IT Contractor Accountants
you can trust
The IT industry is filled with contractors who work on a freelance basis. Firms within both the private and public sector need specialists across technology disciplines and it is therefore a perfect opportunity for individuals to work as a contractor.
At Caroola, we understand the value that you add to companies through your work. Our aim is to make sure your contracting journey is as hassle-free as possible.
- Determine your interests: The IT sector is extremely diverse. Before you begin your journey into the field, you should identify your specific interests to guide your educational and career choices.
- Education: Some employers may prefer you to have a degree in the relevant field of technology that you are pursuing. Online courses and certifications or independent study are more challenging ways to break into the industry, but it is possible with dedication.
- Experience: Gaining practical experience is vital in IT. If you have never worked in an IT role before, building your portfolio by working on personal or open-source projects that showcase your skills can be a good first step in gaining experience.
- Networking: Build a professional network by attending industry events, joining IT-related forums or groups, and connecting with IT professionals on platforms like LinkedIn. Networking can help you learn about job opportunities and get referrals.
As technology is constantly evolving, so too is the role of the IT worker. You will need to engage in continuous learning to stay up-to-date with the latest tools and industry changes. This can involve taking courses, obtaining certifications, or attending conferences.
Depending on your role, you may have the option to work remotely or have flexible work hours. This flexibility can be appealing to many IT professionals.
Many IT specialists require flexibility to move between contracts quickly, maintaining constant employment.
Hiring an accountant will allow you to focus on your projects, instead of your finances. Caroola is compliance led, keeping you on the right side of HMRC.
Compliant led
Expert Support
We help...
- IT Support Engineers
- Data Architects
- UX/UI Designers
- IT Systems Leads
- Deployment Engineers
Caroola is the leading accountancy company for IT contractors. Having been in business for over three decades, we understand the information technology sector inside and out. We’ll make sure you’re maximising your earnings compliantly and we’ll resolve your queries quickly.
Compliant.
Keeping our clients on the right side of HMRC is of utmost importance to us, and we put compliance at the heart of everything we do. We are founding members and holders of Accredited Member status with the FCSA (Freelance and Contractor Services Association), who regularly and independently assess us to ensure that we are always upholding our high compliance standards.
Secure.
As we are dealing with the income and finances of our clients, we want to do what we can to provide total peace of mind regarding security. We are therefore certified with Cyber Essentials PLUS; the highest level of certification offered under the Cyber Essentials scheme. As a government-backed and industry-supported cyber security initiative, this is one of the best steps we can take to secure our cleints’ data.
Trusted.
It is one thing to say that Caroola is trusted; it is another to prove it. That is why we proudly tell anybody visiting our website about our 'excellent' reviews on Trustpilot. When we say we are trusted, we mean it.
Ready to start?
Whether you are just starting out as a small business, well established or a sole trader, Caroola Accountancy can help. With over 30 years’ experience in the accountancy world, we are rated highly on Trustpilot by our loyal customer base. With all major accreditations and governing bodies, including FCSA, AAT and ACCA, we're the only national specialist firm with offices across the UK.
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£135
+VAT/mo
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£179
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Here's how you can get in touch...
If you're a client, you can speak to your dedicated accountant on: 03330 342 480
