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A Festive Tax Break
As Christmas approaches thoughts turns to office parties. So what view does the tax man take when an employer arranges a Christmas party for their staff?
Self Assessment Penalties
The self-assessment system was introduced in 1996 and at present HM Revenue & Customs require about 10 million individuals to file returns each year.
Should I Incorporate?
This is a question we are frequently asked by locums. The answer is “it all depends”.
The 1000% Tax Trap - And How To Avoid It
Imagine getting a pay rise of £1,000 per annum and then finding your tax liability increasing by £1,055, that’s over 100% tax. Now imagine your pay rise is just £100 but your extra tax liability is still £1,055. That’s a tax rate of over 1000%!
Pharmacy Locum Tax Planning
At what point should a sole trader pharmacy locum consider operating via a limited company? The answer to this depends on a number of factors, which are specific to the individual.
2010/2011 Tax Year End Planning
February is a good time for individuals to have a think if there are any simple steps they can take to minimise their tax liabilities.
New Pension Regime - Government Announcement 9th December 2010
We detailed the key points arising from the Government's announcement on 9th December 2010 regarding the future direction of pension provision in the UK.

 

 

Looking for the Right Accountant for Your Business

Accounting is a critical area in business that cannot be done on your own unless you are educated and trained to do so. It is also an area in which you cannot just trust anyone who says he can perform accounting tasks. For these reasons, utmost care must be taken in choosing the right accountant for your business.

Firstly, gather a list of all the available accountants and accountancy outsourcing firms in your area. For outsourcing firms, they should clearly state that they are capable of working within your country of jurisdiction. Arrange for initial appointments (one at a time) with the accountants. Tell them the nature of your business and ask them how they can contribute to make it grow with their professional services. Ask them specific details on how they go about their standard procedures, how accessible they are for emergency needs, and how often they provide taxation updates.

The number of accountants should be in consonance with the current size of your business and the scope of accounting services you require. Decide whether you need in-house accountants or outsourced professionals. In-house accountants can eventually get to know your business very well as they would be exposed to its operations on a daily basis. On the other hand, hiring outsourced accountants can significantly cut on overhead expenses as they do not demand bonuses and work leaves.

Furthermore, the accountants must be experienced and particularly skilled to handle businesses like yours. For instance, there are accountants that concentrate in dealing with pharmacies in the United Kingdom. This is a crucial element because the accountants will not just look at your ledgers and books; they will also be able to provide you with suitable financial advice given the state of your accounts.


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