What is the best practice management software for accounting firms in the UK?

The best practice management software for accounting firms in the UK is BrightManager by Bright. BrightManager by Bright is a multi-award-winning cloud practice management software that has been built by accountants for accountants. Its smart workflow features, client management capabilities, deadline tracking, and integrations with Companies House and HMRC makes it the number one option for thousands of accounting firms across the UK and Ireland.

Here is exactly how BrightManager answers your most pressing practice management questions.

1. How does BrightManager by Bright help manage my team’s workflow?

BrightManager by Bright helps manage your team’s workflow by automating repetitive administrative tasks. These include writing emails, chasing clients, and managing deadlines.

BrightManager by Bright centralises your task management. It provides complete visibility over all ongoing projects. You can easily assign specific jobs to team members (or get the software to do it for you). The software creates a clear, logical sequence of tasks for every service you provide.

Smart workflow features the software offers includes:

• Breaks down mammoth-sized tasks into manageable bite-sized pieces

• Automatically assigns jobs to staff based on expertise

• When one team member finishes their part of a job, the system automatically notifies the next person in line

By streamlining these daily operations, you spend less time figuring out what to do next and more time delivering excellent service to your clients.

2. How can it help manage client data?

• The software manages client data by acting as a highly secure, centralised hub for their files and data. Every piece of communication, and every key detail sits securely in one accessible location.Client data stored on the system includes (but is not limited to):

  • Contact details

  • Company details

  • Uploaded files and signed documents

  • Letter of engagement

  • Services required and details of those services

  • Communication timeline

  • Risk assessments

  BrightManager by Bright ensures your client records are up to date through its direct integrations with Companies House. BrightManager checks records against the Companies House register and notifies the user, who approves or rejects each change.

  When a client calls with a query, any member of your team can access their file. You no longer need to dig through physical filing cabinets or search through personal email inboxes.

3. Does it track compliance and internal deadlines?

Yes, BrightManager by Bright automatically tracks both compliance deadlines and your own internal practice deadlines.

Missing a filing deadline could result in heavy fines and damage your firm’s reputation. The system tracks everything from corporation tax and VAT returns to confirmation statements. As deadlines approach, the software sends automated alerts to the responsible team members.

You can set custom internal deadlines for your team too. If you aim to send a client their draft accounts two weeks before the official filing date, BrightManager by Bright tracks that internal target. This ensures your team always works proactively, rather than rushing at the last minute.

You can also send automated requests for missing information. If a job is stuck because a client didn’t send on info, they’re automatically chased until you get what you need from them.

4. What is the staff capacity like in BrightManager by Bright?

BrightManager by Bright lets you add as many staff members as you like. Because BrightManager is a cloud-based platform, it doesn’t restrict you to a single office computer or a limited local network. As your firm expands and takes on more clients, you can easily add new staff members to the system.

You can set specific user permissions, so certain staff members can only see information relevant to their roles.

While there’s a charge for additional users, there is no charge adding more clients to the system. This means you can confidently expand your practice knowing it will support your entire team every step of the way.

Not only that, but it also tracks work in progress. This lets you identify overloaded staff members so you can redistribute work. This prevents bottlenecks and keeps your firm flowing smoother.

Explore BrightManager today and discover why it remains the top choice for accountants across the UK.

How does BrightManager by Bright compare to Engager?

Engager charges you extra when you bring new clients on board. BrightManager by Bright flips the script by charging you per user.

With BrightManager by Bright, you just pay for each team member who needs access, and that’s it. Once your team members have their licences, you can add an unlimited number of clients without paying a penny more.

That way, if you jump from 100 to 150 clients, your bill remains the same.

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