Claiming mileage monthly

[Dactylion]

And this isn't really the best method. It's unlikely you will find someone local that knows contractors. Some will say they do but they won't truly. They will apply the same rules to us as they do other businesses which isn't the best method. You need a Freeagent Accountant. Freeagent is an online accounting portal which is very good. Simple to use and clear. You also then have accountant at the other end of the phone to keep an eye on your FA and for advice and the like. It doesn't matter where they are. Many of us have never met our accountants in many years of contracting.
There are also a number of us that have been screwed over by local guys and haven't had a problem with the remote specialists.

I wish you'd stop spouting this tulip!

or at the very least couch it with "in my opinion".....

Many, many contractors use local accountants and are very satisfied with the service provided and are confident that the local accountant that they use has the requisite experience and knowledge.
Many, many contractors don't use online accountants for a variety of reasons - one of which being that they consider the face to face personal services of an accountant they "know" is better then the faceless box ticking of an office drone where all contractors are treated "the same" (I am NOT a number I am a free man!!).
My accounting needs are different from yours and I feel that they are best met by my local accountant.

Your opinion may differ and I am perfectly happy for you to make that decision for your company but it is your decision for your circumstances and not a blanket right/wrong for everyone.

[northernladuk]

I wish you'd stop spouting this tulip!

or at the very least couch it with "in my opinion".....

Many, many contractors use local accountants and are very satisfied with the service provided and are confident that the local accountant that they use has the requisite experience and knowledge.
Many, many contractors don't use online accountants for a variety of reasons - one of which being that they consider the face to face personal services of an accountant they "know" is better then the faceless box ticking of an office drone where all contractors are treated "the same" (I am NOT a number I am a free man!!).
My accounting needs are different from yours and I feel that they are best met by my local accountant.

Your opinion may differ and I am perfectly happy for you to make that decision for your company but it is your decision for your circumstances and not a blanket right/wrong for everyone.

Good point actually so I'll take that on board. Although it is my opinion it's also backed up by a majority of feedback on where when accountants are discussed. Even though it appears to be the general consensus you are right, it's still not the one true answer. I shall indeed attempt to tailor my feedback..... but with this one I think a contractor specialist over a local guy is key. He's been stuffed by the 24 month rule and I'd be happy to wager that contractor people are much better informed of this rule than most.. but I digress. Good feedback.

[northernladuk]

Still interested to know if the OP now understands he can't claim mileage....

[psychocandy]

OP - Accountant now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[john@UKCA]

Contractor Specialist

Yes agree with the posts above that a Contractor Accountant specialist is the way to go, however, not convinced that one of the 'big boys' provide the best the service!

Looking at set of accounts prepared by one of the 'big boys' at the moment (whom shall remain nameless) - have found 3 errors already the worst of which is a contract hire car shown as fixed assets. Just poor quality control by the Managers!

[mudskipper]

OP, it sounds like you may well be caught by IR35. If this is the case, then from April you will not be able to claim back mileage, even within 24 months.

As others have suggested, you really should get an accountant. In the meantime, start with reading the advice on the right ---->