
Xero accountants: software is only part of the service
Xero can make accounting records easier to manage, but software alone does not make an accountant better. The quality of the setup, bookkeeping, review and advice still matters.
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Xero can make accounting records easier to manage, but software alone does not make an accountant better. The quality of the setup, bookkeeping, review and advice still matters.

HMRC can help with tax administration, account queries and general guidance. But when the tax position is uncertain or complex, professional advice can help you understand the facts, options and risks before you act.

A historical pre-Budget article published ahead of the Autumn Budget and Spending Review on 27 October 2021, including our original Budget bingo card and the expectations being discussed at the time.

UK businesses must usually register for VAT when taxable turnover goes over £90,000 in a rolling 12-month period, or when they expect to exceed £90,000 in the next 30 days. Voluntary registration can also make sense in some cases.

A historical article published on 1 November 2020 following the announcement that the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme would be extended through November. The scheme later changed again and ultimately ended on 30 September 2021.

A historical guide to the initial Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme rules used in spring 2020, before flexible furlough began on 1 July 2020. The scheme later changed several times and ended on 30 September 2021.

A historical guide to the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme as first announced on 26 March 2020. SEISS later changed across five grants and the final claims window closed on 30 September 2021.

A historical snapshot from 20 March 2020, when UK hospitality venues were ordered to close for on-premises service while takeaway and delivery remained available under temporary coronavirus measures.