IR35 Compliance for Paignton Contractors
Your IR35 status, clear and protected.
If you work through a limited company in Paignton, IR35 could affect every contract you take on. Getting the determination wrong means a tax bill you were not expecting. Daniel is ACCA-qualified with 20 years of cross-sector experience, charges a fixed monthly fee, and replies the same day you ask.
- Know your IR35 status before signing the next contract
- Your working practices assessed against HMRC’s actual employment tests
- Contracts reviewed so your outside determination stands up to scrutiny
- Less HMRC correspondence landing on your desk unexpectedly
No long-term contract. If it is not working after three months, you leave with your IR35 paperwork in order and nothing owed.
Get a free IR35 quote
Fixed pricing. Same-day reply.
What our clients say
★★★★★
Turned Around Fast, No Corners Cut
“Daniel was extremely responsive, clear, and professional throughout. Turnaround was fast, and the work was done thoroughly and accurately.”
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Every Detail Explained Clearly
“He is the most amazing person, very professional, explaining every detail meticulously in order to finalise our accounts.”
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Self-Employed Tax, Off Our Plate
“Huge thanks to Daniel for helping ourselves with our taxes. Being self employed means we all have to do this ourselves which is just not possible on top of our work load.”
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Spoke Plain English Throughout
“Daniel was very helpful and patient with me when I had no clue what to do and spoke through everything with me and made it clear.”
Sound familiar?
Not sure if your contract puts you inside IR35?
Since the off-payroll working rules changed in 2021, the responsibility for determining IR35 status shifted to the end-client — and many apply a blanket inside determination rather than assessing each role properly. If that determination is wrong, or your working practices do not match your contract, you are the one carrying the risk. Most contractors do not find out until HMRC comes looking.
- ✕ Unsure whether your current contract genuinely sits outside IR35
- ✕ Your end-client issued an inside SDS without properly assessing your role
- ✕ Contract wording and day-to-day working practices are pulling in different directions
What a clear IR35 position looks like
Each engagement is assessed against HMRC’s actual employment status tests — substitution, control and mutuality of obligation. Your contract and working practices are reviewed together, not in isolation, so the determination reflects how the role actually works.
- ✓ Your IR35 status assessed against HMRC’s tests before you accept a contract
- ✓ End-client SDS challenged or supported with documented evidence where needed
- ✓ Contract and working practices aligned so your outside determination is defensible
- ✓ Fixed monthly fee agreed upfront — no hidden hourly rates when questions come up
What contractors say about working with Daniel
Contractors and self-employed professionals across Devon and the UK work with DG Accountancy because the answers come quickly and in plain English.
Huge thanks to Daniel for helping ourselves with our taxes! Being self employed means we all have to do this ourselves which is just not possible on top of our work load. Thanks again! We will be using you again!
Daniel was very helpful with my books and tax return. He offered great advise and insight in how to manage my books better and more efficiently. His knowledge in tax law and what can be used for expenses really helped with saving money where I could.
IR35 support that goes beyond a status check
A determination is only as strong as the evidence behind it. These are the three areas covered as part of ongoing IR35 support for contractors in Paignton.
IR35 Status Assessment
Each contract is assessed against the three core employment status tests HMRC applies — substitution, control and mutuality of obligation. You get a clear, written view of where the engagement sits and why, not just a yes or no.
Before you signContract and Practice Review
A contract that says outside IR35 is not enough on its own if the day-to-day reality tells a different story. Your working arrangements are reviewed alongside the contract so both point in the same direction.
Protects your positionOngoing Contractor Accounting
IR35 sits inside a broader picture — your limited company accounts, corporation tax, dividends, Self Assessment and payroll all need to reflect your status correctly. All compliance runs on a fixed monthly fee through Xero so nothing falls through the gaps.
Full compliance includedConsistently rated five stars across every engagement
Every review below is from a different client, covering different services. The consistency is not accidental — it reflects how the practice actually operates.
Fees Transparent, Turnaround Fast, Work Thorough
“Fees were transparent, turnaround was fast, and the work was done thoroughly and accurately. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Daniel to anyone needing reliable accountancy support, particularly where deadlines really matter.”
Absolutely Recommend For Any Accounts Matter
“Absolutely recommend Daniel for all and any accounts related matter. Would use his expertise again. He is the most amazing person, very professional, explaining every detail meticulously in order to finalise our accounts.”
Never Have To Worry About It
“Professional service. This company does my accounts every year and i never have to worry about it. Speedy as well. I am a very happy customer.”
What makes the difference for contractors
IR35 advice is only useful if it comes from someone who understands how contracting actually works — not just what the legislation says.
20 years across real industries
Daniel has worked inside airlines, construction, manufacturing and entertainment — sectors where contractor and employment distinctions have always mattered. That background means he already understands the working arrangements you are describing before you finish explaining them. You will not spend the call educating your accountant.
Answers the day you ask
IR35 questions rarely arrive at a convenient moment — a contract is on the table, the client wants a decision, and you need clarity now. DG Accountancy is known for fast replies and clear communication. You will not wait days for a simple determination question to be acknowledged.
Plain English, not legislation
IR35 case law and HMRC guidance are genuinely complex. What you need is a clear view of where you stand and what, if anything, to change — not a recitation of the legislation. Daniel explains your position in language that makes sense, so you can make the call with confidence.
Up and running in four straightforward steps
Most contractors are onboarded within a week. The process is designed to take as little of your time as possible.
Book a free discovery call
You talk through your current contracts, your limited company set-up, and whether you have had any IR35 determinations issued. No sales pitch — just an honest conversation about what you need and whether we are the right fit.
Receive your fixed-fee quote
You get a clear, written quote covering exactly what is included. Everything is agreed upfront, so there are no surprise invoices when an IR35 question comes up mid-contract.
Onboarding and cloud setup
Your Xero account is set up or tidied, bank feeds are connected, and any historical records are brought into order. Most clients are fully onboarded within a week and need to do very little themselves.
Compliance handled, status protected
Your IR35 position is documented, your accounts run on time, and you have an accountant who picks up the phone when a new contract lands. Which is, frankly, the way it should work.
“Excellent service providing financial accounts for probate. Quick, efficient and friendly. Would highly recommend.”
What contractors usually ask first
Do you understand how IR35 actually works in practice, not just on paper?
Yes — and the distinction matters. IR35 status depends on the reality of the working relationship, not just what the contract says. Daniel assesses each engagement against the three tests HMRC applies in practice: substitution, control and mutuality of obligation. If your working arrangements and your contract are telling different stories, that is identified and addressed before it becomes a problem.
What does IR35 support cost and what is included?
Pricing depends on your limited company structure, the services required and how active your contracting is. Limited company packages start from £79 per month, with a 50% discount for the first three months. IR35 status assessments, contract reviews and ongoing compliance are discussed at the discovery call so you receive a written quote covering exactly what is included before committing to anything.
My books are behind and my contracts have never been reviewed. Is that a problem?
It is a starting point, not a barrier. Catch-up bookkeeping and a review of historical contracts and determinations are a normal part of onboarding. The cost and timeframe for getting up to date will be included in your quote upfront — there are no surprise invoices once work begins.
Is there a minimum contract or lock-in period?
No. There is no minimum term. If the relationship is not working after a few months, you leave with your records in order and nothing outstanding. Most clients stay because the service is useful, not because the contract makes leaving awkward.
My end-client has issued an inside IR35 SDS. Can that be challenged?
It can be, though the process depends on the client and the contract. Since April 2021, end-clients in the private sector are required to use a client-led disagreement process when a determination is disputed. Daniel can help you build the evidential case for your working arrangements and guide you through the formal challenge — whether that results in a changed determination or informs your decision about whether to accept the contract.
If I am genuinely outside IR35, how should my limited company be structured to be tax efficient?
Outside IR35, you retain flexibility over how income is drawn — typically a combination of salary and dividends that minimises your overall tax position. The right split depends on your income level, personal circumstances and whether you have other income streams. Daniel reviews this annually as part of ongoing support so your structure remains sensible as your contracting income changes.
Stop guessing your IR35 position. Get it confirmed.
A free discovery call takes thirty minutes. You will leave knowing your IR35 status, what needs to change if anything, and exactly what ongoing support would cost. No obligation.