changing accountants?
Whatever the reason, changing accountant can be a hard sell. For many, the process can seem too complicated and risky, with no guarantee of a better service afterward. Others just don’t want to hurt their accountant’s feelings.
But when it’s time to switch accountant… your business must come first.
Talk to us
Plus Minus accountants have all run companies of their own, so our team benefits from specialists in numerous fields and industries. We’ll look over what isn’t working and lay out what we can do, including:
- Explanation of accounts with expert analysis in layman’s terms
- Full and experienced representation in HMRC correspondence and investigations
- Detailed forecasting and bespoke solutions to cash flow issues
- Insider advice and support on international tax issues
- Specialist guidance for contractors and small to medium sized enterprises
There are a number of factors to take into consideration when changing accountant. Knowledge, experience, and additional services are crucial, but so are straightforward fee structures and, above all, a personal touch.
Changing is easy
If you decide we’re a good fit, the first thing you’ll need to do is email your existing accountant to terminate their services. This doesn’t have to be a long message, and you don’t even need a reason. Just be sure to let them know our details and CC us in on the email. You’ll also need to give permission for your existing accountants to transfer the relevant documents to us. We can then formally request all the information they hold on you and your business. It’s in everyone’s interest to get this process over with quickly, so it shouldn’t take long. Once we have everything we need, we’ll carry out the formalities of confirming your identity and trading status and sign the contract between us before setting you up on our system. Whether it’s time to switch contractor accountant or replace unsatisfactory business advisors, you must do what’s right for your business. Just keep in mind that waiting until the end of your financial year before switching accountants will help to avoid unnecessary expenditure.
Plus Minus services
We offer everything a standard accountancy firm does and more, tailoring our comprehensive accountancy services to nurture the growth of any small businesses. In addition to start-up advice, we provide expert support on:
Managing cash flow