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Choosing Your Accountant

Sep29

Appointing a suitable accountant is an important business decision. This is because it will be a long term business relationship supporting you on some of the key aspects of your business.

It is vital that you find an accountant that has the relevant qualifications and has a credible reputation and is suited to the way you work.

We hope the following information will help you when searching for an accountant that would meet your needs.

Qualifications

Did you know that anyone can set up as an accountant in the United Kingdom? This is why it is imperative to assess a person’s qualifications; otherwise you could end up paying for the services of someone who does not have the necessary skills or experience. The accountant in question should at least hold one of the following qualifications:… Continue Reading

Healthy to have your Business in the Cloud

Sep28

Cloud computing is taking over from traditional desktop software, and is one of the most revolutionary changes seen in computing during recent years. Small business owners are seeing the value of storing their business information in the cloud, in terms of operational flexibility and also security.

We at Southside Accountants in Wimbledon SW19 firmly believe that cloud accounting is the way forward, and have used the award-winning Xero accounting and QuickBooks software for some time. We explain what cloud accounting is, and detail the main benefits below.

Instant access from anywhere with an internet connection

Real-time access to financial data is available at the click of a mouse. As long as you keep your information up-to-date, it can be viewed at any time of the day or night.

Pay-as-you-go software

Unlike desktop software which is, usually, paid for in total, access to cloud accounting solutions can be bought on a monthly subscription basis. This aids cash flow and makes it easier to budget.… Continue Reading

Growth Vouchers – Free Cash for Your Business

Sep21

Growth Vouchers were introduced by the government to give small business owners access to professional advice and guidance. The scheme was announced by the Chancellor as part of the 2013 Budget, and has funds of around £30 million.

Online applications can be made for the vouchers, with qualifying businesses being chosen at random. If you need help or advice about the programme or your eligibility, Southside Accountants in Southfields SW19 provide friendly but professional guidance…. Continue Reading

Do management accounts help?

Sep14

Management accounts help those running a company to understand the financial side of their business. Used as a source of information to make strategic decisions, they are often prepared on a monthly or quarterly basis, and can be tailored to a company’s individual needs.

Management accounts are not a legal requirement as with financial accounts; they act as more of a guide. Southside Accountants in Streatham SW16 offer management accounts preparation as part of their service, helping clients to understand their business finances.

What do management accounts include?

They can include any information that would be useful to management, and be as straightforward or as complicated as necessary. It all depends on what information is needed to make long-term decisions…. Continue Reading

Dates for your Diary – Merton Arts Trail

Sep3

With the summer of 2014 about to be consigned to memory it is time, once again, for the popular Merton Arts Trail, an event held every September around the South London Borough of Merton.

It will be held this year at various locations over two weekends – 20/21st and 27/28th September.

Anyone in the market for a brilliant piece of art at a bargain, direct from the artist price, cannot go wrong with this event.

The artists literally throw open their doors to the browsing public and it works really well for everyone.

Artists get to showcase their work and sell a few pieces commission free while the customers have the opportunity to take a look at a wide variety of artwork without crossing the portals of a formal gallery, and usually without breaking the bank to get anything that takes their fancy…. Continue Reading

Southside has gone mobile!

Aug29

We all know the use of smart phones to make purchasing decisions has risen over the last few years. It continues to rise.

Any small business that does not have a mobile phone friendly website is making a fatal mistake. It is losing out to its competitors.

We are one of the few accountants in Wimbledon who now have a mobile friendly site. It was launched today.

We made the mistake of not having a mobile site earlier. I have no doubt we lost some business.

It is never too late. We have now caught up with the needs of smart phone users.

Thank you once again Toby Trembath of http://twobyte.com/#profile for setting up our mobile website. They are one of the local businesses we work with closely. We go out of our way to buy local.

Accountants in Wimbledon – Branded Bicycle?

Aug26

Would a branded bicycle tarnish the image of Southside Accountants? Is this a totally wacky idea? You do not see our competitors in Wimbledon doing this.

It is because other accountants in Wimbledon would not even dream of doing this; we are exploring the idea. Of course, it needs to be done in a tasteful manner in keeping with Wimbledon’s image and our reputation as one of the key players amongst many accountants in Wimbledon.

The picture below is just a germ of an idea. It needs a lot of refining to bring it up to our standards…. Continue Reading

Accountants in Wimbledon Perspective – Wimbledon BookFest

Aug25

For book lovers, both adults and children, Wimbledon BookFest has a lot to offer. This annual literary festival takes place on Wimbledon Common between 3-12 October 2014. Like previous years the event will play host to a variety of authors from across the literary world spanning several genres.

The 10 day event is a ticketed affair; however there will be some free sessions at the Wimbledon Town Centre launch which will take place on 27^th September in the Piazza. The occasion will also be marked by a visit from Sophie Hannah. Sophie will visit Wimbledon library to take part in a special event related to her newly commissioned Agatha Christie novel…. Continue Reading

Accountants in Wimbledon Video – Work in progress!

Aug22

Our video that is to go on the home page of our website is work in progress. It is the first time we have commissioned a video that is purely graphics based rather than relying on someone with that X factor saying hey become our client. That was the old Southside!

Our new video will be far better. It fits with our brand and the message we want to convey in under 2 minutes. This is not easy.

Thankfully we have the help and support of two local businesses – Indelibe Creative and Twobyte. Toby Trembath of Twobyte is our web designer. He has done an excellent job on the website based on the design provided by Indelibe Creative.

This is the first time I have been involved on a project like this. It is costly; I had no idea! Having said that I have no doubt we will get an excellent Return on Investment…. Continue Reading

The Benefits of e-Learning

Aug11

“If you have a reliable, high speed internet connection you have a great opportunity to exploit the resources of reputable e-Learning providers, thus strengthening all business and technical areas within your company”

Keeping your small business going is demanding and varied work!

Any company needs a competent, confident work force that gets the job done and is able to demonstrate to new and existing customers that you are on top of everything. New orders, invoicing, company website maintenance – these are all things that you can’t afford to get wrong. You may not want to divert valuable financial resources into the hiring of consultants or other third-party specialists who may be able to help you achieve these things. So what is the answer?… Continue Reading