We're proud to be Xero Champions
We are continually looking at ways to improve our efficiency and work smarter on behalf of our clients. One of the ways we do this is to embrace the latest improvements in payroll and bookkeeping software. Here at AMR we’re big fans of Xero, an award-winning cloud accounting software package that can drastically reduce the […]
Seasonal workers and auto-enrolment – unpicking the facts
With summer in full swing, it’s a busy time for seasonal industries all over the UK. In the South East, where our company is based, tourism and agriculture are key sectors that employ many thousands of seasonal workers. Kent, traditionally known as ‘the garden of England’ for its abundance of orchards and hop gardens, also […]
Poor bookkeeping could be costing your business £15k a year
Running a small or medium-sized business is a challenge that requires grit, determination and 100% dedication. Entrepreneurs tend to have many of these positive qualities, but the truth is that sometimes this unwavering dedication can have a negative side. In short, it can actually cost a business dear when company owners overload themselves rather than […]
New rules for termination payments
When an employee leaves a job, the usual arrangement is that they work out the notice period stipulated in their contract. The average notice period is one month, but it can be as little as a week, or even as long as six months in some senior roles. However, there are occasions when an employer […]
Digital tax revolution – latest news
Whether you’re a sole trader or a limited company owner, it’s likely you have heard mention of the government’s ‘Making Tax Digital’ initiative (MTD). The goal is to transform Britain’s tax administration into the most advanced in the world by introducing compulsory digital recordkeeping via cloud-based software platforms. Last month HMRC announced that […]
Director-only companies and auto enrolment
Pensions auto enrolment began in 2013, and since then nine million workers have signed up to company schemes, with only nine percent choosing to opt out. For small companies and micro employers (the latter defined as having between one and nine employees), the new legislation has inevitably led to extra administration, not to mention […]
Our tax year tick list
Now that the new financial year is upon us, we’re busy with the many payroll tasks that need to be carried out at this time. April is always a hectic month for employers’ payroll departments, and it’s no wonder that many firms outsource the work to companies such as AMR, who can dedicate their […]
Late payments – time to act!
There was some welcome news for small businesses during the Chancellor’s spring statement earlier this month. Philip Hammond promised to launch a ‘call for evidence’ to see how the government can ‘eliminate the continuing scourge of late payments.’ Cracking down on late payments for goods and services is certainly a key issue for companies […]
Protecting data – our pledge to you
The decision to outsource bookkeeping and payroll requirements can be a big step in any company’s evolution. Allowing access to a third party to confidential details is, understandably, a leap of faith that some bosses feel nervous about. It’s vital, therefore, to appoint a bookkeeping team that pledges to place discretion and confidentiality at […]
Excuses, excuses!
You may have read the recent news stories about the excuses people give for failing to file their tax returns on time. HMRC revealed a number of excuses including: I couldn’t file my return on time as my wife has been seeing aliens and wouldn’t let me enter the house I’ve been far too […]
