Accounts and Accounting

Accountancy advice tailored for small businesses

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?

Claiming Startup Expenses

Claiming Startup Expenses

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Claiming Startup Expenses

Got your startup up and running? Did you know that there are ways that you can reclaim the expenses of starting your business? Here's how...

When Will Your Start-up Start Making a Profit?

When Will Your Start-up Start Making a Profit?

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When Will Your Start-up Start Making a Profit?

It can take years to be profitable, but it doesn't mean you're a failure. Looking for positive signs and planning certainly helps.

Are Pay Slips Compulsory?

Are Pay Slips Compulsory?

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Are Pay Slips Compulsory?

It's Pay Day, so where do you stand legally on your current processes? By not providing a pay slip are you breaking the law? Here are the facts...

Mastering the Basics of Financial Management

Mastering the Basics of Financial Management

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Mastering the Basics of Financial Management

There isn't one route to mastering financial management, so we share a few different avenues for expanding your financial know-how including online courses

How to Treat Customer Discounts in Your Bookkeeping

How to Treat Customer Discounts in Your Bookkeeping

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How to Treat Customer Discounts in Your Bookkeeping

Whether you're offering discounts to get rid of stock, attract new customers or launch a reward scheme, make sure you record the figures accurately.

Tangible Fixed Assets vs Intangible Assets

Tangible Fixed Assets vs Intangible Assets

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Tangible Fixed Assets vs Intangible Assets

Read our quick introductory guide to the differences between tangible fixed assets and intangible assets, and how this affects filing your annual accounts