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  • Outsourcing CFO Function: Key Benefits & Considerations | Atek Accounting

    Should You Outsource Your CFO Function? Key Benefits and Considerations

    Published On: May 5th, 20234.1 min read

    As your business grows, it will encounter new and increasingly complex financial problems. These days, outsourcing your CFO function could be the perfect solution. A Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is the person in charge of managing a company's finances. This includes overseeing financial planning, risk management, record-keeping, and reporting. This role plays a critical [...]

  • Tax Deductions Your Small Business May Be Overlooking | Atek Accounting

    Commonly Overlooked Tax Deductions for Small Businesses

    Published On: April 12th, 20234.3 min read

    Are You Missing Out on Tax Deductions? Tax season can be stressful, but what if you’re paying more than necessary? Many small businesses miss out on valuable deductions simply because they don’t know what they can claim. By taking advantage of overlooked tax deductions, you can reduce your tax bill and keep more of [...]

  • A Quick Guide to Operating Profit Margin | Atek Accounting

    Quick Guide to Operating Profit Margin

    Published On: March 31st, 20234.7 min read

    Do you know how efficient your business operations are? When monitoring your finances, it’s important to know that not all profit margins are the same. You might focus on overall profit, but different margins reveal different perspectives. One of the most insightful? Your operating profit margin. But what exactly does this metric measure, and [...]

  • Why You Need An Accountant For The Growth Of Your Small Business | Atek Accounting

    Why You Need An Accountant For The Growth Of Your Small Business

    Published On: March 3rd, 20233.5 min read

    Is an Accountant Needed for a Small Business? Small businesses often put off hiring an accountant until they’ve grown bigger, but that could be a mistake that actually delays growth. Do small businesses need an accountant? The services of an accountant extend beyond simply minimising your tax bill, although that’s an undeniably valuable advantage. [...]

  • 6 Accounting Mistakes That Can Be Costly to Your Small Business | Atek Accounting

    6 Accounting Mistakes That Can Be Costly to Your Small Business

    Published On: February 23rd, 20233.8 min read

    We know that accounting is never a small business owner’s favourite task. It is, however, vital that you keep on top of your accounts to prevent money from leaking out of your company. The following accounting mistakes could mean that your small business is losing profits without you even knowing about it. Once you [...]

  • 7 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Business Costs | Atek Accounting

    7 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Business Costs

    Published On: January 27th, 20234.1 min read

    Expenses grow along with your small business, so it’s always in your interest to consider where you can reduce business costs. But, overzealous cutting in the wrong areas can lead to a myriad of problems. Keeping costs low is important to maximise your profits and protect your small business against inflation - you need [...]

  • 6 Steps to Ensure That Your Business is Financially Fit and Healthy | Atek Accounting

    6 Steps to Ensure That Your Business is Financially Fit and Healthy

    Published On: January 12th, 20234 min read

    As we start a new year, many people are setting new personal fitness goals for themselves. However, as a business owner, you also need to be looking to ensure that your company is financially fit and healthy. Do you fully understand the strength of your financial situation and the areas that need focus? With [...]

  • Why Cash Flow Forecasting Is Critical for Events Management firms | Atek Accounting

    Why Cash Flow Forecasting Is Critical for Event Management Firms

    Published On: December 6th, 20223.2 min read

    Master Your Business Finances with Cash Flow Forecasting The events industry is unpredictable - one month might be fully booked, and the next eerily quiet. So, how do you stay ahead financially in such a volatile landscape? That’s where cash flow forecasting comes in. Cash flow forecasting provides a strategic view of where your [...]

  • Recession-Proof Your Small Business: 5 Simple Tips To Help | Atek Accounting

    5 Simple Ways to Recession-Proof Your Small Business

    Published On: November 29th, 20223.7 min read

    With high energy and food prices, elevated inflation, rising interest rates, and global economic weakness, the Bank of England is expecting the UK economy to be in recession until the middle of 2024 - the longest recession in history. As is often the case, small businesses are likely to feel the biggest impact, which [...]

  • Can Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) Help Tech Recruitment | Atek Accounting

    Can the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) Help Tech Firms with Recruitment?

    Published On: October 21st, 20222.9 min read

    Have you considered how the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) can support your recruiting efforts? Eight in ten small businesses are finding it difficult to recruit staff, according to a report published by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB). The FSB's 'Scaling Up Skills' report found that over 80% of small firms are flagging a [...]

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