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03/09/2026

With the end of the summer holidays and the dawn of a new academic year, do you feel the need to give your business a financial reality check?

You're not alone. We see this pattern every year. (It's why we wrote a blog about it.)

It’s easy for business owners to get caught up in day-to-day operations of the business and overlook the importance of regular financial checks. Even if the business is trading well, keeping close to the numbers, especially what’s coming in and when, is vital to avoid a cashflow disaster.

Checking in with your finances is a bit like using GPS to work out where you are.

Your goals are the direction you want to head.

If you set them at the start of the year and start walking, how do you know how far you’ve reached without regularly plotting your current location? At the very least, use the halfway point in the tax year (or the halfway point in your financial year) to mark where you have got to.

In this article, we explain why financial awareness is essential for SMEs and how to ensure your business is financially fit. Read it here: https://accountingclarkes.com/blog/does-your-business-need-a-financial-reality-check/

02/09/2026

Three reasons why you might choose Accounting Clarkes to be your accountant.

There's no shortage of accountants out there. So why do our clients choose us, and stay with us?

1. You're not just a number.
We're a local, family-run practice. When you call, you speak to someone who actually knows you and your business, and you'll speak to them regularly. You won't be passed around to new team members each month, unsure of how well they understand your business. You'll have someone to build a genuine relationship with.

2. Forty years of experience, across every kind of business.
From sole traders to growing limited companies, we've supported businesses through almost every scenario there is. We bring all that experience to you and your business and guide you accordingly.

3. We don't just do your numbers; we look for what they can tell you.
Our clients often tell us we've spotted allowances or savings they didn't know they were entitled to. That's the difference between compliance and genuine advice.

If you're looking for an accountant who does more than tick boxes, we'd love to hear from you. Call 01252 612484 or drop us a message.

27/08/2026

Are late-paying customers an issue for your business?

In our opinion, a strong credit control process is a combination of:

✅ Clear communication with the customer about your terms and conditions
✅ Sending accurate invoices on time
✅ Initiating proactive reminders
✅ Having a consistent follow-up process for managing overdue invoices.

Having these four areas covered should limit the potential for clients to pay their invoices late, but of course, late payers do happen.

We have some excellent tips on how to deal with late-paying customers in this blog, including what to do with clients who are overdue by 20 days or more.

https://accountingclarkes.com/blog/keeping-on-top-of-credit-control/

25/08/2026

15 5⭐️ Google reviews - what better way to shout about 'Love My Accountant Day!'

Some of the many reasons that our clients kindly share in their reviews and testimonials are:
⭐️ the professionalism of the team
⭐️ our expertise (some 40-odd years!)
⭐️ our friendly and supportive nature

Our clients feel confident with the numbers in their business, which means they can make important decisions when they need to.

We're experts in accountancy and tax, but our experience as business owners means our clients can call on our knowledge when it comes to those difficult situations - when the reality of running your business isn't so pleasant!

If you feel as though you are constantly chasing your accountant for updates or advice, we'd welcome the opportunity to show you a better service. One that is far more supportive and proactive.

Get in touch today for a complimentary meeting to discuss your business needs with Gillian and Chris.

20/08/2026

Are you using your accountancy software to its full potential?

Your basic accountancy software subscription should be:

✅ Showing you your financial position in real time
✅ Giving you an understanding of what is going to impact cashflow in the near future
✅ Enabling you to make smart business decisions

A common mistake we see is business owners not utilising the pre-defined reports.

There’s no need to build a report from scratch (or revert back to an Excel document). Even the most basic subscription will include a profit and loss, balance sheet, and cashflow forecast report. Make sure that you have accurate data feeding into these reports to get the most from them.

Want to understand how to find cashflow insights hidden in your accountancy software? We've got more tips here: https://accountingclarkes.com/blog/how-to-find-those-cashflow-insights-hidden-in-your-accountancy-software/

18/08/2026

Do you have a particular tax or accountancy question on your mind?

Perhaps you're wondering:
➡️ How can I take money out of my business tax-efficiently?
➡️ How can I keep on top of credit control?
➡️ What do the numbers in my business mean?

Take a look at the blogs on our website - they might hold the answer!

Use the 🔍 search bar in the header of our website to type in the topic you want to learn more about.

You'll see all the blogs we've written about, and you can dive right in!

Give it a go.

14/08/2026

It's been a whole week since the first MTD quarterly update deadline.

How did you get on?

Did you feel prepared, and was the process relatively painless?

Or are you already dreading the next quarterly update? Did you experience any technical difficulties?

Good or bad, we'd love to hear your thoughts.

11/08/2026

Growth brings its own unique set of challenges at various stages.

Some businesses need an injection of cash; others need a strategy to bring in the skills the business currently lacks.

Growth rarely happens overnight. You need to have a plan and be prepared!

The ultimate checklist to help you grow your business covers three key areas: business strategy, finances, and market research. It's built on the knowledge and experience we have gained as advisors to growing businesses for over 40 years.

Find it here: https://accountingclarkes.com/blog/the-ultimate-checklist-to-help-you-grow-your-business/

06/08/2026

If you are employing lots of summer staff this year, or perhaps there will be a recruitment drive for Christmas temps, there's an interesting stat that HMRC have recently shared.

Four in ten of Generation Z say they wish they'd learnt the basics of tax when they were younger.

If you're one of the employers bringing them on, you'll recognise the questions. What's my tax code? What's my National Insurance number? Why has this come out of my wages? It's your payroll team fielding all of it, on top of processing (and managing the team!)

The good news is, you can point them in the direction of the HMRC app to get the answers they need. According to HMRC, everything is in the app to simplify and speed up the process for when they are starting a new seasonal job. This includes their National Insurance number, tax code, employment history and Pay As You Earn (PAYE) details.

Getting the onboarding right from day one - starter checklist done, tax codes and NI numbers confirmed before the first payslip goes out - saves that back and forth later in the summer when you can least afford the distraction.

You can save this post as a reminder for when you're hiring later in the year!

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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