Industry · Self-billing

Self-billing for IT & professional consultancy

Consultancies and IT firms approve associate timesheets and rates themselves — so self-billing lets you raise each associate consultant’s or subcontractor’s invoice on a monthly run.

Why self-billing works for it & professional consultancy

How it works

Under a self-billing agreement with each associate, you prepare the invoice from approved timesheets, apply VAT where due, send a copy and pay.

VAT & compliance

Standard UK VAT rules apply — add the associate’s VAT where they are VAT-registered, and none where they are not. Apex Billing records each associate’s VAT status so the right treatment is used.

This is general information, not tax advice — confirm your own position with your accountant or HMRC.

How Apex Billing helps

IT & consultancy — self-billing FAQs

Can I self-bill associate consultants monthly?

Yes. Raise self-billed invoices from approved timesheets each month, individually or in bulk via CSV.

How is VAT applied?

Apex Billing adds VAT only where the associate is VAT-registered, using the VAT number you hold.

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