Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) Advice | Forrester Boyd Accountants

Helping you stay compliant with HMRC CIS rules

The Construction Industry Scheme sets out how payments to subcontractors must be handled by contractors. Our team provides a comprehensive CIS service that ensures you meet your responsibilities and avoid costly penalties.

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Stay Compliant

Ensure all CIS deductions and submissions are correct and on time.

2

Save Time

Let our specialists manage your monthly returns and verification process.

3

Avoid Penalties

Reduce the risk of HMRC fines through accurate reporting and administration.

4

Gain Peace of Mind

Rely on experienced professionals to handle your CIS obligations with precision.

How our CIS services benefit your business

At Forrester Boyd, we provide a complete CIS administration service tailored to contractors and subcontractors across the construction industry. We handle every step, from verification to reporting, so you can focus on delivering your projects.

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CIS Registration and Setup

We help you register as a contractor or subcontractor with HMRC and set up accurate record-keeping systems.

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Subcontractor Verification

We verify each subcontractor with HMRC before payment to ensure the correct deduction rate is applied.

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Monthly Returns

We prepare and submit CIS returns on your behalf, keeping you compliant with HMRC deadlines.

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Payment & Deduction Statements

We provide detailed monthly statements for subcontractors, showing gross payments and tax deductions.

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CIS Deductions for Subcontractors

We assist subcontractors in reclaiming CIS deductions through self-assessment or company accounts.

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Ongoing Support & Advice

From handling HMRC correspondence to advising on record-keeping, we’re here whenever you need us.

Who benefits from CIS support?

Our CIS services are designed for all types of construction businesses and professionals operating under the scheme. We support:

Main Contractors – Managing multiple subcontractors and projects.
Subcontractors – Ensuring deductions are processed correctly and reclaimed efficiently.
Property Developers – Meeting CIS obligations for construction and renovation work.
Specialist Trades – Including builders, electricians, plumbers, and groundworkers.
Large Construction Firms – With complex CIS requirements across multiple sites.

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Sector specialists

Our dedicated payroll and construction specialists work with businesses of all sizes across the sector. We understand the pressures of project timelines, cash flow, and compliance — and our CIS expertise ensures your administration runs seamlessly.

We stay fully up to date with HMRC rules and industry changes, providing clear, practical advice that keeps your business compliant and efficient.

More than compliance

CIS is more than just paperwork — it affects your cash flow, relationships, and reputation. We help you get it right from the start, keeping your business financially sound and professionally credible.

With Forrester Boyd, you’ll gain:

Accurate, on-time CIS returns every month.
Confidence that all subcontractor payments are compliant.
Improved cash flow management through efficient deductions and reclaims.
Expert advice from professionals who understand the construction industry.

We combine practical experience with efficient systems to make your CIS management simple, compliant, and cost-effective.

Frequently asked questions

Here are some of the questions we’re most often asked about CIS:

CIS is a tax deduction scheme for payments made by contractors to subcontractors for construction work, designed to ensure tax is collected at source.

All contractors and subcontractors working in construction must register with HMRC to meet their obligations.

Late or incorrect submissions can result in HMRC penalties — our service ensures deadlines are never missed.

Yes. Subcontractors can reclaim CIS deductions through self-assessment or offset them against their corporation tax.

Absolutely. Our payroll and CIS teams work together to provide a fully integrated service.

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Jenny Donnelly

Partner - Chartered Accountant

Kevin Hopper

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Mike Beckett

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Rachel Hay

Partner - Chartered Certified Accountant

Richard Walker

Partner - Chartered Accountant

Sian Connolly

Partner - Chartered Accountant

Vicky Prior

Partner - Chartered Tax Adviser

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