Spotlight Articles for Advisory & Business

What distinguishes an exceptional accounting firm? It’s the perfect combination of knowledge, expertise, culture, and an unwavering commitment to client success.

As accounting tech evolves, businesses and firms are diversifying their tools to ensure they can meet their clients’ needs - from utilising the power of AI to identifying the best way to report on ESG (hello, Spotlight Sustain). Competition for innovation is fierce, and there are UK-based firms leading the way.

More and more accounting firms are turning to technology innovation to best support their customers’ needs, and with Spotlight Reporting’s forward-thinking approach, businesses can rest assured they’re in safe hands. This is exactly the case for iNexus.

In only one year of operations, SurSum has achieved incredible success, which can be accredited to one individual, Tom Blandford. With a 20-year career spanning large firms such as PwC and Armstrong Watson, Blandford now runs SurSum.

It’s no secret that the digital revolution is reshaping the way many businesses manage their financial operations. From emerging software solutions to the rise of blockchain technology and the increasing reliance on data analytics, digital technology has opened up a world of possibilities.

In an era dominated by digital commerce, in recent years e-commerce has witnessed remarkable growth and transformation. To capitalise on this growth, companies operating in this space must face unique financial challenges and opportunities that demand the expertise of specialist professionals. That’s where Elver E-Commerce Chartered Accountants (Elver E-Commerce) comes in.

We’ve all heard the term 'competitive edge’, but what does it really mean in the context of financial advisory services?

There are 200 individual Cheesecake Shop bakeries throughout Australia and New Zealand—meaning that Ken is all too familiar with the trials and tribulations of manual consolidated reporting.

The accounting world is ever-changing, full of innovation and transformation, but to truly succeed, businesses must be ready to make a difference.

In a fast-moving, technologically-enabled world, being able to adapt to the present day demands of clients and bring genuine value to every relationship is increasingly important. BT Corporate Advisory is one firm that understands this well.

Businesses all strive for greatness, whether big or small, they’re looking to achieve milestones. For a small business, additional pressures often mean they need to see how they’re performing at all times, not only to the benefit of employees but to ensure the company has a bright and strong future. That’s where the team at Tuskar Financial Consultancy come in.

Nestled in the town of Sevenoaks, Kent, Crossley & Davis is an esteemed accounting firm specialising in small businesses. After a change in ownership back in 2015, the firm has undergone a transformation to become more technology-enabled through innovation, now becoming an online practice offering virtual CFO services, and more.

The accounting industry is currently experiencing a significant transformation, driven by factors such as digitalisation, compliance requirements, and the need to stay up-to-date with the latest legislative changes. In response, accountants across the globe are making significant strides to keep pace with these trends and stay ahead of the curve.

The combination of technology and human expertise is a powerful one, with leading accounting firms bringing these two important ingredients together to better serve clients and grow business. HW Fisher is setting an example of how technology can elevate advisory services and specialised offerings.

In tough economic times, it is more important than ever that businesses help one another. With eye-wateringly high energy prices, a soaring inflation and businesses struggling to make ends meet, it is now that businesses must innovate and plan, which is exactly what the team at Moracle have been helping their clients do since 2008.