Sole Trader Accountants
Straightforward support for self-employed business owners
Being a sole trader means wearing a lot of hats. You’re running the business, doing the work, finding the clients — and somehow trying to stay on top of the tax too.
Whether you’re newly self-employed, have been trading for years, or just want things to feel less stressful, you deserve an accountant who makes tax simple and manageable.
At BAS Associates, we support sole traders with clear, practical accountancy — without the jargon, judgement, or surprise bills.
Accounting. Without the Stress.
We help sole traders feel confident about their tax and finances.
That means:
· No panic when the self-assessment deadline approaches
· No confusion over what you can and can’t claim
· No worrying whether you’ve set enough aside for tax
Just friendly, expert support that keeps you compliant, organised, and in control – all year round, not just in January.
What BAS Offers… Everything you need as a Sole Trader
We provide all the accountancy and tax support sole traders need, whether you want to stay hands-on or hand everything over.
Our sole trader services include:
Self-assessment tax returns
Income tax & National Insurance calculations
Bookkeeping support (paper, spreadsheet, or software)
Expense guidance and record-keeping support
VAT registration & returns (where applicable)
Cash flow support and forecasting
MTD (Making Tax Digital) setup & compliance
Xero setup, training & ongoing support
All covered under one fixed monthly fee, so you always know where you stand and can ask questions whenever you need to.
Why BAS Associates?
Because we understand sole traders and we treat every client with the same care and attention.
Friendly
approachable, and easy to talk to
Fixed-fees
with no hidden costs
ACCA-accredited
ACCA-accredited team with decades of experience
Clients
Across every sector, locally and throughout the UK
Full-service support
Support that fits around how you work
Our sole trader clients stay with us because they feel supported, informed, and never judged – whether they’re just starting out or well established.
Accountants for Sole Traders – we fit around you
No two sole traders work the same way and that’s exactly how it should be.
Some of our clients drop off a folder once a year. Others want help throughout the year with bookkeeping, cash flow, and planning ahead.
However you work, we’ll adapt our support to suit you giving you peace of mind that your accounts and tax is handled properly and on time.
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Sole Traders
MTD is changing how sole traders report their income and many people are understandably unsure what this means for them.
We’ll help you:
- EUnderstand whether MTD applies to you
- ESet up simple, compliant digital records
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EChoose the right software (or let us manage it for you)
No complicated systems. No pressure. Just clear guidance and practical support.
What our clients say
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Ready to feel supported?
Whether you’re newly self-employed or have been trading for years, we’ll make sure your tax and accounts are handled with care so you can focus on running your business, not worrying about HMRC.
Or take a look at our Free Guide for Sole Traders, designed to help you understand your tax responsibilities and feel more in control.