FRS 102 Lease Accounting Changes 2026: What SMEs Need to Know
Does your business lease property, vehicles or equipment? If so, important changes to FRS 102 lease accounting rules are coming into effect and could significantly impact your financial statements. James Haywood, Page Kirk partner, explains how the changes could affect reported profits, balance sheets, gearing ratios and even audit thresholds, along with what businesses should […]
The 5 Biggest Audit Risks in Multinational Groups
It’s hard to ensure consistency and coordination when dealing with cross-border complexities, writes Chartered Accountant James Allsop. As a Manager at Page Kirk, he works alongside multinational groups and shares some of the key issues that require careful attention. Multinational audit risks – article summary Cross-border groups often struggle with inconsistent governance and reporting Common […]
Two rising stars earn promotion
We have a big piece of news concerning two members of our team – Sonja Dengler and James Allsop. Both have been promoted to Manager roles at Page Kirk in recognition of their commitment to the firm over a number of years, as well as their personal development. Sonja joined us in 2019 as a […]
What is your charity audit process telling you?
If you’re a trustee of a charity, the buck stops with you. That’s why any concerns flagged in audits should be a signal for action, writes Page Kirk partner James Haywood, who specialises in the charity sector. Taking on a governance role in a charity comes with quite a range of responsibilities, even if the […]
Hot property: an easy-to-follow guide to capital gains
If you find the rules around capital gains on UK property a little hard to follow, our tax technician Trisha Doan is here to demystify things. Capital Gains Tax on Property – Key takeaways CGT is paid on the profit when selling property (not the sale price) Applies to buy-to-lets, second homes, and inherited property […]
Can’t pay? Or won’t pay?
The seven most common reasons your customers aren’t coughing up Page Kirk’s Credit Controller Sam O’Hara looks at the most fundamental, yet thorniest, of issues confronting small and medium-sized businesses. Why exactly are you still waiting for that bank transfer? There’s nothing more frustrating as a business than delivering a product or service to a […]
Statutory Sick Pay Changes from April 2026: What Employers Need to Know
Rules on Statutory Sick Pay are set to change in the new tax year, says Page Kirk’s Payroll Manager Jo Poulter. It’s important to stay up to speed. Rules on Statutory Sick Pay are set to change in the new tax year, says Page Kirk’s Payroll Manager Jo Poulter. It’s important to stay up to […]
Avoid manufacturing problems: make sure your auditor is up to speed
While all statutory audits can produce challenges, it takes a special depth of experience and sector knowledge to deal with the issues that arise in manufacturing, argues Page Kirk’s Managing Partner John Wallis. As an auditor, I’m often asked which sectors are the hardest to work in or produce the most complications. It’s difficult to […]
Don’t fall into these common payroll traps
If you’re thinking payroll must be pretty straightforward, you’d be surprised at the some of the issues accountants find themselves ironing out. No one knows the pitfalls better than Page Kirk’s Jo Poulter, who’s our Payroll Manager and a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. If there’s one issue that really jumps out […]
Red flags can make you blue this Valentine’s Day
If your accountant is letting you down, it’s time to ditch them and find a new partner this Valentine’s Day. Page Kirk’s Jack Bond shares the five red flags that signal a new relationship is on the cards. As thoughts turn to romance in February, it can be a hard time for people who feel […]