Top 10 Tips To Find A New Accountant


by Jane Somner - Date: 2007-01-28 - Word Count: 251 Share This!

Choosing the wrong accountant can be an easy mistake to make, well yes, an easy mistake but one that's easily avoided as well. The wrong accountant could be detrimental to your business and very often too many business owners spend too little time to find the right accountant, just because they don't have the time! This is why we would like to offer our Top 10 Tips to Find A New Accountant:

Invest time in finding the right accountant. It's a long-term relationship!

Tell them what you are planning to do and check whether they offer the services you will need to build your business.

First meetings arranged through Focus are FREE so check in advance to make sure first meetings are FREE of charge.

Does the practice have experience of your sector and type of business?

Look for a practice which is similar in size to yours; they will be more understanding about the issues and problems you will face.

Ask to speak to existing clients' (testimonials & references are important).

Tell the accountant what you are planning to do and check whether they offer the services you will need to build your business.

Is the practice proactive; do they aim to spot opportunities to improve your company profitability as well identifying tax savings when they arise?

Do you get on with this person; is this someone you can work with? Do you feel happy that he or she will be able to help you develop your business?

Are fees fixed each year? When are they payable? Are there hidden costs?


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At Focus Research & Marketing Limited, we have been working with the Accounting Industry for many years and our research has shown us what makes a good accountant (find out more on our website!) With our experience over the years we have developed a diverse and comprehensive network of the most proactive professional advisors who can assist your business with all manner of services - Take advantage of our research and save yourself the time and hassle of searching around for a new accountant. Or even worse just picking an accountancy practice out of 'thin air'. Our personalised and impartial service is FREE to UK businesses and we will make it easy to Find A New Accountant who is just what you need! http://www.findanewaccountant.co.uk

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