Why use a Chartered Accountant ?
Legally anyone can call themselves an accountant and not have any training. Before becoming a chartered accountant and using the designatory letters ACA or FCA, ICAEW members must undertake a period of at least three years training with an organisation that is authorised by the Institute, pass tough examinations embracing financial management, auditing, business strategy, taxation and IT.
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- Invest time in finding the right accountant
- Arrange to meet at least three firms
- Check they offer the services that you require
- Ask for their fee structure and payment terms
- Ask who at the firm is undertaking your work
- Look for the letters ACA or FCA after their name
- Ask if your first consultation is chargeable
- Check if they are authorised for specialist work
- Ask for a copy of their terms after your meeting
- Ask for references and speak to existing clients
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