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Help with Overdue Accounts: Struggling to file statutory accounts?

Posted on: 08 April 2023

Estimated reading time: 4.5 minutes Overdue accounts can be the Achilles heel for early-stage and growing companies, who tend not to have access to an experienced finance team. Their struggle to file statutory accounts at Companies House is often symptomatic of systemic difficulties within the business, easily overcome with the right accounting support. So, how do early-stage and growing companies access help to avoid the potentially severe consequences of late … Continue reading

Employing staff in the UK? A guide for overseas companies

Posted on: 16 October 2022

(Updated October 2022)   If you’re an overseas business looking to build a presence in the UK, or a start-up about to hire your first employee, it’s worth taking a bit of time now to understand the legal framework that will apply when employing staff in the UK. While we can’t detail all employment law in one article, we can give you an overview of key areas. What is the … Continue reading

Isosceles acquired: The dawn of a new business services model

Posted on: 07 September 2022

Isosceles Finance is delighted to announce they have joined the Dains’ group of businesses. Dains is a leading firm of chartered accountants and business advisers specialising in advising growing and owner-managed businesses. They are backed by Horizon Capital, a private equity investor specialising in technology and service businesses. Related article | Isosceles proves the perfect fit for Dains Accountants Since its formation in 2001, Isosceles has built an enviable client … Continue reading

Accounting recruitment: How to bridge the talent gap  

Posted on: 18 August 2022

One of the biggest inhibitors to business growth for growing tech companies is the  current skills shortage within the finance function. It would be easy to blame Brexit, the pandemic or the UK’s escalating inflation rate, but the truth is that whilst the current economic situation undoubtedly is having a significant impact, the role of the finance function has evolved significantly over the last few years. Several factors make accounting … Continue reading

How do you tell if your business is prepared for exit?

Posted on: 02 July 2022

Estimated Reading Time: 2:00 minutes We are frequently asked, “what does an exit ready business look like?”.   This article introduces the seven key factors which affect value in the eyes of an acquirer and what a business prepared for exit looks like.  It also reveals how you can assess how ready your business is for exit. For some private companies, an exit may not be an immediate priority, but for venture … Continue reading

Thinking of an Exit? Why you need a Data Room NOW!

Posted on: 11 June 2022

Today’s Data Room is traditionally now a virtual room and not a physical one; it is a cloud-based repository for confidentially storing, organising and distributing key information and documents. Having a Data Room can significantly enhance the due diligence process in an M&A transaction.  Not only does it enable the selling company to share documents with potential buyers located anywhere in the world in a controlled and secure manner; it … Continue reading

What could a Company Secretarial service do for my business?

Posted on: 06 June 2022

Company secretarial services are an important component of business administration. Primarily concerned with corporate governance, effective administration and compliance with regulations, company secretarial services encompass a wide range of legal, ethical, and corporate responsibilities. Within the piece, we will highlight why company secretarial services are crucial and why engaging a specialist, like Isosceles, can be a shrewd move. Company Secretarial explained: The board, company and shareholders Whilst it is not … Continue reading

How does a graduate become a chartered accountant (ACA)?

Posted on: 18 March 2022

Chartered accountants work in every part of the economy, providing advice and financial expertise that informs management teams of early-stage businesses and large organisations alike. In this blog, we explain the steps the graduate needs to take to become a chartered accountant and answer some of the most frequently asked questions. What does an ACA chartered accountant do? Chartered accountants are fully qualified accountants that take on a broad role. … Continue reading

What’s the difference between ACA, ACCA and CIMA?  

Posted on: 10 March 2022

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA? You’ll stumble across this confusing avalanche of acronyms if you are a graduate looking to pursue a career in accounting.   ACA, ACCA, and CIMA are all globally recognised accounting qualifications but they focus on different types of skills.  In this brief blog, we help the graduate accountant looking for a suitable graduate training programme understand what ACA, ACCA, and CIMA stand for in the accounting industry, … Continue reading

How does a graduate become a management accountant (CIMA)?

Posted on: 10 March 2022

As a graduate studying to become a CIMA qualified management accountant, you will carry out the roles of finance professional, analyst, strategist, and risk manager simultaneously as you work your way through the graduate training scheme. The CIMA qualification prepares graduate trainee accountants for a career in business and finance and equips them with the latest tools and knowledge to make an impact. In this blog, we describe what the … Continue reading