Finance Archives - ValueAdd

COVID-19 Information Updates

You, our clients, are very important to us and we want you to know that we’re keeping business as usual and we’re available for any queries you may have through the usual channels.

It’s International Women’s Day, and we’re talking about the gender pay gap, childcare costs and the ‘Motherhood Penalty’

Back in 2017, gender pay gap reporting regulations required employers to make public any pay differences (including bonus pay) between men and women.

Are You A Bookkeeper Or A Dinosaur?

It’s not the first time there’s been talk in the industry about the extinction of bookkeepers.

Sales Invoices – What you need to know

If you’re setting out in business, one of the most exciting things you’ll do is send your first sales invoice. But what should you include? Not just to be compliant, but to ensure swift and accurate payment from your client.

Learning, Inspire Tour, ICB, CPD, 2018, Bookkeeping, Professional Development, Regulations, AML, Money Laundering, DBS

Institute of Certified Bookkeepers – The Inspire Tour 2018

Last week was a busy one for team ValueAdd! The calendar was chock-a-block with meetings, software demos, webinars and networking. Not to mention the day to day client work! But the most exciting day of the week was Wednesday, when I hopped on a train to Edinburgh bright and early, in time to arrive at the Hilton Carlton North Bridge for the 2018 Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Inspire Tour.

What is a valid VAT invoice?

If you’re VAT registered, you’ll want to make the most of it by claiming back the VAT on your purchases wherever possible. But, as bookkeepers, we see a lot of our clients missing out because they haven’t submitted a valid VAT invoice. So, just what is a valid VAT invoice?

Emma Jauncey - Employed Bookkeeper of the year 2017

Merry Christmas from ValueAdd Business Solutions

It’s been a another busy year here at ValueAdd Business Solutions, and as we reflect on 2017 we would love to take this opportunity to update you on everything we have been up to.

The best learning resources for bookkeepers

As bookkeepers we need to keep to keep up to date if we want to be able to speak to our clients confidently and with accurate knowledge. Whether you’re studying towards a qualification, or a veteran of the profession, it pays to know your stuff. So we’ve put together a list of our favourite learning resources to share with you.

Should Virtual Assistants register for Anti Money Laundering supervision?

When it comes to Anti Money Laundering supervision, we know a lot of our fellow Virtual Assistants are being left in the lurch by HMRC – finding it impossible to get a straight answer as to whether or not they need to register. So, we’re here to help break it down for you.

Tech tips to help with your virtual business

Want to go virtual? Work remotely? Go paperless? Make the most of cloud tech?