In-house vs External Accountant: Which is best for your business?

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Here at Linda Carr Accountants, we provide external accounting services for a wide range of clients. If you were wondering whether to take on an in-house member of staff or outsource that role, here’s why it could be a great idea to work with the accountant Peterborough business owners trust.

It will save you time

Hiring an in-house accountant may seem like the natural next step for your business – but firstly, you should consider if you have the time. Not only are you going to have to go through what could be a very lengthy recruitment and interview process, but you will have to spend time training your new member of staff. An external accountant, on the other hand, will be ready to begin when you are! They are able to hit the ground running right away, saving you weeks, if not months, of company time.

Lower costs

A lot of people worry about the cost of outsourcing their accounting, but working with an external accountant can actually be a really cost-effective decision. Hiring an in-house accounting professional will cost so much more than an outsourced accountant who has exactly the same level of experience. You will also not have to worry about things like pension contributions and sickness pay. Our accounting rates are some of the most competitive in Peterborough.

An accountant with experience

When you are looking for an accountant for your business, it can be hard to find someone who has the necessary experience within your particular sector. That all changes when you decide to outsource those services! As one of the most in-demand accountants in Peterborough, we have worked with a really diverse group of local businesses, gaining experience in a number of sectors. We also know Peterborough incredibly well, giving us a unique perspective on the challenges and benefits of trading in the area.

No concerns about cover

One of the challenges of keeping everything in-house is making sure you can keep things running smoothly if a member of your team has to take time off – sometimes at short notice. When you outsource your accounting, you can be sure that that will be taken care of, and that someone will always be on hand to offer support and guidance. So, there’s no need to worry about finding sickness or holiday cover again!

Ideal for remote working

Many businesses have made the switch to remote working over the last 2 years, and have made the decision to move to smaller premises and have a more streamlined team of staff in the office. Outsourcing your accounting means that you can continue to do so, as your accountant will not be joining you in person. Of course, they will be on hand to meet with you if you have any concerns – giving you the best of both worlds.

Find out more today

If you want to find out more about the accountant Peterborough clients recommend, then get in touch with the team at Linda Carr Accountants today. We will answer any questions that you may have so that you can move forward with total confidence.

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