How to Improve Your Personal Financial Planning in 2024

The new year marks the start of new beginnings, so there’s no better time to revisit your personal financial strategy. Drawing up an economic plan with clear, achievable goals can improve your long term financial health and help protect you and your family against...
Spotlight on Self-Assessment

Spotlight on Self-Assessment

What to watch out for when navigating this important financial obligation. The UK Self-Assessment System has its quirks and nuances, and understanding how to stay compliant is crucial to a smooth and stress free income tax process. From early paper deadlines to...
Charity Fundraising Success for Age UK Bury

Charity Fundraising Success for Age UK Bury

Press Release 4 December 2023 Bury based Accountants, Horsfield & Smith are celebrating their fundraising achievements for Age UK Bury. Several staff from Horsfield & Smith dusted off their running shoes to take part in the recent Bury 10k to raise much needed...

How to Run a Lean Manufacturing Business Model

Keeping your operational expenses under control, while also remaining efficient and meeting customer demand can be a challenge – one that can catch out many new business owners. This is why running your enterprise using a lean business model is such a good idea. By...

How Do Capital Allowances Reduce Your Tax Bill?

Generally speaking, the business expenses you incur are allowable against your profits. But when it comes to fixed asset purchases (things like machinery, equipment or vehicles), these purchases are treated slightly differently. To reduce your tax bill when purchasing...

A Tax Promotion for Emma Brierley

The Directors at Horsfield & Smith are delighted to announce that Emma Brierley has been promoted to Tax Manager with immediate effect. Peter Alvarez, Tax Director, commented: “Emma has been instrumental in growing our advisory offering and she has supported us in...