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How accounting firms modernise operations without disruption

Accounting firm leaders understand the need to modernise operational workflows, but many hesitate to act because they worry about the impact on day-to-day delivery. The potential for implementation to interrupt busy periods.

From file review to client conversation, without leaving Silverfin

Every file review surfaces insights that clients need to hear. Unusual cost movements. Approaching tax thresholds. Year-on-year trends that signal risk or opportunity. Your team spots these things as a natural part.

Silverfin launches Talking Points to turn routine compliance work into scalable client advisory

Early access data shows 40,000 client advisory discussions from 400 clients originated in routine compliance work. Ghent & London – 25 March 2026: Silverfin, the cloud-first accountancy SaaS platform, has launched Talking Points.

Working papers automation limits: what should and shouldn’t be automated

Automation has become a major topic of discussion in accounting firms. As software becomes more capable, many teams are exploring how automation can improve efficiency in core workflows. At the same time,

Aleisha Hales appointed Head of UK & Ireland at Silverfin

We’re pleased to announce that Aleisha Hales has been appointed Head of UK&I at Silverfin, taking on responsibility for the growth and performance of our business across the UK and Ireland. Aleisha

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AI-powered accounting software: enhancing efficiency

AI has shifted from a novel concept to a powerful workplace tool with many practical applications. Around one in six organisations across the UK have...

From file review to client conversation, without leaving Silverfin

Every file review surfaces insights that clients need to hear. Unusual cost movements. Approaching tax thresholds. Year-on-year trends that signal risk or opportunity. Your team spots these things as a natural part of compliance work. The problem isn’t the insight. It’s what happens to it next. At some firms, these findings disappear into post-it notes, email threads and memory. At others, they do get captured, but in a separate tool that’s disconnected from the data. Either way, by the time the client meeting comes around, the link between what your team found and what the client hears is broken. And when [...]

EP 8 – How AI is shaping the future of Silverfin: insights from Martin Nielson and Nick Meerlaean, Silverfin

AI is playing a pivotal role in the evolution of Silverfin’s products, as outlined by both Nick Meerlaen, Product Manager, and Martin Lysholt, VP of Product. The company’s approach to AI is deeply embedded in solving real user problems rather than merely implementing AI for the sake of it. A problem-first approach to AI Nick Meerlaen explains that Silverfin’s AI strategy revolves around identifying concrete user problems and leveraging AI as a tool to solve them. He states: “One of the reasons that we’ve been quite good at releasing AI features is because we don’t treat them as very different to [...]

EP 7 – How AI is transforming bookkeeping: insights from Nicolai Thomson, Jenesys AI

Artificial intelligence is redefining the future of accounting, and Nicolai Thomson, CEO and co-founder of Jenesys AI, is at the forefront of this transformation. In a recent episode of Silver Linings, he discussed how AI-driven solutions like Jenesys’ Jack is reshaping bookkeeping, automating compliance and freeing accountants to focus on higher-value advisory work. Read the blog covering Nicolai’s key learnings here Moving beyond automation: AI as an augmenting force Jack, the AI-powered bookkeeping assistant developed by Jenesys AI, is designed to do more than just automate repetitive tasks. It aims to understand the context of financial transactions in real time, ensuring [...]

Silverfin appoints Stephanie Dechamps as VP of Marketing to support next phase of growth

As Silverfin continues to grow and evolve, we’re excited to announce two key leadership appointments that will help drive our vision forward.

We took the Camel to the future @PKF

From May 14th to 16th, Silverfin had the pleasure of attending the PKF EMEI Conference, held at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Marrakech. As strategic partners of PKF Global, we were invited to join this inspiring gathering of professionals from across the EMEI (Europe, Middle East, India) region. For me, it was not only a professional milestone—my very first global conference—but also an eye-opening look into how a global network like PKF builds meaningful connections across borders. A unique blend of insights and experiences The conference offered a rich program that combined strategic sessions with cultural experiences, perfectly reflecting the vibrant [...]

5 Product Trends from Accountex 2025 That Actually Matter (And What They Say About the Future of Accounting)

Intro Something changed at Accountex this year. Yes, the software demos were slicker. The AI buzz louder. The tote bags more… plentiful. But, the real shift? It wasn’t just about new tech—it was about better questions. How do we stop drowning in admin? How do we get closer to clients, not just their numbers? How do we build firms that are future-proof, not just functional? Here are 5 product trends that stood out—not just because they’re shiny and new, but because they speak to what accountants actually need. 1. Automation That Doesn’t Kill the Job—It Redefines It Forget the robots-are-taking-over narrative. [...]

Maximising your Accountex London 2025 experience: A serial visitor’s guide for accountants

Accountex London 2025 — happening 14–15 May at ExCeL London — is the UK event for accountants and finance pros who want to stay sharp, connected, and maybe sneak a free pen or two. With 11,000+ attendees, 300+ exhibitors, and 250+ CPD sessions on offer, it’s the must-attend event if you’re serious about future-proofing your practice… but it’s also a lot. A lot of people. A lot of content. A lot a lot. So, as someone who’s not missed an Accountex in the last decade (yes, I’ve got the swag bags to prove it), I’ve picked up a few tips on [...]

Making AI Humanly Possible: A People-First Conversation on AI at DAS 2025

At this year’s Digital Accountancy Show, Silverfin had the privilege of hosting a panel that tackled one of the most important—and often overlooked—aspects of AI adoption in the profession: its impact on your people. Titled “Making AI Humanly Possible,” the session explored how AI is reshaping the accounting industry—not just through automation, but in how firms train, structure and support their teams. Led by Phil Hobden, Silverfin’s UK Sales Lead, the panel featured Angus Macgregor (Chief People Officer, Shaw Gibbs), Hollie Moore (Head of Early Careers, BKL), and Richard Spofforth (Head of Accounts & Outsourcing, Kreston Reeves). Together, they unpacked how [...]

EP 6 – AI implementation at FreeAgent: Insights from Stu McEwan, FreeAgent

In the latest episode of the Silver Linings podcast, Stuart McEwan, Staff Product Manager at FreeAgent, shared valuable insights about implementing AI in accounting software. With nearly a decade at the company, McEwan leads initiatives related to practice and integrations, providing a unique perspective on responsible AI implementation. The vision behind transaction categorisation FreeAgent identified bank transaction categorisation as a critical area for automation. As McEwan explains: “One of the core jobs to be done with FreeAgent is to file accurate taxes on time.” The foundational step is correctly assigning transactions to appropriate categories. In 2019, FreeAgent set an ambitious vision: [...]