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Blog7th Nov 2018

The ever-expanding functionality of Xero – CIS

If you work in the construction industry you may find the daily/monthly administration side of CIS a burden.  You have to:

Blog6th Nov 2018

An overview of the Scottish Deals market

The Scottish deals market remains healthy with positive deal activity being reported in most industry sectors underpinned by stable market conditions in spite of the wider political uncertainty over Brexit. We continue to see good deal opportunities across the whole…

By Douglas Michael

Blog5th Nov 2018

The Forecast Is Cloud With More Chance of Success

The change which has taken place in the world of accounting software over the last 10 years has been nothing if not seismic, as innovative cloud-based solutions have transformed how people work. It’s not just about the benefits of being…

By Gillian Rushton

Blog2nd Nov 2018

MTD for VAT: Frequently Asked Questions

  Making Tax Digital for VAT (MTDfVAT) is coming April 2019… less than 5 months away!  If you are not aware of MTDfVAT please let me provide a brief overview:

Blog1st Nov 2018

HMRC reach conclusion on 2016/17 tax errors – 30,000 individuals potentially affected

HMRC are to undertake a detailed review of around 30,000 Self Assessment tax returns submitted for the 2016/17 tax year and some individuals could find themselves with extra tax to pay.

Blog31st Oct 2018

Outsourcing payroll – would it work for your business?

According to recent research, outsourcing payroll is the fastest growing sector in the global human resources outsourcing market. Could this be a cheaper option for your business in challenging times?

Blog30th Oct 2018

The impact of Philip Hammond’s Budget

Philip Hammond’s budget presents a mixed bag for business….

Blog29th Oct 2018

Why Should a Business Consider Outsourcing their Accounting?

With the availability of advanced financial automation solution cloud-based accounting systems, all types of businesses from start-ups to large companies can take advantage and reap the short and long-term benefits of outsourcing their accounting function.

Blog26th Oct 2018

The Future of Payroll – credit where credit’s due

Over the past 25 years, the Payroll function has evolved and is now recognised as a profession in its own right! Approximately 32.5 million employees are paid in the UK every year. No matter the size of your Payroll with…

Blog24th Oct 2018

How to avoid the common tax pitfalls when selling your business

  The disposal of a business should always be driven by the commercial objectives of the buyer and the seller and tax planning should not distract from this.  However, for most business owners, the sale of a business is a…

Blog22nd Oct 2018

Overdrawn directors’ loan balances – Part 2

In my previous blog, I considered the implications of an overdrawn director’s loan balance in a company with cash flow struggles.

Blog19th Oct 2018

Cloud Accounting – Why should I care? Post-Event Review

Last week AAB hosted two successful events ‘Cloud Accounting – Why Should I Care’. Our guest speakers gave insights into the difference the adoption of cloud-based software can make to a business.