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How retailers can get ready for post-Christmas cashflow issues
It’s easy for businesses to run into cashflow issues especially at this time of the year. Why? Read more about the issues causing the problem and how it can be prevented.
Round-up of recent COVID-19 support scheme news
From the Treasury confirming the cancellation of this year’s Autumn Budget to the announcement of Rishi Sunak’s Winter Economy Plan, many changes are being made by the UK Government to help stabilise the economy. Here are the most recent updates to all of the UK schemes launched as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
The complete guide to the construction VAT reverse charge
The VAT reverse charge for the construction industry was supposed to come into effect a year ago this month. It’s been delayed, and delayed again, but finally kicks in from next March. Here’s everything you need to know about how it works.
Online business, online accounting: integrating Xero and Amazon using A2X
Xero is great but smart use of plugins and add-ons can make it even more powerful. For example, A2X imports sales data from Amazon, processes it and sends it to Xero, saving you hours of time.
Managing your business cashflow as Government support schemes wind down
As the Government winds up its various coronavirus support schemes we look at what’s changing, what’s still available and other ways to improve your business’s cashflow in these tough times.
VAT changes in Hospitality and Tourism
VAT changes in the Hospitality and Tourism sector The Chancellor's Summer Statement The Chancellor delivered his Summer Statement on 8 July 2020. It contained key measures intended to stimulate consumer spending in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. One of these was...
VAT Domestic Reverse Charge for Construction – LATEST UPDATE
In a further development, due to the impact of Covid-19 on the construction sector, the VAT domestic reverse charge for construction services has been further delayed by 5 months and will now commence on 1 March 2021. This delay also comes with a change requiring...
Covid-19 Update – What we know so far
Covid-19 Coronavirus - Support and help from James Scott The current Covid-19 coronavirus is affecting us all. Here we take a look at the measures taken by Government to tackle the challenges faced by business over the coming months. Businesses in the Retail,...
First impressions…do your numbers add up?
At James Scott our team is closely linked to our values. Over the last few years we have worked with Deborah Ogden, personal branding expert, to identify our firms chosen values. Here Deborah discusses the importance of first impressions. First impressions...do your...
Focus on…..Olivia Nield
Because one of James Scott Accountants key qualities is Teamwork, we like to focus on one of our team so that our clients and prospective clients can get to know us more! Today we focus on…..Olivia Nield. Olivia Nield - James Scott Accountants How long have you been...
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