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Non-face-to-face clients?
Hi, For online accounting firms that offer services to people not in their local area, and therefore don’t meet their clients face to face, how do they conduct customer due diligence? What additional checks do they carry out? Aren’t accountants supposed to meet their clients face to face?? Thanks
Request your user title (Student, AATQB, MAAT, FMAAT, Licensed Bookkeeper, Licensed Accountant)
We introduced user titles to help identify and distinguish different members of the forum more easily. Professional members will also have the ability to create threads in the professional member section of the forum. To request your title please message @AAT_Team with your membership ID number and the title(s) you wish to…
Inventory Packaging
How to include / not include packaging materials in stock valuation. We send our orders out in cardboard boxes with packing materials. How do I account for these at the end of every month without stock taking them and writing off the used stock? (There are just too many to count as we use thousands of boxes and bags). As…
Continuity Agreement
Hi all I've found another accountant to link up with to provide continuity cover. I was just wondering what sort of processes other businesses have in place should the cover need to be implemented? For example, informing the other party and allowing access to softwares. Also, has anyone used anything else other than the…
eBay Charges, VAT Return and Bank Reconciliation
Hi everyone, I have a client, runs part worn tyres business, vat registered, sells tyres on eBay. eBay deduct their charges including vat from the sale and transfer rest of the money to business bank account of the trader. my question is, If I use the sale figure from the Bank statement and enter eBay charges for VAT…
Can my client claim tax relief if she invests in another business?
I have a client who would like to invest in another business. As I've never dealt with clients investing in other businesses and I'm not sure if this is tax deductible so not sure what to advice her regarding tax relief. All the info on the internet is a minefield so any help would be appreciated.
AAT LEVEL 4 BPP AQ2022 INAC MODULE FULL STUDY SET **FOR SALE**
Full study set for sale BPP AQ2022 for Level 4 INAC Internal Accounting Systems and controls 1. Coursebook 2.Questions 3.Passcards Latest edition for assessments to August 2024 Brand new purchased early but passed the synoptic so no longer needed. Only opened maybe 2 times.
Study Revision Tips for TPFB Tax Processes for Business
Hi everybody, I wanted to share that I have passed my FAPS exams! So over the moon. Thank you to all who replied to my questions. I need some study tips for Vat exam. The time limit is only 1 hour 30 minutes. I m distance learning and in learning phase right now. Vat errors and correction partand penalties plus vat with…
Help me with the best AAT Distance Learning Training Providers.
**Question:** "I'm eager to identify the best distance learning provider with a proven track record, ensuring that I maximize the benefits of my education. Could you recommend a reputable distance learning provider with a history of successful outcomes, I want to make an informed choice to enhance my learning experience…
Accrual issue
Hi I have an issue at my work place that I need help with. So basically I have accrued 2 months of expenses in August and September, each for the same amounts of £2000. In October, I eventually received the expense invoice of £6000 that covers the months of Aug to Oct. So naturally I reversed the aug and sept accruals in…

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We introduced user titles to help identify and distinguish different members of the forum more easily. Professional members will also have the ability to create threads in the professional member section of the forum. To request your title please message @AAT_Team with your membership ID number and the title(s) you wish to…
Continuity of Practice cover
Hi all, We want to make you all aware that we have a directory that is available on our website for which is a great resource if you are looking for Continuity of Practice. It has a bank of AAT licensed bookkeepers and accountants, and you could use that to reach out and see if someone local is available to cover you. All…

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Re-reading level 4(2022) units for new management role.
Hi All, I have nearly finished AAT level 4, I have started a new role in a heating company, of a small to medium size. I have experience in working in Payroll, accounts prep and out-scoured finance team where i worked in improving internal systems and ledger control. I have a detailed experience in the heating industry, as…
Couldn't find an 'introduce yourself discussion'
Hey everyone, I'm a small business owner hungry to up my accounting game! 📊 My mission is to earn an AAT qualification and improve my financial literacy with the hopes to continue running my own books as my business grows and expands. Figured this forum is a good place to start with fellow number-crunchers. Any AAT pros…
Question for BPP Level 3 Students
I’m currently studying BUAW with BPP and have noticed quite a bit missing from the course book in comparison with the AAT learning portal, specifically the 4 categories of money laundering (BPP only list 3 - they haven’t included Prejudicing an Investigation), what to include in a SAR and also there is a whole green light…
Do I need to buy extra study materials to pass L3?
Hello fellow humans, I've got a question about study materials for Level 3. Based on your experience or opinions, do you recommend buying extra study materials? Let's say I choose a provider like FI, and they provide materials such as the Study Planner, Question Bank, and Task Bank. Would that be sufficient to understand…
Can a company give a donation to a CIC (community interest company) and reclaim on the tax
Hi I work for a CIC and we are currently asking for funds as our main contract with the local authority ends in March. Can I say to potential companies, if they give us a donation they can reclaim the tax?
AAT refresher courses
I am qualified for AAT Levels 2 & 3 but it's been a few years since then and need to go on a refresher course before I go on to Level 4. Does anyone know of where such refresher are offered?
HOW do you do bookkeeping?
Hi everyone, I'm currently nearing the end of my L3 Cert in Accounting, and have started applying for finance jobs. I seem to be somewhat stuck, because despite completing L2 Accounting and almost all L3 (finished studying one more exam to go) I have no idea HOW to actually do bookkeeping/accounting? Like I'm applying for…
Accrual issue
Hi I have an issue at my work place that I need help with. So basically I have accrued 2 months of expenses in August and September, each for the same amounts of £2000. In October, I eventually received the expense invoice of £6000 that covers the months of Aug to Oct. So naturally I reversed the aug and sept accruals in…
Level 4 (2022) Books for sale
First intuition books for sale. I self studied, the materials are designed for self study for the 2022 qualification. 2 books for each subject - Course notes & questions and Task & mock bank Personal Tax Business Tax Internal accounting systems and controls In good condition with no pen or pencil marks
Level 3 (2022) Books for sale
First intuition study materials for sale. I self studied, the materials are designed for self study. 2 books for each subject - Course notes & questions and Task bank & mock bank Business Awareness Management Accounting Techniques Both books are in great condition with no pen or pencil marks

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