The contractor accountant built for UK limited companies, by contractors.
Full-service contractor accountancy for UK limited company directors — bookkeeping, VAT returns, director payroll, Corporation Tax, Self Assessment, and Companies House filings — all included, all done for you. Built for PSC contractors in IT, engineering, medical locum, consultancy and creative work.
While other contractor accountants charge £120–£159 per month, AutoBooks charges £89+VAT/month for the same limited company accountancy service.
Because we only do one thing. And we do it better.
Simple as 1, 2, 3
Setting up contractor accountancy shouldn't be complicated. No PhD in accounting required.
Book a Free Call
20 minutes, no obligation. We learn about your limited company and contracting situation — including your IR35 position — and confirm which package fits.
We Do Your Books
Monthly bookkeeping, quarterly VAT returns, director payroll, annual accounts, CT600 Corporation Tax return, and your Self Assessment — all sorted by your dedicated contractor accountant.
You Focus on Contracting
Clean books. Filed returns. Peace of mind. You get on with the work that actually pays.
Everything your limited company needs.
Nothing it doesn't.
One price, zero surprises. All the contractor accountancy your PSC actually needs — Corporation Tax, Self Assessment, VAT, payroll, Companies House — and none of the multi-employee or retail extras that inflate other accountants' fees.
- ✓Monthly bookkeeping — we actually do it
- ✓Annual accounts & Corporation Tax return
- ✓VAT returns — quarterly, on time, every time
- ✓Director's SA100 Self Assessment
- ✓Monthly payroll & bank reconciliation
- ✓Cloud accounting software included
- ✓Dedicated client manager — one person, always
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Built by someone
who's lived it.
Our founder Chris spent 30 years as a UK limited company contractor across IT, finance, media, transport and utilities — filing his own Corporation Tax returns, dealing with IR35, and paying accountants who didn't understand contracting.
When he started contracting through his first limited company in 1996 he was paying around £40 a month for contractor accountancy. Today that same package from mainstream contractor accountants costs £135. More than a 200% increase in under 30 years — way above inflation, and way above what a one-director PSC actually costs to run.
He only ever needed a screwdriver, but was charged for the full toolbox. So we built the service we always wished existed.
Read Chris's Story →Why you can trust us
30 Years as a Contractor
IT contractor, finance contractor, media, transport and utilities. We've lived exactly where you are — through IR35 reforms, dividend tax changes, and every Corporation Tax rate since 1996.
AATQB Qualified Bookkeeper
Qualified, accredited, and experienced in UK contractor accountancy for limited company directors.
CII Qualified Mortgage Broker
CF1 and CF6 qualified. Specialist mortgage advice for UK contractors on day rates — no fees, ever.
Contractors. Always.
One client type: UK limited company contractors. Done brilliantly.
Who's behind AutoBooks?
Founded by Chris — 20 years contracting through his own limited company across government, retail, media, and financial services. AutoBooks works exclusively for UK PSC contractors and freelancers operating through a limited company. About us →
Exclusively for one-director UK limited companies — IT contractors, engineering contractors, freelance consultants, interim managers, medical locums, and creative professionals operating through their own PSC. We don't serve landlords, construction firms, retailers or multi-employee businesses — which is why we can offer contractor accountancy at £89/month.
Everything a UK limited company contractor needs: monthly bookkeeping, annual accounts, CT600 Corporation Tax return, Companies House confirmation statement, director's SA100 Self Assessment, quarterly VAT returns, monthly director payroll, bank reconciliation and cloud accounting software. All for £89+VAT/month.
Everything in Gold, plus £1m PI and PL insurance included, and fee-free specialist contractor mortgage advice. At £99+VAT/month, the £10 upgrade typically pays for itself through the insurance saving alone.
No long-term contracts. Rolling monthly — cancel with 30 days' notice at any time. All monthly packages include a 30-day money-back guarantee.
After your onboarding call we're typically up and running within 48 hours. We handle migration from your existing contractor accountant, register as your HMRC agent, and take over Companies House and payroll — you don't need to do anything.
Free guides for UK limited company contractors and PSC directors
Do I need an accountant?
Seven statutory obligations, the true cost of DIY mistakes, and whether an accountant pays for itself.
Pension contributions through your Ltd
The most tax-efficient way to extract profits — and reduce your corporation tax bill.
Professional indemnity insurance
Do you need PII? How much cover, what it costs, and what else your Ltd should have.
Confirmation statement guide
What it is, when it's due, how to file it, and what happens if you miss it.
Take-home pay calculator
Enter your day rate and see your exact salary, dividends, tax and net income for 2025/26 and 2026/27.
Ready to never think about your contractor accountancy again?
Book a free 20-minute call with a contractor accountant. No pressure, no sales pitch, just honest advice from someone who's contracted through a limited company for 30 years.