Accountancy is one of the most important areas of business. Every SME owner needs to have their finances in excellent shape – disorganised or inaccurate figures could harm business and impact the bottom line. Why not browse through articles in this section to polish up your knowledge on topics ranging from tax returns and PAYE, to accountancy software and budgeting?
How to Deal with VAT Error Correction
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Alan Rolfe from HWB Chartered Accountants outlines the correct procedure for VAT error correction to follow if you've made a mistake on your quarterly tax return
Common Financial Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them
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Chris Woodard, Co-Founder of Handle.com, explores some of the biggest financial mistakes that new business owners make and how to avoid them
How to Increase Profits Without Increasing Sales
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Mark Tighe of specialist tax relief consultancy Catax explores how businesses can generate revenue from existing assets, both physical and intellectual, with a focus on tax breaks
A Guide To Chasing Late Payments
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It's important to be aware of how to chase up unpaid invoices to protect your business and its cash flow. Here's Sage's guide on how SMEs should approach chasing late payments
Pros and Cons of Limited Company Contracts
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Hannah Robinson, Digital Marketing Manager of Larsen Howie, talks us through IR35 liability and the pros and cons of limited company contracts
Smart Bookkeeping Tips for Small Businesses
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If you run a small business, keeping on top of your accounting and financial transactions is vital. Here are five tips to improve your bookkeeping
How to Donate to Charity as a Limited Company
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Donating to charity through your limited company can have many benefits, such as lowering your corporation tax bill. Here are the main points to be aware of when donating
Claiming Tax Relief with Salary Sacrifice Pensions
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Salary sacrifice is a tax-efficient way to boost your employees’ pensions. James Alesbury of HWB Chartered Accountants talks us through the details
A Guide to Claiming Limited Company Expenses
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Operating your small business as a limited company comes with a host of financial benefits, incentivised schemes and tax relief. Here's a look at the expenses you could be claiming
Streamlining Financial Processes for Growth
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Neil Robertson of Compleat Software shares his thoughts on how streamlining financial processes can facilitate sustainable business growth
The SME Guide to Better Records Management
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Paul Ravey of Access Records Management shares tips on how businesses can refine their records management practices
A Complete Guide to Making Tax Digital
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We share a complete rundown of everything you need to know about the Making Tax Digital scheme, including a useful visual guide to help prepare your business for the deadline
A Guide to UK Business Rates
— Read More — A Guide to UK Business RatesHere's everything you need to know about paying business rates bills in the UK, including how business rates are calculated, exemptions, and small business rates relief
Is Vehicle Leasing the Right Option for Your SME?
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To buy or to lease? Many SMEs struggle to weigh the pros and cons of leasing a fleet of vehicles versus purchasing outright. Tom Preston talks us through the key points to consider
How to Improve Your Company Credit Score
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Credit scores are one of the most telling reflections of your business' financial health. We look at how to improve your credit score and the influence it can have on finance applications
A Guide to Director Redundancy
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Closing down a business can be a complicated process, with directors often overlooking the fact that they are eligible for redundancy pay. Gary Addison talks us through the small print
How SMEs Can Overcome Financial Restraint
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Real Business Rescue’s Keith Tully explores some of the most common financial issues you might have to deal with as a business owner and how to overcome them
Small Business Online Accounting Software
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Finding the perfect online accounting software for your business can be tricky with so many providers available to choose from. Here's our guide.
Choosing the Right Accountant for Your SME
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With budgets tight, many entrepreneurs choose to handle their accounts on their own. However, the benefits of an accountant can far outweigh the cost.
Carillion Collapse: What Can Businesses Learn?
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The insolvency of Carillion will have far-reaching implications for its employees and contractors. But what lessons has it taught other businesses?
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