I'm self-employed or a sole trader
You earn the income, do the work and deal with the admin. Get support with records, business costs and your personal tax return, with a clear plan for what needs to happen next.
You know your world.
We take time to understand it.
From your first invoice to your next big decision, the right accounting support starts with how you work.
We help sole traders, company directors and people across a range of sectors make sense of their accounts, organise the paperwork and plan their next step. Find your starting point below.
Your first chat is completely free. No obligation to join.
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Whatever stage you're at, you deserve to understand your finances. Choose the route that feels closest to you. We can help you work out the details together.
You earn the income, do the work and deal with the admin. Get support with records, business costs and your personal tax return, with a clear plan for what needs to happen next.
Your company has its own accounts and responsibilities, alongside your position as a director. Discuss company accounts, tax, payroll and the ongoing support that fits your business.
Starting out, taking on staff or finding a better way to keep on top of the figures? Tell us what is changing and where you would value some help.
You don't need to pick the perfect category. Tell us how you earn and what you'd like help with.
A busy kitchen, a building site and a home studio have different rhythms. These pages explain the support we can discuss for your working world.
Project income can arrive unevenly while the admin keeps coming. We help you organise records, understand the accounts and prepare for the returns you need to complete.
Start with: “How do I keep the paperwork manageable while I focus on my clients?”
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Contract work and construction businesses can involve different responsibilities. Tell us whether you work on your own, subcontract, employ a team or run a company so we can discuss the right service.
Start with: “Which records, deductions and returns do I need help with?”
Customers, suppliers and staff all need your attention. Discuss a practical routine for your records, payroll, VAT and accounts, based on the services your business needs.
Start with: “Can someone help me understand the figures behind a busy trading week?”
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Seasonal income, equipment and family business plans need a conversation that takes the full picture into account. Talk to us about the records and accounting support your farming business needs.
Start with: “How can we organise the accounts around the way our farm operates?”
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A rental property and a property company can raise different questions. Explain how you own and use the property, what income you receive and what you are planning next.
Start with: “What information do you need to help with my property accounts and tax?”
Explore property accounting →
Platform statements, collaborations and creative costs can leave you with plenty to sort through. Get a professional conversation about your income, records and the accounting support you need.
Start with: “How do I turn my platform income and costs into organised records?”
Explore creator & OnlyFans accounting →Your business doesn't have to fit neatly into a box. If you work across sectors or don't see yours here, tell us about it and we'll discuss whether Swift is the right fit.
You may already know your business type and simply want help with one particular job. These links take you straight to the relevant service.
| What you're thinking | What we can discuss | Explore the service |
|---|---|---|
| “I need help with my tax return.” | The information needed, the work involved and the dates that apply to you. | Self Assessment → |
| “Payroll is taking too much time.” | Your team, payroll timetable and the tasks you would like us to handle. | Payroll services → |
| “I'd like support with VAT.” | Your records, existing VAT position and the return support you need. | VAT returns → |
| “I want to think ahead.” | Your plans and the information needed to review the relevant tax considerations. | Tax planning → |
| “My question is about personal tax.” | Your income, circumstances and the area you would like explained. | Personal tax support → |
We'll agree which services are suitable, what is included and the fee before any paid work begins.
Room to ask a question. Clear communication. Support as your business changes. These are some of the things clients have mentioned about working with Swift.
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Choosing an accountant should give you more clarity. Here's how we begin.
Explain your business, how you earn and what is taking up your time. Mention any approaching deadlines or changes you're planning.
We discuss the services that fit, the records we need and the fee. You can ask questions about the scope before deciding.
If you join, we agree your point of contact, how to share documents and the work ahead. Switching? We can request the relevant records with your permission.
Phone, video or an in-person meeting by arrangement. Tell us what works for you.
Here are answers to some practical questions about who we help and how we work.
We work with sole traders, limited companies, small businesses and people in a range of sectors, including freelance work, contracting, construction, hospitality, agriculture, property and content creation. Tell us about your situation so we can discuss whether our services fit.
Yes. The first conversation can cover how you intend to work, what records you will need and the support that may be useful. We will explain the proposed service and fee before any paid work begins.
Either is a useful starting point. Business type describes how you operate, while your industry helps explain the work you do. A freelancer might be a sole trader or have a limited company. You can explore both routes and discuss the details with us.
Get in touch and explain what you do, how you earn and what you need help with. We will discuss the work involved and whether Swift is the right fit, including any specialist support your situation may require.
Tell us about each activity at the start. We can discuss the accounting and personal tax support needed for the different parts of your situation, and make clear what the quote includes.
No. Remote working lets us support clients through calls, video meetings and the client portal. If you want to meet in person, contact us to agree the location and arrangements.
Yes. With your permission, we can request relevant records from your previous accountant and agree the handover. We will check any approaching deadlines and clarify who is handling work already in progress.
Tell us what you currently use and how you keep your records. We will discuss compatibility, access and any changes needed before agreeing the service. Software subscriptions and setup work should be clear in your quote.
We can provide a fixed-fee quote for an agreed scope of work. The price depends on your business, the services required and the condition of your records. We explain payment arrangements and any work that would be charged separately.
Explain what is missing, which periods are involved and whether there are any urgent dates. We will discuss the catch-up work, the information needed and a realistic timescale, with the fee agreed before proceeding.
Our personal tax services may be the right starting point. Tell us about your income and the question you want to resolve. We can discuss the appropriate support without you needing to choose a business category.
Yes. Your first chat is completely free and there is no obligation to become a client. It gives us a chance to understand what you need and explain possible next steps. Any paid work is agreed separately.
Your business matters to you. That's where our conversation begins.
You don't need perfect records or all the right words. Tell us what you do and what you'd like to make easier. We'll explain the options in plain English.
Completely free first chat. No obligation to become a client.
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Tell us what you need help with. We’ll call you to understand your situation, explain how we can help and agree the next steps.
