Outsourcing in 2026: New Year, New Strategy

Planning for the year often starts with targets (growth, margin, capacity). Then reality arrives: hiring is still difficult, and delivery deadlines do not move. In the UK, recruitment pressure has stayed stubbornly high. The British Chambers of Commerce reported that 76% of recruiting firms faced hiring difficulties in Q1 2025 (easing only slightly to 73% […]

Embracing AI in Accounting: Insights from Accountex 2024

Every stage at Accountex 2024 buzzed with discussions on AI, covering a myriad of topics pertinent to the accounting industry. I attended a few of the talks but the talk by Billie Mcloughlin ACCA and Matt Jones really resonated with me, it provided valuable insights into the current state and future potential of AI in accounting. Here are my […]

Outsourced Accounting: A Cost-Effective Solution for Small Businesses

Outsource Accounting

The competitive world of entrepreneurship demands efficiency and smart decision-making, particularly when it comes to financial management. An emerging strategic trend is for small and medium businesses to outsource their accounting function to cloud accountants – a cost-effective solution that blends expertise with flexibility. Understanding Outsourced Accounting Outsourced accounting involves delegating an organization’s accounting functions […]

UK in House Vs SA Outsourced Staff Calculator

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