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How accountants can take the smart path to success (infographic included)
When an accounting firm tries to reach new heights, it can be a dangerous business. The biggest risk is that, as demand for your company increases, you lose sight of what’s important. Staff can become disengaged and leave, and billable time can decrease. Even data, which is the “north direction” for every accountant, is in […]
Server shock – what happens if you don’t have the right plan for your data
In this article, Jon Cooper explains the chaos that can occur if you don’t have a plan for connecting and backing up client information. He also explains what you can do to help prevent this nightmare scenario. It’s not a good sign if everything goes quietly. But the fan spinning on your server has stopped; […]
How hospitality can simplify seasonal hiring
The festive season brings a surge in customer numbers, but it also puts significant pressure on hospitality businesses, requiring more help. We understand, and we are ready to help. In this blog, we have detailed how you can optimize your recruiting and onboarding processes with recruitment software, also known as applicant tracking systems (ATS), to […]
Big expectations: how growing accounting firms can handle big new clients
There comes a time for many accounting firms when their leaders ask, “We’re doing great… so why does this feel so hard?” This usually happens at a turnover figure of £10 million – when healthy mid-sized companies start to grow. At this stage, they were on the verge of becoming a national organization. The problem […]
Accountants: what’s the secret to getting consistent consulting work?
A job as a paid advisor can be a big boost for your accounting firm – but only if you can keep up the momentum. This can make you more money and deepen your relationships with your clients. But quickly, the work can dry up. If so, the additional income gained will be lost, and […]
Cross-border remote work: dealing with tax, social security and compliance
Cross-border remote work has become a hallmark of the modern workplace. In essence, this means workers are working from a country other than where their company is located. Sometimes, cross-border work occurs because companies assign employees to work virtually on international projects. In other cases, employees may request such arrangements, with the hope of living […]
IRIS Education Named Winner of Global EdTech Awards 2025
London, UK, 23 October 2025: IRIS Education (IRIS) was named the winner of this year’s Global EdTech Awards, with its bespoke financial management platform, IRIS Financials (Financials), taking home the trophy in the ‘Best School Management Tool’ category. The awards celebrate the best in the education sector, recognizing the innovation, creativity and passion of individuals, […]
The FCA’s AML takeover: an accountant’s view on what you should do
Welcome to our new reality: it has been announced that the Financial Conduct Authority will oversee Anti-Money Laundering (AML). This is the biggest shift in compliance in a generation. This will change the way AML is done every accounting firm in the UK. Although professional bodies have voiced concerns, we must accept that the decision […]
Payroll horror stories: mistakes are scarier than ghosts!
A terrible chill hung in the air. As autumn evenings fall, the unexpected things that go bump in the night are on our minds. However, some of the scariest stories don’t come from haunted houses, but rather from workplaces. I’m talking about payroll horror stories! A simple mistake can have dire consequences, leaving you in […]
How accounting firms can grow quickly through mergers and…
There is currently a lot of excitement surrounding mergers and acquisitions in the UK accountancy sector. How could that be? For many, these activities can quickly increase a company’s market presence, client base, and capabilities. M&A makes a lot of sense if you can access the funds. Why spend time struggling to fit into a […]