The latest accountancy news
September 2017
3 ways small business owners can unplug on vacation
[ad_1] With only half of all U.S. businesses making it past year five, the pressure on small business owners to survive is astronomical. Between managing employees, customers and finances, finding the time to take a [...]
August 2017
MiGoals: A stationery company with big dreams
[ad_1] In an age where there’s apps for literally everything, Adam Jelic and his team at MiGoals are bringing things back to the basics; the humble pen and paper. Adam is much like the “get [...]
From Financier to Florist: How The Floral Atelier keeps things fresh with Xero
[ad_1] It might be your first corsage or maybe you’re simply feeling nostalgic for the smell of roses in your grandmother’s garden – but beautiful flowers should be enjoyed for any occasion says Floral Atelier [...]
How App Partners maximize ROI at Xerocon
[ad_1] Xerocons are always an amazing experience that emphasize the network effect of the Xero community. Our app partners play a crucial part in this community. With the first Xerocon of 2017 kicking off in Melbourne [...]
The perfect storm for accountants and bookkeepers
[ad_1] Navigating change can be tough, especially in the middle of the storm. And the accounting industry in the UK is in the middle of one of the biggest storms we’ve ever seen. You could [...]
Lessons from a Hawke’s Bay Hustler
[ad_1] Earlier this week Rod was the inaugural speaker for the Hawke’s Bay Young Professional (HBYP) Speaker Series. This series aims to inspire young professionals in the Hawke’s Bay region with influential speakers sharing wisdom [...]
SMEs face large bills to chase debts, but Direct Debit is helping
[ad_1] Small businesses in the UK are facing bills of more than £2 billion, just to chase up customers who don’t pay on time. What’s more, across the country, small businesses are suffering under the [...]
New information sharing agreement between IRD and MSD
[ad_1] A new information sharing agreement between Inland Revenue and the Ministry of Social Development signed in July will come into effect later this month. The new agreement brings together current information sharing arrangements into [...]
Xerocon Melbourne: Getting the most out of your trip down under
[ad_1] Xerocon is just around the corner. For our Asia-based partners this means packing bags, confirming itineraries and preparing for a long flight. On top of this, there’s a jam-packed schedule of activity. So, for [...]
How to avoid provisional tax chaos in South Africa – advice for accountants
[ad_1] It’s not easy running a business that is seasonal, or one that goes through waves of increased activity like an accounting practice. Provisional tax returns (IRP6s) are due this month. They can easily disrupt [...]
Our App Partner of the month, ServiceM8, on running better business in the field
[ad_1] ServiceM8 is a field service management app. It empowers small business owners to run a better business and improve their lifestyle. It’s for field-based trades and home services businesses like electrical contractors, plumbers and [...]
Chaddesley Sanford | Why we’re taking our entire team to Xerocon London
[ad_1] Edward Sanford, Managing Director at UK based accounting firm Chaddesley Sanford, finds other people’s reactions entertaining whenever he says he and his 20-strong team are off to an accounting conference. “Tell someone you’re excited about [...]
Xero HQ put emails where you need them
[ad_1] For accountants and bookkeepers using Xero HQ, having client correspondence right where you need it is about to be a reality with the free Xero HQ add-in for Outlook in Microsoft Office 365. This [...]
10 Best WorkflowMax Features for Xero Users
[ad_1] “It’s a life saver. All you need is those two systems – WorkflowMax and Xero to run an effective agency.” – Mary Ellen Davy, Ellen&Ellen agency Xero users are savvy, clever, and enthusiastic about [...]
Report on review of tax secrecy provision tabled
[ad_1] An Inland Revenue report into targeted consultation on section 81BA of the Tax Administration Act 1994, which is one of the information sharing provisions, was tabled in Parliament today. The review is a requirement [...]
Secret life of bookkeepers | Matt Jeavons: how my high-octane hobby helps me win business
[ad_1] With a stint in the Air Force and a souped-up 1965 Falcon XP, Matt Jeavons isn’t your stereotypical bookkeeper. But that’s exactly why his clients love him. After he was told to trade in [...]
HTA Advisory | The big picture leads to platinum results
[ad_1] When Tim Hale and Troy Townley decided to set up HTA Advisory in 2008, the GFC wasn’t part of the plan. But the financial crisis brought their purpose into focus from day one. “It [...]
NZ to strengthen tax agreements with India, San Marino
[ad_1] Two Orders in Council signed yesterday, to give effect to agreements with India, and San Marino, will help pave the way for greater sharing of information to prevent tax evasion. For more information see [...]
Why you should come to Xerocon London 2017
[ad_1] Sitting on the fence about whether or not you should attend this year’s Xerocon London? Or trying to decide how many members of your team you should bring? Perhaps you’re not sure if it’s worth [...]
Feedback sought on options to trim employer PAYE costs
[ad_1] Revenue Minister Judith Collins has today welcomed the release of a tax officials’ issues paper, which presents options on how PAYE errors may be corrected and adjustments made, in the context of more frequent [...]
Xero Global Release Update July 2017
[ad_1] Curious about what’s new in Xero? Have a read of July’s product releases and get a glimpse of what’s coming out soon. We’d love to be able to share more with you, but some [...]