Accounting Built for the Construction Industry
CIS rebates, self-assessment, bookkeeping and full accounting services — tailored specifically for construction companies, subcontractors and sole traders across Sheffield and South Yorkshire.
Specialist Construction Accountants in Sheffield
Running a construction business comes with unique financial challenges — CIS compliance, subcontractor payments, VAT on materials, and fluctuating cash flow. We understand the industry inside out and provide accounting services that keep you compliant and profitable.
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.
Sole Trader Enquiry Form
Tell us about your business and we'll recommend the right package for you.
Sole Trader Accountants in South Yorkshire
Whether you're a sole trader just starting out or an established professional, we make tax simple. From self-assessment returns to bookkeeping and VAT, we handle the numbers so you can focus on your trade.
Choose the Level of Support That's Right for You
All prices are starting rates and exclude VAT. For sole traders with turnover over £50,000 per annum. Final pricing depends on the complexity of your business. Book a free consultation for a tailored quote.
Do It Yourself
You're in control
- Access to our accounting software
- Step-by-step guidance documents
- HMRC submission checklists
- Email support (response within 48hrs)
- Annual review meeting
- Self-assessment filing tools
Do It With Us
We work together
- Everything in Do It Yourself
- Dedicated account manager
- Quarterly review calls
- Bookkeeping support
- VAT return preparation
- Priority email & phone support
- Tax planning advice
Done For You
We handle everything
- Everything in Do It With Us
- Full bookkeeping service
- Monthly management accounts
- Payroll management
- CIS contractor/subcontractor management
- HMRC correspondence handled
- Year-end accounts & filing
- Unlimited support
All prices are starting rates and exclude VAT. A tailored quote will be provided after your free consultation.
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 Your Free Consultation in Sheffield
Not sure which service is right for you? Get in touch for a free, no-obligation consultation. We'll assess your situation and recommend the best approach to minimise your tax and maximise your take-home.
322 Manchester Road
Sheffield, S36 9NR
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