Straight forward, hassle-free online accounting services designed exclusively for sole traders. Whether you have a part-time, growing or established sole trader business, our services are designed around you.
Let your dedicated accountant provide expert accounting support to your business and ensure your taxes are filed on time.
Our Clever Service & Software solution provides hassle-free accounting to thousand's of companies and individuals across the UK.
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Clever Sole Trader accounting solutions
Clever Accounts has worked hard for nearly 20 years perfecting the service we provide to sole traders. We've developed our service and solution to fit around your business, whatever your needs.
Through a combination of providing an all-inclusive accounting service and help with navigating around the various taxes you might need to pay, the expert accountants at Clever, are always on hand for you.
This, together with an easy-to-use online accounting app, makes our sole trader accounting service stand out from the rest.
Unlimited peace-of-mind accounting to support your accounting needs and keep you tax efficient.
Your dedicated accountant is there for any questions. They'll also complete the day-to-day tasks of VAT, PAYE and tax returns.
Send invoices, claim expenses and review your tax liabilities, all within an easy-to-use and always online accounting app.
Why become a Sole Trader?
A Sole Trader structure is currently the quickest and easiest way to start your business. You can start instantly, do not need to establish any legal structure and can be the perfect solution for those that are just starting out on their new business.
Quick and easy set up Unlike a Limited Company, you can start a sole trader business without any legal structure around it. As long as you register with HMRC, that's all that's needed to establish the business for taxes.
Increased privacy Only HMRC needs to know you are trading. This means you do not need to publically display your business details, as you would with a Limited Company and therefore keep it from public records.
Less administration It's much easier to run a Sole Trader business than any other method. Unless you are VAT registered, you currently only need to declare your earnings on your self-assessment each year.
Less costly Typically, running a Sole Trader business is the least costly structure for your business. Some operating costs, such as insurance, bank charges and even accountancy fees will be less.
We've worked hard to find the best partnerships to help you and your business. We're not just accountants, but business advisors. We want you to succeed and ensuring you have access to the best tools will only help develop a stronger business for you.
Tide Banking
Our banking partner, Tide is a perfect fit for your sole trader business. A modern, online banking solution that offers a 5-minute turnaround for account registration with hassle-free, easy to use software, provides a great starter companion. What's more, once you have registered and funded your new bank, they'll award you £75 cashback!
Coconut is a fantastic sole trader accounting app that helps you unmuddle your business and personal finances, so that you always have accurate figures at your fingertips. Making it easy to see how business is doing, whose payments are overdue, and what to set aside for tax every single month. Through Clever, you get Coconut free of charge.
A simple, competitive sole trading package for accounting and software
Our clients trust us as their accounting partner
Our unique accounting service for contractors offers end-to-end IR35 support, contract reviews & assessments, and seamless switching between limited company and Umbrella contract roles for one single monthly fee.
At Clever Accounts, we pride ourselves in providing outstanding services to all our clients.
Accountancy isn’t all about crunching numbers and submitting documents but, just like any other online service, we strive to ensure we fully understand your needs as a customer and we communicate to you in a friendly, clear and concise manner.
No matter your industry and accounting needs, we have an accountant that is experienced to help you run your business and allow you to focus on growing your business.
Expert accountancy service & software
A perfect match of online accounting software complimenting a fully dedicated, experienced accountant to provide specialist accounting support and advice for contractors.
Clever Service
Your own dedicated accountant providing unlimited, pro-active support and help.
Salary, drawings and dividend planning, tailored for your needs.
Year end accounts, tax returns and VAT returns, all completed and submitted.
Self-assessment tax return completion for all income sources.
Payroll processing for directors and staff.
Clever Software
Free, market leading online accounting software.
Create and send invoices to customers, get paid faster with payment options.
Record and capture expenses, or mileage you've incurred and create expense claims.
Connect to a large variety of banks via secure Open Banking functionality.
We understand your time is valuable, so we strive to ensure our modern, software-driven systems provides you a hassle-free, seamless experience with us.
Our online accounting app is easy to use and will be a perfect financial companion for any type of business you have.
If you work through a limited company, or individually as a sole trader, you will need to file tax returns each year and pay any tax due, together with ensuring that what you do, is compliant.
Whilst you can perform all these tasks yourself, why should you? For a fixed, low monthly fee, we'll perform al the accounting duties, leaving you time to get on earning money..
I'm not sure whether I should start as a sole trader or limited company?
Don’t worry, speak with our experienced sales team and they will be able to guide you through your requirements and suggest what might be beneficial to you.
Even after you sign up, your accountant will also be able to advise you on any other tax efficient options and structures.
I'm contracting and already have an accountant.
Switching is easy. When you sign up online or via our sales team, you will be asked which accountancy firm you are currently using. Once you have completed the sign up process and given your approval to speak with them, we’ll take over the process and obtain your working papers.
The process is seamless and you won't normally need to do anything. We'll take over processing your VAT and PAYE returns, where necessary.
How do I sign up?
You can sign up by visiting our sign up page here or you can phone our sales team on 0113 518 8800 and they will get you started over the phone. If you are unsure which package to choose, or have any additional questions, this is a perfect way to discuss your needs.
Is there a set up fee?
There are no set up fees when you join Clever Accounts. This means you can start enjoying pro-active accountancy support immediately.
Is there a minimum contract?
We don’t impose any minimum contract periods when signing up for accountancy services, which means you can cancel at anytime.
Still have questions?
Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Please chat to our friendly team.