by Georgi Rollings | 21st June 2024 | Onboarding
When we start working with a new client part way through their accounting year, we charge an alignment fee. It’s common practice for many accountants in the UK (and beyond), but you might have a few questions when you see it in your proposal. Let’s look at what it is,...
by Georgi Rollings | 15th June 2024 | Business Planning
Expanding your business is exciting. It means growth and new opportunities, and is likely something you have wanted to do for a long time. However, it’s not something to do lightly. You need to give yourself the best chance of success, and that means careful...
by Andrea Thomas | 1st June 2024 | Onboarding, Our Ethos
When you become a Starfish client, it’s an exciting time for both of us! We want to get things rolling as soon as possible, but there are a couple of legal processes we have to conduct first. Before we can dive into the good stuff, we have to do anti-money laundering...
by Andrea Thomas | 3rd May 2024 | Onboarding
For any new client starting with us, one of the first things we need to do is to contact your old accountant. It might seem odd at first, but we do this both as a professional requirement, and as a way to make the handover as smooth as possible. Let’s dive into why we...
by Georgi Rollings | 19th April 2024 | Onboarding, Xero
Before we send you a proposal to officially bring you on board as a Starfish client (woohoo!), we’ll ask you for access to your Xero account. If it’s your first time working with an accountant, we don’t blame you if it comes as a bit of a surprise! Your financial...