Accounting is often seen as one of those tasks you can handle yourself as a business owner. After all, who better to manage your finances than you? But DIY accounting can quickly turn into a minefield, especially as your business grows. In this blog post, we’ll explore the common pitfalls of DIY accounting and highlight the tell-tale signs that it’s time to call in the professionals.

Amid the relentless changes in the business sector, clear financial decision-making stands out as a critical survival tool, not just a perk. One effective way to enhance this clarity is by engaging a financial services or accounting partner. This blog explores various strategies to achieve greater clarity in your business's financial decisions.

2023 is another turbulent year for small and medium businesses (SMEs) battling inflation and a cooling economy. However, based on research conducted by Natwest, UK SMEs returned to a growth phase in Q1 2023, reaching their highest point in 11 months. If you aim to boost business confidence in 2023 and the following year, exploring SME trends is an excellent opportunity to learn how to adapt an innovative mindset and forge your way to a successful future. This article will discuss the 6 most interesting small business trends and explore their meaning to your business.

No matter the size of your business, accounting functions are one of the essential elements to get right. When volumes are increasing, accounting departments can often get overwhelmed, which can cause delayed payments and bad reporting cycles. External financial service providers can provide a solution that can grow with your business needs and allow you to focus on core activities. But what services can you outsource exactly?

It's difficult to deny the importance of properly managing your company's money. A study by CBInsights revealed that 38% of new enterprises fail because of a lack of capital and the inability to acquire further funding.