CIS Tax Refunds Specialists Accountants

If you work in construction, chances are you’ve been paying more tax than you should. Under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), contractors typically have tax deducted directly from their payments. And often, it’s more than they actually owe. The good news? You may be eligible to reclaim the excess through a CIS tax refunds. And that’s where our CIS tax return accountants step in.

At Accotax, our CIS tax refunds accountants help you recover every penny you’re entitled to, without the stress of handling it all yourself.

How Can Our CIS Tax Refunds Services Help You?

If you’re a subcontractor working under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), your contractor deducts 20% tax. Or 30% if you’re not registered for CIS. Often, that’s more tax than you actually owe, which means you’re due a refund from HMRC.

Our team of CIS accountants helps you claim that refund quickly and correctly. So your hard-earned money doesn’t sit with HMRC longer than it needs to.

We take care of everything, from checking your records to filing your refund claim. Here’s what we handle for you:

Preparing and submitting your CIS tax refunds claim
Checking all your CIS statements and invoices
Claiming back allowable expenses (like tools, travel, uniforms, etc.)
Ensuring your records are accurate and compliant with HMRC
Tracking your refund status until it’s paid out
CIS registration and compliance

With our help, you won’t have to worry about missed claims.

Why Choose Our CIS Tax Return Accountants?

We’ve helped countless subcontractors and self-employed workers in construction claim their refunds quickly. Sometimes within just a few weeks.

Our CIS accountants make the process simple:

No confusing tax terms
No endless paperwork
Just clear guidance and fast results

We’ll tell you exactly what documents we need and handle everything from start to finish. We’ll also keep you updated!

How Long Does It Take?

Although processing times can vary, It usually takes HMRC between 6 to 12 weeks to process your claim once it’s submitted. But the faster your information reaches us, the sooner we can file. And the faster you’ll get your money back.

Don’t let HMRC keep your money longer than necessary. Have a free consultation with our CIS specialist accountants today and see how much you could be owed!

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FAQs – CIS Tax Refunds Services

What is a CIS tax refund and how does it arise?

The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) requires a contractor to deduct tax from payments made to subcontractors, which is treated as an advance payment of tax. A CIS tax refund arises when the tax already deducted exceeds the actual tax liability of the subcontractor (after allowable expenses, personal allowance, etc.).

Who is eligible for a CIS tax refund?

Subcontractors working under the CIS in the UK (self-employed or via their own limited company), who have had tax deducted and either incurred allowable business expenses or their actual liability is lower than what was deducted, may be eligible for a refund.

How does a limited company claim back CIS deductions?

For a limited company that has suffered CIS deductions, the correct method is to report the deductions via the company’s PAYE scheme using an Employer Payment Summary (EPS) rather than attempting to reclaim via the Corporation Tax (CT600) return.

What documentation do I need to claim a CIS refund?

You will typically need details including your company name, PAYE reference, Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR), bank account details, and the amounts of CIS deductions suffered year-to-date. For claims in the current year you may also need supporting documents such as Payment and Deduction Statements (PDS).

What is the timeframe for making a CIS refund claim?

Subcontractors may file their claim in their Self Assessment tax return or via the appropriate PAYE submission (for companies). You can claim back to up to 4 tax years prior in many cases.

How long does HMRC take to process a CIS tax refund?

The processing time varies, but many sources estimate between 6 to 12 weeks from submission. Delays may occur if further checks are required.

What expenses can help increase my CIS tax refund?

Allowable business expenses wholly and exclusively incurred for your trade (under CIS) may reduce your taxable profit and increase the refund. Examples include tools, travel, materials, business phone usage, insurance and more.

Can I get help from ACCOTAX with my CIS tax refund?

Yes — ACCOTAX offers services to assess your eligibility, prepare and submit your claim, ensure compliance and maximise your refund under CIS. Their expertise can help you avoid mistakes, meet deadlines and benefit from proper expense capture.