For tradespeople across the UK, self-assessment tax returns and the end of the tax year in April is notorious for being one of the most stressful times of the year. The scramble for receipts, invoices, and expense records can leave even the most organised business owners feeling overwhelmed. Fergus – the job management software built for tradespeople – promises to turn tax chaos into calm by making it easier than ever to manage your business admin. With powerful features, seamless integration with accountancy packages like Xero and effortless migration from other software providers, Fergus helps tradespeople eliminate the dreaded “tax blues” for good.
One of the biggest challenges for tradespeople at the end of the tax year is piecing together the paper trail of their financial activity. From fuel receipts to client invoices, the mountain of paperwork can feel insurmountable – especially for those still relying on manual methods or outdated systems. Fergus puts everything in one place, meaning that every receipt, invoice, and expense is stored digitally, securely, and ready to access at any time.
“When you’re running a trade business, admin is often the last thing you want to think about,” says Dan Pollard, Founder of Fergus and a tradesman himself. “That’s why Fergus was designed to make staying on top of your paperwork as simple and seamless as possible. Come tax time, everything you need is right there – no more sifting through shoeboxes full of receipts.”
With job management software, tradespeople can log expenses on the go, assign them to specific jobs, and link them directly to invoices – creating an organised, end-to-end record of their finances. This not only saves time during self-assessment but also reduces the risk of errors and missed deductions.
Tradespeople using Fergus can automatically sync their job invoices, supplier costs, and payment records with packages like Xero, ensuring that their books are always accurate and up to date. This streamlined approach to financial management reduces the burden of tax preparation and gives tradespeople greater confidence in their compliance with HMRC requirements.
For those already using software to manage their admin, the thought of migrating to a new system can be daunting. But Fergus has made it easy for tradespeople to make the switch. The platform offers straightforward migration tools and dedicated customer support to help users transition from other software providers, ensuring that no data is lost in the process.
