Capacity Resources – Insights & Trends

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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...

Accelerated growth – unlocking the superpowers of your people

Earlier in this whitepaper The call to adventure – Understanding the capacity challenges ahead, we established what’s at stake and why it’s time to transform your accounting firm’s approach to talent. We also covered how 40 strong London firm flinder is using Silverfin technology to turn number crunchers into storytellers. Turning our attention now to creating capacity in accounting with the adoption of software and AI, we believe we are entering a new era of learning and development, particularly for junior staff or when different teams come together and need to align their know-how, processes and working methods. We’ll also talk [...]

From crunch to clarity: 4 steps to revolutionise your accounting practice

In our recent whitepaper, “Tackling the Capacity Crunch in Accountancy: A Three-Stage Journey” we interviewed three accountants including Hollie Moore, Early Careers Manager at BKL, a top 50 firm of chartered accountants and tax advisers based in London, to delve into how the firm attracts, engages, retains and nurtures talent – with a strong focus on leveraging technology for support. During an insightful follow-up webinar, Hollie discussed 4 major challenges and showcased how technology has been implemented at BKL to address the capacity crunch in accounting. In the ACCA’s recent report on UK Talent Trends [...]

The transformation: Super speed and flexibility

In the first part of this whitepaper The call to adventure – Understanding the capacity challenges ahead, we established what’s at stake and why it’s time to transform your accounting firm’s approach to talent and people into a future-proof powerhouse. How? By using the people benefits of technology as the kryptonite to the capacity crunch. Let’s delve into how cloud-based software, artificial intelligence (AI), and standardised templates and workflows can endow your teams with three superpowers to help both them and your firm in navigating today’s and tomorrow’s challenges. Super speed and flexibility By introducing cloud-based accounting software within your firm, [...]

The call to adventure – Understanding the capacity challenges ahead

Knowing what you’re up against is crucial for success in any endeavour, whether you’re facing a complex challenge, embarking on a new venture or striving to achieve a new goal. The capacity crunch in accountancy is no exception… So, without further ado, here are four talent-related challenges every accounting firm is or will be facing – with facts and figures plus a checklist on where software, AI and other technologies can help alleviate some of the burden. Understanding four specific challenges: 1. Finding and securing the right people 2. Keeping people engaged 3. Training people in a competitive world 4. Maximising [...]