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  • Theatre Tax Relief: Atek's Quick Guide to Relief Rates & More | Atek Accounting

    Theatre Tax Relief: Atek’s Quick Guide to Relief Rates & More

    Published On: May 9th, 20242.5 min read

    Many production companies are missing out on valuable Theatre Tax Relief - are you making the most of it? Download our Quick Guide to learn more > What is Theatre Tax Relief? Theatre Tax Relief (TTR) is a valuable incentive that allows theatrical production companies to claim a portion of their qualifying expenses as a [...]

  • Best Financing Options for Your Small Business | Atek Accounting

    Best Financing Options for Your Small Business

    Published On: April 10th, 20244.5 min read

    Starting a small business is an exciting venture, but it can also be daunting — especially when it comes to financing. There are a number of different financing options for small business owners to consider, but it can be difficult to know which one is right for you. In this blog post, we will [...]

  • How to Manage Negative Cashflow in a Tech Business | Atek Accounting

    How to Manage Negative Cashflow in a Tech Business

    Published On: March 20th, 20245.4 min read

    When you’re running a tech business, “negative cashflow” rarely sounds like good news — and often, it isn’t. But that’s not always the case, and even when it is a problem, there are practical steps you can take to manage and improve the situation. What is Negative Cashflow? The term “cashflow” refers to the [...]

  • Best Invoicing Practices for Event Management Businesses | Atek Accounting

    Best Invoicing Practices for Event Management Businesses

    Published On: March 14th, 20243.9 min read

    Unpaid Invoices Are Crippling Your Events Business Unpaid invoices can seriously disrupt the cash flow of your event management business. Whether it's weddings, festivals, or corporate conferences, steady cash flow is key to keeping everything running smoothly. According to a 2023 study by NatWest Group: 36% of payments taken in an average month arrive [...]

  • Spring Budget 2024: Impact on Performing Arts Businesses | Atek Accounting

    Thoughts from Kerrie: Spring Budget Impact on Performing Arts Businesses

    Published On: March 8th, 20241.7 min read

    The 2024 spring budget brought forth encouraging developments for the creative and performing arts sector, marking a significant boost for its growth and sustainability. Our director, Kerrie Jenkins, shares some initial thoughts about how it will impact performing art companies in the UK. The Chancellor stated in his budget speech, “In recognition of their [...]

  • Budget 2024: Key Information to Know | Atek Accounting

    Spring Budget 2024: Key Information to Know

    Published On: March 7th, 202418.5 min read

    The Growth-Focused 2024 Spring Budget Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered his ‘Budget for Long-Term Growth’ on Wednesday, March 6. In his 2024 spring budget speech, he promised 'more investment, more jobs, better public services, and lower taxes’. Lowering taxes The Chancellor made further changes to National Insurance Contributions (NICs), following the cuts [...]

  • Managing Rapid Business Growth: How To Regain Control | Atek Accounting

    How to Regain Control of Your Rapidly Growing Business

    Published On: March 4th, 20244 min read

    They say speed kills — and in business, unchecked rapid growth can be just as dangerous. If your expansion is outpacing your ability to manage it, it's important to act now. Here are some smart growth management strategies to help you regain control and build sustainably. How Do You Keep Pace of Rapid Business [...]

  • 3 Challenges Every Growing Tech Business Faces (And How to Tackle Them) | Atek Accounting

    3 Challenges Every Growing Tech Business Faces (And How to Tackle Them)

    Published On: February 7th, 20243.4 min read

    Is Your Tech Business Ready To Tackle the Challenges That Come With Growth? Tech, digital, and creative businesses have huge growth potential — which is exciting, but growth also brings its own set of challenges. Being aware of these early on means you can tackle them with confidence. Here are three common obstacles growing [...]

  • How to Analyse Your Production Company's Financial Position | Atek Accounting

    How to Analyse Your Production Company’s Financial Position

    Published On: January 23rd, 20243.8 min read

    Financial analysis is essential for maintaining the strength and success of a production company. It helps you identify strategic investment opportunities, create effective budget plans, and keeping costs in check. This analysis is crucial for determining the profitability of different productions and assessing potential risks. Think of it as a roadmap that guides intelligent [...]

  • Case Study - Resident Advisor: Do We Outsource or Build Inhouse? | Atek Accounting

    Case Study – Resident Advisor: Do We Outsource or Build Inhouse?

    Published On: January 5th, 20240.7 min read

    Could an outside accounting firm really understand the business and provide enough support? How Atek Supported Resident Advisor's Rapid Growth Resident Advisor, the online magazine and community platform for electronic music, was growing rapidly. With that success came the need to make sure they had a full understanding of their finances to make smart [...]

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2 years ago
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Paul Deller
3 years ago
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