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Get your construction finances sorted today. Maximise your rebates and eliminate HMRC stress with Bristol’s top-rated CIS specialists.

Trusted by Bristol’s Builders & Tradespeople

Trust and Worth

Navigating the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) requires a partner you can rely on. As accredited professionals regulated by the ACCA, we bring you peace of mind and technical excellence. Our seamless integration with recognised software platforms like XeroQuickBooks, and FreeAgent ensures your bookkeeping is always accurate and up-to-date. Most importantly, we are specialists in HMRC compliance, ensuring your submissions are always correct and on time, protecting you from costly penalties and giving you complete confidence.

How We Make A Difference to Your Business

We go beyond just number crunching to become a strategic partner in your growth. Your specialist self-employed accountant in Bristol.

Maximise Your Take-Home Pay

We proactively ensure all CIS deductions are accurately tracked and claimed back, putting more money back in your pocket.

Eliminate HMRC Stress & Penalties

Sleep soundly knowing your monthly CIS returns, deductions, and communications with HMRC are handled flawlessly by our experts, keeping you fully compliant.

Cash Flow Clarity & Control

Get a clear, real-time view of your business finances through our cloud tools, so you can make smarter decisions about jobs, materials, and growth.

Your Dedicated Bristol CIS Expert

You’ll have a direct point of contact right here in Bristol who understands the local market and the intricacies of your construction business.

Fixed-Fee Pricing, No Surprises

Budget with absolute confidence. You’ll know exactly what you’re paying for our services each month, with no hidden fees or nasty shocks.

Strategic Business Advice for Growth

From pricing your jobs correctly to planning for VAT and Corporation Tax, we provide actionable advice to help your construction business thrive.

Our Specialist CIS Accounting Services

Comprehensive financial support tailored specifically for the construction industry.

CIS Registration & Verification

Get started on the right foot. We’ll handle your initial registration with HMRC as a contractor or subcontractor and manage the vital step of verifying every subcontractor before their first payment, ensuring you avoid automatic 30% deductions.

CIS Gross Status Applications

Improve your cash flow dramatically. We manage the entire complex application process for Gross Payment Status, from assessing your business history to preparing the necessary evidence and liaising with HMRC to give you the best chance of approval.

Monthly CIS Returns & Deductions

Full, end-to-end management of your monthly CIS obligations. We calculate the correct deductions (20%, 30%, or 0%), prepare and file the digital return with HMRC by the deadline, and ensure you make the correct payment, eliminating the risk of penalties.

CIS Subcontractor Tax Returns

Ensure you get credit for every pound deducted. We meticulously reconcile all your CIS deductions across the tax year and complete your Self-Assessment tax return, ensuring these deductions are offset against your final tax and National Insurance bill, often resulting in a substantial refund.

CIS Contractor Accounting & Payroll

A complete financial solution for contractors. We seamlessly manage both your standard payroll for employees and the more complex CIS payroll for your subcontractors, all from one integrated system, saving you time and administrative headaches.

Cloud Accounting Setup & Training

Embrace modern, efficient accounting. We will migrate your business to a leading platform like Xero or FreeAgent, tailor it for the construction industry, and provide you with hands-on training to confidently manage your day-to-day bookkeeping and track your financial performance.

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Why Choose Us As Your CIS Accountant in Bristol ?

We combine cutting-edge technology with a genuine passion for seeing our clients succeed, offering more than just compliance—we offer a partnership.

Cloud-Based Solutions for the Modern Builder

Access your financial data anytime, anywhere. Our use of top-tier cloud software like Xero and FreeAgent gives you a live dashboard of your business’s health, streamlines your bookkeeping, and connects you directly with your accountant.

We Genuinely Care About Your Success

We see ourselves as part of your team. We take the time to understand your specific business goals and challenges, offering proactive, friendly advice that makes a real difference to your bottom line and your peace of mind.

We Are Dedicated CIS Experts

The CIS isn’t just a side-service for us; it’s a core specialism. Our deep, up-to-date knowledge of the Construction Industry Scheme ensures you are always fully compliant and taking advantage of every financial opportunity available to you.

How we recovered £4,850 in overpaid CIS tax for a Bristol groundworks contractor

The Challenge

In early 2025, a local groundworks contractor based in South Bristol approached our firm. Despite working consistently for three different main contractors, he was struggling with business cash flow. Because he was being taxed at the standard 20% CIS rate on his gross income—without his legitimate business expenses being taken into account—he felt he was losing a significant portion of his hard-earned turnover. Furthermore, he hadn’t filed a proper Self Assessment in two years and was increasingly worried about potential HMRC penalties.

Our Approach

Our team of Bristol-based accountants stepped in to rectify his position:

  1. Comprehensive Expense Audit: We conducted a thorough review of his 2024–2025 receipts, identifying previously unclaimed business deductions including heavy machinery hire, specialised PPE, and vehicle travel costs for sites across Bristol and the M32 corridor.

  2. Back-Filing & Reconciliation: We brought his tax affairs fully up to date, ensuring all monthly CIS deduction statements were accurately reconciled against his actual income from all contractors.

  3. Strategic Self Assessment Filing: We submitted his tax returns, which correctly applied his personal allowance and these significant business expenses, effectively offsetting the tax he had already paid at source.

The Outcome

Because his actual tax liability was significantly lower than the 20% deducted at source by his contractors, he was entitled to a substantial tax rebate.

  • Total CIS Tax Recovered: £4,850

  • Time to Refund: 5 weeks from filing

  • Added Value: We implemented a digital bookkeeping system tailored to his site-based workflow, allowing him to track expenses via mobile phone while working on-site at developments in Clifton, Bedminster, and beyond. This ensures he will never miss an allowable deduction again.

“I previously believed the 20% CIS deduction was just ‘gone’ and non-refundable. Getting nearly £5,000 back has completely transformed my business cash flow. I am finally able to invest in new equipment for my upcoming jobs rather than constantly worrying about my tax position. I highly recommend EasyAccounts and Tax to any tradesperson in Bristol.”Local Groundworks Contractor, Bristol.

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Bristol Accountancy Services for Businesses & Individuals

Limited Company Accounts

Year-Round Tax Savings for Bristol Ltd Companies

Complete accounting for Bristol SMEs from £99/month:

  • Director’s tax planning (avg. £3,200 savings/year)
  • Dividend strategy optimization
  • Bristol-specific business rate advice
  • HMRC compliance for BS postcode businesses

Includes: Corporation tax, annual accounts, and quarterly VAT for Bristol companies.

Self Assessment Tax Returns

Maximising Refunds for Bristol Taxpayers

Bristol’s most trusted SA100 filing service helps you:

  • Higher Refunds – Avg. £1,200 reclaimed for Bristol filers
  • Bristol-Specific Expertise – Knowledge of local HMRC office procedures
  • Full Income Coverage – Employment (SA102), self-employment (SA103), property (SA105), dividends & crypto assets (SA108)
  • Tax Efficiency – Optimised pension contributions & Gift Aid relief for BS postcode residents

We Specialise In

  • Late submissions (Bristol HMRC penalty avoidance)
  • CIS subcontractors (Key for Bristol tradespeople)
  • Foreign income & crypto assets (Handled by our ACCA-certified team)

Bristol Director Benefits:

☑️ Salary/dividend strategies saving up to £4,200/year 

☑️ Allowable expense claims for Bristol business costs 

☑️ HMRC enquiry support (98% success rate for Bristol clients)

Recovered £3,800 in overpaid tax for a Clifton client last tax year!

Capital Gains Tax Advice

Smart CGT Planning for Bristol Residents & Investors

Bristol’s leading CGT specialists help you:

  • Reduce Liabilities – Avg. £12,300 saved through reliefs for Bristol clients
  • Bristol Property Expertise– Special knowledge of BS postcode valuations
  • Full CGT Coverage – UK property, shares, cryptoassets & business assets
  • Tax Efficiency – Maximising £3,000 annual exemption & reliefs

We Specialise In:

  • Property disposals (60-day rule compliance)
  • Entrepreneurs’ Relief/BADR planning
  • Cross-border CGT issues for Bristol expats

Bristol-Specific Solutions:

☑️ PPR relief optimisation for Bristol homes 

☑️ Bed-and-ISA strategies for Bristol investors 

☑️ Spouse transfer planning to use dual allowances 

Complex Case Experience:

  • Inherited assets (Bristol probate valuations)
  • Part-disposals of Bristol business assets
  • HMRC enquiries & penalty appeals

Saved a Redland client £28,000 through BADR last tax year!

Landlord & Property Tax

Maximising Returns for Bristol Property Investors

Bristol’s leading property tax experts help you:

✓ Higher Net Returns – Avg. 22% tax reduction for Bristol landlords
✓ BS Postcode Specialists – Knowledge of Bristol’s licensing schemes & HMRC office procedures
✓ Full Tax Compliance – SA105 returns, MTD for Income Tax, and overseas property disclosures
✓ Strategic Planning – Incorporation advice & spouse sharing for Bristol portfolios

Core Services for Bristol Landlords:
• Mortgage interest tax relief optimisation (Section 24)
• HMO expense claims specific to Bristol regulations
• Furnished Holiday Let (FHL) tax rules for SW England properties

Bristol-Specific Solutions:
☑️ Capital Gains Tax planning (PPR & lettings relief for BS postcodes)
☑️ Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) mitigation strategies
☑️ Ltd Company structuring for Bristol portfolios

Complex Case Expertise:
• Overseas property disclosures (Handled by our Bristol-based team)
• Landlord licensing-related deductions (Bristol City Council schemes)
• HMRC enquiries & compliance checks

“Saved a Clifton landlord £8,400 last year through strategic incorporation.”

Contractor Tax Specialists

IR35 Experts for Contractors: Maximise Take-Home Pay

Bristol’s leading contractor accountants help you:

✓ IR35 Compliance – 100% accurate status determinations for Bristol contracts
✓ Tax Efficiency – Avg. £14,300 annual savings through salary-dividend strategies
✓ Full Service – From company formation to year-end accounts for BS postcode businesses

Core Services for Bristol Contractors:
• Limited company setup (Bristol-registered address available)
• Monthly payroll & VAT (Flat Rate Scheme optimisation)
• CIS tax rebates for Bristol tradespeople
• Sector-specific advice for Bristol IT/engineering/healthcare contractors

Bristol-Specific Solutions:
☑️ IR35 contract reviews for local clients (Bristol HMRC office knowledge)
☑️ Expense claim optimisation for Bristol-based contractors
☑️ Dividend tax planning using personal allowances

Why Bristol Contractors Choose Us:
• 98% success rate with HMRC enquiries
• Free initial consultation at our Bristol office
• Xero/FreeAgent integration for real-time updates

“Saved a Bristol IT contractor £18,700 last year through IR35 planning.”

Payroll Services for Businesses

HMRC-Compliant Payroll Solutions for Bristol Employers

Stress-free payroll for BS postcode businesses:

✓ Accurate Processing – Avg. 99.8% compliance rate for Bristol clients
✓ Bristol-Specific Expertise – Knowledge of local Living Wage rates
✓ Full RTI Compliance – Auto-enrolment, SMP/SSP & year-end filings

Core Services:
• Employee onboarding for Bristol businesses
• Cloud-based payroll (Xero/QuickBooks integration)
• P60/P11D preparation
• PAYE tax calculations

Bristol Employer Benefits:
☑️ Same-day support for urgent payroll queries
☑️ Bristol Living Wage calculations
☑️ CIS payroll for local tradespeople

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