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Business Networking Breakfast – Isle of Sheppey
Wednesday 14 February 2018 08:00 to 09:30 Abbey Hotel and Conference Centre, Minster on Sea, Sheerness ME12 2DA
We noticed that there were no networking events on the Isle of Sheppey and as Director Symon Barkway and our Business Consultant Neil Langford both have close ties with the Island, we have since created a ‘Breakfast Club’. This is a monthly event held at The Abbey Hotel and Conference Centre and is held on the second Wednesday of each month. This is an informal networking event aimed at getting businesses talking to each other, with occasional guest speakers or specific features. Cost is only £10 per person. Please call 01795 478044 to attend.
Business Networking Breakfast – Isle of Sheppey
Wednesday 10 January 2018 08:00 to 09:30 Abbey Hotel and Conference Centre, Minster on Sea, Sheerness ME12 2DA
We noticed that there were no networking events on the Isle of Sheppey and as Director Symon Barkway and our Business Consultant Neil Langford both have close ties with the Island, we have since created a ‘Breakfast Club’. This is a monthly event held at The Abbey Hotel and Conference Centre and is held on the second Wednesday of each month with more events lined up for Wednesday 14 February and 14 March. This is an informal networking event aimed at getting businesses talking to each other, with occasional guest speakers or specific features. Cost is only £10 per person. Please call 01795 478044 to attend.
EduKent Expo and Conference
Wednesday 8 November 2017 08:30 at The Kent Showground, Detling, Maidstone ME14 3JF
We are delighted to announce that we will be exhibiting at the EduKent Expo and Conference on Wednesday 8 November 2017 at The Kent Showground.
Come and meet our education support and payroll specialists to see how we can help you.
VAT on Xero for existing Xero users
Wednesday 1 November 2017 17:30
Preparing your own VAT return on Xero? Join our ‘VAT on Xero’ evening to learn our best tips and tricks.
If you are worried about running your first VAT return on Xero or if even you have been running VAT returns on Xero for years! Come along to our ‘VAT on Xero’ seminar where we will be going through the process we take on reviewing VAT returns, as well as sharing some of our best tips and tricks to make sure you are correctly accounting for all of your VAT.
Places on this event are limited so if you are interested in attending we would encourage you to book sooner rather than later.
We’re exhibiting at South East Property Expo
12 October 2017 08:30 – 16:00 at The Hopfarm, Maidstone Rd, Paddock Wood TN12 6PY
We’re exhibiting at the regions must attend event for buyers, sellers, landlords and investors.
Featuring:
Celebrity property experts
Helpful, local, suppliers, advisors & tradespeople.
Networking in association with BNI
Pop-up Food Lounge by Tonbridge Old Fire Station
Squerryes English sparkling wine tasting
Free before-work breakfast
Prizes and competitions
Plus lots more…
Essential Tax Planning for Mitigating Inheritance Tax
Tuesday 5 September 2017 08:30
With asset values increasing rapidly, Inheritance Tax is becoming a problem faced by more and more individuals in the UK. This seminar will review these rules and provide useful tips for planning your affairs to mitigate the 40% tax charge that may be payable on your estate. Topics covered will include:
- Overview of IHT thresholds and rates
- Main Residence Nil Rate Band
- Exempt gifts
- Overview of Business and Agricultural Property Reliefs
- Potentially Exempt Transfers (PETs)
- Overview of basic trust arrangements
Reporting on Xero for existing Xero users
Wednesday 9 August 2017 17:30
Would you like to know more about the reports in Xero and how they can benefit your business?
Gone are the days of having to wait months after your year-end to see how your business performed last year! With over 40 fully interactive and constantly up to date reports available in Xero, it has never been easier to track how your business is performing right now. Our ‘Reporting on Xero’ seminar will highlight a few of the reports available in Xero and show how they can be utilised to benefit your business.
Essential Tax Planning for Companies Undertaking Research and Development
Wednesday 26 July 2017 08:30
Research and development tax credits are one of the most valuable reliefs available to UK companies but significant numbers of eligible companies are still not claiming. This seminar will cover the following aspects:
- What is R&D?
- SME vs Large Company Schemes
- Overview of eligible costs
- What tax reliefs are available?
- R&D tax credit
- Implications of grant income and subsidies
Introduction to Cloud Accounting
Wednesday 28 June 2017 17:30
Would you like to know more about Cloud Accounting and how it can benefit you?
Cloud accounting users have the benefit of real time information at their fingertips - they know exactly what they owe, what they are owed and how much is in the bank and can report on how the business is doing instantly. Even better - you can work where you want, when you want with 24/7 access from any internet connection in the world
This demonstration of the market leading Xero software will give you an insight to the product and to the benefits of cloud accounting and will last about 45 minutes with the opportunity to ask questions and discuss you own situation with our cloud accounting team.
Essential Tax Planning for Buy to Let Landlords
Thursday 8 June 2017 17:30 12 Conqueror Court, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 5BH.
We are pleased to announce that we will be continuing our series of Williams Giles tax evenings with a tax workshop on buy to let investments. The event is completely free to attend and will provide local landlords with an opportunity to enhance their awareness of current tax issues and planning opportunities together with a platform to network with other likeminded individuals.
The event will consist of a joint presentation by Lesley Carrington FCCA CTA (Tax Director) and Adam Lacchin FCCA CTA (Tax Manager) followed by a Q&A session and networking over drinks and sandwiches. The presentation will commence at 6.00pm but we would encourage arrival from 5.30pm to meet the presenters and other attendees. The presentation and Q&A session are expected to last approximately 45 minutes.
Essential Tax Planning for Buy to Let Landlords
Monday 12 June 2017 17:30 12 Conqueror Court, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 5BH.
We are pleased to announce that we will be continuing our series of Williams Giles tax evenings with a tax workshop on buy to let investments. The event is completely free to attend and will provide local landlords with an opportunity to enhance their awareness of current tax issues and planning opportunities together with a platform to network with other likeminded individuals.
The event will consist of a joint presentation by Lesley Carrington FCCA CTA (Tax Director) and Adam Lacchin FCCA CTA (Tax Manager) followed by a Q&A session and networking over drinks and sandwiches. The presentation will commence at 6.00pm but we would encourage arrival from 5.30pm to meet the presenters and other attendees. The presentation and Q&A session are expected to last approximately 45 minutes.
The Fostering Network South East Conference
Tuesday 20 June 2017 09:30 Mercure Hotel Maidstone, Ashford Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1RE
Our Foster Carer Tax Team will be exhibiting at the Fostering Network South East Conference on Tuesday 20 June 2017. Come and visit us and meet our Foster Carer tax specialists at our stand and learn more about our specialist services for the Fostering Sector.
Foster Carer Tax Presentation
6 June 2017
We will be delivering our Foster Carer Tax Presentation to Foster Carers at Anchor Fostering. This will include information on the unique tax arrangements for Foster Carers together with information on the Self Assessment system and National Insurance.
Foster Carer Tax Presentation
23 & 24 May 2017
We will be delivering our Foster Carer Tax Presentation to Foster Carers at Capstone Fostering (Eastcote & Dartford offices). This will include information on the unique tax arrangements for Foster Carers together with information on the Self Assessment system and National Insurance.
Introduction to Cloud Accounting
Wednesday 17 May 2017 17:30
Would you like to know more about Cloud Accounting and how it can benefit you?
Cloud accounting users have the benefit of real time information at their fingertips - they know exactly what they owe, what they are owed and how much is in the bank and can report on how the business is doing instantly. Even better - you can work where you want, when you want with 24/7 access from any internet connection in the world
This demonstration of the market leading Xero software will give you an insight to the product and to the benefits of cloud accounting and will last about 45 minutes with the opportunity to ask questions and discuss you own situation with our cloud accounting team.
Williams Giles Tax Evening
4 May 2017 17:30 12 Conqueror Court, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 5BH.
Essential Tax Planning for your lifestyle, tomorrow and the days after…
Following recent appointments within our tax department, and our inaugural event in January we are pleased to announce that we will be hosting the second in our series of Williams Giles tax evenings.
The event is completely free to attend and will provide local business people with an opportunity to enhance their awareness of current tax issues and planning opportunities, together with a platform to network with other local businesses.
The event will consist of a joint presentation by Lesley Carrington FCCA CTA (Tax Director) and Adam Lacchin FCCA CTA (Tax Manager), in conjunction with Steve Baker DipFA MIFS and Claire Connell APFS Certs CII MP & ER (Wealth Managers at St James’ Place) followed by a Q&A session and networking.
Topics covered included:
- Where is the Government heading?
- Timing – Use it or lose it!
- Tax benefits – What does it mean for you?
- Annual allowance and carry forward provisions
- Commercial property investments and the SIPP
- Money Purchase Annual Allowance
- Salary sacrifice schemes
- Corporation Tax implications
- The effect of compounding
- Q&A
Foster Carer Tax Presentation
3 & 10 May 2017
We will be delivering our Foster Carer Tax Presentation to Foster Carers at Heath Farm. This will include information on the unique tax arrangements for Foster Carers together with information on the Self Assessment system and National Insurance.
Foster Carer Tax Presentation
25 April 2017
We will be delivering our Foster Carer Tax Presentation to Foster Carers at Greater London Fostering. This will include information on the unique tax arrangements for Foster Carers together with information on the Self Assessment system and National Insurance.
Foster Carer Tax Presentation
16 March 2017
We will be delivering our Foster Carer Tax Presentation to Foster Carers at Compass Fostering – Derby Office. This will include information on the unique tax arrangements for Foster Carers together with information on the Self Assessment system and National Insurance.
Foster Carer Tax Presentation
22 March 2017
We will be delivering our Foster Carer Tax Presentation to Foster Carers at Heath Farm. This will include information on the unique tax arrangements for Foster Carers together with information on the Self Assessment system and National Insurance.
Foster Carer Tax Presentation
28 March 2017
We will be delivering our Foster Carer Tax Presentation to Foster Carers at NFA (National Fostering Agency) in Birmingham. This will include information on the unique tax arrangements for Foster Carers together with information on the Self Assessment system and National Insurance.
Charities Breakfast Seminar – Risk Management
8 March 2017 8:00 12 Conqueror Court, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 5BH.
Alex Ffrench - head of Charities at Williams Giles, Tom Lumsden - Charities Partner at Cooper Burnett solicitors and Neil Franklin - Charities specialist at Chris Knott Insurance Brokers will explore some of the risk areas affecting charities and outline some of the practical ways of mitigating the exposure to risk. Please contact our charities team for more information at charities@williamsgiles.co.uk
An Introduction to Cloud Accounting
8 March 2017 17:30 12 Conqueror Court, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 5BH.
Would you like to know more about Cloud Accounting and how it can benefit you?
Cloud accounting users have the benefit of real time information with which to manage their business - they know exactly what they owe, what they are owed and how much is in the bank instantly. They know how the business is going and with live information and reports at their fingertips, accounts are useful and meaningful rather based on historical information showing how things were 12 months ago!
Even better - you can work where you want, when you want, with 24/7 access from any internet connection in the world – PC, laptop, Mac and even a smart phone. Cloud software requires no installation, manual backups, maintenance or additional software – all you need is a modern internet browser.
We are holding an informal and free of charge seminar on Cloud Accounting with a demonstration of the market leading Xero software.
The session will give you an insight to the product and to the benefits of Cloud Accounting and will last about 45 minutes with the opportunity to ask questions and discuss you own situation with our cloud accounting team.
Foster Carer Tax Presentation
23 February 2017
We will be delivering our Foster Carer Tax Presentation to Foster Carers at ISP in Whitstable. This will include information on the unique tax arrangements for Foster Carers together with information on the Self Assessment system and National Insurance.
Foster Carer Tax Presentation
9 February 2017
We will be delivering our Foster Carer Tax Presentation to Foster Carers at ISP in Rainham. This will include information on the unique tax arrangements for Foster Carers together with information on the Self Assessment system and National Insurance.
An Introduction to Cloud Accounting
18 January 2017 17:30 12 Conqueror Court, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 5BH.
Would you like to know more about Cloud Accounting and how it can benefit you?
Cloud accounting users have the benefit of real time information with which to manage their business - they know exactly what they owe, what they are owed and how much is in the bank instantly. They know how the business is going and with live information and reports at their fingertips, accounts are useful and meaningful rather based on historical information showing how things were 12 months ago!
Even better - you can work where you want, when you want, with 24/7 access from any internet connection in the world – PC, laptop, Mac and even a smart phone. Cloud software requires no installation, manual backups, maintenance or additional software – all you need is a modern internet browser.
We are holding an informal and free of charge seminar on Cloud Accounting with a demonstration of the market leading Xero software.
The session will give you an insight to the product and to the benefits of Cloud Accounting and will last about 45 minutes with the opportunity to ask questions and discuss you own situation with our cloud accounting team.
Essential Tax Planning for Directors and Shareholders
11 January 2017 17:30 12 Conqueror Court, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 5BH.
The event will consist of a joint presentation by Lesley Carrington FCCA CTA (Tax Director) and Adam Lacchin FCCA CTA (Tax Manager), followed by a Q&A session.
Topics that will be covered include:
- Changes to dividend taxation and planning opportunities
- Utilisation of the interest allowance and starting rate bands
- The uses and consequences of directors’ loan accounts
- Capital expenditure and the Annual Investment Allowance
- Tax planning surrounding pension contributions
- Effective use of government approved tax schemes
- An overview of Making Tax Digital and what it could mean for your business
The event is completely free to attend and will provide local businesses and their owners with an opportunity to enhance their awareness of current tax issues and planning opportunities, together with a platform to network with other local businesses.
Xero Spotlight event at Apple Store Bromley
15 December 08:30 2016 Intu Bromley Shopping Centre, Bromley, BR1 1DN.
We will be presenting at the Xero spotlight event held at the Apple store in Bromley. A chance for customers and clients to come along and see a live demonstration of Xero accountancy software, as well as partake in a breakout Q&A session at the end with both WG Xero certified staff and the Apple team.
Academies Breakfast Club
16 November 2016 8:00 at 12 Conqueror Court, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 5BH.
Peter Mepsted of PHP Health & Safety will talk us through some of the health and safety issues that academies face and provide some guidance as to how to mitigate your risk exposure.
Breakfast will be served at 08:00 with a presentation at 08:30 and then plenty of time for questions. We promise that you will be able to be away at 10:00.
For more information please contact Frances Overall on 01795 478044
or email frances.overall@williamsgiles.co.uk
EduKent Expo and Conference
We are delighted to announce that we will be exhibiting at the EduKent Expo and Conference on the 9th November 2016 at the Kent Showground, Detling from 9.00am to 2.45pm.
Come and meet our education support and payroll specialists to see how we can help you.
Foster Carer Tax Presentation
Tuesday 27 September 2016
We will be delivering our Foster Carer Tax Presentation to Foster Carers at Compass Fostering, Bradford. This will include information on the unique tax arrangements for Foster Carers together with information on the Self Assessment system and National Insurance.
Foster Carer Tax Presentation
Wednesday 12 October 2016
We will be delivering our Foster Carer Tax Presentation to Foster Carers at Medway Council. This will include information on the unique tax arrangements for Foster Carers together with information on the Self Assessment system and National Insurance.
Xero Demonstration at the Apple Store in Bluewater.
Our Williams Giles Xero Team are doing a Xero Demonstration at the Apple Store in Bluewater on Wednesday 29th June at 8.30am.
To find out more or book a place please look at the events section at the following link www.apple.com.
Academy Breakfast Club
Friday 20 May 2016 from 8:00AM to 10:00AM
The topic of discussion will be Trust Governance, particularly in growing multi-academy trusts. Joining us will be academy legal specialist Brendan Roodt. We will also discuss coping with new academies coming into the sector and trust expansions from a financial and due diligence perspective and funding pressures.
8:00 AM - Coffee with bacon and vegetarian sandwiches on arrival.
8:30 AM - Discussion starts.
9:40 AM – Close and Q&A.
We promise to have you on your way back to your schools by 10:00 AM.
Fostering Walk for the Fostering Network Foster Care Fortnight
Sunday 22 May 2016
Joanne and Jo from Williams Giles Foster Carer Tax Team are taking part in Foster Walk 2016, in support of Fostering Network’s Foster Carer Fortnight 2016. The event will take place at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on Sunday 22 May 2016 and consists of a 5 K sponsored walk around the Olympic park. Foster Walk is the Fostering Network’s flagship fundraising event and is well attended by staff from Fostering Agencies and local authorities and also Fostering families. Hopefully, the weather will stay nice throughout the event. Funds raised go to Fostering Network who are the UK’s leading Fostering Charity.
https://www.thefosteringnetwork.org.uk/fundraise/ways-fundraise/foster-walk
Cake Bake to raise money for The Fostering Network
Monday 23 May 2016
The foster carer tax team are pleased to announce that we are supporting The Fostering Network’s Fostering Fortnight 2016, which is their annual campaign to raise the profile of fostering. It is also the UK's biggest foster carer recruitment campaign.
All staff will be busy baking their best cakes and bringing them into the office to sell. We welcome you all to join our cake bake to raise awareness and money for this charity!
SI London Training Event
Williams Giles are happy to announce that they will be attending the FSI London Training Event from the 24th to 26th May. Our stall will have members of staff there to discuss the various services we offer, in particular, TAX, Xero Cloud Accounting and Auditing.
If your Charity is attending this event, be sure to pop over and say hi.
Kent Vision Live Exhibition
Come and visit us at the Kent Vision Live at Kent Showground, Detling on 11th May 2016.
Auto Enrolment – Are you Prepared?
We will be hosting a seminar on the 8th April 2016 at our offices in Sittingbourne entitled Auto Enrolment – Are you Prepared?
The seminar will explain what Auto Enrolment is and how it will affect you as well as answering any questions you may have.
We will be providing free drinks and nibbles.
Please arrive at 12.30pm for a 1pm start.
Last few places left – book online now
Looking for a career in Accountancy?
Williams Giles Limited are attending Kent Invicta Chamber’s Your Future Careers Fair on Wednesday 16th March 2016 at 9am. This is part of a government funded national programme of 250 careers fairs, attracting over 70,000 young people aged 14-24.
This Your Future Careers Fair aims to inspire, enthuse and motivate the young people attending to think about their future career progression, the employment options available to them and to make the most of their remaining time in education.
Williams Giles Limited will be there to support the young people in their decision process, by providing them with information on careers within Accountancy.
If you are aged 14-24 or are a business looking to get involved, find out more by calling 01622 624900 or emailing business.services@midkent.ac.uk.
Auto Enrolment – Are you Ready?
We will be hosting a webinar on the 3rd November 2015 at our offices in Sittingbourne entitled Auto Enrolment – Are you Ready?
The webinar will explain what Auto Enrolment is and how it will affect you as well as answering any questions you may have.
We will be providing free drinks and nibbles.
Please arrive at 12.30pm for a 1pm start.
Last few places left – book online now
Williams Giles
12 Conqueror Court
Sittingbourne
Kent
ME10 5BH
EduKent Expo and Conference
We are delighted to announce that we will be exhibiting at the EduKent Expo and Conference on the 11th November 2015 at the Kent Showground, Detling from 9.30am to 2.45pm.
Come and meet our education support and payroll specialists to see how we can help you.
