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Small business accountant: 3 automation tips you'd wish you'd known sooner by Libeo
Small business accounting can be a challenge, but automation can ease the pain. If you are small business accountant with big dreams of expanding your outsourcing service, we have good news for you. This article will teach you how to automate your accounting business so it runs like a well-oiled machine.17 Sept 23•LibeoLibeo: What is accounting automation and why is it useful?
Accounting automation can streamline your bookkeeping, but what is accounting automation? How does it work with your existing business and accounting processes? In this article we'll talk about the three levels of accounting automation, how they impact your business, and how they can save you time and money.15 Sept 23•LibeoThe importance of values in a small business by citrus HR
Our values shape us. Not only do they shape how we live our day to day lives but they are the bedrock of a business, shaping its culture and vision. That’s why it’s so important to get your values right for your small business.13 Sept 23•citrus HR
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Small business accountant: 3 automation tips you'd wish you'd known sooner by Libeo
Small business accounting can be a challenge, but automation can ease the pain. If you are small business accountant with big dreams of expanding your outsourcing service, we have good news for you. This article will teach you how to automate your accounting business so it runs like a well-oiled machine.17 Sept 23•LibeoLibeo: What is accounting automation and why is it useful?
Accounting automation can streamline your bookkeeping, but what is accounting automation? How does it work with your existing business and accounting processes? In this article we'll talk about the three levels of accounting automation, how they impact your business, and how they can save you time and money.15 Sept 23•LibeoThe importance of values in a small business by citrus HR
Our values shape us. Not only do they shape how we live our day to day lives but they are the bedrock of a business, shaping its culture and vision. That’s why it’s so important to get your values right for your small business.13 Sept 23•citrus HRAccounting Tasks Cause Annual Stress for Half of Small Business Owners by Dext
A recent survey by Dext has revealed the ongoing accounting pressures felt by small business owners at present.12 Sept 23•Dext PrecisionDemystifying Automated Data Entry for Business Accounting and Bookkeeping by Dext
Automated data entry for business accounting and bookkeeping can be a game-changer, offering time savings, enhanced accuracy and streamlined operations.12 Sept 23•Dext CommerceOhalo and Dext Prepare: Pioneering Efficient Data Management in the Digital Age
Leveraging the growing power of machine learning and natural language processing, Ohalo addressed challenges in data management and privacy at scale, enabling clients to understand and classify vast amounts of files.12 Sept 23•Dext PrepareDext: How Small Businesses Can Emulate Corporate-Level Efficiency in Finance
Let’s face it: when you’re running a small business, achieving the same level of efficiency as the big corporations can feel like an uphill battle.12 Sept 23•Dext CommerceGecko Bookkeeping: Cooking Up Success with Dext Prepare
Gecko Bookkeeping believes that the accounting process should be “simple, efficient and accurate” – and so do we.12 Sept 23•Dext PrepareHow to register a business name in the UK by FreeAgent
Congratulations, you’ve decided to start a business! Now you’re asking yourself, “how do I register my business name”? No worries, we’ve got your back with a quick guide to doing exactly that!11 Sept 23•FreeAgentFive ways to celebrate National Payroll Week in your small business by citrus HR
National Payroll Week is here once again! Taking place 4-8 of September this is that one week of the year to really celebrate the payroll heroes in your business.6 Sept 23•citrus HRHow to Market Your Accounting Business Successfully from GoProposal
In the 2nd of this 3-part blog series, learn the Marketing psychology and strategy that will set your accounting businesses up for success.5 Sept 23•GoProposalWhat Successful Accounting Businesses Do Differently from GoProposal
In the first of this 3-part blog series, learn the Mindset that sets all successful accounting businesses apart from the rest.4 Sept 23•GoProposalShould your small business use a consultant? by citrus HR
Choosing to use a consultant for your small business can bring many benefits.31 Aug 23•citrus HRBaxter World use Joiin to drive informed decision making
Baxter World is a firm of chartered accountants delivering small business accounting services. By focusing on outsourced bookkeeping, payroll and management accounts, the team ensures its customers can worry less about wading through paperwork and focus more on running their businesses.29 Aug 23•JoiinDext Prepare Takes TB Electrics From a Paper Trail to a Green Cloud Journey
To address their challenges, TB Electrics partnered with Accounts and Legal, a professional accounting firm. The firm recommended Dext Prepare, the automation tool designed to simplify accounting tasks.25 Aug 23•Dext PrepareWhere most prediction software falls short by Futrli
Tread carefully when looking for prediction software. Find out how to dig deeper into your predictions with the tools that count.24 Aug 23•Futrli by SageHow credit checking can impact your business relationships by Capitalise
Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and partners will be essential for a business’ growth and sustainability.22 Aug 23•CapitaliseSpotlight Reporting brings credibility to accounting firms and their clients
Juna Financials Solutions is an accounting and finance powerhouse that has elevated many businesses by offering comprehensive services with the perfect blend of talent and technology.22 Aug 23•Spotlight ReportingCan I claim business expenses without receipts by ExpenseOnDemand
Proper record keeping is crucial to ensure compliance with tax laws and maximize deductible expenses.21 Aug 23•ExpenseOnDemandWorking from Home Tax Relief by ExpenseOnDemand
This article explores the implications and benefits of claiming tax relief when working from home. With the increasing trend of remote work, it has become essential to understand the potential deductions and savings available to individuals.21 Aug 23•ExpenseOnDemandBusiness travel expenses by ExpenseOnDemand
Business travel expense management is all about controlling and tracking the costs of company travel. This can be a daunting task, as there are often many people involved in business travel and a variety of vendors that need to be tracked.21 Aug 23•ExpenseOnDemandShould Expenses Be Paid Through Payroll by ExpenseOnDemand
This article delves into the advantages and disadvantages of using payroll as a means of payment for expenses, providing insights into the potential impact on financial operations.21 Aug 23•ExpenseOnDemandHMRC Travel Expenses Guidelines by ExpenseOnDemand
This article provides a professional and concise overview of HMRC travel expenses. It covers the essential information related to claiming travel costs and highlights the key aspects individuals need to be aware of.21 Aug 23•ExpenseOnDemandDoes My Small Business Need Accounts Payable Software? by Zahara
There are a number of factors to consider, especially as you could be a part of the small demographic of businesses who would see no benefit from automating. Have a look and see if this applies to you.21 Aug 23•ZaharaHow company credit checks can help avoid bad debt by Capitalise
To safeguard your business's financial health and make informed decisions, company credit checks will be a crucial tool in your arsenal.18 Aug 23•CapitaliseExplained: Counter Proliferation financing (CPF) by Firmcheck
Counter Proliferation financing is key for accountants to understand as part of their AML/CFT measures to help reduce money-laundering globally.18 Aug 23•FirmcheckCapitalise: What is a cash flow statement?
Whether you're a business owner, an investor, or simply someone looking to understand financial statements, this article will break down the essentials of a cash flow statement and explain why it's a crucial aspect of financial analysis.17 Aug 23•CapitaliseBASIS PERIOD REFORM: All you need to know from Dext
Everything you need to know about the changes to unincorporated business tax accounting17 Aug 23•Dext PrepareHow FreeAgent uses AI
Take a closer look at how FreeAgent uses the latest AI technology to help accountants and their clients.17 Aug 23•FreeAgentJoke of the Day: Best Work Appropriate One-liners from MyDocSafe
Not everyone has a sense of humour. But humour can take you a long way if used right.16 Aug 23•MyDocSafeCash is King! 4 ways to keep your cash flow healthy by Futrli
Cash flow is essential to your business’ survival. Read our top 4 tips for taking control of your cash flow.16 Aug 23•Futrli by Sage10 Common Cash Flow Forecast Hurdles by Futrli
If there’s one thing that all small and medium-sized enterprises should prioritise, it’s their cash flow. Read on to find out the top 10 most common issues.14 Aug 23•Futrli by Sage6 small business admin tasks you no longer need to do yourself by FreeAgent
Find out how small business owners can take these six admin tasks off their plate and give themselves more time for more important jobs.14 Aug 23•FreeAgentHow to check for CCJs on your business by Capitalise
A county court judgement (CCJ) is issued by county courts to enforce debt payments and will have severe consequences for a business's reputation and financial standing if left unaddressed. Find out why regularly checking for CCJs is essential for your businesses and how you can check for CCJs.11 Aug 23•CapitaliseYour AI terminology cheat sheet: GPT, ChatGPT, LLaMa, Alpaca, Bard, LLMs from Karbon
Demystify generative AI with this beginner’s guide to AI terminology.11 Aug 23•KarbonGrowing in tandem: Alasdair McGill and his client, Colin Munro by Karbon
Accountant Alasdair McGill and his client, Colin Munro, discuss how doing good work for good people grows both of their companies.11 Aug 23•KarbonHire curious people and adopt a ‘financial therapy mindset’, with Jennie Moore by Karbon
Jennie Moore, Partnerships Manager at Ignition and Founder of Moore Details, shares how accountants can be more like financial therapists than number crunchers.11 Aug 23•Karbon10 pros and cons of using ChatGPT and generative AI in accounting
ChatGPT and other generative AI tools have the power to transform an accounting firm’s potential, but knowing its pros and cons is key.11 Aug 23•KarbonData processing pitfalls: why accountancy firms should switch from manual to automatic by IRIS Elements
Data errors, uneven processes and patchy compliance procedures – what do they all have in common? They’re pitfalls of manual processes.9 Aug 23•IRIS ElementsYour guide to updating vendor software prices with Ignition
Changes to cloud subscriptions can mean you need an easy way to update your service prices.9 Aug 23•IgnitionHow to manage work experience requests by citrus HR
This blog aims to help you understand how you can manage a work experience placement so that it is a successful and worthwhile exercise, for both the student/volunteer involved and your organisation.9 Aug 23•citrus HRPer Diem Meaning from ExpenseOnDemand
A per diem allowance covers various expenses incurred by individuals during their travel or business trips.9 Aug 23•ExpenseOnDemandT&E expenses from ExpenseOnDemand
On average, businesses allocate approximately 10% of their budgets to T&E. Therefore, if you aim to reduce expenses or enhance the efficiency of your business processes, addressing T&E becomes a crucial matter.9 Aug 23•ExpenseOnDemandHow to Keep Track of Business Expenses from ExpenseOnDemand
Tracking business expenses is crucial for understanding the financial health of a company. By comprehending the significance of monitoring expenditures, businesses can make informed decisions about budgeting, cash flow, and profitability.9 Aug 23•ExpenseOnDemandBusiness Expenses: what they are and how small businesses can manage them by ExpenseOnDemand
In this guide, we will discuss what expenses are, which business expenses you can claim, and how to claim them. We will also provide some tips for managing your expenses and saving money.9 Aug 23•ExpenseOnDemandHow to explain Anti-money laundering (AML) checks to your clients by Firmcheck
AML checks can sometimes hold up your client onboarding process – here’s how and why you need to explain them to your clients.8 Aug 23•FirmcheckWhy AI Can’t Replace Your Accountant by Dext
It’s vital to understand that, while AI can certainly revolutionise aspects of accounting, the complete replacement of your accountant with AI remains not only implausible but undesirable.8 Aug 23•Dext PrecisionHow To Start Automating Expense Data Entry From Today from ExpenseOnDemand
Manual expenses take time, a lot of it. There are better ways to manage expenses and it starts with choosing an expense management system that can help. Our guide shows you step by step how you can get started with automation.8 Aug 23•ExpenseOnDemandWhat is 'Work-In-Progress'? nettTracker
How Work-In-Progress (WIP) is valued largely depends on the systems and procedures that a business has in place.7 Aug 23•nettTrackerThinking about changing accounting software? Research with App Advisory Plus
Price rises always cause problems, so why not shop around?7 Aug 23•Daisy WalkerHow to create an App Stack and White-Labelled Report using App Advisory Plus
Learn how to use App Advisory Plus, from App research and comparison to final thoughts presentation.7 Aug 23•Daisy WalkerHow to Compare Apps with App Advisory Plus
Sick of opening a new tab for every App you research? Everything you need to know about the Apps you're looking for, all in one place.7 Aug 23•Daisy Walker
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