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MTD for ITSA software: the big four compared
At a glance: MTD for ITSA starts in April 2026 for sole traders earning over £50,000. This guide compares four leading MTD software options: Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, and FreeAgent. Each platform balances features like mobile access, AI-powered tools, and cost in...
5 digital note-takers every accountant should know
At a glance Digital note-taking tools help accountants create "second brains" to manage information overload. From Notion's powerful databases...
Top 5 compliance blunders for accountants to avoid
Pinkney cautions many practitioners are leaving themselves exposed to significant risks unless they uphold strong ethical standards and heed the...
AI is inherently ageist. That’s not just unethical – it can be costly for workers and businesses
By 2030, more than half of the labour force in many EU countries will be aged 50 or above. Similar trends are emerging across Australia, the US...
6 accounting predictions for the coming financial year
1. Making Tax Digital Despite the April 2026 start date, the lead up to Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment represents an...
How to master predictive analytics in accounting
At a glance Predictive analytics is becoming more accessible to accounting professionals. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools can help accurately...
Business health check in 3 graphs
British manufacturers endured a turbulent March amid the twin pressures of hefty tariffs and looming tax increases at home that undercut new...
Practical AI tools transforming small accounting practices
At a glance AI tools automate routine tasks like invoice classification, bank reconciliation and email management, freeing up time for advisory...
Global sustainability heavyweights outline how the new standards will transform UK’s finance profession
Mark Babington, board member of the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) and Executive Director of Regulatory Standards...
Companies House reforms clean up companies register to combat fraud
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) 2023 introduced new identity verification requirements for directors and people with...
5 tips for minimising disruptions, from cutting meetings to reorganising email
At a glance British workers lose an entire day per week to preventable workplace interruptions, according to a 2024 study. Unproductive meetings...
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