CIS Returns — Contractors & Subcontractors
Your CIS returns, filed and done.
Monthly CIS deadlines, subcontractor verification, deduction rates — it adds up quickly on top of actually running a construction business. DG Accountancy handles your CIS returns, tracks what HMRC owes you, and keeps you on the right side of the scheme. Fixed monthly fee, ACCA-qualified, and questions answered the day you ask them.
- Monthly CIS returns filed before the 19th, every month
- CIS deductions tracked so you reclaim what you are owed
- Subcontractor verification handled — correct rates applied first time
- Fixed fee agreed upfront, no surprise bills at year end
No long-term contract. If it is not working after three months, you leave with tidy records and nothing owed.
Get a free CIS quote
Fixed pricing. Same-day reply.
What our clients say
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Fast Turnaround, No Corners Cut
“Fees were transparent, turnaround was fast, and the work was done thoroughly and accurately.”
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Every Detail Explained Clearly
“Very professional, explaining every detail meticulously in order to finalise our accounts. A huge thank you Daniel.”
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Better Value Than Other Accountants
“His rates are extremely good compared to some other accountants out there and I get more for my money.”
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Patient When You Have No Idea
“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?
CIS admin piling up while you are on site?
The Construction Industry Scheme is one of the more demanding compliance regimes HMRC runs. Monthly return deadlines, subcontractor verification, deduction rate disputes — and that is before you think about reclaiming deductions through your tax return. Most contractors either lose track or miss something quietly, and the penalties for late CIS returns start at £100 per month.
- ✕ Monthly CIS returns filed late or missed entirely, triggering HMRC penalties
- ✕ CIS deductions not being reclaimed, leaving your own money sitting with HMRC
- ✕ Subcontractors paid at the wrong rate because verification was not done properly
What sorted looks like
When the CIS compliance is handled properly, you know where you stand each month, your deductions come back rather than sitting forgotten, and HMRC correspondence stops being something to dread.
- ✓ CIS returns submitted before the 19th deadline, every single month
- ✓ CIS deductions tracked and reclaimed through your Self Assessment or Corporation Tax return
- ✓ Subcontractors verified with HMRC — correct deduction rates applied, documented and filed
- ✓ Fixed monthly fee — everything agreed upfront, no end-of-year surprises
What clients say about working with Daniel
Construction accounting has real deadlines and real penalties. These are the people who have had both handled without fuss.
I worked with Daniel at DG Accountancy to review and sign off my sole trader accounts for a time-sensitive mortgage application, and the service was excellent. Daniel was extremely responsive, clear, and professional throughout. He understood exactly what the lender required, turned everything around very quickly without cutting corners. Communication was straightforward and reassuring, which made a potentially stressful part of the mortgage process much easier. 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.
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.
Everything your CIS compliance requires
From the monthly return to the year-end reclaim, the CIS obligations are handled — so you can focus on the work that actually pays.
Monthly CIS Returns Filed
Your contractor CIS return is submitted to HMRC before the 19th of each month, without exception. Deductions are recorded, payment and deduction statements issued to subcontractors, and everything kept in order for year-end. No chasing, no missed deadlines, no penalty notices.
Included as standardCIS Deduction Reclaims
If you operate as a subcontractor, the CIS deductions your contractors take from your invoices are tracked and recovered through your Self Assessment or Corporation Tax return. Many subcontractors leave significant overpayments with HMRC simply because the reclaim process was never set up properly. That is handled here.
Reclaim what you are owedSubcontractor Verification and Rates
Before paying any subcontractor, HMRC requires you to verify them and apply the correct deduction rate — 20%, 30% or gross. Getting this wrong creates liability for the contractor. Each subcontractor is verified through HMRC’s system and the correct rate applied and documented from the outset.
Correct rates, first timeConsistent results across different clients
From sole traders to limited company directors, the feedback points to the same things: fast replies, clear explanations, and no surprises.
Taxes Handled When Workload Made It Impossible
“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!”
Quick, Efficient and Friendly Throughout
“Excellent service providing financial accounts for probate. Quick, efficient and friendly. Would highly recommend.”
Fantastic Service, No Hesitation Recommending
“Fantastic service provided. Thank you.”
Why construction clients choose to work with Daniel
There are plenty of accountants who will file a CIS return. Fewer who understand what the scheme actually costs a working contractor, and fewer still who will explain it clearly.
Construction is not a new sector
Daniel’s 20 years of cross-sector experience includes construction — which means the CIS scheme, domestic reverse charge VAT, and the overlap between contractor and subcontractor roles are familiar territory rather than something to look up. You will not be explaining how the scheme works before getting a useful answer.
Deadlines are tracked, not chased
The 19th of each month is not negotiable with HMRC. The CIS return goes in on time because the process is built that way — not because someone remembered at the last minute. Penalties for missed returns start at £100 per month; that is a straightforward thing to avoid when the system is set up properly.
Plain English on a complex scheme
CIS sits alongside PAYE, VAT and Corporation Tax in ways that are genuinely confusing, particularly for growing contractors. Daniel explains what applies to your situation, what you owe, and what you can reclaim — without the jargon wall. Questions get answered the day you ask them.
Up and running in four straightforward steps
Most contractors are fully onboarded within a week. The process is designed to take as little of your time as possible.
Book a free discovery call
A short conversation about your business — whether you are a contractor, a subcontractor, or both, your current CIS setup, and what is or is not working. No sales pitch. Just a clear picture of what you need.
Receive your fixed-fee quote
You will get a written quote that sets out exactly what is included and what it costs each month. Everything agreed upfront — no hourly rates, no end-of-year invoices for work you did not know was being done.
Onboarding and cloud setup
Xero is set up or tidied up, bank feeds connected, and existing CIS records brought into order. If there is a backlog of unfiled returns, that is discussed and quoted separately at the outset. Most clients are fully set up within a week.
Compliance handled, questions answered
Your monthly CIS returns go in on time, deductions are tracked, and you get plain-English answers to questions as they come up. The parts of running a construction business that involve HMRC become considerably less of a concern.
“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. A huge thank you Daniel.”
Common questions about CIS returns
Do you handle both the contractor side and the subcontractor side of CIS?
Yes. If you are a contractor, monthly CIS returns are filed, subcontractors are verified and payment and deduction statements issued. If you are a subcontractor, the CIS deductions withheld from your invoices are tracked and reclaimed through your Self Assessment or Corporation Tax return. Many businesses operate on both sides of the scheme simultaneously, which is also handled without issue.
What does CIS accounting cost and what is included?
Pricing depends on whether you need contractor CIS returns, subcontractor reclaim support, or both, and how many subcontractors are involved. Everything is fixed monthly, agreed in writing upfront — no hourly rates, no end-of-year invoices for things you did not know were being charged. A free quote sets out exactly what is included before you commit to anything.
My CIS returns are behind and my records are in a mess. Can you still help?
Yes, and it is not an unusual situation. Unfiled returns and disorganised records are assessed as part of onboarding, and a catch-up scope and cost are agreed upfront before work begins. HMRC late-filing penalties can often be reduced or appealed with a reasonable excuse — that is something worth discussing if returns have been missed for a period.
Am I locked into a long-term contract?
No. There is no minimum term and no exit penalty. If the arrangement is not working, you give notice and leave with tidy, up-to-date records. The aim is that you stay because the service is worth it, not because the contract makes leaving difficult.
How does CIS interact with the domestic reverse charge for VAT?
For most construction services, VAT is now accounted for under the domestic reverse charge — meaning the customer accounts for VAT rather than the supplier charging it. This sits alongside CIS rather than replacing it, and getting the two right simultaneously is something contractors frequently find confusing. Both are handled as part of an ongoing engagement, and the interaction is explained clearly rather than left for you to piece together.
How much CIS tax can I reclaim and when will I see it back?
The amount depends on how much was deducted during the tax year and what your overall tax liability is. If the deductions exceed what you owe, HMRC refunds the difference — either through your Self Assessment repayment or, for limited companies, offset against your Corporation Tax liability. Reclaims are submitted as early as possible after the tax year ends to minimise the time your money sits with HMRC.
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Fixed monthly fee, ACCA-qualified accountant, and monthly CIS returns filed on time. A free quote sets out exactly what is included — no commitment required.