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Plus Accounting proudly supported this year’s Oska Bright Film Festival, and attending the awards ceremony was truly an unforgettable experience! As sponsors of the Best Documentary Award, we were delighted to support an event that celebrates creativity, storytelling and inclusion in such a genuine and meaningful way. Oska Bright has built something incredibly special, not just a film festival, but a platform where learning-disabled and autistic filmmakers are seen, heard and celebrated for their talent, originality and perspective. Vicky King has shared her reflections on an inspiring evening that stayed with her long after the event ended, highlighting why supporting the Oska Bright Film Festival was such a meaningful and memorable experience in this blog > bit.ly/4v2EkW7 #Brighton #OskaBright #FilmFestival Photography credited to Ollie Denton Photography.

ICYMI: Clients who aren’t currently using Xero can get 80% off their first 6 months on a new Business Edition plan with the code DIRECT806UK! To get started, simply sign up for a new Business Edition plan using the link below and enter the code at checkout. Once your account is set up, just invite us to your Xero account as an advisor. Get started here > bit.ly/4dpfSYO Need support? Find out how our team can help you here > plusaccounting.co.uk/services/outso… #Xero #CloudAccounting #Bookkeeping

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week, and this year’s theme focuses on taking action - highlighting the importance of the small, everyday steps we can all take to support mental wellbeing, both for ourselves and those around us. Whether it’s checking in on a colleague, taking time to rest and recharge, encouraging honest conversations, or simply listening without judgement, even the smallest actions can make a real difference. This guest blog by ISS, on the @mentalhealth Foundation page, delves further into prioritising mental health at work and offers insight into how they moved from awareness to action on mental health in their workplace > bit.ly/4dL7Ole #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MHA #Brighton

Only ONE more guestlist ticket is available for Game Dev Heroes! 🎟️ We’re proud to once again be supporting @GameDevHeroes as they recognise and celebrate the incredible individuals behind the games industry. As patrons, we’re giving away 5 free guestlist tickets for anyone who’d like to attend the awards, but only one now remains! If you want the last one, all you have to do is email victoriak@plusaccounting.co.uk! 🔗 Learn more here > bit.ly/4dvcsDL #Brighton #GameDevHeroes #DevelopConf #VideoGames

It was great to be part of @TIGAMovement's sold-out Start-Up, Scale-Up and Grow Conference in London yesterday. We were one of the proud sponsors of this year’s event, which brought together games industry professionals for a valuable day of insight, discussion, keynote talks, and networking opportunities designed to support developers at every stage of their journey. Our Director of Business Services, Mark Horsfield joined a panel discussion focused on staying lean and managing risk as a game development studio, alongside a fantastic line-up of speakers from across the industry. It was great to catch up with some familiar faces from the industry! #TIGAConference #VideoGames #IndieDevs

One week to go until @Ga_Ma_Yo at Project House Leeds! If you’re selling games across Europe, understanding your VAT obligations is essential. Getting VAT registration right can have a significant impact on your margins! ❓ Do you know when your business needs to register for VAT, how the rules apply to digital products, and what common pitfalls to avoid? Join Mark Horsfield at GaMaYo next Thursday, where he’ll be breaking down the key VAT dos and don’ts for game developers and studios. Don’t miss the opportunity to gain practical insights and ask your questions. 🔗 bit.ly/4v7xcsc #VAT #DigitalSales #IndieGame

ICYMI: We’re now partners with AgencyLand Network! AgencyLand is a thriving community of agencies that genuinely care about their industry, their teams, and their impact. It’s a space to learn, grow, build connections, and feel part of something meaningful. As strong supporters of agencies and how they operate, we’re proud to be part of this community. It allows us to continue supporting agency founders and leadership teams in gaining clarity over their business, making informed decisions, managing cash flow effectively, and scaling in a sustainable way. Are you an agency? Learn how you can join a community built for agencies here > bit.ly/481sZwl #Brighton #AgencyLand #Community

As a local business that values supporting our local community, we’re pleased to support the Renew Preston Village campaign, which is focused on improving one of Brighton’s most historic local communities. As part of Brighton Festival, Knoyle Hall will be hosting an engaging event tomorrow centered around ideas for the future of Preston Village, featuring interactive exhibitions, creative discussions, and opportunities for the community to get involved. The event will explore how thoughtful changes - from improved green spaces and safer crossings to increased planting and better public areas - could help shape a greener, healthier, and more welcoming future for the village. Anyone is welcome to just turn up tomorrow, but if you’d prefer, you can reserve your spot here > bit.ly/4eDRGDd #Brighton #RenewPrestonVilage #PrestonPark

Just 2 FREE guestlist tickets left for Game Dev Heroes! 🎟️ We’re delighted to be supporting @GameDevHeroes again this year as they celebrate the incredible people behind the games industry - from developers and support teams to industry leaders and role models making a real impact. As proud patrons of the event, we’re giving away 5 free guestlist tickets for anyone who’d like to attend, but be quick as only two are left up for grabs. To enter, email victoriak@plusaccounting.co.uk before they’re gone! 🔗 bit.ly/4dvcsDL #Brighton #GameDevHeroes #DevelopConf #VideoGames

Today, Mark Horsfield took part in a panel discussion on staying lean and managing risk as a #gamedev studio at @TIGAMovement's sold-out Start-Up, Scale-Up and Grow Conference in London. We are delighted to have sponsored this year’s event, which brought together professionals from across the games industry for a day of insight, panel discussions, keynote speakers, and sessions designed to support game developers at every stage of their growth journey. #TIGAConference #VideoGames #IndieDevs

ICYMI: From the 2025/26 tax year, directors of close companies will face new reporting requirements as part of their Self Assessment tax return. A close company is broadly defined as a UK company that is controlled by five or fewer individuals. This is a common structure for owner-managed businesses, family-run companies, and personal service companies. While the update may seem minor at first glance, it introduces additional transparency and with that, a need for better record-keeping and awareness. Our Senior Tax Manager, Louise Berry, has written a blog providing further insight including what directors need to be aware of and the steps you can take to prepare.> bit.ly/3OlbEI5 #Brighton #SATR #CloseCompanies

E-Invoicing is Coming: Here’s What SMEs Need to Know! E-invoicing is becoming an important planning consideration for UK businesses. The government has announced that all VAT invoices will need to be issued electronically from April 2029, primarily impacting business-to-business and business-to-government transactions rather than standard consumer sales. While the full UK roadmap and technical standards are still being developed, businesses should use this time to focus on the fundamentals rather than waiting for the final legislation. E-invoicing should be seen as a gradual shift towards cleaner data, reduced manual processing, improved efficiency, faster payments, and stronger fraud prevention. Our latest guide explains what e-invoicing means in practice, outlines the current UK position for the 2026/27 tax year, and highlights the practical steps SMEs can start taking now to prepare > bit.ly/4tfSNww #Brighton #eInvoicing #VAT

💡Claimable Expenses Make sure you’re fully aware of all the expenses your business may be able to claim. Keeping track of allowable costs throughout the year can help improve cash flow, support accurate reporting, and ensure you’re making the most of available reliefs. 📋 Are you currently tracking expenses such as software licences, contractor fees, subscriptions, travel costs, and other day-to-day business expenditure? Join Mark Horsfield’s AMA roundtable at @Ga_Ma_Yo next Thursday for a deeper discussion on expense planning, practical record-keeping tips, and how game studios can approach financial planning more effectively. #GaMaYo #Cashflow #GameStudio

Plus Accounting are looking to recruit a new Business Services Senior Accountant to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is someone who is motivated, hard-working, and ready to get involved in a varied range of client advice and support. The successful candidate will ideally be ACA or ACCA qualified, with experience in: • Preparing Statutory Accounts and Corporation Tax Returns • Personal Tax Return preparation • Supporting and reviewing the work of junior team members • Working closely with a Line Manager Learn more on the role, including requirements, salary details and how to apply, on our Careers page here > bit.ly/3Niqadh #Brighton #AccountingVacancy #SeniorAccountant

Just one day to go until @TIGAMovement's Start-Up, Scale-Up and Grow Conference in London! We’re delighted to be sponsoring this year’s event, which brings together professionals from across the games industry for a day of insight, discussion, and networking opportunities. Featuring a range of new topics, panel discussions, keynote speakers, and breakout sessions, the conference is designed to support game developers at every stage of their growth journey. Our Director of Business Services, Mark Horsfield, will be joining the panel session on “The Elixir of Youth: Staying Lean as a Games Studio and Managing Risk.” See you there! 👋 #TIGAConference #VideoGames #IndieDevs

Plus Insights for May is here! From supporting the Oska Bright Film Festival and offering FREE guestlist tickets for Game Dev Heroes to sharing an exclusive 80% off Xero offer for new users, there’s plenty to unpack. We’re also proud to have been nominated for Best Financial Services Provider to the Games Industry, while continuing to share the latest insights through our blogs on Self Assessment reporting requirements and Companies House updates. Check it out here > bit.ly/4wkjTW5 #Brighton #PlusInsights

Why Supporting @OskaBright Film Festival Matters to Us at Plus Accounting! As sponsors of the Best Documentary Award, we were proud to support an event that celebrates creativity, storytelling and inclusion in such a genuine and meaningful way. Oska Bright is the world’s leading film festival showcasing films made by or featuring people with learning disabilities or autism. Vicky King has written an article reflecting on an inspiring evening that left a lasting impression long after the event had ended, sharing why it was such a memorable experience > bit.ly/4v2EkW7 #Brighton #OskaBright #FilmFestival Photography credited to Ollie Denton Photography.

As a local business committed to helping our community, we’re proud to support the Renew Preston Village campaign. Renew Preston Village has been working to enhance and protect the beautiful and historic Preston Village area along the A23. This Friday, as part of Brighton’s festival month, the campaign will be opening the doors of Knoyle Hall for an afternoon and evening of interactive exhibitions, conversation, and creativity. This is a conversation about the future of the village. A chance to imagine how rain gardens, street trees, safer crossings and reinvigorated green spaces could turn Preston Village into the thriving, healthier, more beautiful place it deserves to be. You’re welcome to just turn up, or if you’d prefer, you can reserve your spot here > bit.ly/4eDRGDd #Brighton #RenewPrestonVilage #PrestonPark

💡 Did you know that you can receive tax credits from HMRC from your development spend on a game. ❓ How can claiming relief through Video Games Expenditure Credits help extend your financial runway during development? Mark Horsfield will be speaking at @Ga_Ma_Yo on 21 May, covering the key considerations and requirements of the Video Games Expenditure Credit (VGEC) scheme. Find out more here > bit.ly/4v7xcsc #IndieDev #TaxRelief #VGEC #GaMaYo