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Picking an accountant – a contractor’s checklist
What to look for in a world where anyone can call themselves an accountant.
Guide Limited companies
Do I legally need an accountant for my limited company?
It’s a ‘no’ to this oft-asked question by contractors, but the benefits of hiring an accountant anyway are considerable.
Guide Starting out
Choosing a Limited Company Accountant
Everything you need to know about finding the right accountant for your limited company.
Guide Limited companies
Changing your contractor accountant
Because of the level of trust required and the potential risks associated with failure, an IT contractor’s relationship with their accountant is necessarily a special…
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BBC blames accountants for IR35 advice
Amid pressure from a Tory MP, the broadcaster is hitting out at PSCs’ advisers.
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Bright Ideas Accountancy
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to switch accountants, join the thousands of contractors who have trusted Bright Ideas Accountancy for their financial needs.
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