Posts by Anita Brook

Anita’s blog: Back from volunteering in Malawi

Monday, April 25th, 2011

FMWF blogger and accountant Anita Brook is back from her stint volunteering in Malawi. Here she shares the lessons learned from her two-week trip.

Anita Brook’s blog: Accountancy in developing countries

Friday, March 25th, 2011

FMWF blogger Anita Brook is swapping her Burberry bag for a backpack and she’s off to Malawi as part of AfiD, Accounting for International Development. So what exactly can an accountant from Britain do in a developing country?

Anita Brooks’ blog: Tax returns and what you can claim for

Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011

In her latest blog for FMWF Anita Brook of Accounts Assist sets out simply what you can and can’t claim for on your tax return so you can start to get organised now in time for your next tax return.

Anita Brook’s Blog: Chasing invoices and payments

Monday, February 14th, 2011

For small businesses late payment has always been a problem, but during a recession it can mean sink or swim. Anita Brook gives useful tips on how to invoice clients and chase late payments.

Anita Brook’s Blog: The 12 saves of Christmas

Wednesday, December 29th, 2010

FMWF columnist Anita Brook has produced an exclusive and timely blog for us this festive period, with a host of simple steps you can take so you start the New Year as you mean to go on.

Anita Brook’s blog: Tax breaks for SMEs’ Christmas gifts

Tuesday, December 21st, 2010

This week, in her exclusive column for FMWF, Anita Brook gives detailed advice about the rules and regulations around tax breaks if you’re giving staff, clients or suppliers a Christmas gift this year.

Anita Brook’s blog: How will the VAT rise affect you or your business?

Tuesday, December 14th, 2010

On January 4th, VAT’s going up from 17.5 per cent to 20 per cent. Anita Brook gives a useful reminder abhout the tax changes for both businesses and individuals and she has some suprising advice about whether to wait for the Christmas sales…

Anita Brook’s blog: Flexible working – Set your employees homework

Thursday, December 2nd, 2010

Research by YouGov has revealed that three quarters of business managers are rigidly opposed to flexible working for their employees. Despite these findings, it can be a real bonus allowing staff to work from home, saving both parties money and boosting morale. Anita Brook looks at what employers need to consider before clearing the office.