Accountant for Sole Traders & Self-Employed | WYAS
Services

Accountants for sole traders and the self-employed

You didn't start your business to do paperwork. We keep your records in order, claim every expense you're entitled to and file your tax return on time, every time.

Our services

What's included

Simple bookkeeping, using an app or spreadsheet that suits you

Claiming allowable expenses, mileage and use of home

Making Tax Digital quarterly updates, if they apply to you

Payments on account explained, so there are no surprises in January or July

Advice on when it's worth becoming a limited company

How we help

Tax and paperwork, sorted

We keep your records in order, claim every expense you are entitled to and file your self assessment on time, every time.

We explain payments on account so there are no surprises in January or July, and we tell you when it is worth becoming a limited company.

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Common questions

Sole trader questions

When is my self assessment due?

The tax year runs from 6 April to 5 April. Your online return and any tax owed are due by 31 January the following year, with payments on account also due on 31 January and 31 July.

Do I need an accountant as a sole trader?

You don't have to have one, but most sole traders find an accountant saves them more in tax and time than they cost. We'll tell you whether it's worth it for you.

Should I become a limited company?

It can be worth it once your profits grow, but it depends on how you take money out and your plans. We'll compare sole trader and limited company using your own numbers.

What expenses can I claim as a sole trader?

Costs that are wholly for your business, such as stock, equipment, travel and mileage, phone and internet, a share of household bills if you work from home, and accountancy fees.

Does Making Tax Digital apply to me?

From April 2026, sole traders and landlords with qualifying income over £50,000 must keep digital records and send quarterly updates to HMRC. The threshold falls to £30,000 from April 2027 and £20,000 from April 2028. We'll check whether it applies to you and set you up.

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What our clients say

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Annie HornbyGoogle review
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Friendly, very knowledgeable and so helpful. They take the hassle completely out of accounts and book keeping. We are a small business and it’s made such a difference to our peace of mind. Would not hesitate to recommend

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Tyrese LiuGoogle review
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Having had issues with accountants this year, I recently made the change over to work with West Yorkshire Accountancy, and what a decision I made! They’ve been nothing but helpful throughout the months they’ve handled my finances, I’d recommend these guys to anybody who’s serious about their finances.

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Mohammed HaqGoogle review
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Absolutely World class service, been using WYAS for years now, they always go and above beyond for their clients. Best firm in Huddersfield by a long way.

Get in touch

Ready to get your accounts sorted?

Book a free consultation, or email us at admin@wyas.co.uk.