xero accounting service

Top Reasons to Visit Xero at Accountex London 2025

Accountex London 2025 is one of the most anticipated events in the accounting and finance calendar. Each year, it brings together industry leaders, tech innovators, and thousands of professionals looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving field.  Accountex London is at Excel, London on 14-15 May 2025. Among the top attractions at this year’s…

small business accountants london

Top Accounting Challenges Small Businesses Face

Running a small business is a rewarding yet demanding journey. From managing operations and employees to marketing and customer service, small business owners wear many hats. One of the most complex aspects of business management is accounting – and it’s often the area where owners face the most challenges. Accurate financial records and sound accounting…

Trade War

The New Era of Trade Uncertainty: Challenges and Strategies for UK SMEs

On 2nd April 2025, President Donald Trump announced new tariffs impacting global trade, including the United Kingdom. This move introduces significant uncertainty for businesses, particularly SMEs with tighter margins. The tariffs include a 10% levy on imports from all countries, alongside higher “reciprocal” tariffs on nations with substantial trade deficits with the US. Financial analysts…

Fractional CFO

Rising Workforce Costs Squeezing Your SME? Seize the Power of Fractional Talent.

For SMEs across the UK, the cost of building and maintaining a strong workforce is skyrocketing. Wage demands are increasing, talent is scarce, and the pressure to offer competitive benefits is relentless. This financial strain is placing immense pressure on business owners, driving the need for innovative, flexible, and cost-effective solutions. Enter fractional talent—especially in…

1 Hidden Tax Stalling Your Scale-Up: Are You Paying It?

1 Hidden Tax Stalling Your Scale-Up: Are You Paying It?

Welcome to this week’s edition of WrightCFO News. When we talk about a scale-up business, we often focus on the obvious: sales figures, marketing spend, and product development. But there’s a stealthy drain on your resources, a subtle yet significant cost that many scaling businesses overlook – the “Talent Gap Tax.” Imagine this: you’re a…

True Cost of Scope Creep in Advertising & Creative Agencies

1 True Cost of Scope Creep in Advertising & Creative Agencies

Welcome to this week’s WrightCFO News, where we address the financial realities faced by advertising and creative agencies. As a firm specialising in supporting the creative industries, we understand the unique pressures you navigate daily. Today, we’re tackling a pervasive issue: scope creep. The Silent Profit Killer Scope creep, that insidious expansion of project requirements…

Exit strategy

5 Years to Freedom: Why Your Exit Strategy Needs Time

“Five years? That’s way too long!” We hear this often when discussing exit planning. Many business owners envision a quick sale, a sudden windfall. However, a truly successful and maximised exit rarely happens overnight. At WrightCFO, we advocate for a five-year preparation window, and here’s why it’s not just a suggestion, but a necessity. And,…

International Women's Day 2025

Empowerment: Beyond International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day is just around the corner (Saturday, 8th March 2025), and this year’s theme, “For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment,” resonates deeply with us at WrightCFO. We believe that empowering women in business isn’t just a day’s celebration; it’s a year-round commitment. As fractional CFOs, we see firsthand the incredible potential…

compass

Scaling Subscription Success – A CFO’s Compass

At WrightCFO, we understand the unique challenges and exhilarating opportunities that come with scaling a subscription-based business. In today’s dynamic market, the ability to accurately measure and strategically manage key financial metrics is paramount to achieving sustainable growth. This month, we’re diving deep into the critical triumvirate of Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC), Churn Rate, and…

windfall

The Windfall’s Whisper: A Tale of Opportunity and Peril

What if your business suddenly landed a massive contract, exceeding all expectations? A wave of exhilaration washes over you, the champagne cork pops, and you feel like you’re on top of the world. But then… a cold wave of panic sets in. Are you truly ready for this? Could this unexpected windfall actually become your…