The latest accountancy news
February 2023
Why we can’t keep old reports (and other burning questions)
[ad_1] The retirement of old reports is now only a little over five months away. If you’re like many small business owners and advisors, you’re probably starting to seriously think about how this will impact [...]
Amazing Apprenticeships unlocks the power of apprenticeships for small businesses
[ad_1] In honour of National Apprenticeship Week, we spoke with Anna Morrison, the founder of Amazing Apprenticeships, a leading organisation in the education sector, working with schools, colleges and businesses of all sizes to tackle [...]
In the face of disruption, the advisory industry is stronger than ever
[ad_1] Over recent years, the world of advisory has experienced a seismic shift. In the face of immense obstacles and equally great learnings, the profession is evolving. Why? Because, more than ever, accountants and bookkeepers [...]
How CommBank and Waddle, from Xero, are unlocking cash in unpaid invoices to help small business grow
[ad_1] Amid stubborn global inflation, tightening monetary policy and ongoing energy and supply chain impacts, it’s important for small businesses to look at how they’re managing their cash flow. Cash flow is king again and [...]
Xero included in 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
[ad_1] Xero’s commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging has driven our inclusion in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fourth consecutive year. Like last year, Xero is the one and only company headquartered in New [...]
Why you should connect with your community this summer
[ad_1] The summer months are some of the busiest of the year for small business owners. As the peak period for gifting, festivities and tourism, many entrepreneurs aim to make the most of the seasonal [...]
Xero Assistance Programme extends to all small businesses in Auckland, Northland, Waikato
[ad_1] In the wake of extreme weather events, the Xero Assistance Programme (XAP) is being extended to all small businesses in the Auckland, Northland and Waikato regions. From Wednesday 1st February through to Friday 31st [...]
Latest product news — February 2023
[ad_1] It’s time to switch to new reports If you haven’t made the switch to new reports, we urge you to start moving your work across now, so you have plenty of time to get [...]
MHH Practice boosts efficiency with new invoicing
[ad_1] Accounting has changed dramatically over the last few years. Automation, digital transformation and the acceleration of the cloud have all played an important role in shaping it. But amongst all of this change, one [...]
January 2023
Xero Roadshow 2023: Every step counts
[ad_1] This February, we’re pumped to be hitting Australia’s major cities and regional towns for – you guessed it – Xero Roadshow 2023! From Geelong to the Gold Coast and Parramatta to Perth, we’ll be touring [...]
Four ways to get your banking data into Xero
[ad_1] One of your most important accounting jobs — bank reconciliation — relies heavily on getting accurate banking data into Xero. Yet entering bank transactions manually is often time-consuming and error-prone. Regular bank reconciliation not [...]
The small business guide to MTD for VAT penalties
[ad_1] This blog was first published in April 2022 and updated in January 2023. If you’re a VAT-registered business, you may have received a letter or email from HMRC, informing you that the new penalty [...]
Why now is the time to transition to STP Phase 2 in Xero
[ad_1] By now, you’ll be familiar with Single Touch Payroll Phase 2. This will see your business build on its existing STP reporting to share more information with the ATO and additional government agencies whenever [...]
How small businesses are levelling up both their compliance and their digital and data capabilities in the face of growing regulation
[ad_1] We held our sixth Responsible Data Use Advisory Council meeting just before Christmas last year. This was another fantastic opportunity to tap the wealth of expertise of our council members about emerging trends around [...]
Why we’re proud to be one of Canada’s great places to work
[ad_1] At Xero, we take pride not just in the work that we do every day to help accountants, bookkeepers and small businesses around the world, but also in how we try to create a [...]
Three things you may not realise about Xero
[ad_1] At Xero, our aim is to make life easier for accountants, bookkeepers and small businesses. And we understand that there’s a lot to get your head around, so we’ve shared three key facts about [...]
December 2022
Xero partners with New Zealand Football to support football communities in Aotearoa
[ad_1] I’m thrilled to announce Xero is partnering with New Zealand Football to help support football clubs across Aotearoa, helping Kiwis balance better numbers off the field through a club support programme. Through this long-term [...]
Making Tax Digital for ITSA has been delayed, but we’re ready to support you
[ad_1] HMRC has announced that Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA) has been delayed until April 2026. With small businesses, accountants and bookkeepers facing challenging times, we understand and support the [...]
Key insights into small business performance in 2022
[ad_1] While many hoped 2022 would be a year of recalibrating and regaining some certainty, it instead brought more change that small businesses have had to adapt to. We’ve been talking to our customers throughout [...]
Tips to keep sustainability top of mind this festive season
[ad_1] After a turbulent few years for the world, this end of year period is shaping up to be a time of relative normality and a great chance to unwind, rest and have the time [...]
Five tips for small businesses to kickstart the New Year
[ad_1] Running a small business is no small feat. The journey can be a roller coaster of ups and downs, and sometimes sound business advice can be tricky to come by. As the holiday season [...]