At this time of year most people are relaxing, wrapping gifts, listening to Cliff Richard and having a glass of mulled wine.
However for accountants, Christmas comes with a nervous twitch, as just around the corner the most stressful time of year lies…
January is usually the busiest period for any accountancy firm thanks to the Self Assessment tax return. Not only is everyone confronted with mountains of work from existing clients, but it’s also the time of year that last minute business owners and freelancers turn on panic mode and sign up to a new accountant in a hurry, meaning there are hundreds of new accounts to be filed too.
So, how can you keep the stress to a minimum when the whole office seems to be in turmoil? Have a look at our handy guide to help you keep your head during the hectic Self Assessment season.