Northgate Accounting Services

01/09/2026

Good accounting is more than just ticking boxes.

It’s about having the right information to understand your business, stay compliant and make confident decisions.

At Northgate Accounting, we support businesses with a wide range of accounting and financial services, including:

📊 Year-end accounts
💷 Corporation & personal tax
📚 Bookkeeping & VAT
💰 Payroll
📈 Business advisory & planning

Whether you’re a sole trader, landlord, partnership or limited company, we’re here to take care of the numbers and provide practical support when you need it.

From keeping your day-to-day records in order to helping you plan for the future, we’re here to help your business stay on track.

If you’re looking for an accountant, or wondering whether you could be getting more from your current accounting support, get in touch with our team.

📩 Let’s talk about how we can help your business.

27/08/2026

September is just around the corner… 🍂

A new month is a great opportunity to think about what you want to achieve in your business.

Whatever you’re working towards, we’d love to hear about it!

What’s your biggest business goal for September? Let us know in the comments.

20/08/2026

If your turnover is growing, it’s important to keep an eye on VAT registration limits.

In the UK:
• You must register if taxable turnover exceeds the threshold
• Voluntary registration may also be beneficial in some cases
• Timing can impact pricing, cash flow, and admin

📊 Tip: Regularly monitoring turnover helps you avoid unexpected VAT obligations.

18/08/2026

Last week the Northgate team headed to Aviemore for our annual summer day out! ☀️

We kicked things off with go-karting, where things got very competitive!

After lunch, it was time to put our teamwork to the test in the escape rooms - with Team Daisy taking the win🏆

We finished the day with dinner and a few well-earned drinks.

A brilliant day with the whole team, plenty of laughs, healthy competition and some questionable driving!

Already looking forward to next year! 💙

13/08/2026

Our Elgin and Johnstone offices are closed today and tomorrow as the Northgate team heads to Aviemore for our annual summer day out!

We'll be putting our teamwork to the test in an escape room, seeing who's quickest on the go-kart track, before making our way home tomorrow.

We'll be back in the office and ready to help from Monday.

Have a fantastic weekend! ☀️

10/08/2026

Spreadsheets are a great place to start, but as your business grows, they can quickly become more of a headache than a help.

Here are five signs it might be time to upgrade:

1. You're spending hours manually entering data

If you're copying information between spreadsheets, bank statements and invoices, you're wasting valuable time and increasing the risk of errors.

2. You never know your numbers in real time

By the time you've updated your spreadsheet, your financial position may already have changed.

3. Version control is becoming a nightmare

"Final_v2_UPDATED_ReallyFinal.xlsx"... Sound familiar? Multiple versions and people editing the same file can lead to confusion and costly mistakes.

4. Your business is growing, but your systems aren't

More customers, more invoices and more transactions deserve software that grows with your business, not a spreadsheet that's becoming harder to manage.

5. You're spending more time on admin than running your business

Your bookkeeping should support your business, not take over it.

As Xero Gold Partners, we help businesses move away from manual spreadsheets and onto cloud accounting software that gives you:

✔️ Real-time financial information
✔️ Automatic bank feeds
✔️ Faster invoicing and payment tracking
✔️ Simple expense management
✔️ Better visibility over your business

If you're still relying on spreadsheets and wondering if it's time to make the switch, we'd be happy to show you what Xero can do.

📩 Get in touch with our team for a chat.

06/08/2026

If you're registered for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, don't forget that your first quarterly update (covering 6 April to 5 July 2026) is due to be submitted by 7 August 2026.

Quarterly updates are now a key part of the MTD regime for many sole traders and landlords. Keeping your bookkeeping accurate and up to date will help ensure your submissions are made on time and make your year-end tax return much smoother.

At Northgate Accounting, we support businesses with everything from bookkeeping and quarterly MTD submissions to year-end accounts, tax returns, payroll and VAT. Whether you're newly registered for MTD or simply looking for an accountant to take the stress out of your finances, we're here to help.

📞 Get in touch with our team today to find out how we can support your business and keep you compliant with your tax obligations.

04/08/2026

Running a business comes with enough challenges without having to worry about the numbers.

Whether you're just starting out or have been trading for years, we're here to help you stay on top of your finances and make informed decisions for your business.

We can support you with:
• Bookkeeping
• VAT Returns
• Payroll
• Year-End Accounts
• Corporation Tax & Personal Tax Returns
• Management Accounts
• Business Advice & Planning

Our aim is to take the stress out of your finances, keep you compliant, and provide practical advice to help your business grow.

If you're looking for friendly, reliable accounting support, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Get in touch to see how we can help.

30/07/2026

If you're self-employed and make payments on account, this is a reminder that your second payment on account is due by 31 July.

Payments on account are advance payments towards your next Self Assessment tax bill and are usually based on your previous year's tax liability.

Paying on time helps you avoid interest being charged by HMRC, so it's worth checking whether a payment is due.

If you're unsure how much you need to pay or have any questions about your Self Assessment, we're here to help.

28/07/2026

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We're delighted to announce our partnership with Scott Wealth Management, giving our clients access to expert financial planning alongside our accounting and tax services.

Whether you're a business owner, sole trader, company director, or simply looking to make the most of your personal finances, Scott Wealth Management can provide tailored advice to help you achieve your financial goals.

Their services include:

💼 Pensions
📈 Investments
🛡️ Personal & Business Protection
💷 Financial Planning

As sister companies, we're able to work closely together to provide a seamless experience - making it easier than ever to access trusted advice for your business and personal finances, all in one place.

Whether you're planning for retirement, investing for the future, protecting your family, or looking to build long-term wealth, we're here to help connect you with the right expertise.

🔗 Find out more about Scott Wealth Management: https://partnership.sjp.co.uk/partner/scottwealthmanagement

If you'd like to find out how Scott Wealth Management could help you, get in touch with our team today.

An Associate Partner Practice of St. James's Place Wealth Management. Find out how we can help you achieve your financial goals.