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Why Tech Professionals Are Quietly Overpaying Tax

Why Tech Professionals Are Quietly Overpaying Tax — And What You Can Do About It

If you work in tech, there's a good chance you're overpaying tax — and you may not even know it.

Bonuses, RSUs, equity plans, side income, or rental property? These can all throw your tax situation off balance. Even if you’re on PAYE, HMRC's tax codes often lag behind, and you’re left picking up the pieces.

That’s why we created a Self Assessment tax service designed specifically for employees in tech. Jargon-free, clear, and completely managed — so you can spend less time stressing over paperwork and more time doing what you do best.

Why It’s Not as Straightforward as You Think

For many in the tech industry, tax becomes complicated fast:

  • Your PAYE doesn’t reflect your bonus or RSUs.

  • You move into a higher tax bracket mid-year — but you only find out when HMRC sends you a bill.

  • You have other income — rental properties, freelance projects — that never make it onto your tax code.

  • You contribute to a pension personally, but haven’t claimed the tax relief.

All of this adds up. And the worst part? You’re often left to figure it out on your own.

What Makes Our Service Different

We believe in human-first accounting. That means:

  • Clear explanations with no grey areas

  • A dedicated team who genuinely care about getting it right

  • Upload-only onboarding — no spreadsheets or long phone calls

  • Straightforward pricing starting at £180 + VAT

Gareth Bowers, one of our clients, summed it up perfectly:

“Not only do you get the work done, you get a great team ready to help you in any way you can.”

We don’t take that lightly.

Real Results, Real Savings

Recently, a tech professional came to us with a simple goal: just get the return submitted.

But after a full review, we helped them save £1,500 by properly claiming:

  • Tax relief on personal pension contributions

  • Full mileage allowance for work-related travel

  • Job-related expenses, including work-from-home costs

They weren’t self-employed. Just an employee doing their job — and missing out on what they were owed.

What's New: Tech-Specific Tax Packages

We’re now going one step further by launching exclusive support packages for tech employees. These include:

  • Quarterly webinars covering common pitfalls, tax-saving tips, and future planning

  • Ongoing support throughout the year, not just at tax time

  • A real team of experts, not just a faceless app

We’ve already supported employees from companies like Xero, Sage, Dext, GoCardless, and IRIS — and we’d love to help you too.

Getting Ready for Accountex? Or Just Want Peace of Mind?

If you’re prepping for events, juggling deadlines, or simply want to make sure your tax return is done properly — now’s the time to take action.

👉 Find out more and book your discovery call today.

Your time is valuable. We’ll help you get it back.