Vale & West Chartered Accountants Blog

A £2.4 billion error: Why you need to ensure your accounting figures are correct

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has acknowledged an error it made when publishing Valued Added Tax (VAT) figures that may impact the provisional 2025 to 2026 year-to-date receipts.

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Is an audit reformation finally happening? Have your say before it’s too late!

Is an audit reformation finally happening? Have your say before it’s too late!

Most business owners who are required to get an audit will likely be aware that there have been plans to reform the way that audits work for many years.

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AI’s prominent rise continues but don’t underestimate the importance of accountants

Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT are proving popular with businesses for financial advice, but taking their advice can be dangerous for your company.

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Why are fewer SMEs investing in their company?

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are finding the current economic climate challenging, with many reluctant to invest for fear of losing their business entirely.

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As the UK economy continues to be held back by the anticipation of the Autumn Budget, it can feel like many businesses are not able to invest or grow at the moment.

Are SMEs making the most of the British Business Bank Debt Funds programme?

As the UK economy continues to be held back by the anticipation of the Autumn Budget, it can feel like many businesses are not able to invest or grow at the moment.

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A guide to VAT for businesses: What you need to know

A guide to VAT for businesses: What you need to know

Running a business provides plenty of challenges, including knowing your tax obligations and when you need to file your tax returns.

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What Sole Traders need to know about tax

If you are about to start your business or are currently running a small business, it is important that you understand your tax obligations and when you need to pay them.

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Should businesses prepare for AI to inspect their finances?

AI is rapidly becoming a part of every aspect of life and business and you may have been implementing your own AI services to make life easier.

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Understanding your Corporation Tax obligations

If you manage or run an incorporated business such as a limited company, you are required to register for Corporation Tax which means you need to know your obligations and ensure you are paying your bill on time.

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Inflation stays at 3.8 per cent: Is this good or bad for businesses?

For the second consecutive month, inflation in the UK has stayed at 3.8 per cent which effectively means general costs have stayed at the same price.

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