industry Scheme. Then we set up a schedule that suits you, whether that's monthly management accounts or quarterly check-ins before deadlines.
We handle the numbers so you don't miss a deadline or overpay HMRC.
More information
Most of our trade clients use cloud accounting software like Xero or QuickBooks, and we help you get set up if you're not already. That means you can snap a photo of a receipt on your phone, and we'll make sure it's coded and claimed correctly. No shoeboxes, no spreadsheets, no guesswork. You get a real-time view of where you stand, and we stay on top of Making Tax Digital requirements without you lifting a finger.
We also handle payroll and PAYE if you've got a team. That includes RTI submissions, payslips, pension auto-enrolment, and making sure everyone gets paid on time. If you take on subcontractors, we manage the CIS side too: verifying status, calculating deductions, and filing monthly returns with HMRC.
Common concerns we hear
A lot of tradespeople come to us worried they've been paying too much tax or that their records aren't good enough for HMRC. We review everything, identify allowable expenses you might have missed, and make sure your accounts are audit-ready. If you've fallen behind, we help you get caught up without the panic. And if cash flow's tight between jobs, we can forecast ahead so there are no nasty surprises.
Being based in Cardiff, we work with trades across Pontypridd, Penarth, Barry, Newport and the Vale. We understand the local landscape, whether you're working on new builds in the Bay or refurbs out in the valleys. That local knowledge means we're always available when you need us, and we can meet face-to-face if that's easier than a video call.
You'll have a named contact who knows your business and picks up the phone.
When tax season rolls around, you won't be scrambling. We file your self-assessment or corporation tax return on time, claiming every expense and allowance you're entitled to. We also plan ahead: if your turnover's climbing toward the VAT threshold, or if incorporating would save you tax, we'll flag it early and talk you through the pros and cons. The aim is to keep your affairs simple, compliant, and as tax-efficient as possible, year after year.
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Here are the questions we hear most often from tradespeople looking for accounting support.
Do I need an accountant if I'm a sole trader?
What's included in your service for tradespeople?
How much do you charge?
Can you help if I've fallen behind with my returns?
Do I need to use cloud accounting software?
What if I'm registered for CIS?
How often will we be in touch?
Are you based in Cardiff?
Let's talk about your business
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