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Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 1d

Your Self Assessment Survival Guide!

This guide sets out who needs to file, what to gather, how to complete the return and the steps to take to avoid penalties and interest > bit.ly/4hfhIfk

#Brighton #SelfAssessment #TaxReturn #SATR

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 2d

The @gamerepublic.bsky.social Awards Nominations are in!

We’re sponsoring the Studio Hero Award with winners announced on 13 November 2025 at @gamayo.bsky.social in Wakefield.

Click here to view the full list of categories and nominees > bit.ly/4ogSgrT

Good luck to you all!
#GRAwards #GameDev

Awards - Game Republic

Nominations closed on 30th September.

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Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 6d

🌍 Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay 💜

This year’s theme focuses on the importance of recognising the signs of overwhelm which serves as a reminder to pause, check in with ourselves, and reach out for support when things feel too much.

#WMHD #WMHD25

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 8d

#Locum, Partner or Salaried #GP – which route suits you?

This blog explains the key differences, highlights tax and accounting considerations, and shows how tailored management accounts, forecasting and cloud accounting can help you make the most of whichever path you take > bit.ly/3KG9kcm

Locum, Partner or Salaried GP - which route suits you? | Plus Accounting

For GPs, choosing between working as a salaried GP, GP partner, or locum is a major career decision, with each path offering different financial, administrative, and lifestyle implications depending o...

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Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 9d

Our guide to #IR35 and off-payroll working!

This guide explains, in plain terms, how the rules apply in the 2025/26 tax year, what changed in April 2025, when those changes actually bite and how to set up simple, durable processes.

Download here > bit.ly/47e18Zy

#Brighton #OffPayroll

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 9d

We’re heading to @brightonseo.com in just a few weeks time!

Excited to be joining hundreds of marketers, #SEOs, & content pros for two packed days of talks, insights, & networking.

Ticket prices rise this Thursday at 12pm - so if you’re planning to join us, grab yours 👉 bit.ly/439wcY3
#BrightonSEO

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 14d

Inside our News Round Up for October…

▪️ Starmer creates new #budget board for growth
▪️ Retail sales rise but outlook uncertain
▪️ UK firms cut jobs amid higher taxes
▪️ HMRC intensifies scrutiny of R&D tax claims

Download this month’s edition here > bit.ly/4mParnA

#Brighton #AccountingNews #RandD

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 15d

Nominations for the @gamerepublic.bsky.social Awards close at midnight tonight & we’re proud to be sponsoring the Studio Hero Award!

The awards will be presented at #GaMaYo on 13 November!

Click here to view the full list of categories & submit your nomination > bit.ly/4mJ8etS

#Brighton #GRAwards

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 16d

Due to growing demand, Plus Accounting are looking to recruit a dedicated #CorporateTaxManager

We would expect the successful applicant to be ACCA, ACA and/or CTA qualified, and have 5+ years of experience of advising clients on their corporate tax affairs.

Learn more about here > bit.ly/3Niqadh

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 21d

Tomorrow at the Projects in #Brighton, Vicky King will be interviewing Lulu Minns at the launch of The Thrive Collective - an inspiring new magazine designed for female founders, creatives, and changemakers!

Secure your place for this energising celebration here > bit.ly/3IGjlFP

#ThriveCollection

The Thrive Collective Launch

Come and celebrate the launch of The Thrive Collective - Thrive's new, inspiring magazine for female founders, creatives, and changemakers!

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Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 22d

A Warm Welcome to Ryan Ayley!

Ryan joins Plus Accounting as a Business Services Accountant and is now working towards his ACA qualification. He graduated from the University of Southampton with a Maths with Finance BSc.

Get to know Ryan here > bit.ly/46z3AZ7

Welcome to the team, Ryan! 😃
#Brighton

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 23d

✅ Certification achieved: August 2024
✅ First Annual Impact Report: August 2025

We’re excited to share our #ImpactReport for 2024-25! This report highlights the progress we’ve made toward our sustainability and social impact goals.

Check it out here > bit.ly/4fTROwG

#Brighton #BCorp

Plus Accounting Impact Report 2024-25 | Plus Accounting

As part of our commitment to being B Corp, we are excited to share our 2024-25 Impact Report!

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Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 24d

Meet Theyazan Sabal!

Theyazan joined Plus Accounting last month as a Business Services Accountant and is now studying to attain his ACA qualification.

Discover more about Theyazan by checking out his full Staff Profile here > bit.ly/3Vpi0Gl

Welcome to the team, Theyazan! 😃

#Brighton #TeamNews

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 27d

#RevenueRecognition has never been more important, or complex. Recent updates to the accounting standard FRS 102, sees the introduction of a rigorous, five-step model that governs when and how businesses recognise revenue from contracts with customers.

Here's what you need to know > bit.ly/468gTRv

Accounting Changes: A 5-Step Model for Revenue Recognition | Plus Accounting

Revenue recognition has never been more important, or more complex. Recent updates to the accounting standard FRS 102, sees the introduction of a rigorous, five-step model that governs when and how bu...

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Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 28d

The next Brighton Chamber Business Book Club takes place on the 21 October and we’re proud sponsors!

The next book is Decisive by Chip & Dan Heath

Learn more and sign up here > bit.ly/46niemf

#BrightonChamber #BusinessBookClub #Networking

The Chamber Business Book Club

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Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 29d

Held at the Palm Court Restaurant on Brighton Palace Pier, you can grab your teams tickets here > bit.ly/3I2nBzn

#Brighton #Rockinghorse #Charity #Fundraising

Rockinghorse Quiz - Rockinghorse Children's Charity

Rockinghorse Quiz Date: Thursday 6 November 2025 Location: Palm Court Restaurant, Brighton Palace Pier Time: 6pm - 11.30pm Ticket price: £30 per person for teams of 4, 6 or 8 Join us for our annual Ro...

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Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · 29d

We’re pleased to sponsor the annual #Rockinghorse Quiz on 6 November!

The quiz includes interactive rounds including music, sports, picture and general knowledge, so there’s something for everyone! Best of all, every penny raised will help support sick children and their families across Sussex.

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Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · Sep 15

A Guide to Managing Risk in Your #InvestmentPortfolio!

This guide explains the key steps, such as diversifying sensibly, rebalancing with discipline, safeguarding cash, and monitoring allowances, so you can stay on track whatever the markets deliver.

Download here > bit.ly/4nca6MQ

#Brighton

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · Sep 12

R&D tax credits: A guide for SMEs

In our newest eBook, we break down the new merged R&D scheme introduced in April 2024, highlight what counts as eligible R&D, and share practical tips for maximising your claim > bit.ly/46cRZ1L

#Brighton #RandD #SMEs

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · Sep 10

"I would 100% recommend Plus Accounting and Mark to anyone in my industry.”

Our Success Story explores how our sector-specific guidance has helped Happenstance Films over the past five years > bit.ly/4plV8oY

#FilmAccountants #TVAccountants #FilmandTV

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · Sep 9

Navigating Xero’s New Look: What You Need to Know!

From September, #Xero has launched a refreshed navigation designed to simplify your workflow, help you move through tasks faster, & give you quicker access to the insights you need.

Here’s what’s changing & how it will benefit you> bit.ly/4nkZWsH

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Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · Sep 8

Running a business is challenging, but your accounting and operations systems should simplify, not complicate, things.

Join our next Plus Conversations roundtable 'Making the Cloud Work for Your Business' on 24 October.

Secure your space > bit.ly/41EF5IG

#Brighton #CloudAccounting #Bookkeeping

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · Sep 5

We have an exciting new vacancy for a #XeroAdvisor / #Bookkeeper / #ManagementAccountant to join our growing team!

We’re looking for a candidate with at least an AAT qualification, along with Xero certification or proven experience using Xero.

Learn more about the role here > bit.ly/3Niqadh

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · Sep 4

The Chancellor has confirmed that the #Budget will take place on 26 November, leaving almost three months for speculation about how she intends to address the country’s growing fiscal shortfall.

The timing is later than usual, with last year’s held on 30 October.

Read more here > bit.ly/45LvIJA

Plus Accounting @plusaccounting.bsky.social · Sep 3

We’re delighted to be nominated as a Finalist, under the category Best Tax and Accountancy firm, in the 2025 #TIGAGames Industry Awards!

View the full list of finalists and secure your tickets for the ceremony here > bit.ly/45JqiPg

Well done to all those shortlisted! 👏

#GamesIndustry #IndieDevs

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