How a Statutory Audit Can Fuel Business Growth
In the business landscape, statutory audits often carry the weight of compliance, but beneath the surface lies a potent driver of growth. Let’s explore how a thorough statutory audit goes beyond mere regulatory adherence to positively impact financial health, operational efficiency, and long-term prosperity. 1. Financial Health Turbocharged: Far from a routine exercise, a statutory […]
HMRC New Tool for Voluntary National Insurance Contributions
In the UK, the National Insurance (NI) system serves as a fundamental pillar of the welfare state, providing financial support and services to individuals throughout their lives. National Insurance Contributions (NICs) require mandatory payments made by most employees, employers, and self-employed individuals to fund state benefits, including the State Pension, statutory sick pay, and unemployment […]
Xero Training – self-taught or professional training?
Navigating bookkeeping on Xero poses a crucial decision: one can either embark on a self-guided journey with the help of some online tutorials or opt for structured, professional training. In this article, we dissect the disparities between these approaches, to help individuals make informed decisions. Whether you’re a business owner seeking to streamline operations or […]
Audit 2.0: The Digital Revolution in Statutory Audits
In the realm of finance, a seismic shift is occurring as auditors move from manual processes to a tech-driven future known as Audit 2.0. At its core is the infusion of artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics, transforming how audits are conducted and the insights they yield. The Tech Leap Gone are the days of […]
Efficient Financial Year End Services
At NRB we pride ourselves as working as efficiently as we can to give our clients the most up to date and relevant advice we can within their financial year end. Efficiency in Action As a demonstration of this philosophy we have already completed five financial year ends ending in March 2024. In addition to […]
FRC Amendments to FRS102
Following extensive stakeholder consultation, the Financing Reporting Council (FRC) have completed their periodic review of UK GAAP. The following outlines the details of their new requirements. Areas Affected by Changes Effective for accounting periods starting on or after 1st January 2026, the key impacted areas include: Improvements and Clarifications Additionally, there are several incremental improvements […]
Streamlining Bookkeeping with Personalised Invoice Templates
In the dynamic realm of modern business operations, efficient bookkeeping is paramount to sustaining financial health and driving growth. One indispensable tool in this arsenal is a well-designed invoice template. Additionally, for businesses harnessing the power of Xero, customised invoice templates can be a game-changer, offering streamlined processes and enhanced professionalism. Understanding the Invoice An […]
Unlocking Efficiency: How AI Revolutionises Your Financial Future
At NRB, we’re committed to not just meeting but exceeding your expectations, and AI is our key to unlocking new levels of efficiency and value in our partnership with you. Streamlining Your Financial Operations Say goodbye to manual data entry and tedious reconciliation tasks. With AI seamlessly integrated into our processes, we’re able to streamline […]
Tips for Preparing Your Self-Assessment Tax Returns
As we approach the end of the current tax year, individuals and businesses are gearing up for the annual task of collating their information to enable them to file their Self-Assessment Tax Returns with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). This process can often seem daunting, but with careful preparation and organisation, it can be managed […]
Tax Planning – Get ahead for 2023/24
Tax Planning plays a pivotal role and is a crucial aspect of financial management that individuals and businesses must consider. At NRB, we understand the complexities of taxation and aim to provide comprehensive guidance to our clients to ensure effective tax planning. As the current tax year draws to a close, it’s essential to consider […]