How to Plan for Tax as a Self-Employed Business Owner
Avoiding the January scramble starts months earlier.
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Tax planning works best as an ongoing habit, not a scramble every January — setting aside a percentage of income as it comes in, and reviewing your position part-way through the year rather than waiting for the deadline. Elaine builds this into the regular bookkeeping relationship, so tax is never a surprise.
Elaine Bryson is a Chartered Accountant and co-founder of KJ Management Accounting Solutions, working exclusively with women running their own businesses — from solo founders to small teams. No jargon, no talking down, just clear answers and an ongoing finance partner in your corner.
This usually sits within our Annual Accounts service.
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Co-Founder & Chartered Accountant at KJ Management Accounting Solutions, focused on financial confidence for women running their own businesses.
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Questions, Answered.
How much should I set aside for tax as I earn?
A common starting rule of thumb is around 25-30%, but your actual rate depends on total income and allowances — worth checking against your real numbers.
When should I start thinking about my tax return?
As soon as your financial year ends, ideally — working from bookkeeping that has been kept current makes the whole process faster and less stressful.
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