Orange & Gold Chartered Certified Accountants

Contractor Accountants

We are niche accountants to freelance contractors. Maximise earnings and protect against IR35 with effortless software, personal account manager and specialist expertise for over 15 years.

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IR35 tests - what is your risk?

Having looked at the updated IR35, the new risk profiling questions are good in parts more info

Things that set us apart - No.6 Going the extra mile

Latest satisfied customer compliments Orange & Gold more info

Mortgage rates increasing for Contractors

Despite the Bank of England base rate not moving again, thousands of contractors are facing a hike in their mortgage payments more info

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The Chancellor, in his March 2011 budget, has stated that to abolish IR35 would "put substantial revenue at risk". IR35 has been the dominant legislation affecting the taxation of contractors in the UK since 1999. The IR35 rules are not set in stone and case law is required to determine IR35 status in contentious situations.

We advise on IR35 Contracts and offer IR35 Solutions. As IR35 Specialist Contractor Accountants we have a depth of experience in dealing with IR35 investigation avoidance and the definition, in the context of IR35 personal service.

More on our IR35 services to freelance contractors.

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Limited Company

Thinking of contracting using a Limited Company? We have supported thousands of contractors since 1994 who were in the same boat as you are now. So we can give you expert advice on your best way forward.

Contracting through a Limited Company is the most financially rewarding route for UK contractors. Benefits for contractors include:

The most tax efficient way of contracting
Legitimately claim a wide range of expenses
Take full advantage of the flat rate VAT scheme
Take full advantage of income splitting to reduce tax and national insurance
Retain full control of your own money at all times

See how simple and quick it is to transfer your Limited Company accounting to us, or find out how first-time contractors can benefit from Limited Company services with us.

More on our Limited Company services for freelance contractors.

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Contractor Accountant

Why choose Orange & Gold as your contractor accountant?

Over 15 years experience of the UK contractor market so we know what freelance contractors need.
Regulated by the ACCA, you can be sure that our team of contractor accountants provide you with a professional service.
Dedicated Account Manager on hand to answer all your queries.
24/7 secure contractor portal to keep you up to date with your transactions
Our fees for contractor accountancy are low, from only £99 per month for the CORE accountancy service.
As qualified and respected contractor accountants we offer only compliant services to freelance contractors and have a 100% success in defending IR35 cases from HMRC.
In an independent survey (November ’09) our service was described as “friendly and helpful”. Our many satisfied clients certainly agree.

More on our contractor accountancy services for freelance contractors.

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We support the Red Cross

This month Orange & Gold are supporting the Red Cross. We will be making a charitable donation to the above for affected HIV and TB children and families in South Africa