Managing staff costs: Statutory payments and compliance

Staff costs represent a substantial portion of your expenditure as a business owner, so it’s important that you understand what payments you have to make and how to plan for them.

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Why do SMEs need an accountant?

If you are an owner of a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME), it is essential to consider the benefits of having a professional accountant.

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Can I claim Employment Allowance for my business?

The Employment Allowance is a means for SMEs to reduce the tax burden of employing staff at critical points in their growth and help avoid cash flow crises, via a reduction in National Insurance Contributions (NICs).

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Debt management strategies for SME business owners

Although it can have negative connotations, debt is inevitable for most businesses.

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Financial techniques to maximise your business’ growth

To successfully grow your business, you need to not only know your current business position but also where you want to be in three or five years’ time.

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Cash flow vs profits: a guide for small business owners

As a small business owner, you’ve likely heard the terms “cash flow” and “profits” used interchangeably. However, mixing these financial metrics up can cause severe consequences for your business.

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Cash flow vs profits: a guide for small business owners

As a small business owner, you’ve likely heard the terms “cash flow” and “profits” used interchangeably. However, mixing these financial metrics up can cause severe consequences for your business.

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Staying up to date with MTD for ITSA

In December 2022, the plans for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self-Assessment changed again, as the Government announced that instead, MTD ITSA would be introduced in mandatory phases from 6 April 2026, as opposed to 2024.

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How can your business overcome cash flow issues?

During the cost-of-living crisis, you may be feeling concerned about the cash flow of your business.

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