While it is incredibly tempting to wind down in the days leading up to Christmas and take it easy between Christmas and the New Year celebrations, it really is the perfect time to ensure that your accounts are in tip top shape.
Category Archives: Management Accounts
Solving a Finance Director’s Worst Nightmares: Strategies to mitigate or prevent them from occurring
Finance professionals are not only responsible for financial transactions and reporting, they are directly involved in the operation of their organisations; providing strategic direction and high-level decision making. However, with this expanded responsibility and new technology, there comes new challenges.
How to create a financial forecast
A financial forecast is an important tool to help you understand the steps you need to take to grow your business or remain profitable. In business, many factors are beyond your control but it’s invaluable to know what to expect in the near future and plan ahead. This is where financial forecasting will help. Here is the HB guide to the value of a financial forecast and how to implement financial forecasting across your business.
5 cost reduction strategies that do not sacrifice growth
It’s a delicate balancing act to keep expenses down whilst still investing in growth and innovation. It is tough but it is possible to reduce costs without impacting growth by identifying and eliminating wasteful spending and ultimately build a lean, efficient business that can weather economic storms and be poised to seize new opportunities. Here are 5 proven cost reduction strategies that can help your business achieve longterm positive results.
5 Common Tax Mistakes Small Businesses Make (And How to Avoid Them)
We have taken a look at the top common tax mistakes made by small businesses. The HB team works with all our clients to ensure that they remain compliant with tax and filing regulations and we are definitely not saying that all small businesses make these errors. However, it’s always worth reminding ourselves what needs to be done and our top tips to avoid making tax mistakes. Here they are, in no particular order:
Difficult Times, Difficult Decisions for Businesses
The current economic outlook is to say the least, uncertain. Economic questions cloud the future. Interest rates, inflation, and the ongoing implications of Brexit have an impact. As does the consequences of global warming and the conflict in Europe and further afield. Forthcoming elections both here and abroad also make it harder to understand a business’ viability trading forward.
Happy New Tax Year! Navigate your 2024-25 Tax Year With Ease
Getting ready for the end of your tax year might appear daunting but don’t dread it, consider embracing it. This is an excellent opportunity to organise your business. This is easier when you have a great relationship with your accountant and you keep good records.
UK Tax Rates for 2024-25 – Key Changes
The start of the 2024-25 tax year is almost here. It is important to understand any changes to UK tax rates and allowances because this allows you to make the most of the opportunities available to you. This applies to your business, and for you personally.
Changing Accountants: moving to a new accountant
Switching accountants is easy and doesn’t need to cause stress, effort, or disruption to your business. Despite what an accountant may allude to, it can be a simple process. If changing accountants feels like the right move for you, read on
Elevate Your Finance Department: How Your Accountant Can Be Your Strategic Ally
Finance directors of growth businesses, like you, are constantly faced with the challenge of steering the financial ship toward greater prosperity. To help you navigate this dynamic journey, let’s delve into how partnering with the right accountant, can be a game-changer for your role and your business’s success.