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Do You Need Maths to Study AAT?

Key Takeaways You do not need a maths GCSE or any formal maths qualification to enrol on AAT Level 2. AAT recommends a good standard of English and maths, but there are no strict entry requirements. AAT accounting is based on numeracy, not advanced mathematics. You will work with addition, subtraction, multiplication,...

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What Software Do Bookkeepers Need for Making Tax Digital?

Key Takeaways Making Tax Digital requires bookkeepers and their clients to use HMRC-recognised software for digital record-keeping and quarterly reporting. There are two main types of MTD software: all-in-one accounting platforms (such as Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks) and bridging software that links existing spreadsheets to HMRC. Bookkeepers who are confident with MTD-compatible software...

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Making Tax Digital Is Expanding: What It Means for Bookkeepers

Making Tax Digital Is Expanding: What It Means for Bookkeepers Key Takeaways Making Tax Digital for Income Tax goes live on 6th April 2026, affecting sole traders and landlords with gross income above £50,000. The threshold drops to £30,000 in April 2027 and £20,000 in April 2028, bringing millions more people into the scope...

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