Accountants for Management Consultants

Specialist accounting for management consultants

At Martin Cook Accounting Services, we specialise in supporting independent management consultants, including:

Business Analysts
Agile Consultants
Project Managers and Directors
Business Process Reengineering Experts

Our clients work across Banking and Financial Services, IT, Public Relations, Pensions, and Health and Safety. With over 15 years of experience, we’ve saved millions in tax for hundreds of consultants, whilst also giving them the peace of mind.

Why management consultants choose us

A specialist accountant

We understand how consultants work and where the tax savings are

Quick, personal communication

You’re never left waiting or passed around—we reply quickly to emails and communicate clearly, avoiding jargon

Smart tax strategies

Keep more of what you earn with a tailored plan covering salary, dividends, expenses, and often pensions

Compliance sorted

Year-end accounts, VAT, payroll, and tax returns—all handled for you without the stress

What makes us different

We’re not a contractor accounting factory. You’re not just another number. We work with a maximum of 100 clients at any one time and take on just two new clients per month.

You’ll have unlimited access to an experienced Chartered Accountant
You’ll have one point of contact—no juniors, no call centres
Your emails and queries are answered quickly and clearly

We specialise in consultants and contractors. That means we:

Know what expenses you can claim
Plan your salary and dividends to reduce your tax bill
Spot risks and opportunities others miss
Understand IR35 and how to stay compliant

How we help

We don’t just file tax returns and deal with compliance, we help you run a tax efficient business.

Salary and dividend planning

Shareholding strategies

Company pension contributions

Expense guidance

Setting up a limited company

Registering with Companies House

Opening a business bank account

Getting VAT and PAYE set up

Cloud Bookkeeping

Monthly payroll and payslips

Quarterly VAT returns

Year-end accounts and CT600

Why you need a specialist accountant

Managing your own finances means:

Tracking income and expenses
Filing personal and company tax returns
Running payroll and pension contributions
Handling VAT registration and submissions
Staying compliant with UK tax regulations

That’s a lot to take on, especially when your time is better spent delivering for your clients. We remove the stress and add real value with advice that’s proactive, not reactive.

What our clients say

Martin is always responsive to queries, he understands my business, and he’s happy to receive records and information in a format that works for me. I know that I’m paying a little bit more than I would for a generic online accountant… but that is more than balanced by the time and aggravation he saves me, and the confidence that comes from a personal service.

Richard Stamp

Information Security Consultant

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Getting started is simple

01. Book a consultation

We’ll start with a no-obligation chat to understand your goals, business setup, and challenges, so we can see how best to support you.

02. Get a tailored plan

We’ll create a clear, practical plan showing exactly how to structure your income, taxes, and company for maximum efficiency and peace of mind.

03. Get results

We’ll work together to implement your plan. We work with around 100 clients and only take on two new clients a month, ensuring you’re always well looked after.