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9) Look for an accountancy firm that is making good use of the latest IT to deliver services more efficiently to its clients. With the latest secure systems and online servers, many documents which might previously have taken days to arrive in the post can be exchanged almost instantaneously online. Use of electronic document management systems also mean that your queries can be dealt with much more quickly. 10) Select an accountant who can advise you on the right accountancy software should you choose to do your book-keeping in-house. Check what IT support they can offer in setting up your internal accounting systems. Taking into consideration my 10 key tips on choosing the right accountant, l recommend approaching at least three accountants and see which one you feel will provide the service which you and your business requires. Choosing your accountant is a key decision at any stage of your business, so follow a selection criteria and you will be on the right path. This guideline is my recommendation, however, feel free to adapt it to your own specific requirements. If you are considering changing your accountant, or choosing an accountant for the first time, please try us out by calling David at Purple Account on 07745 785515 for a free no obligation chat, or email david@purpleaccounts. com 6 Ten issues in Culcheth • Lymm • Great Sankey & Penketh • Chapelford • Stockton Heath & Appleton Thewlwall, Grappenhall & Latchford • Birchwood • Lowton & Golborne • Newton-le-Willows • Warrington Town