It’s official – UK inflation has crept back up to 3.5%. For small businesses already juggling rising wages, energy bills, and supply chain headaches, this news will feel like salt in the wound. But don’t panic. While inflation adds pressure, with the right planning,...
Tax changes don’t have to mean sleepless nights. Here's what's landed this month – and how Accounts Direct keeps it simple for you. If you run a small business, you’ve probably noticed tax updates come thick and fast – and usually with enough jargon to make your head...
We’re halfway through 2025 already — and if you’re running a business, now’s the perfect time to pause, check in, and get your finances fighting fit for the second half of the year. A proper mid-year review isn’t just a box-ticking exercise. It’s your chance to: Spot...
Spring's not just for sorting out your garage and cleaning the windows – it's the perfect time to give your business finances a once-over too. And one area that could do with a good check-in? Your payroll. With National Insurance costs rising this year, and the P60...
The new tax year is here, and while many businesses are looking forward to a fresh start, there's a bit of a storm brewing when it comes to staffing costs. As of April 2025, Employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs) have risen from 13.8% to 15%, and...
Well, here we are – the end of 2024! It’s been an absolute cracker of a year at Accounts Direct, and we couldn’t let it pass without a proper look back at all we’ve achieved together. From growing our team to launching new services, supporting over 500 businesses, and...
The self-assessment tax return deadline of 31st January 2025 is fast approaching. If you’re one of the millions in the UK who needs to file, it’s time to get organised and avoid the last-minute rush. Whether you’re a sole trader, landlord, or have other sources of...
VAT deadlines can feel like a financial hurdle, but they don’t have to hold your business back. For small business owners and growing enterprises alike, managing VAT payments shouldn’t mean sacrificing opportunities for growth. That’s where VAT finance comes in. At...
Let’s face it—tax season isn’t anyone’s favourite time of year. For small business owners and the self-employed, the 31st January self-assessment deadline can feel like a mountain to climb. You’ve got to juggle working out how much you owe while figuring out where to...
Growing a business is a bit like climbing a mountain – exciting, challenging, and full of surprises. But if you’re doing it without a map or a guide, it’s easy to lose your way (or your wallet). That’s where a top-notch accountant steps in, helping you go from a...
As a small business owner, do you ever feel like you’re wearing too many hats? One minute you’re the marketing guru, the next you’re the head of customer service, and by lunch, you’re the IT department (which, let’s be honest, mostly involves turning it off and on...
As of October 2024, the UK's new Procurement Act introduces transformative changes to how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can engage with public sector contracts. With over £300 billion in public sector procurement available annually, these reforms simplify...