Bedford-based accountancy and business mentoring practice, Beansprout Consultancy Ltd, helps ambitious business owners get the most out of their companies. Passionate about the importance of knowing your numbers the company’s mantra is ‘numbers, narrative and nurture’. By providing its clients with all the information they need to make informed financial decisions, Beansprout Consultancy builds client relationships to last. We speak with company director, Helen Christopher, to find out more. Most Trusted SME Accountancy Practice 2024 – Bedfordshire & SME Client Service Excellence Award 2024 Incorporated in 2023, Beansprout Consultancy has built a reputation for trust and going that extra mile. Not content to offer purely transactional work, the company maintains regular contact with its clients. By taking the time to understand each client’s dreams and goals, Beansprout Consultancy offers sound bespoke financial advice that enables businesses to move from where they are now to where they want to be. Helen tells us, “We do things the right way and make sure we’re always honest and transparent. We’re huge advocates of building strong networks and communities where clients can support each other and access expert advice. We’ve built a strong community among our clients and have a network of professionals we refer clients to when their queries are outside our remit.” Working mainly with owner-managed businesses in the professional services section, the team at Beansprout Consultancy is serious about ongoing development and learning. Keeping up-to-date with changing technology the company ensures it can help its clients work smarter, not harder. This fits nicely with one of Beansprout Consultancy’s core values – ‘Family’, as the company also assists its clients in ensuring their goals and strategies align with a healthy work/life balance. We ask Helen to tell us about the company’s internal culture. She says, “Our staff are key to the success of the firm. We look for knowledgeable, confident accountants who can build trust and respect with their clients. We recruit based on how candidates align with our values, integrity, adaptability, community, family and curiosity, so they must also be keen to learn and grow.” By building a supportive and familyorientated culture, Beansprout Consultancy fosters a sense of belonging and an environment where everyone is valued. The company is a safe, supportive space enabling staff to try new things and make mistakes in order to grow. With rises in tax and national insurance rates for employers presenting a challenge for its clients, it's more important than ever for Helen and the team to help clients structure their businesses in the most taxefficient way. Helen says, “Rising costs, in general, have put pressure on our clients and it’s hard for them. We’re seeing more need for forecasting, planning and strategy sessions. We’re offering extra support through education, live events, and hosting events for business owners to come together and help each other.” In 2025, Beansprout Consultancy plans to develop a subscription-based business growth hub targeting start-ups and microbusinesses. The hub will offer affordable support from an interdisciplinary panel of business experts. Another exciting new development is the launch of the company’s first online course, ‘Getting to Grips with Limited Company Finance’. Helen explains, “We’ve designed the course for limited company owners who lack confidence in their business finance knowledge. They may feel overwhelmed or as if they’re bluffing their way through. We’re passionate about ensuring business owners have confidence and clarity. We want them to truly understand their numbers and this is an additional way to do that.” The company has also undertaken neurodiversity training to ensure staff can support clients and each other. For further information about working with the team at Beansprout Consultancy, please visit the company website. Contact: Helen Christopher Company: Beansprout Consultancy Ltd Web Address: https://bean-sprout.co.uk/ Jan25070
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