Sole Trader Service

Simple, flexible support for self-employed professionals

Brookson's Sole Trader accountancy service helps contractors and freelancers manage their tax affairs with confidence, without paying for support they do not need.

This service is ideal if you are comfortable handling day-to-day bookkeeping yourself but want expert oversight, reliable submissions, and someone in your corner when questions come up.  

Making Tax Digital – What’s Changing in April 2026

From 6 April 2026, sole traders with gross income over £50,000 must comply with Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD ITSA). 

This means you’ll need to:

• Keep digital records using HMRC-compatible software
• Submit quarterly updates to HMRC (these are not full tax returns, just summaries of income and expenses) 
• Complete a final year-end declaration as part of your normal tax process

HMRC will use your 2024/25 tax return to determine if you are required to comply. If you are, they will notify you in February 2026. 

Miss a quarterly deadline? You will receive penalty points. After four points, you will face an automatic £200 fine

For official guidance, visit HMRC’s step-by-step resource here.

What's included

• FreeAgent setup and support, including record migration 
• Annual bookkeeping and tax efficiency review 
• Annual accounts preparation 
• Self Assessment preparation and submission 
• Quarterly MTD submissions (where applicable) 
• Key date reminders 
• Access to Brookson's support team for compliance queries 

Additional services — such as VAT returns, payroll, tax planning, or in-year reviews — are available when needed.

 Why Brookson 

• We get you set up right. No guessing which software to use or what needs recording. 
• We handle the key submissions. Your Self Assessment and required quarterly updates are prepared and filed for you.
• We keep things moving. Regular reviews mean no year-end scramble.
• We are here when you need us. Questions about expenses, tax changes, or your work situation? Talk to someone who understands. 
• We grow with you. If your income or tax affairs become more complex, you can step up to a more comprehensive Brookson service.

Ready to learn more?

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