Tax efficiency for the self-employed
Hello, I am self-employed and I've been asked to invoice a client for my services along with all other expenses. What would be most efficient way to deal with this situation? Basically, my real income...
View ArticleAP vs AR Debate Needs Settling
I am an AP manager and have a debate with my companies AR manager that needs settling. We operate a number of hotels and work in our head office, my team pay internal invoices to our AR team (that's...
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Is AAT right for me?
Hi, I was after some advice/opinions on if AAT or getting into the accounting industry is the right path for me to take? I'm feeling a little uncertain/lost? A little bit of my background; I'm a male...
View ArticleCan you start AAT level 2 as a beginner
This discussion was created from comments split from: Course advice for a newbie please? AAT, ACCA or CIMA?.
View ArticleWhat laptop for AAT?
Strange question maybe but does anybody have any recommendations as to laptops for the AAT course... I've been looking at the Chromebooks as they seem to be good value for money? Thanks
View ArticleAdvice Needed Please - Level 4
Hi all,I am currently studying AAT L4 and should be finished by August 2017. I would like to go into ACCA/CIMA/ACA afterwards and was wondering what the best options are for me. I am currently temping...
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CPAG Sage One Kaplan Question - Computerised Accounting AQ2013
Hi All,I had my CPAG Computerised Accounting (AQ2013) exam today with Kaplan in London and I have a question which I'd very much appreciate feedback on.I purchased a subscription to Sage One to study...
View ArticleFinancial Statements/Measurement of property, plant and equipment
HelloInitially PPE is measured at cost on the SOP, Cost is the purchase price, including any import duties, taxes, plus any costs directly attributable to bring the asset to the location and condition,...
View ArticleStudy Buddy - I need to get motivated!
Hi everyone, I have just started level 3 and I am finding it hard to get motivated. I finished my degree in finance and law two years ago and I have been in work ever since, however I am finding it...
View ArticleLiabilty for Errors
I am looking to start a small practice and will be hoping to provide tax return and VAT return services. Can I ask what liability I/the practice would have for any errors made, for example missing an...
View ArticleBuying a Block of Fees
I have the opportunity to buy a small block of fees from a downsizing accountant. This will be the first time I have seen this done. If anyone has any experience of this I'd be extremely grateful if...
View ArticleCan I charge clients without ACCA?
I currently have a number of local businesses asking me to prepare their financial statements and submit their tax returns. Having completed AAT, would I be able to carry out this work and charge them...
View ArticleWriting to HMRC for a VAT ruling
Hello all A client has asked for me to write to HMRC to obtain a VAT ruling on their business supply of Flapjacks which is marketing as a snack meal replacement, which looking at HMRC guidelines falls...
View Articlestudy timeline
I was just wondering where people are upto with their studies? I only received my books a week ago and am only on chapter 5 of the first book
View ArticleConsumer invoices
I am vat registered and have recently started to sell goods on Ebay. I suddenly find myself having to raise a lot of invoices from my system (Navision), I was wondering ,from a VAT point of view, if it...
View ArticleWhat do you need to open an online based cigarette shop?
I have a friend who wants to open an online based cigarette and alcohol shop. He asked me that is it enough if he is self- employed? I know he would need far more than that, including some licenses...
View ArticleSetting up new practice and Software
HiI am looking at starting mu own practice and I am finding it difficult to decide on the best software. My queries are;1. I am looking at cloud based systems as there seems to be a movement towards...
View ArticleBest cloud based file storage/sharing for small practice
We're actually thinking of arriving in the 21st century and looking into cloud sharing options for our small practice.There will only be 5/6 of us but it would be handy for eveyone to be able to locate...
View ArticleAAT Level 3 (2013)>AAT Level 4 (2016)
Hello All,I'm currently studying at level 3 under the 2013 syllabus with 2 exams to go (1 in November, 1 in December). I started in January, which my training provider allowed me to do, I just did my...
View ArticleHave i got the right books for AQ2016?
The titles of my books relate to AQ2013, for instance my first books are entitled 'Accounts preparation' but when Iook on the web its telling me the first module is 'Advanced Bookkeeping'?
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