CIS Returns — Construction Accountants
Your CIS returns, filed correctly every month.
The Construction Industry Scheme has a hard monthly deadline — the 19th — and the rules around deduction rates, subcontractor verification, and reclaiming what you are owed catch a lot of contractors and subcontractors out. Fixed monthly fee, ACCA-qualified, and questions answered the same day you ask them.
- Monthly CIS returns filed before the 19th, without chasing you
- Correct deduction rates applied — gross, standard, or higher status
- CIS deductions you have suffered reclaimed through Self Assessment or Corporation Tax
- Subcontractor verification handled — no incorrect deductions applied
Initial conversations are free and without pressure. If it is not working after three months, you leave with tidy records and nothing owed.
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Sound familiar?
CIS is straightforward — until it catches you out.
The monthly return cycle, subcontractor verification, gross payment status applications, and deduction rate changes all add up. Miss the 19th and there is a penalty. Apply the wrong rate and HMRC will want an explanation. And if you are a subcontractor, the deductions taken from your payments may be sitting unclaimed. None of this is complicated to fix — it just needs someone who already knows the scheme.
- Monthly CIS returns missed or filed late, triggering HMRC penalties
- Wrong deduction rates applied to subcontractors — or not verified at all
- CIS deductions suffered sitting unclaimed, quietly draining cash flow
What sorted looks like
Monthly returns filed before the 19th, every time. Subcontractors verified correctly before work starts. And every deduction you have suffered reclaimed at year-end so your tax position reflects what you have actually paid.
- CIS return filed on time each month — no penalties, no chasing
- Subcontractors verified and correct rates applied before any payment is made
- Deductions suffered reclaimed in full through your Self Assessment or CT600
- Fixed monthly fee — no surprise bills at the end of the year
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Contractors and subcontractors across Greater Manchester and the UK, managing CIS obligations without the last-minute scramble.
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Hasan has been amazing and extremely helpful he has been very patient with me being new to running a business, he had given me some great advice and I will continue to use Edward Harris & Hasan
Everything your CIS obligations require
One fixed monthly fee covers the full CIS return cycle — from subcontractor verification through to reclaiming what you are owed at year-end.
Monthly CIS Return Filing
Your CIS return is prepared and submitted to HMRC before the 19th of every month, covering all payments made to subcontractors in the period. Deduction statements are issued to each subcontractor so they have what they need for their own tax return. No missed deadlines, no penalties.
Included as standardSubcontractor Verification and Deductions
Before any subcontractor is paid, they are verified with HMRC to confirm the correct deduction rate — gross, standard 20%, or higher rate 30%. Applying the wrong rate is one of the most common CIS errors and one of the easiest to avoid when the process is handled properly.
Included as standardDeduction Reclaim and Year-End
If you are a subcontractor, the CIS deductions taken from your payments are offset against your tax liability through Self Assessment or your Corporation Tax return. These deductions are tracked throughout the year so the reclaim is accurate and nothing is left on the table.
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Why construction businesses use us for CIS
CIS is not a niche curiosity here — it is a regular part of what we handle for trades and construction clients every month.
No explaining the scheme first
Gross payment status, the higher rate, deemed contractors, reverse charge VAT on construction services — these are not things you will need to define before getting a useful answer. CIS payroll is listed as a core service because it comes up constantly for this client base. The groundwork is already done.
The 19th handled every month
The CIS monthly return deadline does not move, and late filing penalties start immediately. Returns are prepared in advance of the deadline, not on the day. If there is a nil return to submit — because no subcontractors were paid — that still goes in, because HMRC expect it regardless.
Deductions tracked, not forgotten
Subcontractors routinely have more CIS deducted than they owe in tax, and that money is reclaimed at year-end. Keeping a running total throughout the year means the reclaim at Self Assessment or Corporation Tax time is accurate and straightforward — which is more than can be said when it is reconstructed in January.
Up and running in four steps
Most clients are set up within a week. The process is designed to be as light as possible on your side.
Get in touch
Call 0161 706 1523, email info@edwardharris.co.uk, or use the contact form. Initial conversations are free and without pressure. You will get a same-day reply.
Free initial conversation
A brief call to understand your CIS position — whether you are a contractor, subcontractor, or both. We will ask about your current return status, how many subcontractors you pay, and what has been handled so far. No paperwork needed at this stage.
We take it from here
Once you are onboard, we request access to your records and HMRC agent authorisation. Previous returns are reviewed, any gaps are identified, and the monthly routine starts. If there is catch-up work required, that is discussed transparently upfront.
Returns filed, deductions tracked
From month one, returns go in before the 19th and deduction statements reach your subcontractors. Your running CIS deduction total is maintained throughout the year. Come Self Assessment or Corporation Tax time, the reclaim is ready — no scramble, no guesswork.
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Things people usually ask us about CIS
Do you understand how CIS works for both contractors and subcontractors?
Yes — both sides of the scheme are handled regularly. For contractors, that means monthly return filing, subcontractor verification, and issuing deduction statements. For subcontractors, it means tracking deductions suffered and reclaiming them through Self Assessment or Corporation Tax at year-end. If you operate as both — which is common in construction — that is handled as one joined-up service.
What does CIS return support cost, and what is included?
Fees are fixed monthly and agreed upfront — no hourly rates and no bills that appear without warning. The monthly fee covers return preparation and submission, subcontractor verification, and deduction statement production. The year-end reclaim work is typically included within the wider accounts and tax service. Exact pricing is confirmed after a brief conversation about your setup.
My CIS returns are behind — can you catch up?
This is not uncommon. Late or missed returns are a regular starting point for new construction clients. The first step is reviewing what has been submitted, identifying gaps, and filing any outstanding returns with HMRC. Catch-up work is scoped and priced separately before anything starts, so there are no surprises. Penalties can sometimes be appealed where there is a reasonable excuse — that is assessed as part of the catch-up review.
Am I tied into a contract?
There is no long-term lock-in. Services run on a rolling monthly basis, and you can leave with reasonable notice. If you do move on, your records are handed over cleanly and HMRC authorisations are transferred. You will not leave with loose ends.
Do you handle gross payment status applications?
Yes. Gross payment status means HMRC pays subcontractors without deduction, which is worth applying for once turnover and compliance thresholds are met. The application requires evidence of turnover, business bank accounts, and a clean compliance record. We can assess whether you qualify and manage the application process with HMRC.
How much CIS tax can I expect to reclaim as a subcontractor?
That depends on how much was deducted throughout the year and what your actual tax liability is. If you are a sole trader, the deductions offset your Self Assessment bill — and if they exceed it, you receive a refund. For limited companies, the deductions reduce the Corporation Tax liability or generate a repayment. The running total is tracked throughout the year so there are no surprises when the return is filed.
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CIS returns handled, month after month.
Fixed monthly fee, ACCA-qualified accountant, and same-day replies. The 19th stops being a problem when the return is already done.