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Iris - download your guide for tax season success10 Feb 25•IRIS Kashflow&IRIS ElementsAccountsIQ - 5 economic challenges CFOs will face in 2025 (and how to navigate them)
In this article, AccountsIQ check out the top 5 economic challenges CFOs and finance leaders face in 2025, with some insights into how you might navigate them effectively.10 Feb 25•AccountsIQThe accounting recruitment crisis: how practices are navigating the challenges
Attracting and retaining talent in the accounting industry has never been more challenging.7 Feb 25•FreeAgent
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Karbon - 5 accounting firm M&A predictions for 2025
In this article from Karbon Marc Howard shares his top predictions for M&A in accounting for 2025—from cross-border micro-mergers to tech-centric valuations.11 Feb 25•KarbonIris - Your guide for tax season success
Iris - download your guide for tax season success10 Feb 25•IRIS Kashflow&IRIS ElementsAccountsIQ - 5 economic challenges CFOs will face in 2025 (and how to navigate them)
In this article, AccountsIQ check out the top 5 economic challenges CFOs and finance leaders face in 2025, with some insights into how you might navigate them effectively.10 Feb 25•AccountsIQThe accounting recruitment crisis: how practices are navigating the challenges
Attracting and retaining talent in the accounting industry has never been more challenging.7 Feb 25•FreeAgentCapium - Top 5 Accounting Transformations
How Accounting in the UK Has Changed Over the Last Decade: Top 5 Transformations4 Feb 25•CapiumOTE Meaning: An Employers’ Guide
As an employer, you may already know what ‘OTE’ means and use it to structure salaries in your business. Alternatively, you may wonder what the best compensation options are to motivate your employees and are considering an OTE approach. Either way, it’s a good idea to refresh yourself on what exactly is the OTE meaning for salaries, employers, and employees.29 Jan 25•Factorial HRZahara - What is 3-Way Matching?
The Importance of 3-Way Matching in Accounts Payable Automation29 Jan 25•ZaharaAirwallex - How encryption safeguards sensitive payment data
How do you keep customer payment information safe, prevent fraud, and build trust in an era of constant cyber threats?28 Jan 25•AirwallexWhy MDT IT is a great opportunity to win new clients
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD IT) calls for large numbers of businesses to digitise financial records for the first time — adding new complex requirements.27 Jan 25•Dext &Dext Commerce&Dext PrecisionPredictions for 2025: Trends for service-based businesses
Trends service-based businesses can’t afford to ignore27 Jan 25•IgnitionSelf-Assessment Season: 7 Mistakes to Avoid Before the Final Rush
With the 31 January deadline fast approaching, it’s time to focus, fine-tune your processes, and avoid the mistakes that can make this busy period even more stressful.20 Jan 25•CapiumMaking Tax Digital for Income Tax: How Accountants can be ready?
Making Tax Digital for income tax (MTD IT) is reshaping the tax process for businesses and individuals, moving towards more efficient and error-free digital record-keeping and submissions.15 Jan 25•GoProposalFreeAgent - Small business accounting calendar 2025: key tax dates and deadlines
FreeAgent have put together some key dates to help you stay on top of your tax obligations throughout 2025.13 Jan 25•FreeAgentFutrli - Why accountants need to embrace advisory (and how to sell it effectively)
Automation and artificial intelligence are transforming accounting. Advisory work is emerging as the next step for accountants looking to stay relevant.13 Jan 25•Futrli by SageHere’s advice worth £6,000 from the year’s top finance leaders
What’s one piece of advice that would have been worth £1,000 if you’d had it early in your career?11 Jan 25•iplicitUK SMBs losing as much as £1.1bn per month from poor expense tracking
According to new research from Dext, the leading bookkeeping automation platform provider, the UK’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) surveyed could be losing a staggering average of £742 every month from incorrect invoicing stemming from poor tracking of rechargeable expenses.10 Jan 25•DextWhen SaaS businesses are held back by their own software
Andy tells of his own experience moving on from on-premises software and entry-level cloud systems.18 Dec 24•iplicitWhy capacity planning is vital for tax firms
Cassidy Jakovickas from MBS Accountancy shares how careful and considered capacity planning unlocks firm growth.16 Dec 24•KarbonAI in Accounting: The Fine Line Between Innovation and Risk
Let’s dive into what accountants should know and do to navigate AI in today’s fast-moving technology environment.15 Dec 24•XBertHow to write a winning consulting proposal
Guide to guide to streamline your proposal creation.15 Dec 24•IgnitionExpanding your services: How to offer client advisory as a Bookkeeper or Accountant
This article will explore one of those critical opportunities, Client Advisory Services (CAS).5 Dec 24•DextWhy CFOs say they’d need a six-day week – and how they can reclaim time for strategic decisions
5 Dec 24•AccountsIQ5 ways to future-proof your business
With long-term success as the end goal, this article shares five key ways to prepare your business for whatever the future holds.3 Dec 24•DextYoco automates complex approvals to move at speed
Learn how fintech company Yoco uses ApprovalMax to automate sophisticated approval workflows with ease and build strong processes for fast growth.29 Nov 24•ApprovalMaxAccountants: how to tackle the toughest moments of tax season
Let’s look at how to navigate this demanding period without burning out.28 Nov 24•IRIS ElementsPricing strategies for Accountants and Bookkeepers in 2025
This article is about helping you understand different pricing strategies in order to set the right prices in 2025 and beyond. Plus, we’ll explore ways to maximise client billing and how technology can boost your fixed-rate margins and help price yourself competitively.27 Nov 24•DextChancellor Rachel Reeves's first Budget raises taxes on business but softens the blow with targeted support
Futrli by Sage are here to help you make sense of all things Autumn Budget26 Nov 24•Futrli by SageKeep calm during Self Assessment season
Self Assessment season is upon us once again. While January is sure to be busy, it doesn’t mean it has to be stressful. From ensuring your clients are well prepared to looking after your own wellbeing, we’ve put together some useful tips that should help you stay cool as a cucumber all the way to 31st January.26 Nov 24•FreeAgentFast-growing business illumin speeds up approvals by 50%
Learn how journey advertising platform illumin uses ApprovalMax to speed up and automate approvals for its next phase of growth.22 Nov 24•ApprovalMaxThe confidence shift: How business advisory can reignite the accounting industry
Lynda Steffens explains why business advisory will reignite the accounting profession by providing accountants with purpose, elevating their self-esteem, and fulfilling their careers.18 Nov 24•KarbonHow to answer critical questions sole traders have on the MTD ITSA 2026 deadline
Discover how to prepare sole traders for the upcoming changes in tax and expense management, address common questions, and leverage Dext Solo to streamline processes and set your firm up for success well ahead of the April 2026 deadline.13 Nov 24•DextWhat does the Autumn Budget 2024 mean for accountants and bookkeepers?
In this blog, we’ll be summarising all of the key talking points from the Budget, and provide clear guidance on what this means for accountants and bookkeepers and their clients. 13 Nov 24•DextGuide to Construction Scheduling
Construction scheduling is a massive part of any building or construction project. It requires meticulous planning, coordination, and the ability to line up multiple tasks at once in order to complete projects on time, on budget and within the proper guidelines. Here, we’ll guide you through the construction scheduling process, the role it plays, and effective techniques to master it.12 Nov 24•LiveCostsHow to grow and scale your bookkeeping business: From setup to success
Starting a bookkeeping business is a great way to build a flexible, profitable service with low startup costs. And taking it to the next level means finding smarter ways to work and deliver value to your clients.12 Nov 24•IgnitionMaking neuroinclusion your firm’s 2025 growth strategy
Sarah Ennor shares how you can tap into your neurodiverse workforce to accelerate your firm's growth12 Nov 24•KarbonHow ApprovalMax’s Budget Checking feature streamlines your financial management
Say goodbye to the stress of budget management and hello to more effective financial oversight with ApprovalMax’s Budget Checking feature. Let’s dive in and explore how this valuable tool can benefit your company.8 Nov 24•ApprovalMaxInsights from the October 2024 ApprovalMax Product webinar
Join us as we recap the ApprovalMax October 2024 Product Webinar, where we introduce new features and improvements to help automate your accounts payable and receivable processes.8 Nov 24•ApprovalMaxWhat does the Autumn Budget 2024 mean for accountants and bookkeepers?
In this blog, we’ll be summarising all of the key talking points from the Budget, and provide clear guidance on what this means for accountants and bookkeepers and their clients. 4 Nov 24How to go on vacation without worrying about work (3-step process)
Isaac Smith from TeamUp reveals how he takes vacations, completely unplugs (no email), and never worries about work while he's away.4 Nov 24•KarbonDo I need a business bank account?
Airwallex offers a business account alternative to traditional banks, providing lower fees, fast international transfers, and enhanced financial management features to streamline payments for businesses.4 Nov 24•Airwallex11 must-see sessions at Accountex Canada 2024
Make the most of your time at Accountex Canada 2024 with this hand-picked round-up of 11 must-see sessions.30 Oct 24•KarbonThe Bookkeeping Bureau: How innovative reporting tools set them apart from the competition
What distinguishes an exceptional accounting firm? It’s the perfect combination of knowledge, expertise, culture, and an unwavering commitment to client success29 Oct 24•Spotlight ReportingUnearthing terrifying payroll horror stories
With Halloween quickly approaching, things are beginning to feel awfully spooky. Now, while some may not view payroll as the most frightening thing, errors and mistakes can spell terrifying disaster for businesses.29 Oct 24•IRIS ElementsBeyond big business: Exploring three use cases for approval automation
Time and time again, I hear from bookkeepers that their clients ‘aren’t big enough’ to need approvals. This type of thinking holds so many businesses – of all sizes – back from experiencing the benefits of strong approvals and tools, like ApprovalMax, that support it.21 Oct 24•ApprovalMaxSeven Talent Management Strategies for Startups
Why are Talent Management Practices Important for Startups? Talent management strategy has become increasingly important in the last decade, especially following the pandemic. The labour shortage in the UK and the US has meant companies are fighting for and struggling to retain talent. The Federation of Small Businesses has reported that as many as 80% of small firms faced difficulties recruiting applicants with suitable skills in the previous 12 months. Start-ups must work out how to keep their teams engaged to stay innovative and profitable. If they can’t source or retain the talent they need, they will struggle to grow. On the other hand, getting it right can give start ups a strong competitive advantage. In this article, we’ll discuss the key tenets of talent management strategy for startups and how to implement them effectively in your business.16 Oct 24•Factorial HRA Holistic Approach to Mastering Company Finances
The words “financial management” may crop up frequently in business conversations, but how often do we stop to think about what they mean and whether we have sound processes in place for the financial health of our company? In this guide, we’ll cover what financial management involves and some of the tools available to help your business.16 Oct 24•Factorial HRThe importance of finding the right leader to drive change management in traditional firms
To effectively manage change at an established firm, you need the right person in the right role. Here's how a great leader can enable teams to confidently move towards change.30 Sept 24•Karbon17 free payroll templates (and when to use them)
As accounting firms face increasing workloads due to a shrinking talent pool, streamlined payroll workflows are essential—download customisable templates from the Karbon Template Library to save time and enhance client value.17 Sept 24•KarbonBalancing act: The benefits and pitfalls of hybrid work
Hybrid working has surged in popularity, offering a flexible balance between remote and in-office work, but it comes with its own set of challenges for businesses to navigate.16 Sept 24•SafeHR (formerly citrus HR)9 must-see sessions at Accountex Summit Manchester 2024
32 CPD-accredited seminars. 120+ exhibitors. An entire crowd of attendees to network with. Tickets are free. Want to get on the plane yet?12 Sept 24•KarbonBookkeeper: Enhance Your Accuracy and Productivity with Dext
Dext revolutionises bookkeeping by automating data capture and processing, enhancing accuracy, and boosting productivity, allowing bookkeepers to efficiently manage more clients and grow their businesses.12 Sept 245 tips to find, keep and grow small business clients
Looking to elevate small business client experiences? Kirsty Mitchell, Head of Practice Marketing, collaborated with experts from Nordens and TaxAssist Accountants in a growth masterclass to share top strategies for retaining, attracting, and growing clients. Discover five essential tips from the session to help accountants and bookkeepers enhance their practices.12 Sept 24•FreeAgent
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