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6 Ways Xero Accounting Software Can Help Your SME

One of the most important ingredients to a healthy business is accurate accounting. Without this, businesses would struggle to chase their accounts payables, pay their employees or file accurate taxes. Xero accounting software is one of the most popular options to keep the finances of your small business under control. In this article, we’ll discuss six ways Xero can help your small-to-medium-sized business become more efficient at handling financials.

Top 5 Accounting Practices for Software and IT Businesses

The UK tech industry is one of the most booming sectors globally, reaching a combined market value of 1 trillion in 2022. However, navigating a software or tech company can be complicated as it carries unique challenges for even the most weathered business leader. This article will explore the five most important accounting practices for software and IT businesses to make the journey a bit easier.

SME Accounting Trends and Challenges in 2023 (+Action Items)

In 2022, the lingering pandemic, socio-political events, rising energy prices and economic downturn have all presented challenges to every company owner in the UK and throughout the world. As companies reinvented themselves, they quickly realised they needed to foolproof their core operations to continue fighting through turbulent times. Here are the seven SME accounting trends and challenges every entrepreneur should be ready for in 2023.

Getting Your Books Right: 5 Retail Accounting Challenges

The last couple of years saw the retail industry skyrocketing to unprecedented levels. The limitations of the pandemic era and the changing customer habits of the uptake in hybrid working patterns created a fertile ground for growth. The value of UK retail sales rose to £421bn in 2021, but the rise in customer demands came with its challenges. One of the difficulties that growing retail businesses face is accounting, which will be the focus of this article.

Accounting for Technology Companies: Challenges and Solutions

The global technology industry is projected to exceed 5.3 trillion USD (4.6 trillion GBP) in 2022. Setting up a tech business is a way forward for many entrepreneurs who want to take advantage of favourable market conditions and an excellent growth trajectory. With our knowledge and expertise we bring to you this article on the most common accounting challenges in the technology industry and solutions to tackle them.

How to Outsource Your Accounting Function

If you have decided to outsource your finance function, you are probably already aware of the numerous benefits an external financial partner can bring to your business. With 37% of SMEs outsourcing at least one of their business processes, you are not alone on this path. Now that you are ready for the next step, you may wonder where to start. In this article, we will walk you through the process of finding the right accounting solutions and starting an effective partnership.

Accounting for Manufacturing Businesses: Everything You Need to Know

With an annual output of £183 billion, manufacturing is one of the largest operating sectors in the world. It is also a highly unique industry that requires increased attention from an accounting perspective. While most traditional companies sell stock or services, only manufacturers create their products from the ground up. In the following article, we will discuss how accounting for manufacturing differs from mainstream applications and share best practices for success.

7 Accounting Services That Your Business Can Outsource

No matter the size of your business, accounting functions are one of the essential elements to get right. When volumes are increasing, accounting departments can often get overwhelmed, which can cause delayed payments and bad reporting cycles. External financial service providers can provide a solution that can grow with your business needs and allow you to focus on core activities. But what services can you outsource exactly?

Key Strategies for Improving Your Accounts Payable Process

Unlike accounts receivable, accounts payable often get less attention since businesses naturally prioritise revenue-generating tasks. However, optimising accounts payable performance can provide a base for accurate cash flow forecasting while allowing to reach higher profit margins. This article will discuss how companies can improve their accounts payable processes to maximise value, so stay until the end to learn it all.