Today I received my AAT Certificate in Bookkeeping – Level 3 of the Association of Accounting Technicians. For those using the Read Aloud service, the picture is of the certificate I received today. The certificate reads: This is to certify that Peter Trengove (AAT ID: 20392492) has been awarded MERIT in AAT Level 3 Certificate in…
I enjoy learning new things and love keeping myself up-to-date with technology advances. I am a quick learner, so can self-study programs I’ve not used before. This includes the use programs used in finance such as accounting packages like Sage, Quickfile, and Xero, and payment packages such as SumUp, Square, Stripe, and PayPal. I’ve downloaded…
Whenever you sell goods online, it’s important to choose your payment methods carefully. Different platforms have varying fees, ease of use, and encryption methods. Choosing the wrong platform could result in you overpaying, or even putting your customers at a higher risk of data theft. To help you avoid those problems, I’ve put together a comparison…
A paperless office (or paper-free office) is a work environment in which the use of paper is eliminated or greatly reduced. This is done by converting documents and other papers into digital form, a process known as digitisation. Proponents claim that “going paperless” can save money, boost productivity, save space, make documentation and information sharing…
I have completed the AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and am now an AAT Qualified Bookkeeper. I have passed the following exams: Tax Processes for Businesses Management Accounting Techniques Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements
The source of this article is www.gov.uk/tax-codes OverviewYour tax code is used by your employer or pension provider to work out how much Income Tax to take from your pay or pension. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) will tell them which code to use. Find your tax codeYou can find your tax code: What your…
Small businesses in the UK may feel overwhelmed by the complexities of Value Added Tax (VAT). But, understanding VAT is essential if you want to stay compliant with HMRC regulations and ensure your business is profitable. In this blog post, I will explain everything you need to know about VAT so that you are up-to-date…
Wish to cut your bills and save money for a rainy day? Then this facebook page is for you. Here I will be: You too can share your thoughts and experiences you’ve had as a result of things you have found. Together we will turn our SOB into SMILE when we Save On Bills by…
How HMRC is making it easier for individuals and businesses to get their tax right and keep on top of their tax affairs. DocumentsOverview of Making Tax Digital – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)Making Tax Digital for VAT — mythbuster – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) DetailsMaking Tax Digital is a key part of the government’s plans to make it easier…
When to register for VATYou must register if: You must also register (regardless of VAT taxable turnover) if all the following are true: You can choose to register for VAT if your turnover is less than £90,000 (‘voluntary registration’). You must pay HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) any VAT you owe from the date they…