Waqas Sagar
ACA | FCCA | FMAAT | BSc (Hons)
Chartered Accountant & Tax Expert — 18+ Years Experience
Professional Verification
Waqas Sagar is a verified Member of ICAEW, ACCA & AAT — the three leading UK professional accountancy bodies. All tax content on this site is written and reviewed by Waqas Sagar in his capacity as a regulated chartered accountant.
About Waqas Sagar
Waqas Sagar is a Chartered Accountant with over 18 years of experience in UK accountancy, taxation and financial services. Qualified and regulated by ICAEW, ACCA and AAT — the three leading professional accountancy bodies in the United Kingdom — Waqas brings institutional-level expertise to both individual taxpayers and businesses across the UK.
Waqas is the founder and Managing Director of Accotax — Accountants & Tax Consultants, a London-based ICAEW, ACCA and AAT regulated accountancy and taxation firm serving over 1,200 clients. Under his leadership since 2009, Accotax has grown into one of London's leading accounting practices, working with sole traders, limited companies, contractors, landlords and high-net-worth individuals across the UK.
A pioneer at the intersection of accounting and technology, Waqas founded Remindoo.co — an AI-driven practice management platform built specifically for UK accountants and bookkeepers. Remindoo was originally developed in-house at Accotax to automate deadlines, client communications and task management, and has since been launched as a standalone SaaS product for the accounting profession.
Waqas also founded AccountingFirms.co.uk — the UK's leading accountancy and taxation fee comparison platform, with over 15,000 accounting firms listed and hundreds of new firms joining daily. The platform connects businesses and individuals with qualified and regulated accountants, helping them find the right firm at the right price.
Beyond accountancy, Waqas runs a digital and IT consultancy helping businesses with digital products, SEO strategy, online marketing and growth. His deep interest in technology has shaped both his accounting practice and the wider products he has built for the profession.
All tax calculators, glossary definitions and financial content on this site are written, reviewed and verified by Waqas Sagar in his professional capacity as a regulated chartered accountant. Content reflects 2026/27 HMRC rates and is updated following each Budget and HMRC rate change.
Qualifications & Professional Credentials
| Qualification | Body | Year | Verify |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACA — Associate Chartered Accountant | ICAEW — Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales | 2015–2017 | Verify |
| FCCA — Fellow Member | ACCA — Association of Chartered Certified Accountants | 2005–2008 | Verify |
| FMAAT — Fellow Member | AAT — Association of Accounting Technicians | 2010 | AAT Member Directory |
| BSc (Hons) | Oxford Brookes University | 2005–2008 | — |
| B.Comm (IT) | University of the Punjab, Lahore | 2002–2004 | — |
Professional Experience
Founder & Managing Director — Accotax
October 2009 — Present (16+ years)
Founded and scaled Accotax into one of London's leading ICAEW, ACCA and AAT regulated accountancy firms. The firm serves over 1,200 clients including sole traders, limited companies, contractors, landlords and high-net-worth individuals. Accotax is an ICAEW Approved Employer, regulated by all three leading UK accountancy bodies.
accotax.co.ukFounder — Remindoo.co
2022 — Present
Built Remindoo while scaling Accotax, after identifying the lack of purpose-built practice management software for UK accounting firms. Remindoo is an AI-driven SaaS platform for accountants and bookkeepers, covering client management, deadline tracking, task automation and client communications. Now available as a standalone product for the wider accounting profession.
remindoo.coFounder — AccountingFirms.co.uk
January 2021 — Present
Founded AccountingFirms.co.uk — the UK's largest accountancy and taxation fee comparison platform. The directory lists over 15,000 accounting firms with hundreds of new firms joining daily, connecting businesses and individuals with qualified, regulated accountants across the UK. The platform operates as a "Go Compare for accountants."
accountingfirms.co.ukCo-Founder — SEO Syrup (Digital & IT Consultancy)
Present
Digital strategy, SEO, product development and growth consultancy for businesses in the tech, fintech and digital sectors. Helps businesses build digital products, improve search rankings and execute online growth strategies.
Accountant — Cruse & Burke
Previous role
Gained early career experience at Cruse & Burke, building expertise in personal and corporate taxation, accounts preparation and HMRC compliance before founding Accotax in 2009.
Areas of Tax & Accounting Expertise
Waqas Sagar has 18+ years of hands-on expertise across all areas of UK personal and business taxation. Content on this site verified by Waqas covers the following specialisms:
Personal Tax
- Income Tax & PAYE
- Self Assessment Returns
- Capital Gains Tax
- Inheritance Tax Planning
- Personal Allowances & Reliefs
- High Income Child Benefit Charge
- Non-domiciled & Expat Tax
Business Tax
- Corporation Tax
- VAT — All Schemes
- Making Tax Digital
- R&D Tax Credits
- Capital Allowances
- CIS Scheme
- Business Rates
Employment & Contractors
- IR35 & Off-Payroll Working
- Contractor Taxation
- PAYE & Payroll
- National Insurance
- Umbrella Companies
- Benefits in Kind
- Salary Sacrifice
Property Tax
- Rental Income Tax
- Stamp Duty Land Tax
- Buy-to-Let Taxation
- Mortgage Interest Relief
- Non-Resident Landlord Scheme
- Capital Gains on Property
Investments & Savings
- Dividend Tax
- ISA Allowances
- EIS, SEIS & VCT Schemes
- Cryptocurrency Taxation
- Pension Tax Relief
- Share Incentive Plans
Practice & Technology
- Accounting Practice Management
- Cloud Accounting Software
- Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent
- SaaS Product Development
- Digital Marketing & SEO
- Fintech & Accounting Tech
Professional Skills
Core skills verified via LinkedIn profile:
Businesses Founded by Waqas Sagar
Accotax — Accountants & Tax Consultants
Founded: 2009 | Location: London, UK
ICAEW, ACCA and AAT regulated accountancy and taxation firm serving 1,200+ clients across the UK. Specialises in sole traders, limited companies, contractors, landlords and high-net-worth individuals. ICAEW Approved Employer with a team of 40+ professionals.
accotax.co.ukRemindoo.co — AI Practice Management for Accountants
Founded: 2022 | Type: SaaS
AI-driven practice management software built for UK accountants and bookkeepers. Covers client management, deadline tracking, task automation, client portal, e-signatures and WhatsApp integration. Built by accountants, for accountants.
remindoo.coAccountingFirms.co.uk — Accountancy Fee Comparison
Founded: January 2021 | Type: Marketplace
The UK's largest accountancy and taxation fee comparison platform with 15,000+ listed firms. Connects businesses and individuals with qualified, regulated accountants. Hundreds of new firms join daily. The "Go Compare" for finding a UK accountant.
accountingfirms.co.ukTax Content Reviewed & Verified by Waqas Sagar
All calculators, glossary definitions and guides on this site are written and reviewed by Waqas Sagar in his professional capacity as a Member of ICAEW, ACCA & AAT. Content is updated following each HMRC Budget and rate change.
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Key Glossary Terms (Verified May 2026)
Connect with Waqas Sagar
- LinkedIn:linkedin.com/in/waqassagar
- Accotax:accotax.co.uk
- Remindoo:remindoo.co
- AccountingFirms:accountingfirms.co.uk
- Verify ICAEW:find.icaew.com
- Verify ACCA:accaglobal.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Waqas Sagar?
Waqas Sagar is a Chartered Accountant and tax expert with over 18 years of experience in UK accountancy. He holds ACA (ICAEW), FCCA (ACCA) and FMAAT (AAT) qualifications and is the founder of Accotax, Remindoo.co and AccountingFirms.co.uk. He reviews and verifies all tax content on this site.
Is Waqas Sagar a qualified accountant?
Yes. Waqas Sagar holds three professional accounting qualifications: ACA from ICAEW (2015-2017), FCCA Fellow membership from ACCA (2005-2008) and FMAAT Fellow membership from AAT (2010). His ICAEW membership can be verified at find.icaew.com and his ACCA membership via the ACCA member directory. He is also a BSc (Hons) graduate from Oxford Brookes University.
What is Accotax?
Accotax is a London-based accountancy and tax consultancy firm founded by Waqas Sagar in 2009. Regulated by ICAEW, ACCA and AAT, it serves over 1,200 clients including sole traders, limited companies, contractors and landlords across the UK. It is an ICAEW Approved Employer with a team of 40+ professionals.
What is Remindoo?
Remindoo.co is an AI-driven practice management SaaS platform for UK accountants and bookkeepers, founded by Waqas Sagar. Originally built in-house at Accotax, it automates client management, deadline tracking, task workflows, client portal and communications. It launched as a standalone product and is available at remindoo.co.
Why does Waqas Sagar review the tax content on this site?
UK tax calculators and glossary definitions fall under YMYL (Your Money Your Life) content — Google's highest scrutiny category. Having content reviewed by a qualified, regulated accountant like Waqas Sagar ensures accuracy, compliance with current HMRC rates and professional accountability. All content reflects 2026/27 HMRC rates as verified by a Member of ICAEW, ACCA & AAT.