Moving your CIC bookkeeping from a group of spreadsheets to an integrated system is one of the best ways to ensure that your data is correct and your accounts are properly handled. Below is a short list of the reasons… Read More ›
CIC Funding is a more specialised type of funding. It can be frustrating if you do not know were to look or you do not have an advisor to point you in the right direction. If you are looking for… Read More ›
It has been 14 years since the UK government first introduced community interest companies (CICs). CICs are very popular among social entrepreneurs who want to use business to help their local community. You can read one of our earlier blog… Read More ›
How to become a personal Trainer. If your looking to start a career as a personal trainer, on top of having a great accountant who understands the fitness industry, you need to have 7 essential skills: 1 Organization skills 2…. Read More ›
Charity Accounts Trustees normally need to complete a charity’s annual return as soon as you approve its latest accounts and trustees’ annual report. Normally If your charity’s income is more than £10,000, by law, you must complete an annual return… Read More ›
Community Interest companies (CICS) A CIC is a special breed of a limited company which exists to benefit the community rather than its shareholders. Community Interest Accounts In addition to the initial Community Interest Statement, every CIC must file an annual… Read More ›
Many more companies will qualify as small as a result of the substantially increased company size limits. The new size criteria below is mandatory for periods commencing on or after 1 January 2016, although earlier adoption is permitted for financial years beginning on or after 1 January 2015 (the audit exemption cannot be early adopted): […]
In the UK, many benefits are required for every employee. They provide for the employees’ life now and their future. What follows is a brief look at the benefits that are required for every employee. It’s important to learn more… Read More ›
We are approaching the end of June and we’re just loving the sunshine!! June’s list of the latest funding opportunities is exciting! These funds help you successfully continue your mission doing great things for the community. Before applying, be sure… Read More ›
The CIC34 community interest company report is a mandatory annual report for all CICs in the UK. It informs the Regulator about your CIC, whom you serve, directors’ remuneration, and more. As with every company, CICs have to submit a… Read More ›
The short is yes. Community Interest Companies (CICs) pay the same taxes as any other company. Also, Investment income, trading profits, and all other gains are taxable. CIC also pays Corporation Tax, completes a CIC Tax return, Pays VAT, just… Read More ›
The past two years have been hard on many company teams. As leaders, we need to boost team morale. Higher morale means less turnover, fewer call-out days, and higher productivity. The return in loyalty will pay for any expense these… Read More ›
Each month, we bring you a list of the latest funding opportunities for charities and CICs. These funds are designed to help you successfully continue your mission doing great things for the community. Before applying, be sure to read the… Read More ›
Setting up a Community Interest Company (CIC) has many advantages over either being a normal corporation or setting up a charity. A CIC is a hybrid between companies and charities in that it’s a company with a social mission, but… Read More ›
Did you know that the number of charities within the UK is around 166,000? Out of these charities, there are around 132,000 in England, 19,000 in Scotland, 4,000 in Northern Ireland, and 7,000 in Wales. The annual turnover of all of… Read More ›
Did you know that, according to Prospects, the amount that the charity sector in the UK contributed, in 2020, to the economy was £20 billion? This made up 0.9% of the UK’s total GDP. These voluntary organisations also employ 950,000 people…. Read More ›