Accounting for Visual Arts and Design
If your canvas is digital or tangible, we’ve got your back. From imaginative animators to forward-thinking designers. Imagine this: You, the brilliant artist, focusing solely on turning your wild ideas into reality, while we work behind the scenes to take your accounting woes away. Think of it as outsourcing the not-so-fun stuff to the accounting Avengers (that’s us!). So, go ahead, keep those creative juices flowing, and let us handle the boring bits.
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Accountants for Animators and Animation Studios
As an animator or part of an Animation Studio, your role involves the creative artistry of bringing characters and stories to life through animated visuals.
You are responsible for designing and animating characters, scenes, and special effects for various media platforms. This work is not only intricate but also time-intensive, with tight production schedules and creative demands. Given these demands, you might find that managing complex accounting tasks can be tedious and time-consuming.
Common challenges for
Animators
Irregular income due to project-based work.
Navigating complex tax regulations and deductions such as animation tax relief (ATR)
Handling financial aspects while focusing on creative work.
Not utilising tax reliefs and allowances specific to animation production such as R&D.
Neglecting expenses and not keeping track of budgets.
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How AO Accountants work
Animators
Provide management accounting to better manage irregular income streams.
Simplify complex tax regulations from HMRC and provide clarity on deductions.
Manage your whole finance function, allowing you to concentrate on creative work.
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Ready to find out more about how we can help your animation business?
Whether you need help with bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial planning, or anything else, we’re here to help.
Accountants for Artists and Art Galleries
As an artist or part of an art gallery, your role is vital in the world of visual arts. You create diverse forms of art, expressing your creativity and perspective through paintings, sculptures, or other mediums. Art galleries curate and showcase these artworks to the public, connecting artists with art enthusiasts. With your involvement in the creative process, exhibitions, and client interactions.
Common challenges for
Artists and Art Galleries
Irregular income fluctuations due to sporadic sales.
Navigating complex tax regulations in the art world, and around the world.
Budgeting and expense management for exhibitions and gallery operations.
Handling compliance and accounting tasks, which can be time-consuming.
Not utilising tax benefits and deductions for artists and galleries.
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How AO Accountants work
Artists and Art Galleries
Highlight finances and advise on how to account for irregular income fluctuations.
Provide specialised knowledge in navigating HMRCs complex tax regulations and tax benefits.
Handle compliance and accounting tasks like VAT, payroll and bookkeeping etc. freeing up artists to focus on their art.
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Ready to find out more about how we can help you as an artist or art gallery?
Whether you need help with bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial planning, or anything else, we’re here to help.
Accountants for Designers
As a creative designer, you know that your time is best spent developing new ideas and producing art for your clients. That’s why we offer tax and management advice specifically for designers, so you can focus on what you do best.
Common challenges for
Designers
Estimating your income and expenses due to lack of budgeting or planning.
Not managing cash flow, leading to poorly informed financial decisions.
Not keeping up with key accounting deadlines or allocating the right sums in advance for tax bills.
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How AO Accountants work
Designer
Assist in estimating income and expenses more accurately.
Manage your bookkeeping so that you can be as tax efficient as possible.
Handle key accounting dates and deadlines, allowing designers to focus on creative projects while we handle financial aspects.
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Ready to find out more about how we can help you as a designer?
Whether you need help with bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial planning, or anything else, we’re here to help.
Accountants for Photographers
As a photographer, your role is that of a visual storyteller, capturing moments and emotions through your lens. Whether you work in portrait studios or as a freelance photographer in news and sports, you are dedicated to creating captivating images. With the continuous demand for photography projects, including shoots, editing, and client interactions, you often find that you have limited time to manage complex accounting tasks. Therefore, seeking professional accounting assistance can be a wise choice.
Common challenges for
Photographers
Not utilising accounting software to record and report business expenses.
Fluctuations in income due to seasonality, varying client demand, and project-specific payments.
Managing diverse expenses, including camera equipment, props, studio rentals, and travel costs, can be intricate and time-consuming, potentially leading to oversights.
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How AO Accountants work
Photographers
Provide tax advice and understanding on the latest developments in IR35.
We help photographers maintain a detailed record of their income sources and expenses, making it easier to manage cash flow and prepare accurate financial statements.
Our team handles the intricacies of bookkeeping, freeing photographers from time-consuming tasks and allowing them to focus on their photography work.
We ensure photographers meet all tax filing deadlines and remain in compliance with relevant tax laws, avoiding costly penalties and audits.
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Ready to find out more about how we can help your photography business?
Whether you need help with bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial planning, or anything else, we’re here to help.
Accountants for Illustrators
As an illustrator, your work involves creating visual representations and designs, such as drawings, paintings, or digital illustrations, to convey ideas, concepts, and stories through your unique style. With the creative demands of your projects, including tight deadlines, client interactions, and artistic endeavours, you often find yourself with limited time to manage complex accounting tasks.
Common challenges for
Illustrators
Understanding self-employment, vs the tax benefits of a limited company.
Navigating HMRCs tax regulations and understanding deductions for self-employment.
Staying on top of year-ends, filing taxes, and managing expenses is difficult.
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How AO Accountants work
Illustrators
Highlight finances and advise on how to account for irregular income fluctuations.
Provide specialised knowledge in navigating HMRCs complex tax regulations and tax benefits.
Handle compliance and accounting tasks like VAT, payroll and bookkeeping etc.
Find out more about our services
Ready to find out more about how we can help your illustration business?
Whether you need help with bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial planning, or anything else, we’re here to help.
Ready to experience financial peace while you pursue your artistic passions?
Reach out to AO Accountants today to discuss your unique needs and how we can support your creative journey.
