Freelancer accountants
Accountants for freelancers and consultants
Sole trader or limited company, we keep your tax right and your admin light. Fixed fees, FreeAgent included.
- FreeAgent Gold Partner
- Fixed monthly fees
- Bristol accountants since 2007
Why freelancers choose us
Built around how freelancers work
Designers, writers, developers, marketers, coaches and consultants: if you freelance, we'll keep your tax right and your admin light, whether you work as a sole trader or through a limited company. Fixed monthly fees, FreeAgent included.
Sole trader or limited company
We look after both, and we'll tell you honestly when it's worth moving from one to the other.
Invoicing and expenses in one place
FreeAgent is included in every plan: send invoices, chase late payers, track time on projects and snap receipts as you go.
Know what tax to put aside
Irregular income makes tax bills hard to predict. FreeAgent shows your running estimate and we review it with you, so January is not a shock.
Making Tax Digital covered
If you are a sole trader over the MTD threshold, our MTD plans include all the quarterly submissions.
Fixed fees, no clock watching
One monthly fee with phone and email support included. Ask us a quick question without worrying about the bill.
Small firm, real people
Being a small firm, we fit our service around your business rather than selling you off-the-shelf packages.
Getting started
Sole trader or limited company?
Most freelancers start as sole traders: it's quick to set up and the admin is light. As your income grows, a limited company can become more tax-efficient and can help you win work with clients who prefer to contract with companies. It also brings more responsibilities.
We'll look at your income, your clients and your plans, and tell you which suits you now and when that might change.
Read more: limited company vs self-employed vs employed.
Consultants
Independent consultants
We work with management, marketing, HR and medical consultants. Many work through a limited company and some sit close to IR35, so we bring the same contractor know-how: salary and dividend planning, expenses, VAT and IR35 support.
Working on longer contracts? See our page for contractor accountants.
Less admin
Getting paid and staying organised
FreeAgent, included in every plan, takes care of most of the day-to-day:
- Professional invoices, automatic reminders and online payments
- Bank feeds that pull in every transaction
- Smart Capture to read your receipts from a photo
- Time tracking and project profitability
- A live estimate of the tax you owe
See our invoicing guide and our FreeAgent help pages.
Bristol and UK-wide
Freelance accountants in Bristol, working UK-wide
Bristol is full of freelancers, and we've been working alongside them since 2007. Wherever you're based, we can work with you online.
Meetings are by appointment at 1 Park Road, BS16 1AZ or 1 Lindsay Road, BS7 9NP, or on a video call. Clients are welcome to ring us on 0117 290 0007 without an appointment, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.
Fixed monthly fees
Fixed fees for freelancers
Sole trader plans start at £50 a month and limited company plans at £99. FreeAgent is included in all of them.
FreeAgent is included in every plan. Why we use FreeAgent
Sole Trader
Up to £50K turnover, not on MTD
£50a month + VAT
Book a free meetingWhat's included
- Registration for taxes
- Tax return
- FreeAgent subscription
- Annual review meeting (on Zoom)
- Phone & email support
Sole Trader MTD
Up to £90K turnover
£75a month + VAT
Book a free meetingWhat's included
- Registration for taxes
- Tax return
- FreeAgent subscription
- Quarterly FreeAgent review
- Annual review meeting (on Zoom)
- Phone & email support
- Making Tax Digital submissions
Limited Company
Up to £90K turnover
£99a month + VAT
Book a free meetingWhat's included
- Registration for taxes
- Confirmation Statement
- Company accounts
- Corporation tax return
- Payroll for 1
- FreeAgent subscription
- Annual review meeting
- Phone & email support
All prices are per month plus VAT. Limited companies over £90K turnover or registered for VAT usually need Ltd Premium at £145. See all our prices.
Reviews
What freelancers say about us
“As freelance specialists they understand my needs, and provide solid advice. Whenever I've had a question, my calls and emails are returned promptly, and the FreeAgent software is brilliant!”
Alan GouldThey understand my needs “I couldn't be happier with Barry and the team. They have provided a friendly and efficient service and getting my books on FreeAgent has transformed the way I run my business.”
Claudia ConnellyFriendly and efficient “Prior to commissioning Focus my understanding of how my business accounts worked was patchy at best. Barry and the team have not only helped me gain a much clearer picture of how my business accounts stack up but they have also made a raft of suggestions that have improved my personal and tax liabilities.”
John WylesHighly recommended! Questions
Questions freelancers ask us
What we're asked most by freelancers and consultants.
How much does an accountant for a freelancer cost?
As a sole trader, from £50 a month plus VAT, or £75 with Making Tax Digital submissions. As a limited company, from £99 a month plus VAT. FreeAgent is included in every plan. See all our plans.
Should I be a sole trader or a limited company?
It depends on your income, your clients and how much admin you're happy with. We'll talk it through in your free meeting and can set up either for you.
My income goes up and down. How do I know how much tax to save?
FreeAgent shows a running estimate of the tax you owe as you invoice and record expenses. Our quarterly reviews (on the MTD and Premium plans) check it with you, so you can put the right amount aside.
Do I have to use FreeAgent?
We work with FreeAgent because it saves our clients time and keeps their records up to date, and it's included in every plan. If you're on other software, talk to us and we'll help you move across.
Do you work with freelancers outside Bristol?
Yes. Our office is in Bristol, but we work with freelancers all over the UK, online.
Further reading
Guides for freelancers
- Limited company vs self-employed vs employed
- Invoicing guide: getting paid on time
- Re-billing expenses to clients
- Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
- Payments on account for Self Assessment
- How to re-register for VAT
- Business banking
- FreeAgent help and tutorials
We also work with IT contractors, contractors, sole traders and landlords.
Talk to us
Talk to us about your freelance business
Tell us what you do and how you trade, and we'll suggest the right plan. Send us an email, use the form, or arrange a free 30-minute video call with Barry, Greg or Maria. We welcome calls on 0117 290 0007 from clients without the need for an appointment.
- Hours
- 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday
- Book a video call
- Meet with Barry · Meet with Greg · Meet with Maria
- Visit by appointment
- 1 Park Road, Bristol, BS16 1AZ1 Lindsay Road, Bristol, BS7 9NP