How to choose an accountant for your small business
A practical guide to choosing a small business accountant, including services, fees, qualifications, communication, software and the level of support your business needs.
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Clear, practical guides to help UK individuals, contractors and small businesses understand accountancy, tax and financial matters. Explore our guides on Self Assessment, tax planning, bookkeeping, Making Tax Digital and running a small business.
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Our guides are designed to explain common accountancy and tax topics in straightforward language. They provide general information and should not be treated as advice for your individual circumstances.
Self Assessment tax return guide: what you need to know
A practical UK guide to Self Assessment, including who may need to file, what records to keep, important deadlines, payments on account and common mistakes to avoid.
Read the guide →Limited company director tax planning: a practical guide
A practical guide to tax planning for limited company directors, covering salary, dividends, Corporation Tax, expenses, pension contributions and planning ahead.
Read the guide →Making Tax Digital for small businesses: what you need to know
A practical guide to Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, including who needs to use it, key dates, digital records, quarterly updates and how small businesses can prepare.
Read the guide →Cash flow tips for small businesses: a practical guide
Practical cash flow tips for small businesses, including forecasting, invoicing, managing expenses, planning for tax and improving visibility over business finances.
Read the guide →Accounting software for small businesses: how to choose the right system
A practical guide to choosing accounting software for a small business, covering bookkeeping, invoicing, bank feeds, VAT, payroll, Making Tax Digital and working with an accountant.
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