We have recently noticed a trend in feedback when speaking to clients and other local businesses, with both groups suggesting that recruitment is becoming increasingly difficult. In particular, we are repeatedly hearing of a dearth of workers from across Europe, most notably Eastern Europe. But despite the ongoing Brexit saga, employers do not believe this […]
From April 2020 the IR35 system will be extended to cover businesses using contractors and freelance staff in the private sector. A move which is expected to net the treasury an additional £1bn in tax in its first year. With IR35 a long running bone of contention anyway, there is a great deal of concern […]
Recent HMRC cases against individuals and businesses have once again shone a light on the use and payment of family members in the business. In one case, a tribunal judged that payments to a son had been made out of parental love and affection and were not wholly for the purposes of the trade. In […]
The Taylor review, set up by the Government to investigate working practices and the ‘gig economy’, has now reported back to business secretary Greg Clark, with the promise that many of the recommendations will be taken forward and some expanded upon. The review was set up following significant employment cases involving major employers in the […]
After 30 years, we are sad to be announcing the departure of Kathy Archibald from Evans Weir. A mainstay of the business, Kathy has been the welcome face of Evans Weir, meeting and greeting clients in both the Chichester and Drayton offices and providing valuable office support to the Directors and accounts team. Kathy joined […]
Become the welcome face of our business We are seeking a new receptionist to join our team and support our growing client base. After many years loyal service our receptionist is off to pastures new and so we need someone to become the welcome face of our business and support our accountancy team with general […]
We are seeking an apprentice accountant to join our team and support our growing client base. Established in 1967, we specialise in providing accounting advice and business support to start-ups, sole traders, charities, partnerships and Limited companies. From our offices on the edge of Chichester City Centre we maintain close working relationships with all our […]
This month we say goodbye to Jodie Goodyer as she moves on to a larger firm to further her career. Jodie has been a vital member of the Evans Weir team working as an account technician for 2 years and we want to thank her for all the hard work she has done for us. […]
We are delighted to welcome Lucy Sampson to the Evans Weir team this month. Lucy has joined us as trainee accountant and will be working with us on an apprenticeship whilst continuing her studies. Currently learning to drive, Lucy mixes being a girly girl with her interest in pit bikes where she rides her own […]