Accounting That Keeps Construction Companies in Control
Company accounts, CIS, VAT, payroll and project cash flow — practical accounting support for established construction companies, including businesses with £1m+ turnover, across Sheffield and South Yorkshire.
A Finance Team for £1m+ Construction Companies
When you are managing multiple jobs, people, materials and tight payment terms, the company numbers need to work as hard as the site team. We support established construction companies — including businesses with £1m+ turnover — with clear reporting, dependable compliance and practical commercial advice.
You lead the daily routine; we complete the agreed year-end work.
Shared support with regular reviews, VAT, CIS and cash-flow oversight.
A managed finance function for an agreed scope, team and reporting needs.
Company Support Built Around Construction
From tidy bookkeeping and VAT to CIS, payroll, company accounts and practical advice when you need it — choose support that gives your construction company more control. For £1m+ turnover businesses, we scope the right level of finance support around your team, jobs and reporting needs.
Do It Yourself
You lead the day-to-day finance routine
£300 monthly equivalent
- Statutory accounts & Company Tax Return for one limited company
- Year-end construction WIP, retentions & CIS review
- Annual director review
- Software workflow guidance
- Client keeps books, VAT, payroll & CIS day-to-day
- Software licences are not automatically included
Your role
You run the day-to-day records and submissions; we complete the agreed annual work and guide the workflow.
Do It With Us
Shared support with regular financial oversight
£600 monthly equivalent
- Statutory accounts & Company Tax Return for one limited company
- Quarterly bookkeeping reviews & reconciliation support
- Quarterly VAT preparation
- Monthly CIS returns for an agreed subcontractor count
- Quarterly management reports & cash-flow review
- Planned tax review
- Payroll available as an agreed add-on
Your role
You record day-to-day transactions and provide records and approvals; we review the work and deliver the agreed quarterly support.
Done For You
A managed finance function for an agreed scope
£1,200 monthly equivalent
- Statutory accounts & Company Tax Return for one limited company
- Monthly bookkeeping & bank reconciliations
- Supplier/customer ledgers & job-cost reporting
- Payroll for an agreed headcount
- Monthly management accounts
- Rolling cash-flow forecast & review
- VAT & CIS processing for agreed volumes
Your role
Your team supplies complete records and approves payments, accounts and tax submissions; we manage the agreed finance routine.
All company prices are starting rates and exclude VAT. Final pricing is agreed after a discovery call and reflects your turnover, project volume, payroll team, CIS activity and reporting needs. For companies with £1m+ turnover, we will provide a tailored scope and proposal.
Simple Monthly Support for Sole Traders
If you work for yourself, MTD means qualifying sole traders need to keep digital records and send information to HMRC through the year. We can handle your bookkeeping, quarterly submissions and annual tax return for one clear monthly fee.
Check when MTD for Income Tax may apply to you on GOV.UKMTD Essential
For sole traders who keep their own records
- Review of your bookkeeping records
- Quarterly MTD for Income Tax submissions
- Year-end finalisation
- Self Assessment tax return
- Basic tax reminders
- Email support
MTD Complete
The simple monthly option for busy business owners
- Bookkeeping completed by Tax by Sterling
- Quarterly MTD for Income Tax submissions
- Bank reconciliation
- Year-end accounts
- Self Assessment tax return
- Basic tax planning
- Email and telephone support
- Regular reminders for the information we need
- Standard bookkeeping transaction allowance applies
MTD Plus
For more activity, CIS or more involved records
- Everything in MTD Complete
- Higher bookkeeping transaction allowance applies
- CIS support where applicable
- More complex bookkeeping
- Additional accountant support
- Tax planning and ongoing guidance
These monthly prices are for a normal one-person or small sole-trader business. Bookkeeping transaction limits apply to packages that include bookkeeping. If your business has unusually high transaction volumes, CIS, more complex bookkeeping or extra support needs, we will provide a tailored quote before you start.
Are You Owed a CIS Tax Refund in Sheffield?
If you work as a subcontractor in the construction industry, your contractor deducts CIS tax from your payments at 20% (or 30% if you're not registered). At the end of the tax year, you may be entitled to a refund — and many subcontractors are owed more than they realise.
You could be owed a refund if:
- You work as a CIS subcontractor
- You have allowable business expenses (tools, travel, PPE, phone)
- You haven't claimed for previous tax years (up to 4 years back)
- Your contractor deducted tax at 20% or 30%
Start Your CIS Rebate Claim
Free, no-obligation assessment. We'll tell you exactly what you're owed.
Get MTD Ready
Tell us about your business and we'll recommend the right monthly MTD Accounting package for you.
MTD Accounting for Sole Traders in South Yorkshire
Your bookkeeping, quarterly MTD submissions and annual tax return — handled for one simple monthly fee. Whether you are just starting out or already busy on the tools, we keep the accounting side organised so you can focus on your trade.
Sole Trader or Limited Company?
Not sure which business structure is right for you? We'll help you understand the key differences and make the best choice for your situation.
Sole Trader
You are self-employed and run your business as an individual. All profits are yours, but you're personally liable for any business debts.
Tradespeople, contractors, consultants, and service providers starting out or with modest turnover
Limited Company
Your business is a separate legal entity. You're a director and shareholder. Personal liability is limited, and profits are taxed at company level.
Growing businesses, higher earners, and those seeking liability protection and tax efficiency
Not sure which is right for you?
Our team can review your specific situation and recommend the best structure to minimise your tax and maximise your take-home. Book a free consultation today.
Get Expert Guidance on Your Business Structure
Not sure whether to start as a sole trader or limited company? Our free consultation will help you understand the tax, legal, and financial implications of each option.
Startup Consultation Enquiry
Free advice on choosing the right business structure for you.
Why Get Advice?
Choosing the wrong business structure can cost you thousands in unnecessary tax and accounting fees. Our free consultation helps you make the right decision from day one.
Anna Buggey
Managing Director
With over two decades of professional practice behind her, Anna Buggey brings a level of expertise and authority that few in the industry can match. She has been practising since 2004 and running her own businesses ever since, giving her an intimate understanding of what it takes to build, sustain and grow a successful enterprise — from navigating HMRC compliance to making the strategic decisions that shape a company's future.
Her command of the construction industry is unrivalled — CIS compliance, contractor accounting, subcontractor rebates and complex project structures are her daily discipline. Yet her reach extends far beyond the building site. Anna has steered charities through governance challenges, advised tourism and hospitality ventures at board level, championed renewable energy projects, and guided ambitious entrepreneurs through high-stakes investments. She negotiates directly with tax authorities on an international level, securing the most favourable conditions for her clients with the precision and tenacity of a seasoned professional.
As Managing Director, Anna leads a small but mighty team with the same conviction that has defined her career: that rigorous expertise and genuine care are not mutually exclusive. Under her leadership, every client — from a sole trader filing their first return to a multi-site contractor managing complex CIS obligations — receives the same meticulous attention, strategic insight and unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible outcome.
About Tax by Sterling
Tax by Sterling was founded in August 2019 by Andrew Buggey, whose engineering background and sharp commercial instinct saw an opportunity to do things differently. With deep roots in sales and business development, Andrew built the firm on a principle he had carried through every venture: deliver exceptional results and the reputation will follow. Together with Anna as Managing Director, they have created something rare — a small, family-run accountancy practice that combines the rigour and professionalism of a top-tier firm with the warmth and accessibility of a trusted neighbour.
Based at Sterling Enterprise Centre in Sheffield, our small but mighty team looks after the local construction companies, sole traders and startups that are the backbone of our community. We know that behind every balance sheet is a family, a livelihood and a dream worth protecting. That responsibility drives everything we do — from the precision of our tax calculations to the care we take in understanding each client's unique circumstances. We celebrate your wins, we stand beside you through the tough times, and we never lose sight of the people behind the numbers.
We hold ourselves to the highest professional standards — CPAA Certified, Xero Certified Advisors and recognised FreeAgent Tax Practitioners. But what we are most proud of is the trust our clients place in us, the community we serve, and the lasting relationships we have built along the way. That is the Tax by Sterling difference — and it always will be.
What Our Clients Say
"Highly recommend! Couldn't ask for better accountants. Look no further than tax by sterling! I've used them for a few years now and will be for the foreseeable future. Your in safe hands."
"Worked with TBS for nearly 3 years now from when I set up my limited company and they have gone above and beyond what I expected, easy to work with always available would highly recommend."
"Just Ask is the best thing I've heard any accountant say and these guys always have an honest and clear answer. They've kept me on time, saved me money and helped me out with professional advice from day 1. Could not recommend high enough."
"You're in very safe and knowledgeable hands with tax by sterling. I have trusted them for years and will do for many more."
Book a Construction Company Discovery Call
Whether you are managing one busy job or a growing team, start with a free, no-obligation conversation. We will look at your company, CIS, VAT, payroll and bookkeeping needs, then recommend a sensible next step.
322 Manchester Road
Sheffield, S36 9NR
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