How an accountant can help a Small Business Owner

Euro Accounting Ltd explain you why an accountant is important in a company.

If you are starting a small business on a limited budget, you have probably spent some time trying to figure out where you can cut business costs and do more on your own to stretch the funds you have available.

If you have an accounting background and a solid understanding of business finances, this may be a good place to cut costs. However, if you lack experience in managing the books of a business and expect to learn as you go, you should think twice. Managing your own accounting system incorrectly can hurt your business not only now, but also in the long-term.

Below is a rundown of the things an accountant can do for a small business owner. Review the list carefully, especially if you’re still unsure why an accountant may be a good resource to add to your small business team.

The Start-Up Process

When you start a business, there are many actions you need to take and systems you need to set up to create the foundation for a successful business. An accountant can help by:

• Determining the best business structure for your situation.
• Assisting with the financial analysis in your business plan.
• Providing advice on the type of accounting software you may need.
• Providing advice and assistance on opening a business bank account.
• Making sure your accounting procedures comply with government regulations and requirements.
• Providing advice on how to track expenses during your daily business activities.
• Explaining the importance of keeping personal and business expenses separate.

Regular Business Operations

Once your business is off the ground, you will need to maintain the accounting system that your accountant helped you to set up. Some specific actions your accountant may take to assist you on an ongoing basis include:

• Helping ensure that your independent contractors are classified as such (and not employees) by HRMC.
• Explaining your financial statements so you can understand the ins and outs of your business.
• Overseeing company payroll and payment processes.
• Providing advice on estimated tax payments you should make during the year.
• Determining when and how you fill out your assessment form.
• Closing out your books and create financial reports at the end of the year.
• Compiling and submitting your taxes, financial reports, and all necessary paperwork to HRMC.

Business Growth Stage

When you are ready to grow your business, your accountant can be an integral resource that provides advice and helps you manage the process. An accountant can also:

• Help you determine areas for growth by providing insight on cash flow patterns, inventory management, pricing, and business financing.
• Provide advice on property and equipment leasing and purchase.
• Help you prevent getting audited by HRMC.
• Create financial forecasts so you can make better decisions in your business.
• Work with you to create a business budget that will support your business goals.
• Provide advice and resources to assist you with the sale of your business.

These are just some of the ways accountants can work with small business owners. You can opt to hire an accountant for all of your financial activity, or you can choose a combined approach that limits his or her hands-on activity, reducing the expense.

The most important thing you can do when it comes to your business finances is to recognize when you need to enlist the help of a professional, and then find an accountant who will help maintain the fiscal health of your business.

Euro Accounting Ltd can help you to maintain the financial health of your business.

Feel free to contact us for any further information.

Shabir Djakiodine

Director & Founder