CIS Accountants
for Contractors & Subcontractors

Construction One Accountants

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Are you a contractor or subcontractor struggling with CIS?

Here are the most common headaches we help take off your hands - do any of these sound familiar?

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Subcontractors

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Subcontractor unsure if claiming all allowable CIS expenses
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CIS accountant helping subcontractors reduce excessive deductions and improve cash flow

Not sure if you’re claiming all the expenses you’re entitled to?

Cash flow issues because too much CIS is being deducted?

Waiting too long for your accountant to process your refund?

Not sure if you can register for gross payment status?

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Contractor spending hours each month filing CIS returns and paperwork
Contractor paying accountant but still facing CIS penalties or delays
Contractor unsure about paying subcontractors correctly under CIS scheme
CIS accountant helping contractors track subcontractor deductions efficiently

Contractors

Spending hours every month filing monthly CIS returns?

Paying an accountant but still ending up with penalties/ delays?

Drowning in paperwork keeping track of deductions?

Unsure if you’re paying subcontractors correctly under CIS?

What you’ll get from us

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Expert CIS accountants

Our team specialises in the Construction Industry Scheme. We understand the unique challenges contractors and subcontractors face, from verifying workers to handling deductions and compliance.
With us, you get accurate CIS management
that keeps HMRC off your back.

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Proactive support

We don’t just crunch numbers. We give you
practical advice to improve cash flow, reduce
tax, and plan ahead with confidence. Our
proactive approach means you get answers
before problems arise, leaving you free to
focus on running your business.

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Quick processing

Don’t wait months for your refund or stress over missed deadlines. We process CIS returns and
personal tax returns quickly, so you get your
money faster and avoid penalties. Speed and efficiency are built into everything we do for your business.

How it works to join us

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Choose your service

Whether you’re a subcontractor needing
a personal tax return or a contractor requiring multiple services, select from
the below to get started.

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Get your quote

Subcontractors can complete a form for
a tailored quote. Contractors can book
a call so we can review what services
you require and give you a quote.

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Seamless handover

If you come onboard, we'll contact
your existing accountant and transfer
everything across, so you can get
started without the hassle.

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What work is covered under CIS?

CIS covers most construction work to either a permanent or temporary building or structure, or civil engineering work like roads and bridges.

Site preparation and clearance

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Construction and erection of buildings

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Installation of heating and power systems

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Site cleaning after construction work

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Flooring and tiling

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Providing site access works

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Repairs and decorating

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Installation of water and drainage systems

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Civil engineering works

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Excavation

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Demolition and dismantling

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Alterations to buildings

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Installation of ventilation and air conditioning

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Plastering and carpentry

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Roofing and cladding

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Do you need to register for CIS?

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CIS accountant explaining why subcontractors benefit from registering for CIS
Unregistered CIS subcontractor having 30 percent deducted from payments
Registered CIS subcontractor paying reduced 20 percent deduction under the scheme

Subcontractors

Subcontractors don’t have to register, but it’s usually in their best interest.

If you don’t register, contractors will deduct 30% from payments.

If you do register, the deduction is reduced to 20%.

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Non-construction business spending over £3 million on construction within 12 months must register for CIS
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Contractors

You must register as a contractor if:

You hire subcontractors to carry out construction work on your behalf, or

You’re not in the construction industry, but you spend more than £3m on construction within any 12 month period.