Are you ready for mandatory Companies House identity verification? What business owners need to know
Written by Accounts Partner, Richard Durrell From Autumn 2025, all company directors, People with Significant Control (PSCs), and those filing documents on behalf of UK companies will need to verify their identity with Companies House. This requirement, introduced under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA), represents one of the most significant changes […]
How accounts preparation can help you meet audit deadlines and reduce disclosure requirements
Written by Accounts Partner, Rachel Jackson If you’re part of a growing, more complex business now subject to external audit, you’ll already know how much more rigorous the process becomes. Audit expectations rise. Deadlines tighten. Documentation is scrutinised. And yet, the accounts preparation step is often overlooked. That’s a missed opportunity. Because done right, accounts […]
What is iXBRL tagging and why it matters to your business
Written by Accounts Partner, Rachel Jackson You might have heard your accountant mention “iXBRL tagging” and assumed it was just another compliance reporting requirement. But it plays a bigger role than many realise. iXBRL tagging is now central to how financial information is reported, interpreted, and compared – and it can directly affect how your […]
How to link your KPIs to your forecast
Written by Outsourcing Partner, Sudhir Rawal Forecasting is at the heart of good business planning. But a forecast on its own is just numbers. To understand whether those numbers are pointing in the right direction, you need context. That’s where key performance indicators (KPIs) come in. KPIs and forecasting go hand in hand. Used […]
How an accountant can support your business after an M&A deal
Written by the Head of Gravita’s Technology Sector, Ben Chernoff M&A activity is showing signs of recovery in 2025, with a notable uptick in strategic acquisitions. Rather than chasing scale for its own sake, businesses are targeting deals that bring in specialist skills, access to new technologies, or diversification into less volatile markets. This shift […]
Your guide to company secretarial services and business registration in the UK
Written by Accounts Partner, Richard Durrell If you’re starting or managing a company in the UK, it’s crucial to understand company secretarial services and the registration process. These elements are more than just legal formalities. They shape your business’s compliance, operational efficiency, and overall reputation. Talk to us Why company secretarial services matter to you […]
How to set up a pension scheme for your business
13/02/2025 Written by Associate Director, Marc Taylor If you employ at least one person, setting up a workplace pension scheme isn’t just a good idea – it’s a legal requirement. Since the introduction of auto-enrolment, businesses must ensure eligible employees are enrolled in a pension scheme and that the correct contributions are made. While this […]
Accounting for waste recycling companies
12/02/2025 Audit Partner, Jenny Cessini Partner, Technology Sector Head, Ben Chernoff The waste recycling industry operates in a complex financial landscape, requiring tailored accounting practices to address unique challenges. From managing irregular stock availability to navigating specific tax regulations, this guide provides insights to support waste recycling businesses in optimising their accounting processes. Table of […]
The new Employers’ NICs rates – how will they impact your business and your people management strategy?
Written by Accounts Partner, Jen Sewell In the 2024 Autumn Budget, the government announced that the following changes would come into force from 6th April 2025 for Employer’s NIC: A decrease of the Secondary Threshold from £9,100 to £5,000 from which Employers NIC is calculated An increase in the Class 1 NICs rate from 13.8% […]
What does the Autumn 2024 Budget mean for the UK’s hospitality industry?
Written by Outsourcing Partner, Sudhir Rawal The 2024 Autumn Budget has landed, and for the UK’s hospitality sector, it spells a more challenging time ahead. Rising costs from wage increases, National Insurance changes and reduced rate reliefs are set to squeeze budgets even further. With these updates, businesses across the industry will feel the strain. […]