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Self-Employed & Sole Traders

Working for yourself means you’re responsible for your own tax. We keep that simple: the right records, the right claims, and no surprises when the bill arrives.

Who this is for

  • Sole traders and freelancers in Ireland
  • Tradespeople, consultants, contractors and professionals working for themselves
  • People who have started trading and haven’t yet registered or filed
  • Self-employed people who aren’t sure what expenses they can claim

What we do

  • Prepare accounts and your income tax return
  • Advise on which business expenses are likely to be allowable
  • Calculate and explain preliminary tax so it doesn’t catch you out
  • Talk through whether VAT is something you need to think about
  • Advise on keeping simple, usable records through the year

What to have ready

  • A summary of your income and expenses for the period
  • Bank statements or a basic record of sales and costs
  • Details of anything you’re unsure about claiming

You don’t need all of this to make an enquiry. Your first message doesn’t ask for a PPS number or financial detail.

Common questions

What can I claim as an expense?

Generally, costs incurred wholly and exclusively for the business. The detail matters, and depends on what you do. We’ll go through your own costs and tell you what we’d expect to be allowable.

I’m behind with my records. Can you still help?

Yes. We can work from what you have and tell you what else is needed. If returns are overdue, see our catch-up service.

Do you offer bookkeeping?

We’re reviewing what we offer for bookkeeping. If it matters to you, mention it in your enquiry.