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  1. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Update on Calculating Holiday Pay

    We know that many people are still struggling to get their head around what this means for their business in practice. To support with this challenge, we have reviewed the matter further and have put together the below recommendations. Recap…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  2. Blog26th Jun 2024

    AI for business and HR-Are you moving with the wave?

    We already know it is important to remain up to date with advances in technology to remain competitive. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is at the forefront of the tech world, in fact it contributed £3.7 billion to the economy in 2022.…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  3. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Is Presenteeism The Silent Productivity Killer?

    Presenteeism is a key issue within many modern businesses, particularly in the current climate following the coronavirus pandemic. Presenteeism is the act of an employee continuing to work when they should not be working, such as working without breaks or…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  4. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Are you ready for the upcoming tax system changes?

    With several significant tax system changes on the way like the basis reform, now is the time to check how these will affect your business. Are You Ready for the Basis Period Reform? The basis period is the accounting period…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  5. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Are you ready for an Income Tax Return enquiry? 

    A tax enquiry is the process by which HMRC check in detail that the information on a tax return is correct and complete. HMRC have the right to make a formal enquiry into every tax return submitted to them. This…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  6. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Ten benefits of hotel accounting

    While outsourcing hotel accounting can sometimes be viewed negatively—due to concerns about loss of control, dependency on external providers, or lack of industry-specific knowledge—AAB Hotel Accounting offers a tailored approach that directly addresses these challenges. Here’s how partnering with us…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  7. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Rhonda Redfern – People Spotlight

    WHO I HELP Clients in all sectors including public, private, third sector, universities, IT industries and banks. HOW I HELP Catering support to the organisation – sometimes you work solely at a senior level, and sometimes you’re working at every…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  8. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Employee Ownership Trusts: Alternative to family succession?

    Known for their adaptable nature, innovative spirit and contribution to the economy, the importance of the successful continuation of our family businesses cannot be overstated. Retaining the ownership and running of the business within the family is often considered a…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  9. Blog26th Jun 2024

    What Does Members Voluntary Liquidation mean?

    It can be a daunting time for business owners closing down a solvent business. Owners are used to having full control and dealing with all business matters, therefore understandably, we are asked many questions before and during the process of…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  10. Blog26th Jun 2024

    What Are Family Investment Companies?

    In recent years, “Family Investment Companies” (FICs) have become more widely used in family tax planning exercises.  However, they are not a new structure by any means – our oldest FIC client is over 100 years old! They are setup……

    By Caroline Murphy

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  11. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Managing Organisational Change

    The description of the business environment as volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous (VUCA) has been pervasive in thought leadership on change management in recent years. Indeed, the changing fortunes of organisations in the wake of the Covid pandemic, Brexit, and…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  12. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Stuart Petrie, Head of Tax Investigations & Dispute Resolutions and author of blog about tax investigations

    Do you have a legal remuneration strategy?

    Each year it is important for business owners to review the company remuneration strategy to determine the most tax-efficient way to withdraw money from the business. Unfortunately, a number of business owners view the contents of the business bank account…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  13. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Are Inheritance Tax Rules Changing?

    Could we soon see Inheritance Tax changes? It has been reported that the Government is considering scrapping Inheritance Tax (IHT) in advance of the upcoming general election. IHT is a controversial and generally unpopular tax, which has been labelled as…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  14. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Inheritance Tax- Are Changes Coming?

      Could we soon see Inheritance Tax changes? It has been reported that the Government is considering scrapping Inheritance Tax (IHT) in advance of the upcoming general election. IHT is a controversial and generally unpopular tax, which has been labelled…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  15. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Cruising around the world – can it really reduce your tax bill?

    The post-COVID world looks very different for many workers. Many are now choosing to work not just from home instead of the office, but in some cases, an entirely different country. Most are searching for a better work/life balance, escaping…

    By Caroline Murphy

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  16. Blog26th Jun 2024

    Are You Prepared for the New Enhanced Reporting Requirements?

    Starting from 1 January 2024, Irish employers will be required to comply with the enhanced reporting requirements (ERR) mandated by the Finance Act 2022. New Enhanced Reporting Requirements (ERR) for Irish Employers Starting from 1 January 2024, Irish employers will…

    By Caroline Murphy

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