Self assessment accountant

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AAT QUALIFIED SELF ASSESSMENT ACCOUNTANT

Your self assessment return, handled personally

I file self assessment tax returns for sole traders, freelancers and contractors across the UK, making sure every allowable expense is claimed and every deadline is met.

You deal directly with me, Luke Jackson FMAAT, at a fixed fee with no surprises and no junior staff handling your file.

★★★★★Google Review

“Would 100% recommend, is always polite, professional and helpful! His knowledge has been a saving grace many times.”

Sally Radford · verified client
Luke Jackson FMAAT, self assessment accountant at Anchor Accounts and Books, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire
7+ years of practice experience
AAT Level 4 qualified (FMAAT)
5/5 Google rating across all reviews
Same-day responses guaranteed
QuickBooks ProAdvisor and FreeAgent Partner

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Answer five quick questions and get a personalised next step based on your situation.

WHAT I DO

What I handle on your behalf

From gathering your income and expenses to submitting the final return to HMRC, I take care of the whole process for you.

01

Self Assessment Tax Return Preparation and Filing

I prepare and file your self assessment return with HMRC, working through your income from self-employment, PAYE, rental or dividends. Every allowable expense is reviewed so nothing is left on the table. You tell me what you earned and spent, and I do the rest.

Core service
02

Tax Planning and Allowances Review

Before I file, I look at whether your current setup is tax-efficient. That means checking you are claiming correctly for things like use of home, mileage, equipment and professional costs. If there are straightforward adjustments worth making, I will tell you in plain English.

Included as standard
03

Making Tax Digital (MTD) Compliance and Cloud Setup

MTD for Income Tax is being phased in from April 2026 for sole traders and landlords with qualifying income above certain thresholds. I can tell you whether you are affected, when your obligations kick in, and set up the right cloud software so you are ready without a last-minute rush. I work with QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Xero and Sage.

MTD ready
WHY IT WORKS

Why clients come back every year

These are the practical differences that matter when you hand over your tax return to someone else.

You always speak to the person doing your accounts

There are no junior staff at Anchor Accounts and Books. When you call or message, you speak to me directly. That means you get a straight answer rather than waiting for someone to pass a message along.

A fixed fee with no invoice surprises

You know what you are paying before we start. There are no hourly rates, no hidden extras for follow-up questions, and no retrospective charges if your return takes longer than expected. One fee, agreed upfront.

Fast answers when you actually need them

I aim to respond the same day. If you get a letter from HMRC, or you are not sure whether something is deductible, you do not have to wait days to find out. That kind of access matters most when tax season gets stressful.

FROM CLIENTS I WORK WITH

What clients say

★★★★★

“I have used Luke for my last two returns. He always replies to my questions promptly, and fits our meetings around my working hours. I couldn’t recommend him more highly.”

D.I.
Barbershop Owner
★★★★★

“Really helpful and professional. Always happy to answer any questions I have. Would highly recommend.”

Sam Chadwick
Verified Google Review
★★★★★

“Luke is a very friendly, polite and diligent accountant. I would not hesitate to recommend him.”

Olivia Coy
Verified Google Review
GETTING STARTED

How it works

Four straightforward steps from first contact to a filed return.

01

Book a free call

We have a short, no-obligation call so I can understand your situation. You tell me roughly what your income looks like, and I confirm what I will need from you. No jargon, no sales pitch.

02

Send me your figures

I give you a clear list of exactly what to send. Bank statements, invoices, expense records, P60s. You do not need everything to be perfectly organised. Send what you have and I will ask if anything is missing.

03

I prepare your return

I work through your income and expenses, apply the correct allowances and prepare a draft return for you to review. I flag anything worth your attention in plain language before you approve it.

04

Filed and confirmed

Once you are happy, I submit the return to HMRC and send you written confirmation. You will know exactly what you owe, when it is due and what to do next. That is the full job done.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Common questions

You can file your own return, and many people do. The question is whether it costs you more to do it yourself, in time, stress and missed deductions, than it would to hand it over. If your income situation is straightforward and you are confident with the rules, self-filing is reasonable. If you are claiming business expenses, have multiple income sources or are unsure about what is allowable, an accountant tends to pay for itself.
Most people I work with do not have perfectly organised records. Send me what you have and I will work through it. Bank statements, a rough list of expenses, invoices saved in a folder, even photos of receipts. I have seen all sorts. The important thing is to start, not to wait until everything is perfect.
MTD for Income Tax is a change to the way self-employed people and landlords report income to HMRC. If your qualifying income was over 50,000 in the 2024 to 2025 tax year, you are required to use MTD from 6 April 2026. Lower income thresholds follow in later years. I can check whether it applies to you and set up the right software if it does.
Fees depend on how complex your return is. I work on fixed fees agreed before we start, so there are no surprises at the end. The quickest way to get an accurate figure is to book a free call and tell me a bit about your income. Most sole trader returns are more affordable than people expect, particularly when you factor in the time and stress saved.