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10 Common Manufacturing Accounting Issues (and How To Fix Them)

10 Common Manufacturing Accounting Issues (and How To Fix Them)

by Yesim Tilley | Oct 10, 2025 | Latest Posts

Why Manufacturing Accounting is Different Accounting in a factory is very different from normal business accounting. Factories have to manage raw materials, labour, machinery, overheads, and taxes, all while making sure every product is profitable. Small mistakes can...
What is Factory Accounting and How to Manage Factory Accounts

What is Factory Accounting and How to Manage Factory Accounts

by Yesim Tilley | Oct 8, 2025 | Latest Posts

Factory Overheads & Accounts: A Guide for Manufacturers to Save Costs Running a factory is not only about making products. It is also about managing money carefully. Factory accounting is the way a factory keeps track of all the money that goes in and out, from...
How to Avoid Paying 40% Tax if You’re Self-Employed in the UK

How to Avoid Paying 40% Tax if You’re Self-Employed in the UK

by Yesim Tilley | Oct 6, 2025 | Latest Posts

Legal Ways to Avoid Paying 40% Tax When You’re Self-Employed Why Self-Employed People Pay 40% Tax If you’re self-employed in the UK, you pay tax on your profits. The rates are: 20% (basic rate) on income up to £50,270 40% (higher rate) on income between £50,271 and...
Is It Better to Have a Limited Company or Sole Trader – Which Is Best?

Is It Better to Have a Limited Company or Sole Trader – Which Is Best?

by Yesim Tilley | Oct 4, 2025 | Latest Posts

Sole Trader vs Limited Company: Tax, MTD IT, and Business Growth Understanding the Basics If you’re starting a business in the UK, one of the first choices is whether to be a sole trader (self-employed) or set up a limited company. A sole trader is simple: you work...
How to Calculate Cost Per Install and Boost Profits for Installation Businesses

How to Calculate Cost Per Install and Boost Profits for Installation Businesses

by Yesim Tilley | Oct 2, 2025 | Latest Posts

Cost Per Install Explained: A Guide for Installation Businesses Why Knowing Your Cost Per Install Matters For installation businesses whether you specialise in fire alarms, electronics, or general installations understanding the cost per install is critical. It allows...
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