22Sep 2023

Business Networking Meeting - Accounting Wizardry Made Simple

'10 Minute Tip' by Kay Waller - Accounting Systems Expert - 7am until 9:30am

Kay Waller of K Consultancy has spent over 30 years in the accounting world, from the bottom rung to the top of the ladder. Kay started as ledger clerk in the days when everything was very manual. Having to know what double entry bookkeeping really is through to moving to computerised systems as they were developed. Kay developed her skills and experience through various accounting roles all the way up to Finance Director & Company Secretary for a Steel Wire Manufacturing Company. She also became senior consultant for one of Sage’s leading Business partners.

10 years ago, Kay decided to set up her own business, K Consultants. She shared the knowledge gained from working in and with so many different industries. From A-Z, Accountancy, Education, healthcare, wholesale, retail, manufacturing, oil & gas production to Zoological.

Kay’s goal is to make a positive difference to the working lives of businesses and their staff. By streamline the way they work, Kay can help you maximise the investment you have already made in your accounting system. These systems can do so much more than just accounts. They can have positive effects on all areas of your business no matter what size it is. They are the backbone to your business.

Kay works best with businesses that use Sage Products, Sage 50, Sage 200 and Payroll. She’s often called in as a trouble shooter. Another pair of eyes to look at your business processes. Kay doesn’t just cover the accounting side. She can also advise on stock control, order processing, warehousing and manufacturing. Kay recently put in a Payroll system for a luxury car interior manufacturer, and a private group of individuals who have just taken over their village pub.


About the conversation:

Accounting Wizardry Made Simple

Over 30 years of expertise of making your accounting systems smoother, more efficient more useful than ever before.

Don’t let your accounts frighten you. Let accounting systems expert, Kay Waller, remove the fear of not knowing what goes where and what different things do. What is meant by a Profit & Loss report? What is a Balance Sheet?

As a sole trader/partnership/limited company, should you bother to register for VAT?  Will it be too much hassle? What’s in it for you?

Are you thinking that you need to start employing someone? What do you need to do? Kay will provide the pointers to get you started. You’ll discover the pro’s and con’s.

Do I need any special insurance to run my business.

What can you claim as a legitimate business expense for sole trader, employee of partnership and limited company?

Whether sole trader or employed if you are running/helping to run a business there are things that you need to know to make sure you keep on the right side of the law.