Why do you need management accounts?



Detailed, timely insights into the progress of your business are invaluable at every stage of growth. Management accounts help you see the bigger picture all year round, so you can plan with confidence and make data-driven decisions.

Our detailed and thorough approach to management accounts provides you with a clear understanding of how your business is performing, so you can monitor progress, make adjustments and compare to previous periods on an ongoing basis.

Whatever the size of your business, regular management accounts are key for preventing inefficiencies, identifying and mitigating risk, and enhancing overall profitability, as well as supporting better year-round tax planning.

With expertise across accountancy, tax, financial planning and wealth management, we have the experience, resources and approach to see your full picture, supporting your business growth and comprehensive, long-term plans across the board.



The benefits of management accounts include: 

Budgeting & Forecasting.

Accurate budgeting and forecasting can only be properly achieved with regular management accounts that provide deep understanding of the ongoing financial position of your business.

Planning.

Highlight opportunities to manage liabilities, better plan for tax, and avoid the impact of unexpected events.

Clarity.

With a clear picture of ongoing performance, you can make informed decisions based on real data.

Growth.

Regular management accounts help you navigate growth periods in a secure and robust way.

Transparency.

Ongoing accounts show a proactive and open approach to business performance that gains credibility with investors, lenders, stakeholders and potential buyers.

Why choose us for your management accounts?

  • We work closely with you to understand your business, your goals and your pressures. This means accurate, tailored information that is realistic about where you are whilst supporting your long-term aspirations.
  • We build a trusted and agile long-term relationship with you and your business.
  • We deliver clear, tailored insight and guidance.
  • With expertise across accountancy, tax, financial planning and wealth management, we’re able to see the full picture and support you across all aspects.
  • We will effectively become an extended part of your team, working with your best interests at heart and supporting you in your long-term vision for success.

From accountancy & tax to financial planning and long-term strategy, Simpson Wood works closely with business-owners, individuals and families to provide independent advice, delivered with care, clarity and commercial understanding.

Richard Wolk – Director of Tax


How do you know if you’ll benefit from management accounts? 

You’ll benefit from management accounts if…

  • You are currently making decisions without up-to-date financial information; or stalling making decisions because you’re unclear on the exact financial picture.
  • Cashflow feels unpredictable.
  • You are growing and would like better visibility on margins and costs.
  • You are planning for growth, succession or exit.
  • You want to reduce risk, avoid errors, and solve issues sooner.
  • You want to be tax efficient now and in the future.

What’s included in management accounts?

  • Profit and loss (P&L) reporting.
  • Balance sheet summaries.
  • Cash flow analysis.
  • Key performance indicators (KPIs) and analysis.
  • Comparisons against budgets and forecasts
  • Comparisons against previous periods.
  • Regular face-to-face meetings to discuss the management accounts and your plans.
  • Advice on tax-saving opportunities.