Using the advisory fuel rates
HMRC publish fuel-only rates which are only of relevance where an employee has a company car. The rates, which are updated quarterly, can only be …
Overdrawn directors’ loan accounts and section 455 tax
A director’s loan account is simply a means of keeping track of transactions between the director and the company of which they are a director. …
Correcting errors in VAT returns
It used to be possible to report errors in a VAT return to HMRC on form VAT652. This is no longer the case; form VAT652 …
Utilising the tax exemption for Christmas parties
Many employers have a social event for employees around the Christmas period. This may take the form of a Christmas party or dinner or another …
Autumn Budget 2025 – Key Highlights
Following are some of the key highlights from the autumn budget 2025: Personal Taxes & Savings Property & Wealth Transport & Consumption Business-Relevant Measures Fiscal …
Why SMEs in London Should Outsource Payroll
Payroll is one of the few areas of a business where accuracy isn’t optional. It has to be right, every single time. For SMEs in …
Monthly vs Quarterly Management Accounts: Which Is Right for Your Business?
Making the right choice for your business’s financial health – What shoud be the frequency of management accounts? For SMEs, management accounts are the backbone …
Best Management Accounts Software & Tools for UK SMEs
Choose the right system to bring clarity, control and consistency to your monthly reporting Management accounts are only as good as the data behind them.For …
Management Accounts Costs in London: How Much Should You Pay?
Understanding value, not just numbers When business owners in London start asking, “How much do management accounts cost?”, what they really want to know is: …
How to Prepare Management Accounts Step-by-Step (UK SMEs Guide)
From raw numbers to real business insight Every UK business keeps financial records, but only a few turn those numbers into real insight.That’s what management …
What Are Management Accounts? A Simple Guide for UK Businesses
The hidden power behind every confident business decision Many UK business owners track sales, cash, and profit, yet still find themselves surprised by year-end results.That’s …
Tax Code 1131N Explained – What It Means and How It Affects Your Pay
Ever looked at your payslip and wondered why it says “1131N” instead of the usual “1257L”?You’re not alone. Most people never check their tax code …
