Accountants for Freelancers
Why work freelance?
In recent years, with the development in remote working technology and in the use of the Internet, it is now far easier to work ‘virtually’ for a number of different clients than it would have been even five years ago. If you are considering becoming a freelancer then this section dedicated to freelancers will provide you with all the information you will need to make an informed decision.
There are many reasons why people choose to work freelance. As a freelancer you have the option to take on as many clients, and as many projects as you like – with total flexibility in your business structure. All manner of freelance business types have sprung up over the last few years, from the more traditional domains of freelance writing, journalism or photography to the more recent freelance sales and marketing staff, web developers, project managers, administration services providers and so on.
As well as being able to work very flexibly, freelancers also have the ability to command much higher hourly rates of pay than permanent employees – especially if they are prepared to pout in the extra hours. But this is not unreasonable, bearing in mind the lack of holiday and sick pay, and the other additional benefits which are lost when moving from permanent employment to freelance work!
One of the key challenges when deciding to go freelance is to decide on your business model. The two obvious options are sole trader or limited company – and there are pros and cons to each.
If you are thinking of freelancing through your own limited company, please read our new straightforward guide on How to Freelance through your own Limited Company. You'll be surprised how little time it takes and just how easy it is.
If you do choose to set up a limited company, SJD Accountancy can give you with a wealth of information and advice – as well as providing our low cost fixed-fee accountancy services which have been especially developed for freelancers and contractors.
Click on the links below to read our more detailed guides:
The Opportunity for Freelancers
Structuring your Business
How to Find Freelance Work
The Tools for the Job
SJD Accountancy
SJD Accountancy are the UK's largest specialist provider of fixed fee, limited company accountancy services to freelancers; we've been acting for freelancers across the UK since 1992 and have more than 10,000 clients.
We are the only National specialist firm of accountants with offices in all major UK cities so you’ll never be far from your accountant. SJD also have more qualified staff than any other firm in our market with qualifications from the following major tax and accountancy bodies - ATII, ATT, ACCA, CA, ACA, FCCA, ACMA. You’ll also be pleased to know that we are one of the lowest priced as well.
Free face-to-face meetings. This is another unique service, only SJD offers free face to face meetings - tax is complicated and sometimes only a meeting will do.
Unlimited access to your own dedicated accountant. No call centres, no outsourcing, no automated call handling. Simply telephone, e-mail or meet your own dedicated accountant face to face.
Money backed service guarantee. All your telephone calls and e-mails will be answered the same day or we will refund your monthly fee's.
Outstanding reputation. We have won more awards for customer service and accountancy excellence than any other firm in our market.
All inclusive low cost monthly package which includes completion of accounts, payroll bureau, dividends and corporation tax computations, personal taxation, free bookkeeping software, unlimited access to your accountant and all company returns. All this for a fixed monthly fee of £95 plus VAT, which is one of the lowest prices in the market.
Appoint SJD Accountancy and never worry about your tax or accountancy affairs again!
If you have any question about freelancing or would like any further advice please call our New Client Services helpdesk on 0500 152 500 / 01442 232700 or e-mail jaime.thorpe@sjdaccountancy.com.
You may also find the following pages, guides and case studies useful:
Take home pay calculator - How much could you be taking home
Contractor FAQ - All your frequently asked questions and their answers
First time Contracting or Freelancing? - A summary of the alternatives along with pros and cons
Step-by-step Guide to Contracting - Download a FREE copy of our guide
Limited or Umbrella? Can't decide? - We help you decide which is best for you
Take home pay case studies - Examples of contractors using limited and umbrella companies
Expenses Guide - Know exactly what you can claim
Umbrella company guide - Everything you ever wanted to know about umbrella company services
IR35 Guide - A great plain English guide to IR35
