Chancellor backs business and rewards workers to get Britain growing Tax cuts for working people and British business headlined Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s ‘Autumn Statement for Growth’ today, Wednesday 22 November. Tax cuts for working people and British business headlined Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s ‘Autumn Statement for Growth’ today, Wednesday 22 November. Autumn Statement Aimed at building a…
Pretty much everything is stored in the cloud these days: your photos, your credit card details and even your step count – so why not your accounting, too? Accounting software can free up a significant chunk of your time and help you keep more accurate financial records, both of which represent big wins for…
Choosing a great accountant is one of the best investments you can make for your business. A quality accountant can do much more than save you money on your tax bill – although of course, that’s important too. A professional accountant is a strategic business partner who can provide shrewd insight into your financial…
Hiring a quality accountant is a wise investment in the financial health of your business. It can be tempting to choose a cheap accounting firm in the interest of saving money, but this often proves to be a costly mistake. It may seem like great accountants cost a lot but they save you even…
Everyone loves a bargain. It’s basic human nature. However, when it comes to running your business you should be focusing on investments, not bargains – especially when it’s time to hire an accountant. There are plenty of cheap accountants out there, but choosing their services based on price alone is a dangerous game. Of…
Did you know that your accountant could do more than just help you with your taxes? In fact, accountants can help you with a variety of tasks, including bookkeeping, financial planning, and even business consulting. If you’re not taking advantage of all the services your accountant has to offer, you’re missing out on valuable…
Money leaks in your small business eat away at your profits without you even knowing about it. Even if your business seems to be in great financial health, you should regularly check for leaks to ensure that you’re not unwittingly wasting money. Plugging money leaks can help to reduce your spending and thus boost…
If we’re being honest, accounting is no small business owner’s favourite task. It is, however, vital that you keep on top of your accounts in order to prevent money leaking out of your company. The following accounting mistakes could mean that your small business is bleeding money and losing profits, without you even knowing…
As a small business owner, you may be used to taking the DIY approach. After all, you’re most likely a marketer, financial director, HR manager and payroll administrator, to name but a few of your many responsibilities. However, although your business may be small, there’s one area that really does call for professional help –…
There’s so much to think about when running a small business and you can’t do it alone forever. For one thing, handling the financial side of your business is a full time job in itself and you really can’t afford to take your foot off of the gas for any length of time. Without…