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 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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Welcome to our Spring newsletter. This quarter we’ll be sharing our top 5 tried and tested cloud accounting softwares. We also interviewed Rik Heap from Leonard Curtis for his advice on rescuing and recovering businesses. Plus read about our new staff achievements and meet our new apprentice. We also now have a dedicated Coronavirus support and […]
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Webinars
Webinars In these uncertain times with COVID-19 we have had to cancel many of our classroom courses. However, we have changed and adapted and developed a series of webinars instead. Below you will find a list of dates and times for our upcoming webinars. More will be added as they are organised. To book please […]
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Welcome to our Winter Newsletter. This quarter we’ll be sharing how you could improve your cash flow. Plus we interview Amanda Fearn from WPA about how to support your employees with their health. COS Crew News What have our staff been getting up to this quarter? Find out here. *** Ann gets festive on her […]
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BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters – Autumn 2019
Welcome to our Autumn newsletter! This quarter we tell you how we said goodbye to expense claims and how you can do the same. We also interviewed local pet expert Carys Middleton from Mojo Pet Companies. She shares her tips and business advice with us. Plus we have weddings, engagements, and births to announce! We’ve […]
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In this edition, we’ll be helping you decide if you’re using the right accounting software. We will also be sharing some health and safety advice from Luke at Orchard Compliance. Plus lots of exciting news from the COS crew (including an upcoming wedding). COS Crew News – Summer 2019 Find out below what staff and members […]
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Thanks for stopping by to read our newsletter. In this edition, we’ll be helping you with MTD, with our simple timeline. We also have some important payroll updates; and we have some brand new courses available If you’re an Urmston Business, read our interview to find out how the Urmston Partnership could help you. The […]
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Events
Events IMPORTANT UPDATE: Due to COVID-19 all upcoming events, until further notice, have either been cancelled or turned into virtual versions. We have created a series of webinars which you will find here. Our usual events details can be found below for future bookings. Looking for accounts software courses, bookkeeping training, or networking? Here you’ll […]
Read moreIn this edition, we’re sharing our self-assessment advice. We also interview Hannah Dempsey, from the charity FOP Friends, about an illness you may never have heard of. You can also see what the COS crew have been up to. Please note that our Christmas hours can be found at the bottom of this page. The COS Crew […]
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Welcome to our Summer 2018 Edition of BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters! In this edition you can find out how to save hours of data entry. You’ll also get some wonderful tips on how to survive at work from Becky and Gemma at Go Train and Develop. Do you like cats? The Society for Abandoned Animals are […]
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Xero Training
Xero Training TEMPORARY CHANGES: Due to COVID-19 our classroom courses have been put on hold but we have created a series of webinars. Once everything goes back to normal the courses below will be up and running again. You can find our webinar dates here. We have various Xero training options available from 1-2-1 to […]
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It’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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Welcome to the Summer Edition of our Quarterly Newsletter: BeCOS Bookkeeping Matters! Thanks for being a part of our newsletter. We have another great interview lined up for you, this time from Mark at Ralli Solicitors about how to deal with employee disputes. You can read all about it below. We also delve into the history and […]
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Find me the Right Software
Find me the Right Software Please either complete the form or schedule a zoom appointment below. You can also email us software@cosbookkeeping.co.uk or call 0161 850 3355. Book an exploratory Zoom meeting Schedule an Appointment
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Many 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 […]
Read moreWe understand that keeping on top of your books can be hard to do when you’re trying to run a business. We have compiled a list of tips to try and make life a little easier for business owners when it comes to managing accounts. 1. Find a software that works for you There is […]
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Why we love FreeAgent
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 […]
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Xero 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
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 […]
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Why 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 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
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, […]
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Sage 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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