Goska Dabrowski Marks 10 years with Rosemary Bookkeeping 

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10 years of trusted bookkeeping.

Goska Dabrowski is celebrating 10 years in business with Rosemary Bookkeeping, a milestone that reflects a decade of supporting local businesses across Bournemouth with reliable, accurate financial management. 

For Goska, this achievement reflects commitment and consistency. For her clients, it represents something just as valuable. Stability, trust and a long-term working relationship with someone who understands their business properly. 

A background built on real experience 

Goska’s approach to bookkeeping is shaped by strong foundations. 

Born in Poland, she spent much of her early life in Germany before building her career in South Africa. There, she progressed from a creditors clerk to managing her own team and later became a Managing Director’s assistant. 

This experience gave her a clear understanding of how businesses operate in practice. When she moved to the UK and established her Rosemary Bookkeeping franchise, she brought that insight with her. 

For her clients, this means working with someone who not only manages the numbers but understands how those numbers impact the wider business. 

Why long-term bookkeeping support matters 

Over the past 10 years, Goska has supported a wide range of clients, from sole traders to growing businesses. 

Her role goes far beyond keeping records up to date. Consistent, accurate bookkeeping gives business owners the confidence to plan ahead, manage cash flow and make informed decisions. 

That is where long-term support makes a real difference. 

Clients benefit from working with someone who already knows their business, understands how it has developed and can spot issues early. That level of insight builds over time and cannot be replaced by short-term support. 

Relationships built over time 

Many of Goska’s clients have worked with her for years. That continuity changes how bookkeeping works day to day. 

Clients do not need to explain their business each time. They work with someone who understands their processes, pressures and priorities. 

Over time, Goska has also developed the confidence to handle a wide range of situations. Some conversations are straightforward, while others require clarity and reassurance, especially when there are pressures around deadlines or finances. 

For her clients, that creates peace of mind. They know they have someone reliable who will keep things on track and communicate clearly when it matters. 

Supporting clients through change 

The way businesses manage their finances has changed significantly over the last decade. 

With Making Tax Digital, bookkeeping is now a core part of compliance. Businesses are expected to maintain digital records and submit regular updates. 

For many business owners, this adds complexity. 

Having a bookkeeper who understands these requirements and manages the process reduces that pressure. It helps ensure everything is accurate, up to date and compliant. 

For Goska’s clients, this means they can focus on running their business, knowing the financial side is handled properly. 

Consistency, accuracy and trust 

Goska often describes bookkeeping as solving a puzzle. That mindset allows her to look beyond individual transactions and understand how each part of a business connects. 

For her clients, the result is clear. Work is delivered consistently, records are accurate and communication is straightforward. 

Over time, that builds confidence. And in financial matters, confidence is essential. 

A milestone worth celebrating 

Reaching 10 years in business is a significant achievement, and Goska should be proud of what she has built. 

For her clients, it highlights something they already know. They have a bookkeeper they can rely on, someone who understands their business and supports them every step of the way. 

Need a new bookkeeper? 

If you’re in Bournemouth and the surrounding areas and could use the support of a friendly and local bookkeeping service, contact Goska today on 07778 286 458 for a free, no-obligation quotation on a range of bespoke bookkeeping services. 

Or, nationwide, find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today. 

 

Why Global Bookkeeping Week Matters – and How Rosemary Bookkeeping Leads the UK in Celebrating It

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Every year the bookkeeping profession comes together to mark Global Bookkeeping Week (GBW) — a week-long campaign to recognise the importance of accurate records, timely reporting and the bookkeepers who work behind the scenes.

Here at Rosemary Bookkeeping — the only UK-wide bookkeeping franchise dedicated solely to bookkeeping services — we believe GBW isn’t just a celebration: it’s a timely reminder for every business owner of why good bookkeeping should be front of mind.

Why Global Bookkeeping Week matters

  1. It highlights the value of professional bookkeeping
    When bookkeepers get recognised in GBW, it reinforces how vital their work is. GBW started in 2015 to raise the profile of the profession.
    You might not think about it daily, but accurate bookkeeping shifts from “nice to have” to “business critical” when you consider cash-flow, tax, compliance and growth.
  2. It reminds small businesses of the risk of neglecting bookkeeping
    One of our earlier articles for Rosemary Bookkeeping flagged three clear signs your internal bookkeeping may be under-resourced or mis-aligned: time being taken from core growth tasks; challenges hiring reliable finance staff; and the overhead of an in-house team vs outsourced cost.  GBW gives you the nudge to review when it’s time to call the professionals – see our recent blog here.
  3. It underscores the economic role of bookkeeping
    Bookkeepers aren’t only about numbers. They support business stability, inform decision-making and enable growth. GBW scenes emphasise how bookkeepers contribute to communities, companies and the wider economy. If your books are in order you are putting yourself in a stronger position for growth, pivoting, or surviving tough times.

What makes Rosemary Bookkeeping different in this context

  • We’re the only UK franchise solely dedicated to bookkeeping services. This gives us a laser-like focus on the bookkeeping needs of SME clients
  • Because we’re national but structured as a franchise, we combine local access (face-to-face or near you) with consistent high standards and processes
  • We’ve written about key industry shifts — for example, the move to digital record-keeping and how bookkeeping must adapt. (See our “What is Making Tax Digital?” article.)

How you as a business owner can make the most of GBW

  • Use the week to audit your bookkeeping arrangements: Are your records up-to-date? Are you using the right software? Are you getting timely reports?
  • Ask your bookkeeping provider (or in-house team) to show you how the numbers are being used — not just recorded. Good bookkeeping gives insight, not just history
  • If you’re thinking of outsourcing, or switching provider, GBW is a great moment to act. Recall that study where up to 48% of UK SMEs were outsourcing tasks like bookkeeping in 2023

Final thought

Bookkeeping isn’t just about ticking boxes. During Global Bookkeeping Week we pause to recognise its role in your business’s stability, opportunity and growth. At Rosemary Bookkeeping we stand ready to help you turn these ideas into action: cleaner records, smarter decisions, less stress.

If you’d like a chat about how your bookkeeping stands today — whether you need a review, or want to explore outsourcing — drop us a line. Let’s use this week to give your bookkeeping the attention it deserves.

For help with your books visit us atwww.rosemarybooks.co.uk

If like many other business investors you see the value in offering such essential services to business owners, find out more about our franchising opportunity atwww.rosemaryfranchise.co.uk

Rosemary Bookkeeping Northampton Awarded for Business Growth

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Mohamed Walji from Rosemary Bookkeeping Northampton picked up a prestigious growth award at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping’s annual spring forum is a red-letter day for our bookkeepers up and down the UK, where we come together to network, learn, grow, and catch up, too!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2024.

This included Mohamed Walji from Rosemary Bookkeeping Northampton, who won an award for significant business growth in the last year.

In 2024, Mohamed made key strides in his business development through providing consistently excellent services to his clients through a range of vital services, including help using software like Xero and QuickBooks to work towards targets around Making Tax Digital and meeting crucial deadlines in the bookkeeping calendar. Delivering a valued service to his clients across the region has allowed Mohamed to exceed targets for his business.

Bobby Garland, Brand Leader for Rosemary Bookkeeping, said:

“Mohammed has broken through the £50k mark with focus and consistency, laying solid foundations for further expansion.”

Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in Northampton and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Mohamed on 07764 857767 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley Wins Rookie of the Year Award

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Hanaa Raydan from Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley picked up the coveted Rookie of the Year award for her exceptional first year in business at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping’s annual spring forum is a red-letter day for our bookkeepers up and down the UK, where we come together to network, learn, grow, and catch up, too!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2024.

This included Hanaa Raydan from Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley, who won an award for significant business growth in the last year.

In her first year in business, Hanaa made key strides through achieving key qualifications that allowed her to provide exceedingly excellent services to her clients through a range of vital services, including help using software like Xero and QuickBooks to work towards targets around Making Tax Digital and meeting crucial deadlines in the bookkeeping calendar.

Raising awareness of her business and brand in the local area through focused marketing efforts, alongside making space for her family and personal commitments, Hanaa has seen great success.

“[For the] first year, I prioritised the franchise and tried to dedicate my time and concentration on the business to be seen,” she says.

This has paid dividends to Hanaa’s visibility within her community as she has found that Rosemary has become a growing name in her area.

“I found that my biggest success is that most of my clients were calling me Rosemary, which made me feel I did succeed in making the franchise seen and remembered.”

Hanaa says her other successes and greatest pride have been in helping clients and supporting them in managing deadlines, all while connecting with her community and owning a business that allows her to be flexible in work.

Bobby Garland, Brand Leader for Rosemary Bookkeeping, adds:

“Hanaa has hit the ground running in her first year, showing remarkable dedication to hunting out potential clients and getting them over the line to achieve some great progress towards her growth!”

Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in Wembley and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Hanaa on 0208 5750286 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Rosemary Bookkeeping Garden City Awarded for Business Growth

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Nirmal Thakkar from Rosemary Bookkeeping Garden City picked up a prestigious growth award at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping’s annual spring forum is a red-letter day for our bookkeepers up and down the UK, where we come together to network, learn, grow, and catch up, too!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2024.

This included Nirmal Thakkar from Rosemary Bookkeeping Garden City, who won an award for significant business growth in the last year.

In 2024, Nirmal made key strides in her business development by evolving her marketing efforts to grow her regional customer base, including featuring in multiple publications advocating for local business and franchising, and sharing the word about her expertise and dedicated services helped her to exceed targets for her business.

Bobby Garland, Brand Leader for Rosemary Bookkeeping, said:

“Nirmal not only exceeded £10k but also achieved the highest percentage growth across the network and gained valuable PR exposure—an exceptional start!”

Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in Stevenage and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Nirmal on 01462 419444 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Rosemary Bookkeeping North Dorset and Salisbury Awarded for Consecutive Business Growth

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Karen Mann from Rosemary Bookkeeping North Dorset and Salisbury has picked up her second consecutive growth award at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping’s annual spring forum is a red-letter day for our bookkeepers up and down the UK, where we come together to network, learn, grow, and catch up, too!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2024.

This included Karen Mann from Rosemary Bookkeeping North Dorset and Salisbury, who won an award for significant business growth in the last year. This adds to Karen’s trophy cabinet, as she also took home a growth and Rookie of the Year award from last year’s Spring Forum.

In 2024, Karen made key strides in her business development, evolving her marketing efforts to grow her customer base across the region. Sharing the word about her expertise and dedicated services helped her to exceed targets for her business.

Bobby Garland, Brand Leader for Rosemary Bookkeeping, said:

“Karen’s success in reaching over £40k reflects her drive and growing presence in her local market—great progress and plenty more to come!”

Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in North Dorset, Salisbury and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Karen on 01202 094387 or 07590 554797 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Rosemary Bookkeeping North Kent and Isle of Sheppey Awarded for Business Growth

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Grant Dye from Rosemary Bookkeeping North Kent and Isle of Sheppey picked up a prestigious growth award at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping’s annual spring forum is a red-letter day for our bookkeepers up and down the UK, where we come together to network, learn, grow, and catch up, too!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2024.

This included Grant Dye from Rosemary Bookkeeping North Kent and the Isle of Sheppey, who won an award for significant business growth in the last year.

In 2024, Grant made key strides in his business development through providing consistently excellent services to his clients through a range of vital services, including help using software like Xero and QuickBooks to work towards targets around Making Tax Digital and meeting crucial deadlines in the bookkeeping calendar. Delivering a valued service to his clients across the region has allowed Grant to exceed targets for his business.

Congratulations!

Bobby Garland, Brand Leader for Rosemary Bookkeeping, said:

“Grant’s commitment and steady performance have seen him hit the £50k milestone, a testament to his professionalism and client dedication.”

Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in North Kent, Isle of Sheppey and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Grant on 07970 696391 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Rosemary Bookkeeping Bournemouth Awarded for Business Growth

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Goska Dabrowski from Rosemary Bookkeeping Bournemouth picked up a prestigious growth award at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping’s annual spring forum is a red-letter day for our bookkeepers up and down the UK, where we come together to network, learn, grow, and catch up, too!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2024.

This included Goska Dabrowski from Rosemary Bookkeeping Bournemouth, who won an award for significant business growth in the last year.

In 2024, Goska made key strides in her business development through restructuring, focusing on investing in her team development, allowing her to evolve her marketing efforts to grow her customer base across the region. Expanding her team and sharing the word about her expertise and dedicated services helped her to exceed targets for her business.

Bobby Garland, Brand Leader for Rosemary Bookkeeping, said:

“Goska’s continued growth has been fuelled by her smart investment in marketing talent, helping her exceed £65k and build strong momentum for the future.

Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in Bournemouth and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Goska on 01202 251647 or 07778 286458 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley Celebrates a Year of Bookkeeping Excellence

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Hanaa Raydan from Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley reflects on her first year in business.

Hanaa Raydan joined Rosemary Bookkeeping a year ago as the owner of Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley to help local businesses get the best possible support with their bookkeeping and fulfilled her dream of owning her own bookkeeping business.

We sat down with her to talk about her experience so far.

How it started

Hanaa is a keen entrepreneur with experience living and working in North London’s thriving business community.

A mother of three girls and the holder of multiple qualifications in business development, accounting and bookkeeping, Hanaa wanted to own and operate her own bookkeeping business for many years after working as a part-time bookkeeper since 2015.

How’s it going

Hanaa’s first year has not been without its challenges. Like any new business owner, opening from scratch is a journey of perseverance and determination. With the nationwide brand and Rosemary Bookkeeping network of franchisees behind her, Hannaa has found great rewards in her work as a Rosemary Bookkeeping franchisee.

“The first year is always the hardest and most challenging,” she admits. “There is a lot of information, training to process and adaptation to understand.”

Thus, Hanaa’s continued endeavours and trust in her expertise as a Xero and QuickBooks-certified bookkeeper and her 10 years of industry experience have seen her business make great progress in supporting the clients she serves in Wembley to manage their business’s finances and take the stress out of their bookkeeping.

Doing this, “It began to evolve out of a sudden, quickly,” she says.

Key Successes

These evolutions have come in the form of focusing keenly on raising awareness of her business and brand in the local area through focused marketing efforts, alongside making space for her family and personal commitments.

“[For the] first year, I prioritised the franchise and tried to dedicate my time and concentration on the business to be seen.”

This has paid dividends to Hanaa’s visibility within her community as she has found that Rosemary has become a growing name in her area.

“I found that my biggest success is that most of my clients were calling me Rosemary, which made me feel I did succeed in making the franchise seen and remembered.”

Hanaa says her other successes and greatest pride have been in helping clients and supporting them in managing deadlines, all while connecting with her community and owning a business that allows her to be flexible in work.

Need a new bookkeeper?

Whether you are:

  • A small/medium business owner
  • A sole trader
  • An accountant
  • A letting agent
  • An online retailer

And you’re in the Wembley area, Hanaa is here to help.

With expertise, know-how and the tools to take the stress of your bookkeeping off your hands, you can rely on your local Rosemary Bookkeeping expert.

Call Hanaa on 0208 5750286 or email wembley@rosemarybooks.co.uk to see how she can help you today.

Meet the owners: TJ Sutherland and Steve Brown – Rosemary Bookkeeping Newbury and Basingstoke

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Meet the father-daughter duo at the heart of Rosemary Bookkeeping Newbury and Basingstoke. 

Father and daughter duo Steve Brown and TJ Sutherland are the longest-serving franchisees in the Rosemary Bookkeeping network.

By purchasing Rosemary Bookkeeping Newbury and Basingstoke in 2010, they were the third-ever franchisee to buy into the franchise and have driven business for the brand for 14 years since.

TJ oversees all of the operation with the support and guidance of Steve who has now taken more of a back seat.

Thus, the business epitomises one of the pillars of franchising: to invest in the future with a legacy passed down to ensure the security and success of one’s family.

Hence, the business is steeped in the family’s values, creating a workplace where staff thrive by maintaining a positive culture that ripples across the entire operation, from staff welfare to customer care, brand relationships, and growth.

Together they live and breathe Rosemary Bookkeeping.

As TJ herself says, it’s been her lifeblood for so long that if “you cut [her] open, there’d be Rosemary in [her] veins.”

Overcoming challenges and driving innovation

The business even maintained well through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic by exploring new business avenues and supporting local businesses trying to stay afloat like takeaways during the ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ scheme.

Highly respected amongst their staff, fellow franchisees and ServiceMaster Ltd Head Office staff, Steve and TJ are trusted to innovate and drive Rosemary Bookkeeping forward through trailblazing ideas and their deep understanding and care for the brand.

TJ is the head of the Rosemary Bookkeeping Development Taskforce – a trusted collective of franchisees chosen by our Head Office to innovate the brand by discussing challenges and solutions and trial initiatives that support our development strategy.

For example, TJ was a long-term advocate for our mascot Teri Cotta!

They have been vital in introducing a fully remote working, manager-owned model and software to benefit our compliance and operation efficiency.

As the bookkeeping sector continues to be shaped by technological advancements, TJ ensures that we stay ahead of the curve by finding advanced high-tech solutions for the Rosemary brand to utilise.

She has been active in helping us to work closely with our (now) partners at Xero and Intuit Quickbooks to allow our bookkeepers across the brand to become qualified in this software and provide bespoke and expert support to their clients.

Supporting their peers, staff and clients

TJ’s extensive knowledge of the Rosemary model means she is trusted to support the training of any new franchise business and mentor them to be the best they can be.

She always voyages to our head office for multiple days of the two-week training academy to support recruits to understand the ins and outs of our unique Rosemary System.

She also uses her experience to give advice that must be lived to be taught, to equip them on their journey.

This helps her in turn, as while looking to recruit more staff to help with their growing capacity, she has outsourced a handful of clients to two franchisees she has trained to help with her team’s workload.

Alongside franchisees she has mentored, TJ manages a large team of professionals.

One of TJ and Steve’s longest-serving employees has been on the team for eight years and was recently named Rosemary’s “Bookkeeper of the Year”.

This employee was ‘home-grown’ and was trained by TJ to develop her skills and achieve qualifications and training on bookkeeping software and processes.

Their highly skilled staff allows for a fully remote model which creates, the opportunity to manage individual clients, with TJ and Steve’s support.

The larger team means the business has expanded alongside many of its clients.

One has even chosen to remain with Rosemary Bookkeeping rather than hire in-house staff to manage their accounts as their business grows, as the expansive team means Rosemary can offer almost 365-day coverage if necessary.

Need an expert bookkeeper?

If you’re in Newbury, Basingstoke and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact TJ on 01256 371173 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

How Rosemary Bookkeeping Bristol can help you

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How Rosemary Bookkeeping Bristol can help you with expert and professional bookkeeping services.

Nilusha Thayanthurage, the owner of Rosemary Bookkeeping Bristol has been delivering smart, friendly bookkeeping services to local businesses across Bristol since 2021.

Here’s how she can help you.

Nilusha’s Expertise

Nilusha is dedicated to offering her customers only the very best services.

She offers clients unparalleled expertise, garnered both in Sri Lanka and in the UK.

Since moving here with her family, Nilusha has racked up multiple high-profile qualifications including AAT Level 3.

Who is Rosemary Bookkeeping?

Rosemary Bookkeeping Bristol is a local name you can trust for all your regular bookkeeping through to trial balance.

Backed by a UK-wide brand, Nilusha and her fellow Rosemary Bookkeepers across the UK offer the resources, hours and capabilities your business requires to make confident and well-informed financial decisions.

Through the expert Rosemary system, Nilusha and the other Rosemary Bookkeepers can help you with your bookkeeping woes and wonders by building bespoke packages and service support to best suit your business and what you require from its finances as an owner.

Whether you’re a novice, constantly being questioned by your accountant, or missing deadlines that now cost you money – we’re on hand to take the hassle completely off your hands.

Staying compliant

Part of the work of any business is staying up-to-date and compliant with regulations like MTD (Making Tax Digital).

At Rosemary Bookkeeping, we work closely with you and your accountant to ensure your business complies with evolving UK legislation.

Reporting

More than just a bookkeeper, we provide regular reports in a visual, easy-to-digest format and explain them to you, so you can be sure you’re getting the most out of your business finances.

Software Support

We’re also silver partners with Xero one of the UK’s leading accounting software programmes.

Whether you’re looking to switch or onboard, we’re here to support you through that process, with access to partner-level resources, solutions and discounts, helping you save each month.

Our friendly approach to bookkeeping is fully cloud-based, meaning that we can guide you on best practices across the full suite of accounting software and adopt smarter ways to bookkeep.

Need an expert bookkeeper?

If you’re in Bristol and the surrounding areas and would benefit from support from a local bookkeeping expert backed by over 20 years of expertise, call Nilusha today on 01454 821545.

Or nationwide, find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business today to see how we can help you.

Rosemary Bookkeeping North Dorset and Salisbury wins two prestigious awards

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Karen Mann from Rosemary Bookkeeping North Dorset and Salisbury picked up two coveted awards at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping held its annual spring forum recently, allowing business owners from across the UK to get together and discuss key successes and ways to overcome shared obstacles – topped off with a spot of afternoon tea!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2023.

This included Karen Mann from Rosemary Bookkeeping North Dorset and Salisbury, who won an award for significant business growth in the last year.

Despite only joining Rosemary Bookkeeping in December 2022, Karen’s development through key initiatives helped her to grow by over £35,000 in a single year!

This exceptional feat also saw her recognised as the Rookie of the Year as she has displayed the highest achievement in the pursuit of excellence and professional management of her Rosemary Bookkeeping business.

Yasmin Chaudhari, Marketing Manager for Rosemary Bookkeeping said:

“It’s great to see the network reach new heights and push the boundaries on what their investment is capable of. A huge congratulations again to all our award winners; I can’t wait to see what the next year brings us and see some new faces on the orange carpet.”

Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in North Dorset and Salisbury and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Karen on 01202 094387 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Rosemary Bookkeeping Reading awarded for business growth

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Waqas Chughtai from Rosemary Bookkeeping Reading picked up the coveted Growth award at this year’s Rosemary Bookkeeping Spring Forum.

Rosemary Bookkeeping held its annual spring forum recently, allowing business owners from across the UK to get together and discuss key successes and ways to overcome shared obstacles – topped off with a spot of afternoon tea!

The day also saw some business owners awarded for their successes in 2023.

This included Waqas Chughtai from Rosemary Bookkeeping Reading, who won an award for significant business growth in the last year.

In 2023, Waqas’ commitment to delivering excellence helped him to grow by over £50,000!

Yasmin Chaudhari, Marketing Manager for Rosemary Bookkeeping said:

“It’s great to see the network reach new heights and push the boundaries on what their investment is capable of. A huge congratulations again to all our award winners; I can’t wait to see what the next year brings us and see some new faces on the orange carpet.”

Need an award-winning bookkeeper?

If you’re in Reading and the surrounding areas and could benefit from professional bookkeeping services from a local expert, contact Waqas on 0118 324 0322 or find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Say hello to the new Rosemary Bookkeeping Business in Croydon

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Meet Dean Kokshun, the bookkeeping expert opening a new Rosemary Bookkeeping business in Croydon.

In need of a bookkeeper in Croydon?

Rosemary Bookkeeping has expanded its expert bookkeeping services into Croydon and the surrounding areas for the first time under the expert supervision of Dean Kokshun.

Dean’s expertise in bookkeeping is unparalleled.

He holds multiple prestigious qualifications and decades of experience supporting him in helping business owners with their bookkeeping needs.

Who is Dean Kokshun?

Dean’s journey in accountancy began in 1985.

This began with him joining the bookkeeping and external audit departments of KPMG Mauritius – then known as Peat Marwick.

He then qualified with the ACCA in the UK in 1993.

Dean was later admitted as a member in 1996 and achieved fellowship (FCCA) status in 2001.

As a qualified accountant, he has held senior positions within small UK accountancy practices, accumulating 30 years of experience.

Throughout his career, Dean has excelled in external auditing of small to medium-sized entities, financial reporting, and management reporting.

This has taken him across diverse industry sectors, including retail, services, manufacturing, hospitality, and investment.

Outside of his professional life, family caring duties and social commitments, Dean loves to relax and recharge by spending time out in nature.

Whether it is” a stroll in the local parks and gardens, exploring the countryside or enjoying the serenity of the coastline,” Dean has “a deep fascination with the beauty of the natural world and appreciates the simplicity and tranquillity that nature offers.”

“I also enjoy various individual and team sports, but if I must pick one which I practice the most, it has to be badminton,” he says.

Expertise

Dean’s extensive background and experience in accountancy have also provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of financial reporting and external auditing.

Moreover, having worked with businesses in various sectors and clients in the UK and EU, he has developed a versatile skill set in navigating different accounting systems and processes.

His expertise in preparing financial statements following the UK GAAP and conducting external audits for small to medium-sized companies has equally equipped him with “a keen eye for detail and a commitment to compliance,” he says.

This experience has provided Dean insight and directly informs his approach to providing professional bookkeeping services for local businesses in Croydon and its surrounding areas.

Bookkeeping in Croydon

Drawing on his deep familiarity with the London Borough of Croydon, where he has lived since 1987, Dean is uniquely positioned to understand the local business landscape.

His decision to enter the bookkeeping industry stems from his passion for numbers and problem-solving.

“With 30 years of experience at the senior level in accountancy practices, I want to leverage my skills to provide essential financial services to businesses in my local area, Dean says.”

“The bookkeeping industry allows me to combine my expertise with the opportunity to support businesses in maintaining accurate financial records, ultimately contributing to their business success,” he adds.

“My commitment to delivering excellence in bookkeeping services aims to provide local businesses in Croydon and its surrounding areas with the support they need with their books and records.”

Furthermore, with the introduction of Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) from 6 April 2026, bookkeepers will play a crucial role in helping businesses navigate the new system as they will be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, ensuring that the data is entered correctly into the MTD-compliant software, and submitting quarterly updates to HMRC.

Dean’s clients in Croydon can expect a comprehensive range of bespoke bookkeeping services tailored to their unique needs.

These services include:

  • Accurate financial record-keeping
  • Meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of bookkeeping
  • Preparing and submitting VAT and CIS returns
  • Timely preparation of periodic and annual management reports
  • Coordinating with accountants and external auditors
  • Providing reports and information to prepare (and audit) year-end financial statements and tax returns
  • Provide support with their books and records and assist and ensure compliance with filing obligations with HM Revenue and Customs.

The beginning of a beautiful friendship

Dean says his adaptable nature and passion for learning have prepared him to embrace his new business.

“I believe that my strong work ethic, effective communication skills, and dedication to finding solutions to complex problems will contribute to the success of the venture, ensuring that clients receive high-quality and tailored bookkeeping services,” he says.

“I’m excited to bring this wealth of expertise to my franchise business, eager to provide top-notch bookkeeping services to the local businesses in Croydon and its surrounding areas, helping business owners with their books, saving them time and money and allowing them to focus on the things they do best – like running their businesses.”

Dean’s aspirations for his business align with the opportunities presented by Croydon’s strategic development plan.

As the area undergoes urban regeneration and economic growth, Dean promises to be a key player in supporting businesses to thrive amidst these positive changes.

In line with the Croydon Council’s four-year business plan, he envisions expanding his portfolio of clients and contributing to the economic opportunities flourishing in the area.

“My commitment is to stay attuned to the evolving needs of the local business community, providing exceptional bookkeeping services and contributing to the economic vibrancy of Croydon and its surrounding areas.”

Yasmin Chaudhari, Commercial Marketing Manager for ServiceMaster Brands UK, says,

“We’re so excited to have Dean join the Rosemary Bookkeeping network as we expand our services to the local businesses of Croydon and surrounding areas.”

“Dean joins us with a wealth of experience in finance, and we wish Dean all the best with his new venture with Rosemary Bookkeeping.”

“For businesses based within Croydon looking for smarter ways to manage their books, maximise their investments and get the support they need to scale up their businesses, it’s your lucky day!”

Need a bookkeeper?

If you’re in Croydon and the surrounding area and need support on your bookkeeping, contact Dean on 0208 191 2958.

Or, nationwide, find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you today.

Meet the new owners of Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley

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Introducing Hanaa Raydan and Ahmad Aboul-Hosn, the new owners of Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley. 

Rosemary Bookkeeping is bringing its expert bookkeeping services to Wembley and the surrounding areas for the first time under the expert supervision of Hanaa Raydan and Ahmad Aboul-Hosn.

We sat down with Hanna and Ahmad to discuss their new adventure and how they’ll be delivering value to business owners in Wembley.

Who are Hanaa and Ahmad?

The business partners are keen entrepreneurs with experience living and working in North London’s thriving business community.

A mother of three girls and the holder of multiple qualifications in business development, accounting and bookkeeping, Hanaa has wanted to own and operate her own bookkeeping business for many years.

After working as a part-time bookkeeper since 2015, she has finally achieved her dream of supporting her local community with the support of a trusted and expert brand behind her, alongside her business partner.

Ahmad Aboul-Hosn is a local entrepreneur who has lived and worked in the Golders Green area for over fifteen years.

He is a father of two boys and loves spending time with them, his dog, and cycling when he is not growing and nurturing his businesses.

It is in the shipping business that Ahmad owns that his and Hanaa’s work overlapped, as she worked within this business while working as a treasurer for a local charity.

Ahmad is passionate about the businesses in the Wembley area and, having studied bookkeeping is excited to help support Hanaa as part of Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley.

What Rosemary Bookkeeping offers

Rosemary Bookkeeping Wembley welcomes any business owners on the lookout for ways to work smarter, maximise their profits and future-proof their businesses for steady and ongoing growth.

Backed by a national brand experienced in servicing businesses for over 20 years, Rosemary Bookkeeping’s affordable, tried, tested, and accountant-approved bookkeeping system means we’re a name you can trust.

We use the latest systems in bookkeeping and keep up with changes in industry and operations.

Hanaa says she is excited to grow alongside her clients and business partner and support the community where she has lived and worked for a long time.

With Rosemary, she says, “I can make connections with the community while providing services in a professional way.”

Yasmin Chaudhari, Senior Marketing Executive and Marketing Manager for Rosemary Bookkeeping, adds:

“I’d like to personally welcome Hanaa and Ahmad to our ever-growing Rosemary Bookkeeping network.

This is a really exciting time for the brand and Hanaa and Ahmad in particular as we look to extend our services to businesses within the locality of Wembley.

Their experience and business mindset make her a great addition to the network of franchise partners, and we look forward to supporting her as she grows her business in the years to come.

If you’re a Wembley-based business, look out for something BIG!”

Need an expert bookkeeper?

If you’re in Wembley and the surrounding areas and would benefit from the support of a professional, accredited bookkeeper who can help grow your business or help it streamline its accountancy processes, call Hanaa on 0208 5750286 today.

Or nationwide, find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you.

Introducing the new owner of Rosemary Bookkeeping in Exeter

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Meet Zoe Barnard-Rowland, the brand-new owner of Rosemary Bookkeeping in Exeter.

Rosemary Bookkeeping Exeter is now under the new and expert supervision of Zoe Barnard-Rowland, an FCCA-qualified accountant with over 25 years of experience working for over 30 companies, optimising their bookkeeping processes.

We sat down with Zoe to discuss her new adventure and what her clients can expect from Rosemary Bookkeeping Exeter.

Background

During her 25 years in accounts, Zoe has worked her way up by working long-term and in temp positions for different companies, gaining experience and qualifications as she went.

Having worked in multiple sectors, from insurance to energy supply, media and home care, in roles from accounts assistant to financial controller, Zoe says she has “seen pretty much every financial system that’s going.”

While working across sectors, she became adept at identifying these packages, picking them up quickly, identifying similarities to other packages and taking that information forward to streamline processes for the companies she’s worked for.

“I can do bookkeeping with my eyes closed,” she says.

Her expertise in accounts has also followed Zoe outside of work as she was the treasurer of her local bowls club, which she also enjoys playing, having bowled for several counties.

What to expect from Rosemary Bookkeeping Exeter

Taking over from the previous owner, Zoe takes on an existing client base alongside supporting new small business owners who want support with their bookkeeping to grow their business or streamline their processes.

Having achieved a Xero certification in a matter of weeks as part of her onboarding into the business, Zoe is a fast learner who can quickly integrate with the preferred way of working for her clients.

She offers hands-on support backed by 25 years of experience to help local businesses grow or enhance their methods and is looking forward to growing alongside them while getting the best for them and their development.

As her husband will also be supporting her within the business with data entry, she jokes:

“At the moment, Lee is excited about bookkeeping. I’m excited about checking his work and adding value to clients.”

Need an expert bookkeeper?

If you’re in Exeter and the surrounding areas and would benefit from the support of a professional, accredited bookkeeper who can help grow your business or help it streamline its accountancy processes, call Zoe on 01404 819151 today.

Or nationwide, find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business to see how we can help you.

Rosemary Roots: Waqas Chughtai – Rosemary Bookkeeping Reading

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Meet the owner: Waqas Chughtai from Rosemary Bookkeeping Reading shares his story.

There are as many reasons to start a Rosemary Bookkeeping franchise as there are people.

Our business owners work for themselves but not by themselves to deliver personalised and expert bookkeeping services to commercial clients and small business owners nationwide.

Professional Background

As a qualified Chartered Management Accountant (CIMA) and Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) with enormous experience in practice and across different industries, Waqas is an expert in personal tax corporation, Tax and VAT.

Already the founder of his practice, WAC and Co Accountants and E-Accountants Limited, Waqas’ decision to take over Rosemary Bookkeeping Reading in 2022 was “driven by a passion for accuracy and a commitment to client satisfaction.”

 “We offer a comprehensive suite of bookkeeping and value-added services, from meticulous accounting to strategic financial planning. Upholding the highest standards of integrity and ethics, I ensure our practices inspire confidence in our clients,” he says.

Why Rosemary Bookkeeping?

As a result, Waqas says that he chose to own a Rosemary Bookkeeping franchise due to the brand’s commitment to excellence. A value that he shares.

“Rosemary’s dedication to top-tier bookkeeping services aligns seamlessly with our focus on precision and personalised client care.

This partnership provides a robust framework for innovations, ensuring we deliver cutting-edge solutions. The collaborative community within the Rosemary network enhances our growth and knowledge-sharing opportunities, reinforcing our position as a trusted leader in the accounting industry,” he says.

The benefits of a Rosemary Bookkeeping business

Through the tried and tested Rosemary Bookkeeping model, Waqas could achieve his aspiration of contributing to society by creating employment and helping smaller businesses grow.

“Beyond financial expertise, we are dedicated to community dedicated to community engagement. As the owner, I have the flexibility to support initiatives that contribute to the greater good,” he says.

With a focus on expertise, innovation, and a client-centric approach, owning Rosemary Bookkeeping Reading also allows Waqas to deliver cutting-edge solutions and build lasting relationships.

The story so far…

Waqas’ journey with the Rosemary Bookkeeping has been marked by significant milestones and achievements.

He has experienced steady growth, expanding their client base and service offerings and achieving a notable increase in client satisfaction scores by pushing the boundaries of what can be achieved by offering end-to-end solutions for all their client’s needs.

“We’re proud to have exceeded the performance benchmarks set by the franchise,” says Waqas.

“Our team has completed advanced training programs, enhancing our aspiration to continue this trajectory and further solidifying our position as a trusted financial partner.

We are committed to surpassing our goals, delivering exceptional service, and contributing to the continued success of the Rosemary Bookkeeping franchise.”

Words of Advice

Waqas has some expert words of advice looking for business owners or aspirational individuals looking to start a bookkeeping franchise:

“Embark on success with Rosemary, merging strategic vision and unparalleled support. Align your goals with Rosemary’s proven excellence in bookkeeping, benefiting from robust support for business growth. Ensure seamless synergy between your skills and Rosemary’s renowned services, creating a powerful combination for client satisfaction. Tap into the network of successful Rosemary franchise owners, gaining valuable insight by taking full advantage of the brand that has created an exceptional reputation,” he says.

“Experience the empowering commitment to excellence and continuous learning, achieving measurable success. Build a reputation for outstanding customer satisfaction with Rosemary’s client-centric approach. Leverage adaptability for resilience in dynamic markets, operation confidently with a commitment to legal standards.

Choose Rosemary for elevated business standards and a path to sustained success.”

Need a bookkeeper? 

To contact Waqas and receive his expert help with your bookkeeping, call 0118 324 0322.

Or nationwide, find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business today to book a free quote from one of our experts.

Meet the Franchisee: Sarah Connop

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Sarah Connop, owner of Rosemary Bookkeeping Shrewsbury and Telford, shares her experience as a Rosemary Bookkeeping Franchisee.

Rosemary Bookkeeping is one of the UK’s only bookkeeping franchises.

Our business owners work for themselves but not by themselves to deliver personalised and expert bookkeeping services to commercial clients and small business owners nationwide.

About Sarah Connop

Sarah Connop opened her Rosemary Bookkeeping franchise, Rosemary Bookkeeping Shrewsbury and Telford, in September 2021, having been an accountant for over 15 years in various sectors, including retail, insurance, and financial services.

Due to her passion for numbers and helping people, Sarah said she loved these roles as they allowed her to help people make sense of their numbers.

Why did Sarah join Rosemary Bookkeeping?

As the mother to a young family and a Labrador who loves long hilly walks across Shropshire, Sarah wanted a business that would utilise her experience and let her be in charge of her time and future.

This meant that when she found out about Rosemary Bookkeeping through a close friend who was part of our network, it was a natural fit for her, as she “wanted to do something I was proud of and to support [her] local thriving small business community, with the flexibility of being there for [her] children.”

Furthermore, she was attracted to the Rosemary model because “Rosemary was highly recommended by its franchise owners.”

“I was attracted to the level of support offered by the head office and fellow franchise owners,” she says.

How’s it going?

Even opening her business in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Sarah hasn’t been held back.

Sarah has used the tried and tested Rosemary model, which grants business owners the unique opportunity to achieve an attractive turnover based on recurring income from loyal clients.

Sarah has achieved more than 200% growth from year one to year two and is on track to achieve a minimum of 33% growth from year two to year three!

Thrilled with her progress and aiming to grow the business by 40% each year, Sarah says she is overjoyed with what she has achieved in her business.

“I have been able to successfully start the business, run the business, and be there for family more, which is everything I had hoped for,” she says.

Words of advice

As a thriving Rosemary Bookkeeping franchisee, Sarah has some advice for anyone looking to start a new business:

“It can be daunting and hard work owning your own business,” she says, “but the rewards of being own your boss and being in control of your future are worth it!”

“Do your research into the local community to ensure there are plenty of opportunities for bookkeepers. For example, I knew Shrewsbury had a thriving small business community.”

Need a bookkeeper? 

To contact Sarah and receive her expert help with your bookkeeping, call 01743 650687.

For those elsewhere in the UK, find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business today to book a free quote from one of our experts.

What is life like as a Rosemary Bookkeeping franchisee?

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Nirmal Thakkar, owner of Rosemary Bookkeeping Garden City, shares her experience as a Rosemary Bookkeeping Franchisee.

Rosemary Bookkeeping is one of the UK’s only bookkeeping franchises.

Our business owners work for themselves but not by themselves to deliver personalised and expert bookkeeping services to commercial clients and small business owners nationwide.

Nirmal Thakkar opened her Rosemary Bookkeeping franchise, Rosemary Bookkeeping Garden City, in July 2022 after the brand was recommended by a friend who is a CIMA-qualified accountant.

Upon having a brand intro call with ServiceMaster Brands UK Franchise Sales, Nirmal was sure she and Rosemary were a perfect match.

“When I met people at Rosemary, I felt that I could be a part of the family, and I will never feel left out.”

“I feel proud to be a part of the Rosemary Franchise,” she says.

Who is Nirmal Thakkar?

With a Master’s in Business Administration and having worked in the financial industry for about 15 years, and as part of a family of accountants, Nirmal supports her clients with years of knowledge and experience.

“My husband is a Financial Director of his property-based company in the UK. He is an accountant. All the men in my family are accountants.”

“Bookkeeping runs in my blood,” she says.

As a mum in a family of four, Nirmal balances her responsibilities as a Rosemary Bookkeeping franchise owner, mother, and committee member of her local Indian Cultural Association, which includes planning events and cultural activities throughout the year like Holi, Diwali and Navratri.

Why Rosemary Bookkeeping?

As a busy, family-oriented businesswoman who is entrenched in her local community, Nirmal chose Rosemary Bookkeeping to “work for [herself] and have control of [her] work-life balance.”

Franchisees like Nirmal also benefit from being part of a trusted brand, a nationwide network of bookkeepers, and a centralised and dedicated franchisor support team that helps with queries, best practices, sales, marketing, and operations.

The tried and tested Rosemary Bookkeeping model ensures they are on track to succeed in all they do – with the unique opportunity to achieve a turnover of £135,000 in just five years, based on an average commercial job value of £2,100 pa.

The Rosemary Bookkeeping Experience

Nirmal says the fundamentals of running a successful Rosemary Bookkeeping franchise have been to take small steps and work to her strengths.

“My people skills have [seen] me achieve success,” she says. Having also received esteem for her interpersonal skills, Nirmal knows that she can use this to her advantage when faced with the things she finds harder – like aspects of marketing.

“Face-to-face marketing helps a lot, as it shows your confidence and commitment in what you do, and the business owners can feel the same,” she says.

Words of advice

She says this commitment is what will enable your success as a franchisee.

“No matter who you are and what you have done, your commitment will make you successful.”

“If you are ready to work for yourselves and are passionate about your business, you will always succeed.”

Need a bookkeeper? 

To contact Nirmal and receive her expert help with your bookkeeping, call 01462 41944.

For those elsewhere in the UK, find your nearest Rosemary Bookkeeping business today to book a free quote from one of our experts.

All aboard for the Rosemary Franchise Forum

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Over 50’s are the new business start up generation

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Steve Brown, winner of the BFA’s Olderpreneus Award, was featured in an article in the FT Money section on Saturday 17th February.

Read the article here:

https://www.ft.com/content/183a52a6-d9b6-11e6-944b-e7eb37a6aa8e

Qualified Accountant is won over by being part of a team

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Neeta Patel attended a BFA sponsored  franchise exhibition and was curious when the name Rosemary Bookkeeping kept being mentioned. Being a qualified Management Accountant she was initially researching Accountancy franchises but her curiosity won and she looked the Rosemary Franchise website and booked in for a Discovery Event.

Having worked in industry for all of her working life, Neeta was seeking to find the ideal work/life balance following the birth of her son. She wanted to work – working with numbers was something that always interested her – but she also wanted to spend quality time with her son. A traditional 9-5 role didn’t fit this bill so when she was made redundant in November 2015 this was the ideal opportunity to search for the right position for her, hence her visiting a franchise exhibition.

“In 12 months’ time I want to have established myself as a reputable bookkeeper in my area of Northampton and to have built up a sizeable business whereby I can begin to employ staff and turn my role into a more management position”.

The Rosemary BookkeepingTM franchise responds to the increasing need in the UK for an affordable, professional bookkeeping service that supports both the client and the accountant. Neeta will be working in harmony with her clients’ accountants, providing them with exactly what they need in the format they want saving his clients’ time and money.

The franchise is based on a business concept that has been established and refined since 2002, providing a unique bookkeeping system within a fully supported franchise package. Neeta will be able to obtain great flexibility and the potential for a superb work-life balance, that will allow her to juggle her new business whilst looking after the family home with her husband and child.

The Founding Partners have over 60 years of business and bookkeeping experience between them in the essential business disciplines of accounting, operations, sales and marketing.  As an Associate Member of the bfa, Rosemary Bookkeeping has a proven ability to sustain a franchise network successfully.

Rosemary Bookkeeping has recently opened up more territory opportunities in the Midlands, North of England and South East. For more information please call 0345 8620072 or visit our website www.rosemaryfranchise.co.uk.

Winner at the bfa franchisee awards for Rosemary Bookkeeping

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A  former IT specialist, who now runs a bookkeeping business in Newbury, was named  Olderpreneur Franchisee Of The Year, at the British  Franchise Association’s 2016 BFA HSBC Franchisee of the Year Awards ceremony, held at Town Hall Birmingham last night (September 29th).

Steve Brown said: “I am proud, delighted and a little shocked – it’s great to be recognised for your success – as well as having a sustainable business which I can pass on to my family in years to come.”

Pip Wilkins, bfa chief executive, said: “Steve’s shown the ability and resilience to overcome many challenges. From leaving a corporate environment and starting his own business, to managing that business while caring for his wife, his calm head and steadfast approach has translated into a fast-growing business – and now a national award as well.”

Andrew Brattesani, UK head of franchising for HSBC, commented: “While running his business and helping his daughter with hers, Steve’s still found time to put new ideas into the wider network for the benefit of his fellow Rosemary Bookkeeping franchisees. He’s a brilliant example of how in franchising, experience is highly valued and no age limit applies.”

Steve took over the Rosemary Bookkeeping franchise six years ago, and since then he has seen turnover increase by 37% per annum; client numbers have almost doubled since 2012 and one client is a company with a turnover of £5m.

“We are so proud of the success Steve and his daughter TJ have achieved and we will continue to support and guide them in growing their business even further” says Lisa Curteis, Recruitment Director Rosemary Bookkeeping Ltd.

Rosemary Bookkeeping has released more territories in the UK so please contact us on 0345 862 0072 to find out more information.

Staying ahead in a digital bookkeeping world

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How do Rosemary  Bookkeeping support franchisees during times of technological change?

Just like any business in any sector, Rosemary Bookkeeping  have to keep innovating and changing the way they work in order to keep up with  changes in technology. While HMRC aim for a fully digital system by 2020 so it is essential that bookkeepers remain up-to-date with advancing technologies to avoid going out of business. With such a massive shift in the way that bookkeeping is conducted, how do Rosemary  Bookkeeping support their franchisees in this changing world?

Rosemary Bookkeeping support to deliver their bookkeeping services as well as marketing their business in a digital world. By keeping up to date with the latest technology and software, franchisees ensure that they stay ahead in a highly competitive market. They are trained in new ways of working to win and retain business – working smarter and faster whilst maintaining a high level of customer service.

The Rosemary Bookkeeping franchise has over 20 nationwide franchised offices with a potential market size of approximately 6 million individual businesses. The franchise is based on a business concept that has been established and refined since 2002 providing a unique bookkeeping system within a fully-supported franchise package. Franchisees obtain huge flexibility with superb work-life balance – they work the hours they want, around their own commitments.

With so many businesses now operating online and using third party software to integrate into their businesses to complete sales activity it is vital that bookkeepers understand how this impacts their clients’ business so that they don’t get left in the dark ages whilst everyone else flies into the digital world and this is where Rosemary Head Office can offer support to their franchisees.

“One of our key customers is an online retailer. The biggest difference between an online client and a regular client is the lack of paperwork. We exchange all of the documents we need online and then upload them into our own online software in order to generate an invoice for each transaction. It’s a very simplistic system. There can be VAT issues depending on where their customer is and foreign currency can be a bit more complex. Rosemary Head Office support us in the technical aspects of the work and if we ever have any queries they’re our first port of call. We structured our online system along the lines of the Rosemary system which gives us guidelines for our own business,” explain Tony and Rosie, Rosemary Bookkeeping franchisees in Cheshunt.

“At Rosemary Bookkeeping, we provide our franchisees with a knowledge bank called ‘Herbal Essences’. This helps our franchisees to differentiate between different types of client and a guide on how to provide the best service for each one. As the bookkeeping world evolves, at Rosemary Bookkeeping, we keep on top of changes and make sure that everything we do is in line with the changes. Technology changes what we do for clients and how we do it,” explains Lisa Curteis, Franchise Director at Rosemary Bookkeeping.

Rosemary Bookkeeping ensure that they stay ahead of the competition and keep their franchisees successful and thriving in the bookkeeping sector.

If you would like to find out if the Rosemary franchise would suit you please take a look at our website www.rosemaryfranchise.co.uk and contact our Franchise Team on 0345 862 0072 for an introductory chat.

The best time of year to start a new business is…

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When you speak to the  experts on this topic the replies are varied. Some say in January, some say after the school summer holidays. The truth is, it really depends on the industry, the potential clients and with the biggest differentiator being the new business owner themselves.

It’s been a successful Q1 for Rosemary Bookkeeping Franchisees with more satisfied new clients than ever! The number of small businesses operating in the UK has been steadily increasing. In the last 24 months alone there’s been 146,000 new businesses formed, taking the total number of SMEs to around 6 million. That’s a huge market! It’s no wonder Rosemary Bookkeeping are seeing even more small business clients coming to them to keep their books tidy and up-to-date.

The how, what and when to business!

With business ownership being such a fashionable and attractive route to earning a living, many people turn their thoughts towards how they will make good money and in what sector to start in. The beauty with franchising is the greatly reduced risk in using someone else’s tried, tested and proven business model. Let them make the mistakes, so you can avoid them and fast track your own success – it’s a no brainer really. That’s why franchising has an over 97% success rate (according to the bfa/NatWest annual survey). Plus, there’s already a market need established – vital if you want to get ahead.

So, we go back to timing – the when. If you are considering a service based business, then the first rule of thumb is to make sure you have a good, solid target market. We’ve already explained that business ownership is on the increase (check out recent stats on the FSB website too). Rosemary Bookkeeping is so successful because their franchisees help small firms to intelligently process and keep financial records. Yawn yawn ,boring boring some might say, but hang on a minute! Having clear and meaningful accounts isn’t just something the banks like to see when considering lending. If you’re serious about growing, you’ll need to look weekly and monthly at meaningful management accounts: profit levels and payment schedules alone help clients understand what is happening in their business so they can make decisions about how to grow, what support they need or when to get finance.

What a client says:

“I’ve always been interested in how businesses make decisions to grow and what information they use. Our Rosemary Bookkeeping franchisee provides super tailored reports before our board meetings so we can really see what is happening,” Sarah Carlile, Director at Coconut Creatives Ltd.

The Rosemary Bookkeeping franchise has over 20 nationwide franchised offices with a potential market size of approx. 6 million individual businesses. The franchise is based on a solid business concept established in 2002 with a unique charge-by-transaction bookkeeping service. It’s clear to clients exactly what they’re paying for which offers complete transparency for new sole traders or Ltd companies. Franchisees obtain huge flexibility with superb work-life balance – they work the hours they want, around their own commitments.

If you would like to find out if the Rosemary franchise would suit you please take a look at our website www.rosemaryfranchise.co.uk and contact our Franchise Team on 0845 862 0072 for an introductory chat.

A Lifestyle checklist for 2016

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We’re looking for more Franchise Partners  to join our growing network. Why not take the Rosemary Bookkeeping Franchise Partner quiz to see if you’ve got what it takes.

  • Do you want to choose the hours you work?
  • Are you ambitious?
  • Do you want to be your own boss?
  • Do you have drive and determination?
  • Can you delegate and manage people?
  • Can you follow a proven system?
  • Are you looking for a business with growth potential?

If you answered yes to 5 or more of the above, then Rosemary Bookkeeping could be the franchise opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Rosemary Bookkeeping delivers intelligent bookkeeping services to SMEs, accountants and franchisors ensuring consistency of delivery and high-quality work. We enable clients to make decisions on their businesses and give peace of mind that HMRC will be happy. With a market of over four million businesses in the UK, we know that our services are in demand and valued by business owners who are looking to spend time building their businesses. Our franchise is based on a unique business concept that has been established and refined since 2002 providing a bookkeeping system within a fully supported franchise package.

Shape your future

Not only will we support you in setting up and running your business, we offer three entry levels to reflect the added training and support we provide at the higher entry levels. We know that everyone has different goals and skillsets which is why our entry levels vary depending on your goals, aspirations and experience.

  • Associate Franchise Partner – £8,970
  • Franchise Partner – £16,970
  • Managing Franchise Partner – £21,970

In the progression from Franchise Partner to Managing Franchise Partner you will receive even more training and expert advice on growing your team to help you develop your business even further.

By offering these entry levels, we give you a process of managed progression to allow qualified professionals a lower entry level with vast opportunities to grow at your own pace and when the time is right within our extensive support structure.

Please contact us today if you’re ready to become a Rosemary Bookkeeping franchisee.