Third-party apps/partnerships Starling Bank We are proud to announce we are now a referral partner for Starling Bank. Opening a bank account with Starling is quick and easy and is best done from a mobile phone. No calling into a branch or waiting weeks for the account to open. With no monthly fees, Starling provides bank […]
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QuickBooks Online Training
Quickbooks Online Training Imagine being able to get the data you need from Quickbooks when you need it and knowing exactly where to go. If you want Quickbooks clarity then you’re in the right place. At COS we can help you delve into the features you need and really get to grips with your software […]
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Quickbooks Online QuickBooks has become a globally recognised name in accounting with them appearing on our TV’s and through radio ads to shout about their features. We are advocates of Quickbooks online as we have seen just how much our clients have benefitted from it. It has a range of features including some […]
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Xero Training We have various Xero training options available from 1-2-1 to classroom training. You can find out more below. Classroom and Virtual Courses We can provide bespoke classroom training courses which can be taught at your premises or at another location that you can organise with your trainer. Bespoke classroom courses are a fantastic […]
Read moreIt’s Global Bookkeeping Week and we’d like to say a huge thank you to every one of our hard-working members. From those who have been with us for 15 years to those who have been with us a matter of days. You are a part of the COS family and we thank you for that. […]
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Find me the Right Software Please either complete the form or schedule a virtual appointment below. You can also email us software@cosbookkeeping.co.uk or call 0161 850 3355. Book an exploratory virtual meeting Schedule an Appointment
Read moreMany companies begin with excel when starting to record their financial activity but unfortunately this method can be risky, inaccurate and time-consuming. Here’s our top reasons why cloud accounting is essential for business. You can access it from anywhere with an internet connection If your accounts are on The Cloud then all you will […]
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FreeAgent is an effective and efficient cloud accounting software that we have recently added to our portfolio. We discovered the package back in the summer and since then we’ve tried and tested its features and realised just how useful it is. Many people have asked “Isn’t it just the same as Xero?” and the answer […]
Read moreXero is amongst our favourite software packages and we always encourage our members to become Xero Accredited. The package is affordable, easy to use and a fantastic tool for many businesses to have. By becoming accredited you can open new doors in your career and even broaden your client base, see how below. Affordability Being very […]
Read moreCloud Access With Xero you can access your accounts from anywhere with an internet connection. If you have not yet used cloud accounting software, now is the perfect time. Our training courses enable you to confidently convert to Xero. Our training includes showing you how to open an account and how to use the mobile […]
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Sage Create your own financial business library with Sage. Sage have been creating accounting packages for many years, and businesses across the world use their systems from multimillion-pound organisations to small businesses. They have a wide range of accounting packages suited for different needs. Here are just a handful of the features Sage accounting software […]
Read moreWhy Excel Isn’t A Long Term Solution
Do you use excel for your bookkeeping? In this guest article Xero will explain why excel isn’t a long term solution. Small businesses often start out using Excel – but that’s only doable up until a point. Like every teenager eventually becomes an adult, your business needs to evolve and grow. Find out why the […]
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Xero Xero is quickly becoming one of our most popular bookkeeping systems. According to Xero there are already over 400,000 small businesses utilising it. Cloud-based The software enables you to access your accounts online through your computer, tablet and even your mobile. Whether you are onsite or offsite you can invoice clients or even reconcile […]
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Software Where to start? With a huge variety of software packages available it can be difficult to choose the best one for your business. An app that works for your friend might not necessarily be suited to your business needs. Imagine for a moment you’re stood in a cake shop and there are doughnuts, biscuits, […]
Read moreSage Payroll Year End step by step guide
Follow this link for Sage payroll year end instruction. You need to do this now, don’t wait until after the year end. Sage Payroll Year End Step by Step Guide
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