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Centaur Accountancy Services Ltd

We offer a remote bookkeeping service designed specifically for UK SMEs.

We are dedicated to helping business owners stay organised, compliant, and confident in their finances, giving them more time to focus on growing their business.

20/07/2026

💡 Bookkeeping Tip

Review your fixed asset register annually.

Businesses often continue depreciating equipment they no longer own, have replaced, or no longer use.

Taking the time to review your fixed asset register each year helps ensure your accounts accurately reflect the assets your business actually has.

💭 Why it matters:

✅ Keeps your accounts accurate and up to date
✅ Prevents assets being depreciated unnecessarily
✅ Improves the accuracy of your balance sheet
✅ Helps identify missing, obsolete or disposed assets
✅ Makes year-end accounts and tax reporting smoother

An annual review of your fixed assets can save time, improve accuracy and avoid awkward questions at year end.

When was the last time you checked whether every asset on your register still exists in your business?

17/07/2026

💡 Xero Tip: Stop Repeating the Same Bookkeeping Tasks

Are you manually coding the same transactions every month?

Xero’s Bank Rules can save you time by automatically categorising regular transactions such as software subscriptions, rent, insurance, and recurring supplier payments.

Once set up correctly, Bank Rules help:
✅ Speed up your bank reconciliation
✅ Keep your coding consistent
✅ Reduce the risk of mistakes

A few minutes of setup can save hours of admin every year.

15/07/2026

🔎 3 Things We Check First When Reviewing a Client’s Accounting Software

When we review accounting records, we don’t just look at the numbers - we look for the things that could impact accuracy, reporting, and decision-making.

Here are the first 3 areas we check:

✅ 1. Bank Reconciliations
Are transactions being matched correctly?
Are there unreconciled items sitting there?
A clean reconciliation is the foundation of accurate accounts.

✅ 2. Coding & Categorisation
Are income and expenses going to the right places?
Incorrect coding can make reports misleading and affect business decisions.

✅ 3. Balance Sheet Health
We check areas like:
📌 Unpaid invoices
📌 Outstanding bills
📌 Suspense accounts
📌 Old balances that need attention

Your accounting records should tell the true story of your business - not just show numbers on a screen.

💬 Want to know what a bookkeeper looks for in your accounts? Follow for more bookkeeping tips.

13/07/2026

💡 Bookkeeping Tip

Set internal deadlines that are earlier than HMRC deadlines.

Waiting until the last minute to prepare VAT returns, payroll information or year-end records can add unnecessary pressure and increase the risk of mistakes.

By setting your own deadlines a week or two before the official HMRC deadline, you give yourself valuable breathing room to deal with unexpected issues, missing paperwork or last-minute questions.

💭 Why it matters:

✅ Reduces stress and last-minute panic (for both you and your bookkeeper/accountant!)
✅ Gives time to resolve missing information
✅ Helps avoid costly penalties and interest charges
✅ Improves accuracy and reduces errors
✅ Creates a smoother month-end and year-end process

A good rule of thumb: treat the HMRC deadline as your backup deadline, not your target deadline.

10/07/2026

💡 Xero Tip of the Week

Do you invoice the same customers on a regular basis?

Save yourself time by setting up Repeating Invoices in Xero.

Whether you bill weekly, monthly or quarterly, Xero can automatically create and send your invoices on schedule, helping you:
✅ Save time on admin
✅ Reduce the risk of missed invoices
✅ Get paid faster by invoicing on time

It's a simple feature that can make a big difference to your workflow.

08/07/2026

💷 Don't forget - your Income Tax Payment on Account may be due soon.

The second Payment on Account for the 2025/26 tax year is due by 31 July.

If you're self-employed or complete a Self Assessment tax return, it's worth checking whether this applies to you.

Making your payment on time helps you avoid interest charges and keeps your tax affairs on track.

With the deadline approaching, now is a good time to make sure everything is in order.

06/07/2026

💡 Bookkeeping Tip

Compare your actual results against your budget every month.

Your budget isn't something to create and forget about until next year. Regularly comparing your actual figures to your budget helps you understand what's really happening in your business.

Differences between the two can highlight opportunities to grow or warning signs that need attention.

💭 Why it matters:

✅ Spot what's working and do more of it
✅ Identify problems before they become expensive
✅ Improve profits and strengthen cash flow
✅ Make informed decisions based on real numbers
✅ Adjust your plans quickly when circumstances change

Small monthly reviews can prevent big surprises later.

Do you review your figures every month, quarterly, or only at year end?

03/07/2026

⏳ Just over a month to go...

The first Making Tax Digital (MTD) quarterly submission is due by 7 August for eligible sole traders and landlords.

Are you ready?

If you're unsure what MTD means for you, now is the time to check. Getting everything set up before the deadline will make the process much smoother and help avoid any last-minute stress.

If you're already prepared, you're one step ahead. If not, there's still time to get organised.

01/07/2026

🏴⚽ Match day is here!

Wishing the England team the very best of luck as they take on DR Congo today. We'll be joining millions of fans in cheering the Three Lions on and hoping for a great performance.

Come on, England! 🦁🦁🦁

29/06/2026

💭Bookkeeping Tip: Review Your Pricing Regularly

Many businesses experience increased expenses but never review their prices.

✅ Compare costs to revenue
✅ Protect profit margins
✅ Monitor industry trends
✅ Evaluate service profitability
✅ Support business growth

Accurate bookkeeping helps you price with confidence.

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Swindon

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Website

http://www.centauraccountancy.co.uk/

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