Category Archives: Management information

Come and meet us….

….. at the Sheffield Business Conference. 2012 has been a fantastic year for My Management Accountant, with new clients continuing to join us, usually as a result of a personal recommendation. We couldn’t ask for a better testimonial of our … Continue reading

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Announcement: We’re now Xero Certified Partners

As you know, we like Xero, the online accounting system that is easy to use.  In fact, we like it so much we already have our own page dedicated to Xero. Inbetween the recent long bank holiday weekends, Martin Bown, … Continue reading

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Plumbers – in the sights of the taxman

On 1 March, HM Revenue and Customs announced plans to ensure plumbers, gas fitters and heating engineers declare their correct earnings and pay the right amount of tax, by introducing a new scheme called the Plumbing Tax Safe Plan (PTSP). … Continue reading

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Start-Up Business? A few tips.

So, you’ve just started your new business (or are about to), and you’re quickly discovering that there’s  so much to think about and deal with. Where to start? Well, in my opinion, start by acting as though you’re a big … Continue reading

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Call to action!

With the exceptions of the Retail or Food & Drink sectors, it appears that businesses are slowly writing off more of December each year due to the ever increasing influence of the Christmas holidays. Add in the recent bad weather, … Continue reading

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Management Accounts receive government support

Management Accounting Services welcomes government support and the Doing Business Together campaign. Continue reading

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Growing pains

I warned companies earlier this year not to be come a victim of the expanding economy, but after a recent conversation with a client it’s worth revisiting again. Business owners are often under the impression times are tough and cash … Continue reading

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“Value Added Services” or “Essential to Business Success Services”

I don’t mind the term “compliance” accounting, and I certainly don’t have a problem with ensuring my clients are fully compliant (they are, and in good time). What I do find difficult is informing potential clients I focus on the … Continue reading

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Don’t be a victim of the expanding economy

After a tough 18/24 months all the signs are pointing to an improving economy. Now is the time to be very cautious. Businesses often need to meet the demands of an increasing order book with increases in stock, additional staff … Continue reading

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What's your daily KPI?

As my clients will tell you, I’m constantly talking about the advantages of producing regular financial information to help their businesses achieve success.  I put little, if any, value at all on annual information such as statutory accounts. So I … Continue reading

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