Lay the Bricks, Not the Burden –Accounting for Builders

Simplify your construction finances, focus on projects, and grow your business

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About Our Construction & Builders Accounting Services

Specialised financial solutions for construction professionals

Managing construction finances requires industry-specific expertise. We provide services to streamline your financials, so you can focus on your projects.

CIS Returns & Management
Project Costing & Profitability Analysis
Subcontractor Payment Processing
VAT for Construction Businesses

Why do builders & contractorsneed specialised accounting?

Unique Financial Complexities in the Construction Industry

Builders and contractors face complex tax rules, project-based accounting, and cash flow management that require expert solutions.

Strategic Financial Guidance for Builders

How we help construction businesses succeed

We provide solutions to help construction businesses improve profitability, ensure tax compliance, and optimise project costs.

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Streamline CIS Compliance

Navigate the Construction Industry Scheme with confidence, ensuring correct deductions, timely submissions, and proper documentation.

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Optimise Project Profitability

Track costs accurately across multiple sites, identifying profit leaks and opportunities to improve margins on every project.

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Ensure Tax Compliance

Stay ahead of VAT, PAYE, and self-assessment requirements with expert guidance tailored to construction businesses.

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Access Real-Time Financial Insights

View comprehensive dashboards that provide instant visibility into project costs, cash flow, and business performance.

Tailored Solutions

Our comprehensive construction accounting services

Zmartly provides specialised accounting solutions that address the unique financial challenges of builders and contractors:

CIS Returns & Management

CIS Returns & Management

Expert handling of monthly CIS returns, deductions, and compliance.

Construction Project Accounting

Construction Project Accounting

Detailed tracking of costs and revenues for each building project.

Subcontractor Payment Processing

Subcontractor Payment Processing

Efficient management of subcontractor payments and CIS deductions.

VAT for Construction Businesses

VAT for Construction Businesses

Navigation of standard and reduced-rate VAT for building projects.

Domestic Reverse Charge Management

Domestic Reverse Charge Management

Compliance with VAT domestic reverse charge for construction services.

Job Costing & Estimating Support

Job Costing & Estimating Support

Financial frameworks for accurate job quoting and cost management.

Construction Payroll Services

Construction Payroll Services

Specialist handling of site workers, PAYE, and overtime calculations.

Cash Flow Forecasting for Builders

Cash Flow Forecasting for Builders

Strategic planning for materials purchases and project funding.

Structured Approach

Our proven process for construction financial management

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STEP - 01

Initial Construction Business Assessment

✅ Review your current financial systems
✅ Identify immediate opportunities for optimisation

STEP - 02

Customised Construction Accounting Setup

✅ Integrate with your project management software
✅ Tailor bookkeeping systems for project-based work

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STEP - 03

Ongoing Financial Support

✅ Weekly/monthly transaction processing
✅ CIS returns and subcontractor management
✅ Clear project and business financial reporting

STEP - 04

Strategic Business Guidance

✅ Quarterly performance reviews
✅ Tax planning and growth strategies
✅ Succession planning for construction businesses

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Your Accounting Partner

Get started with expert construction accounting services

Don’t let paperwork and tax worries distract you from delivering quality builds. Book a free consultation with Zmartly and discover how we can transform your construction business’s finances.

Seller FAQs

Common questions about construction accounting