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Easy, MTD-compliant plumbing accounting software

Efficiently juggle jobs, invoices, and suppliers with plumbing contractor accounting software. Simplify cash flow management and Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance, plus save hours each week with the Sage Copilot AI-powered productivity assistant.

Flush out dull admin with our automated accounting software for plumbers

Sage has decades of experience supporting trade professionals and knows what plumbers need to keep their finances in good shape. Plumbing business accounting software simplifies everything from job costing to Self Assessment and VAT submissions.

Automate invoicing

Automatically create and send invoices.

Manage cash flow

Easily track income and expenses to keep your business profitable.

Stay CIS-compliant

Keep subcontractor payments and HMRC submissions in line with the Construction Industry Scheme.

Embrace the cloud

Access your accounts anytime, from anywhere, on any device.

Why plumbers choose Sage

Sage plumbing contractor accounting software gives plumbers complete financial clarity with simple, powerful software built for the trade. From quoting jobs to managing payroll, every feature is designed to save time and support compliance.

Plumbing accounting software features

Streamline your business with tools that help contractors and tradespeople keep their finances organised.

Expense monitoring

Record every purchase instantly and correctly.

Bank reconciliation

Match payments and deposits with account balances in moments.

Self Assessment and VAT

File Self Assessment or VAT returns directly to HMRC, on time and with ease.

CIS management

Automate contractor and subcontractor deductions accurately and efficiently.

Cash flow forecasting

Understand and plan out your finances with clarity and precision.

Seamless integrations

Connect Sage with your favourite business apps and industry tools.

Payroll and HR features for plumbers

Simplify payroll and team management to keep your workforce running smoothly.

Payroll accuracy

Calculate wages and process required deductions automatically.
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Timesheets and holiday pay

Record hours worked and manage employee leave entitlements quickly and effortlessly.

Digital payslips and reports

Access payslip information and payroll summaries in just a few clicks.

RTI obligations

Submit real-time compliance information and manage pension contributions instantly.

Digital records and MTD compliance

Meet tax obligations and stay organised with MTD-ready, cloud-based record-keeping. Your records stay up to date and you can access them anywhere.

Digital records and MTD compliance

Accurate, secure records help you manage your business and meet HMRC and MTD requirements.

Centralised documentation

Keep digital receipts and invoices securely in one place for easy access from anywhere.

HMRC-connected

Submit VAT and income tax returns seamlessly and in compliance with MTD rules.

Automated quarterly updates

Save time and reduce manual entry with automatic data-syncing to the MTD programme.

Reduced admin

Simplify reporting, reduce admin and errors, ensuring your records always meet government standards.

Explore our solutions for plumbers

Sage offers a suite of solutions for plumbers and contractors, including accounting, payroll, and HR - choose what fits your business.

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Simple accounting software for small business, with built in payroll. Save up to 5 hours weekly on admin with the added power of AI.

Flexible online accounting software. Unlock potential, gain clarity, and save time with cloud accounting software for freelancers, sole traders, and small businesses.

  • Get paid 7 days faster and save up to 5 hours of admin per week
  • Create and send sales invoices
  • Track what you're owed
  • Automatic bank reconciliation
  • Calculate and submit VAT
  • Easy to set up and use
  • Be Making Tax Digital ready for VAT
  • Payroll and essential HR features built in

Sage Payroll

Easy payroll software for small businesses.

Get payroll with essential HR features to manage and pay your people with ease.  

  • Manage payroll and HR for up to 150 employees
  • Employees self-serve payslips and P60s
  • HMRC real-time information 
  • Automatic pension enrolment
  • Track and manage employee holidays

Sage HR

Flexible HR modules for small and mid-sized businesses.

For small to medium sized businesses that want a modular HR system that will simplify processes across the end-to-end employment journey.

  • Simplified end-to-end HR system that’s easy to administrate
  • Core HR and leave management with additional modules for performance, timesheets, shift scheduling, recruitment and expenses
  • Modular design, pricing and setup
  • Ready to go out of the box, no implementation required
  • Establish a single source of truth for all your employee data
  • Automate people processes to reduce admin and improve productivity
  • Easy to navigate employee self-serve for better employee experience

Plumbing accounting software FAQs

Plumbing contractor accounting software is a digital solution designed to help plumbers and trade professionals manage their finances efficiently. 

It automates tasks like invoicing, expense tracking, and tax submissions, reducing manual paperwork and saving valuable time. 

And with built-in compliance tools for VAT and CIS, it ensures your accounts are accurate and up to date, so you can focus on running your business rather than crunching numbers.

The best plumbing contractor accounting software for sole traders and small businesses should save you time, simplify tax compliance, and offer flexibility. 

Top solutions facilitate automation of multiple tax declaration tasks, such as CIS management and VAT submissions, in one platform.

Sage Accounting is ideal for small businesses, while the Accounting Individual plans offers free plumbing contractor accounting software for self-employed tradespeople with straightforward finances.

Yes. With Sage Accounting, you can easily import your existing financial data from Excel or other spreadsheets. 

The process is quick and intuitive, allowing you to transfer income, expenses, and contact records into your new Sage account in just a few steps. 

This means you can pick up where you left off - without starting from scratch or losing valuable information.

Cloud-based accounting software helps plumbers save time by automating repetitive admin tasks. 

You can create and send invoices instantly, connect your bank accounts for automatic transaction updates, and access your books from any device. 

With cloud access, you and your colleagues can consult accounts and update them from anywhere. Adding more colleagues? This kind of hosted service easily scales as your business grows. 

Real-time insights into your cash flow make it easy to stay organised, so you can make decisions faster - with no more chasing paperwork or reconciling receipts manually.

Yes. Sage uses industry-leading security measures to keep your financial data protected at all times. 

All information is encrypted and stored in secure data centres that comply with GDPR and UK data protection standards. 

With automatic backups and controlled access, you can work care-free knowing your business information is safe in the cloud.

Get more than just great software

As a member of the Sage community, you'll enjoy benefits that help you and your business by connecting with brilliant experts and industry peers.

Award-winning support

Experts on hand to help you get the most out of your software and enhance your productivity.

Member Masterclass

Dip into talks and articles from the world's leading experts to help with business challenges, like using innovation to create impact.

Community Hub

A trusted space where Sage users connect, collaborate, and grow. Share your insights, find solutions, stay up to date, and get the most out of Sage.

Get practical advice and resources for plumbers and small business

Explore the latest research, guides, and webinars to help your plumbing business thrive.

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