2020 Innovation

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💬 Professional Development 💬

Encourage continuous learning and professional development by providing access to courses, seminars, and certifications relevant to accounting and finance. Ensure you mention this in any job adverts to attract the best talent.

What do you think? Leave your comments below!

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Join us on 1st October for a FREE webinar that’ll enable you to understand emerging trends in accounting and the evolving role of global teams 🌎

We'll also identify the financial, strategic, and operational benefits of global teams, such as scalability, increased profitability, UK staff retention, and enhanced business valuation.

Book your free place > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0chvBN0

It was great to see so many of you at Accountex yesterday! 😁

If you’d like to discover more about our CPD membership, how we can help you with your compliance and file review requirements, or to find out more about our digital marketing services, check out our website > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0csbhJ0

The 20:20 team are at Accountex 🎉

Come and say hello at stands C11 and D11 to find out how we can support you with your CPD requirements, along with details of our expert digital marketing services!

Attending Accountex Manchester tomorrow? Make sure you’re bright and early so that you can see our Technical Director, Dave Norris, open Theatre 2 with his session ‘Labouring the point; Tax and accounting change’ at 9:15am ⏰

Dave will review the likely tax, accounting and compliance horizon under the new Labour government and set out the actions that accountants can take to ensure that their practice is strategically positioned to thrive in 2025.

Managing risk has always been a part of business and finance. However, as work has become more digitised and remote, fraud and cyber attacks have become more sophisticated.

Join ourselves and ApprovalMax for a FREE webinar on 25th September to find out ways accountants and bookkeepers can protect themselves and their clients using processes and technology.

Book your place > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0cgt1M0

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💬 Have Standard Operating Procedures 💬

Develop detailed SOPs for all critical tasks and services that your firm offers. Ensure these procedures are documented clearly and accessible to all team members to maintain consistency and quality. You could even record them using a tool such as ‘Scribe’.

What do you think? Leave your comments below!

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We’re attending Accountex Manchester next week 🎉

This year we'll be showcasing our services across two stands! Talk to us at stand D11 about our CPD membership options and upcoming 2025 webinar programme > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0chgCb0

At stand C11, discover how we can save your time and significantly increase your online presence with our websites and social media services, along with our expert digital marketing support > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0chgFG0

We look forward to seeing so many of you 😁

Today, accountants working in accounting firms are encountering profound changes in how they operate and deliver services to clients 🚀

Our latest article outlines the essential skills you and your accounting firm need to stay competitive and meet the evolving demands of your clients.

Read here > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0cf_9w0

Join ourselves and Wagemate on 19th September for a free webinar that aims to provide accountants with insights into payroll outsourcing and its benefits while addressing common concerns.

We will demonstrate how challenges can be managed with the right partner, highlighting how outsourcing enhances efficiency and accuracy, supported by real-life success stories.

Book your free place > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0c6rJm0

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💬 Use integrations 💬

Ensure all your software and tools are well-integrated to streamline workflows and data sharing. If there is not a direct integration, explore APIs.

What do you think? Leave your comments below!

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Our Marketing Focus Group takes place on 15th October, enabling you to stay up-to-date on the latest industry marketing developments, along with learning from the experiences of other firms.

Popular topics for discussion will be:
👉 How firms are reappraising their marketing strategy
👉 Developing your remote-working proposition for clients
👉 Reviewing websites, social media and apps
👉 Rebranding for tomorrow’s needs
👉 Building a clean database of prospects and a data-minable database to aid cross selling and servicing existing clients better

Discover more > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0c6hkr0

Join ourselves and Capium on 12th September for a FREE insightful webinar where we introduce Capium 365 – your ultimate cloud accounting freedom.

Our aim is to demonstrate how this fully integrated platform can revolutionise your accounting practice by putting you and your clients first. From data collection to filings, Capium 365 offers a seamless, end-to-end solution designed to cater to all UK business needs.

Book your free place > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0c4MJF0

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💬 Set expectations 💬

Ensure clear communication with clients, setting expectations upfront about timelines and deliverables (from both you and your clients). This could be done as a template and sent as part of the onboarding process.

What do you think? Leave your comments below!

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Let us save you time by designing and building your website 💻

You’re able to choose from a selection of professional website designs and tailor your website to suit the needs of your accounting firm. We can automatically create and update your suite of content, as well as giving you the option to amend and personalise your site as required.

Discover more > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bZ62T0

PFK Smith Cooper have appointed a Learning & Development Executive and said "Investing in our dedicated Learning and Development Team is fundamental to our commitment to nurturing homegrown talent as our firm continues to expand."

Show your commitment to investing in skillset, knowledge and development by becoming a 20:20 Innovation member today > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bZ7y90

2020 Innovation are delighted to announce that we will be working with HMRC on a co-presented webinar covering Making Tax Digital for Income Tax.

Get a timely update on the MTD roadmap and find out more about getting involved in testing.

This is completely free for 20:20 Innovation members 😎

Sign up here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bQGrJ0

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💬 Flexible Working Hours 💬

Consider offering flexible working hours, such as allowing employees to start between 7-10 AM and finish between 3-6 PM. This can help improve work-life balance and increase productivity.

What do you think? Leave your comments below!

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Incentivising employees and ensuring retention and recruitment opportunities are maximised is crucial in an increasingly mobile workforce 💻

Join our free webinar, in partnership with The Jerroms Group, on 5th September that will outline the methods available to businesses to enable key talent to be retained and acquired, principally via share and share option awards.

Book your place 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bKVhJ0

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💬 Client Journey Mapping 💬

Map out the entire client journey from initial contact and follow-ups to service delivery and post-completion contact. Identify every touchpoint and interaction and evaluate how these processes currently operate versus how you want them to function for optimal client experience.

What do you think? Leave your comments below!

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As expected, the new Labour government has published draft legislation that will make private school fees subject to VAT from 1 January 2025.

The draft measures have been published for technical consultation before they will be included in Finance Bill 2024-25.

Find out more in our latest blog 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bJHNc0

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In the lead-up to our Annual Conference on 5th November 2024, we're bringing back our '20:20 at 20:20' series where each week we will provide tips to help you and your practice.

💬 Assign technology champions 💬

Assign team members as technology champions for specific tools. Have them lead monthly lunch-and-learn sessions to share tips, updates, and best practices on their assigned technology.

What do you think? Leave your comments below!

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We love hearing feedback from our members and clients 🎉

If you’re a customer, we'd love to hear your feedback on Trustpilot 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bvVSp0

If you’re not already a 20:20 Innovation member and would like to experience our leading support, check out 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bvY7_0

During the Sales team lunch today, H and Becky were presented with team recognition awards for going above and beyond their normal job role and setting an excellent example to their fellow colleagues!

Well done H and Becky 👏

Today the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, made her first official speech announcing that there will be an Autumn budget taking place on 30th October 2024.

In her speech she outlined plans for the future, focusing on reform of the planning system and housing targets. She emphasised the need for cooperation between local councils and central government, particularly in seeking a long-term financial settlement.

Find out more in our latest blog > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bsHCN0

The Accounting Excellence Awards shortlist has been announced! You can view the full list online now. We’re proud to be a partner of the Awards Night and good luck to all the finalists.

Whether you’re up for an award or are there to cheer on your colleagues and peers, grab your tickets for the accounting night of the year at the Awards Night on Tuesday 8th October at the iconic Roundhouse in London.

👉 Secure your Early Bird table or tickets today https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bs8rM0
👉 Find out the 2024 Accounting Excellence finalists https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bs7pC0

Clients are expecting more sophisticated services from their accountants, including cash flow forecasting and other comprehensive reporting services 📈

With this growing demand, there's never been a better time to expand your accounting service offerings and capitalise on these opportunities. Join ourselves and Futrli on 7th August for our FREE webinar designed to help you!

Book your place > https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0bqTsP0