Making tax digital was originally postponed to 2018, and has now been pushed back further to 2019, for businesses with a turnover in excess of £85,000 and 2020 for those under the VAT threshold. Although the postponement has been welcomed by business owners, these dates can not be ignored. Under the new making tax digital scheme, businesses will be required to submit their information to HMRC quarterly. Now is the time for businesses to start thinking about how they keep their books and records. We work with Xero, Sage, FreeAgent and Quickbooks to name but a few. If you would like a review of your current system please contact Kayleigh@darceyandbateaccountants.co.uk

When you start to see the Christmas adverts on television you think of all things merry.... unless you’re an accountant. These adverts mean it’s getting closer to tax return deadline day. Our clients are now receiving regular reminders to send us their tax return records. Our deadline to ensure we complete your 2016/17 tax return before the deadline, is 12th January 2018. We have set a very high target and would like to have 80% complete before the Christmas break. We would really appreciate your help to achieve this together. If you would like to discuss your Tax Return, please call Kayleigh on 01530 414 285 or email Kayleigh@darceyandbateaccountants.co.uk

Charlie is the newest member of the team here at Darcey & Bate. Charlie joined us in September, having previously completed her AAT level 2. Charlie has made the switch from industry to working in practice, and is now studying her AAT level 3. Charlie will be completing payroll, VAT returns and helping with the completion of year end accounts. To contact Charlie, please email Charlie@darceyandbateaccountants.co.uk