Practice Management Insights, Tips & Strategies

Understand the money laundering offences accountants can commit under POCA 2002, including maximum penalties, reporting duties, and the defences available under UK law.

Visit FigsFlow at DAS 2026, ExCeL London, 7 and 8 October. Book a meeting with our team at Stand G69 today.

Scope creep is usually a drafting problem, not a client problem. The engagement letter phrases that invite it, and the clauses that prevent it.

Learn the key legal & professionals considerations of proposals for accountants that they must address when including compliance, liability, dispute resolution.

Amidst the information overload on the internet, we bring to you the refined and relevant weekly news & updates you need to know as UK accountants.

Discover the top 5 features accountants should look for in proposal software, from customisable templates to compliance and HubSpot integration.

Here's the exact system UK accountants are using FigsFlow to get clients document faster. And the result are surprising.

UK dividend tax rates for 2026/27 are 10.75%, 35.75% and 39.35% with a £500 allowance. Worked examples, reporting rules and a free UK dividend tax calculator.

A complete guide to anti-money laundering in the UK for accountants, covering 2026 regulatory changes, client due diligence, suspicious activity reports, compliance duties and penalties.

Master client sanction screening in 2026. Learn how to use the new single UK Sanctions List (UKSL), replace retired OFSI IDs, and avoid strict liability fines.

The UK Money Laundering Regulations have been amended. See what's changed, who it affects, and the AML steps accounting firms should take now.

Detailed comparison of 7 FirmCheck alternatives for accounting firms, including where each one pulls ahead, and where they fall short.

A free, practical Enhanced Due Diligence checklist for UK firms under MLR 2017. Download the PDF and use it today.

Who must verify and by when, both verification routes, and where to find your 11-character personal code — including what to do if it never arrived.

We compared six UK AML providers' published prices for the full AML workflow. See the method, the formula and the cost at 30, 100 and 250 clients.

What enhanced due diligence for politically exposed persons involves under MLR 2017: who counts as a PEP, family and associate rules, and the three checks required.

Key updates for UK accountants on HMRC debt, P11D changes, tax register and fraud risks with urgent deadlines.

See what happened over the past week in the world of UK accountancy in this news list curated by FigsFlow's experts.

A bad engagement letter invites scope creep, unpaid work and liability. See the real cost to accountants and grab a compliant template to fix it fast.

UK accountants weekly news & updates covering s.455, WDA rates, HMRC whistleblower rewards, and company car BIK shifts this week.

This weekly news and updates for UK accountants covers MTD going live, CIS changes, new tax year rates, and the government's mileage rate review.

Key news and updates for UK accountants from 2–6 February 2026, summarised so you can catch up on the week in a few minutes.

Weekly UK accounting updates (4–8 May 2026): Crime & Policing Act 2026, HMRC register, OBR forecasts and ICAEW changes

UK accounting news roundup: HMRC registration rules, NIC cost overruns, ISA reforms, and tax jobs data.

Compare AML check costs across UK software providers. See what's included and why FigsFlow at £2.10 is one of the most cost-effective options.

WebFiling now needs a GOV.UK One Login. What changed on 13 October 2025, how to fix sign-in problems, authentication codes, and what you can and cannot file.

Most systems handle part of the process. FigsFlow connects all of it. See what is actually different.

Stop undercharging. Accountants Quotes Tool like FigsFlow lets UK accountants quote 100+ services in seconds.

Evaluate practice management platforms on cost, integrations, compliance, proposals & support - 8 criteria plus a 5-step process for mid-sized UK firms.

Plain-English definitions of the AML acronyms UK accountants, bookkeepers and tax advisers encounter every day.

Changes to tax adviser registration with HMRC, effective from May 2026, have made registration mandatory for agents.

Discover how pricing software for bookkeepers helps you quote confidently, ensure profitability, and respond to client inquiries instantly.

HMRC's new sanctionable conduct powers allow it to investigate, fine, and publicly name tax advisers for deliberate non-compliance.

The US-Iran conflict is driving up energy costs, delaying rate cuts and updating Iran sanctions lists. Here is what you need to act on.

New FigsFlow AI creates service documentation instantly. Professional schedules and descriptions ready in seconds for accountants.

Key news and updates for UK accountants from 9–13 February 2026, summarised so you can catch up on the week in a few minutes.

Master AML compliance in the UK for 2026. Learn the mandatory UKSL screening rules effective from January 2026, Unique ID tracking, and how to avoid OFSI fines.

What is Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)? Learn key steps for assessing high-risk clients, with 2026 guidelines, SoW verification, and compliance with AML standards.

Search directors by name, read the officers list field by field, and work out how long a director has served — including the resignations that never got filed.

Are your new clients dropping off? Discover the top client onboarding mistakes for 2026 and get an actionable checklist to improve your UK business's first impression.

Understand KYC compliance in the UK, common regulatory pitfalls, and how to avoid penalties through effective identity checks, risk assessment, and monitoring.

We compared 14 job management software for accountants across five levels of practice needs. Discover your right fit.

Learn the essence of Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR) in AML compliance and how businesses can protect themselves from financial crime risks.

From May 2026, all tax advisers must comply with mandatory HMRC registration requirement. Find out why and how this change will affect you.

Not sure which pricing model suits your accountancy firm? Compare different pricing models, and find out what the right fit for your firm.

Master the 3 forms of ID in the UK for 2026. Expert guide on DBS and mandatory Companies House verification. Ensure AML compliance with FigsFlow.

Understand the differences between an engagement letter and a letter of intent (LOI) and see how both can be strategically used by accountants.

Discover how to verify client identity for AML compliance using FigsFlow's step‑by‑step process.

Stay compliant in 2025 with our AML ID check guide for accountants. Learn the latest rules, best practices, and tools to streamline identity verification processes.

Struggling with difficult clients? Learn the 5 types accountants encounter, how to handle each one, and when walking away is the right call.

FigsFlow's Adfin integration is live in the UK! Collect fees upfront, automate payment reminders and reconcile client payments effortlessly.

Weekly News and Updates – digital identity AML rules, sports image rights tax changes, IHT receipts hit £7.1bn, and penalty suspension guidance.

Want to know how to create client-winning accounting proposal? Check out our article with this free template.

Counter Proliferation Financing (CPF) has been a legal obligation since September 2022. Learn how to implement CPF in your UK practice.

Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) is something every accountant thinks they know but rarely do. So, dive into our complete guide here.

Catch up with FigsFlow's weekly news & updates for UK accountants, featuring key insights and developments from 26-30 January 2026.

If you have clients who are procrastinating with MTD, tell them to be prepared. Because HMRC is going to sign them up automatically in September.

Quick quiz before we start. What comes first, AML verification or the invoice?

The summer VAT cut opens in barely a week, on 25 June, and the boundary rules are where the errors will land. That is the story to act on first. Close behind

This week's weekly news covers HMRC's £12.8bn tax write-off, a 31% rise in winding-up petitions, Class 2 NI record errors, and an under-25 NI proposal.

MTD is here. Now is the time to wake your clients up and get them compliant to this new tax regime. It is no longer a future prospect but is a present reality

This week's weekly news for UK accountants covers CGS reform, MTD student loan deadlines, a new reckless tax offence and crypto nudge letters.

Ready-made document templates for UK accounting practices. Download, adapt and use them to produce consistent client documents faster.

Download the client onboarding checklist to streamline your process, build trust, and create lasting client relationships.

Every advanced search filter explained — SIC code, status, incorporation date, registered office — plus three filter combinations for prospect lists and client-book audits.

Learn how to grow your accounting practice from £0 to £1M ARR with a proven 7-stage blueprint. See what to focus on at each stage of growth.

How to get bookkeeping clients? 9 UK ways that work: 1. Use MTD as a lead hook, 2. Partner with tax advisers, 3. Build a referral system... Read more!

Learn how agents can register, comply, and manage MTD ITSA for Agents requirements with our clear step-by-step guide. Also, take advantage of our checklist.

Cut bookkeeping proposals time from hours to minutes with these 5 steps and win more clients faster

This weekly news & updates carries deadlines running in parallel. The Making Tax Digital registration window closes in eight weeks, with over half a

This has been a week of rises as both probate fees and approved mileage rates have risen. Has anything else been hiked? Read our update to find out.

This week for UK accountants: real-time ITSA, Direct Debit, MTD £20,000 and the ISA overhaul, with actions and dates.

The new finance bill landing and fiscal drag biting. So, many things you need to know about this week.

Discover how to manage multiple client engagements during peak tax season using capacity planning, prioritisation, and flexible staffing strategies.

This comprehensive guide explains what Form 64-8 is, the types of tax matters it covers, and the correct process for completing and submitting it.

Explore the best 2026 TaxDome alternatives built for UK accountants, with better pricing and UK‑specific features.

Annual AML reviews aren't enough. Discover why UK accounting firms risk regulatory penalties by treating aml as a yearly formality.

Confused about digital signature vs electronic signature? We explain the key differences, which is more secure, and what UK law says.

Three of this week's four stories already have deadlines that are running. The umbrella company liability changes took effect in April.

Disengagement letter guide for accountants. Learn what to include, when to send it and how to generate one in seconds using FigsFlow.

This weekly news and updates for UK Accountants: HMRC filing closes in four days, crypto enforcement rising, and an FRC audit review.

Your weekly news and updates: a backdated mileage rise, a new salary sacrifice cap, and HMRC tightening its grip on tax uncertainty.

UK tax news round-up for 29 May 2026. HMRC recovers £6.3bn from SMEs, 561,000 yet to register for MTD, and new R&D advance assurance service launches.

Your weekly news and updates: HMRC AI surveillance, April 6th compliance changes, and a new fraud offence. This week in UK accounting.

Choosing the best engagement letter software for accountants in 2026 helps save time, stay compliant and streamline client onboarding. Compare top tools.

Learn how identity verification through ACSP works and why it’s crucial for UK company compliance and registration.

Complete AML & KYC client onboarding in 1 minutes. Automated CDD, sanctions checks, PEP screening & risk assessments for UK accountants under MLR 2017.

This week's Weekly News & Updates highlight MTD penalties, agent MFA, online seller data, and CGT trust rules that UK accountants must act on.

Discover the top 10 e-signature software for accountants to speed approvals, improve onboarding, and keep proposals and AML workflows secure.

Learn how to create an electronic signature for free. We cover how to make, add, and send e-signatures for free. Perfect for UK professionals.

This week's news: ASA MFA deadline, MLR 2026 changes, plus HMRC consultations on direct tax debt recovery and the LISA replacement.

This weekly news & updates covers MTD for Income Tax, the new tax adviser register, ISA rule changes, and an HMRC scam alert.

This week, UK news and updates cover MTD registration figures, winter fuel scams, Gulf returnee tax risks and fraud strategy obligations.

Stay ahead with the upcoming changes after MTD, including registration requirements and payroll updates.

Learn proven techniques to verify source of funds and source of wealth for high-risk customers and reduce AML risk.

The P11D form reports benefits in kind to HMRC. See the 2026 deadline, what to include and the payrolling mandation accountants must prepare clients for.

AML software pricing rarely stops at the advertised per-check rate. See how subscriptions, credit minimums and add-ons shape your true annual spend.

FigsFlow heads to Accountex 2026 with two awards, the RentalBux partner programme, live demos, and a first look at what's coming next.

Accounting firm workflow guide: Discover how connected systems reduce admin, remove bottlenecks, and improve efficiency.

783,000 taxpayers have yet to register for MTD for Income Tax. Here is what that means for your practice and how to turn it into an opportunity.

Learn how to increase accounting fees in bulk in FigsFlow — by % or fixed £, up or down, in one click. Tracked, reversible, built for UK practices.

Editable templates for UK accounting practices, including engagement letters and MTD workflows. Customise once and reuse across every client.

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