Inspire’s growth leads to a new role for Bev Cattano

South Coast accountancy firm, Inspire, is excited to announce unprecedented growth, leading to exciting changes within the business and the career advancement of Bev Cattano to Senior Support Manager. Bev’s new appointment comes after the recent acquisition of new entrepreneurial clients and the success of several substantial transactions, which have fuelled significant developments within the […]

Inspire launch their own Business Academy

South Coast accountancy firm, Inspire, are excited to announce the launch of the Inspire Business Academy, an internal initiative delivering bespoke professional training exclusively to team members. Having introduced the scheme in 2016, this year sees the academy rolled out across the business, offering all members of staff the opportunity to enroll in a programme […]

Chris DowningDirector, Inspire Professional Services Ltd

How to have an FD when you don’t have one

In my previous blog I talked about my unique role and responsibilities at Inspire and how I provide businesses with support, often undertaking the role of Finance Director or Financial Controller on Demand.  Many small and medium sized businesses do not employ a Finance Director (FD).  Is this a problem?  On a day to day basis most smaller businesses […]

Chris DowningDirector, Inspire Professional Services Ltd

To incorporate or not to incorporate, that is the question! More frequently it seems….

With online incorporations and filings, incorporating a business is becoming easier and easier. Conversely, with the constantly changing dividend rules coming into effect, the gap between limited companies and sole traders/ partnership is closing significantly. Due to these changes, whether or not small businesses or partnerships should trade via a limited company is a question […]

Chris DowningDirector, Inspire Professional Services Ltd