The latest accountancy news
October 2019
Feedback sought on rules for deducting land holding costs
[ad_1] There is currently a lack of clarity around the deductibility of holding costs (for example, rates, interest, insurance, and repairs and maintenance expenditure) where land that is subject to tax on sale is used [...]
A cheat sheet to Xero Roadshow Asia 2019
[ad_1] Xero Roadshow Asia 2019 is just around the corner – and we’re so pumped to be bringing it to you in 3 cities this year – Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong. It’s going to [...]
Making AML requirements a breeze for accountants
[ad_1] Recent Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements are placing a burden on accountants, adding more admin and paperwork to their workload. Reg-tech start-up, First AML have come up with an innovative solution that uses technology to [...]
The final countdown to Making Tax Digital for VAT (part 3) – your questions answered
[ad_1] In the final post of our Making Tax Digital Countdown series, we speak to accountant Linda Gibson from Gibson Whitter. She unpicks some of the challenging questions you might have from using spreadsheets to [...]
Six ways to manage employee wellbeing
[ad_1] Over the last few years, large corporations have become obsessed with the mental health and wellbeing of their employees. And they’ve made a lot of progress – from providing fresh fruit and gym memberships. [...]
Humans of Xero: Sarah Foo
[ad_1] Our Humans of Xero blog series features one of our awesome Xero staff members. Learn all about their dreams, some fascinating facts and what makes them tick! Meet Sarah – originally from New Zealand [...]
What you’ll learn by attending Day Xero (formerly Uni Day)
[ad_1] As the excitement builds for this year’s Xerocon, we want to make sure that Day Xero (formerly Uni Day) is on your radar. Scheduled the day before Xerocon starts, Day Xero features tailored workshops [...]
The Xero NZ Roadshow has arrived!
[ad_1] We’re back bigger than ever with this year’s NZ Roadshow, travelling from Whangarei to Invercargill, visiting 18 locations across the country. We’re hosting 39 awesome events that are tailored to accountants, bookkeepers and small [...]
September 2019
Embracing the app ecosystem to unlock profit
[ad_1] On the Xero Ecosystem team, we have the privilege of working closely not only with innovative app makers but to Xero accounting and bookkeeping partners. We see and hear daily from partners that want [...]
The impact of Brexit on small businesses: where to turn
[ad_1] Since our last Brexit blog, a lot has changed. There has been a new Prime Minister, Parliament has been suspended, and two deals have been refused. The situation changes every minute. Boris Johnson has [...]
A Canadian partner shares his journey from zero to gold partner
[ad_1] To help us countdown to Xero Roadshow Canada, we’ve asked some of our partners to share experiences of their first Xero roadshow, recommendations for like-minded advisors, and their journey to becoming a Xero gold [...]
Calling accountants and bookkeepers – be sure to explore our app ecosystem at Xero Roadshow Asia 2019
[ad_1] With the growing platformisation trend that empowers small businesses to compete on an even playing field, Xero’s app ecosystem has the power to revolutionise the accounting industry, by connecting accountants and bookkeepers to over [...]
Celebrating 10,000 students on Xero and 10,000 bright futures
[ad_1] What does 10,000 mean to you? To the 10,000 students who are using Xero in their lessons, it means gaining the skills that thousands of Xero accounting partners are looking for when they hire [...]
Congratulations to CPA Practice Advisor’s 2019 40 under 40 honorees
[ad_1] Every year, CPA Practice Advisor recognizes emerging leaders who are under 40 that are shaping the future of the accounting profession or leading the development of technology that serves the industry. This year, we’re [...]
A partner shares 3 ways to achieve success at Xero Roadshow Canada
[ad_1] Xero is hitting the road again in October to bring Xero Roadshow Canada to accountants and bookkeepers across the country. If you’re not familiar, roadshows are free events for cloud accounting and bookkeeping leaders [...]
Tax initiatives announced to support businesses
[ad_1] The Government has announced its intention to proceed with two measures recommended by the Tax Working Group: - allowing a deduction for feasibility expenditure for businesses; and - relaxing the loss continuity rules. Revenue [...]
Get the down-low on cash flow at Xerocon London
[ad_1] We all know that cash is king – and having more of it flowing in than flowing out is key to helping business owners sleep at night. In fact, according to Xero’s business insights analysis, [...]
Australian drought relief arrives from unlikely source in accountants, apps
[ad_1] (Simon Groth, Rawson Baker Advisors) As New South Wales enters its third year of drought, some stressed-out farmers are finding big support from a small and unexpected source: the phones in their pocket. “It’s [...]
British astronaut Tim Peake set to land on stage at Xerocon London
[ad_1] At Xero, we want to inspire accountants and bookkeepers to make a change – whether that’s adopting a new piece of tech or providing more value to their clients. And this year is no [...]
Check out our changes to batch payment screens
[ad_1] Paying bills is a time consuming task for all small businesses. We’re working to update this process in Xero to reduce friction and streamline it where we can. The existing batch payments interface was [...]
VAT: Domestic Reverse Charge now live in Xero
[ad_1] We’re pleased to announce that the Domestic Reverse Charge (DRC) is now live in Xero. The new feature will help you comply with your DRC obligations. DRC intends to cut down on “missing trader” [...]