Information technology

Information Technology (IT)

Information technology (IT) refers to everything that businesses use computers for. IT is the building of communications networks for a company, safeguarding data and information, creating, and administering databases, helping employees troubleshoot problems with their computers/mobile devices, or doing a range of other tasks to ensure efficiency and security of business information systems.

This sector is comprised of businesses that produce software, hardware/semiconductor equipment, and companies that provide internet-related services. It deals with computing, including hardware, software, telecommunication, and generally anything involving the transmission of information or systems that facilitate communication.

IT also includes the management of data, whether it is in the form of text, voice, image, audio, or any other form. This sector employs about a million Britishers and generates nearly £20 billion yearly.

Importance of the Information Technology Industry

It is hard to comprehend how much Information Technology (IT) pervades and influences our lives. Specifically, its practical application in our computers, tablets, and smartphones. It is on these devices that we spend the bulk of our waking hours. IT influences everything we do like shopping online, learning, going to the doctor, banking, and dining out etc. In fact, the business, education, healthcare, banking, finance, and food industries, amongst a plethora of others, are completely reliant on the IT sector

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND BUSINESS

Since the arrival of computers, the face of the business world has changed. To run different departments of businesses swiftly, use of Information Technology is vital. Modern businesses are automated do bring ease and efficiency.

CREATION OF EMPLOYMENT

IT has helped the business world is in the creation of a new segment of employment. Many of these new jobs have become essential for everyday operations of almost every business around the world.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION

The field of education is in a constant state technological innovation and development. With the tools IT has provided, instructors can deliver information more dynamically than ever before. IT expands the reach of education through online classes and degree programs that students can complete remotely.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN BANKING AND FINANCE

The two industries most affected by IT are banking and finance. These critical industries have been using IT in one form or another since the 1970s. IT has allowed for the growth of small financial firms that do electronic data processing and the creation of nationwide financial services like electronic check and credit card processing.

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Kai Schiefelbein

Managing Director

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I provide my expertise and services to a diverse range of clients involved in the information technology (IT) sector, assisting them in resolving industry-specific accounting and tax issues. With the help of my extensive experience and understanding of this industry, I provide attention to detail advice that is completely specialized to your business structure needs, allowing you to worry less about your daily accounting services and focus more on earning profits.

What Our Clients Say

I have been with Lanop since 2016. I came in looking for an accountant and tax adviser and ended up making friends. It has been an amazing professional journey for me. I run a business consultancy and rely heavily on Lanop’s expertise to service my clients’ needs. Over the years they have sorted out my personal and company taxes. They are always available to discuss issues and are reassuring, practical and supportive of my business Zaib and his team are extremely helpful & generous with both their knowledge and time. The have provided me an excellent friendly service with brilliant advice, prompt replies.

Hasan Turunc

Senior Advisor at Koç Holding A.Ş.

Role of Accountants in the Information Technology Industry

Accounting is the art of recording and reporting on financial transactions. Accountants are concerned with tracking and reporting the financial transactions of a business. They are responsible for managing general ledger, cash flow management, collections, recognizing revenue, analysing profitability, reporting earnings, managing debt, and paying taxes of course.

Financial services firms need to fill roles like financial reporting accountants, auditors, bookkeepers, accounts receivable clerks, accounts payable clerks, controllers, treasurers, and tax accountants.

Typically, the entire accounting organization will report to a Chief Financial Officer as well.

An accountant will identify potential deductions throughout a fiscal year and advise on how to make strategic decisions for year-end deductions.
An audit can easily be avoided if you get the guidance and counsel of an expert accountant year-round.
Investing in and engaging a professional accountant as an ongoing tactical business advisor will assist owners in maintaining focus on long-term goals.
A collaborative approach towards an accountant allows for decisions to be based on data and takes advantage of a consultative relationship that will help make business decisions in a timely fashion.
The biggest benefit of hiring an accountant is getting advice on how to plan for the future. They can pull reports from the past and examine the seasonality of a business. This helps determine the best time to buy inventory, and budget for big investments so that it can stay competitive and viable.

Accounting Services for the Information Technology Sector

BOOKKEEPING

PAYROLL

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTS

TAX PALNNING

VAT &PAYE SUPPORT

PERSONAL , CORPORATE , & INTERNATIONAL TAX & COMPLIANCE

CONTRACTUAL WORK

OPERATIONAL STRUCTURING

BUSINESS VALUATION SERVICIES

MERGERS & ACQUISITION

IR35

R&D TAX RELIFE

VIDEO GAMES TAX RELIFE

PATENT BOX

STAFF INCENTIVE SCHEMES

PENSION PLANNING

RAISING BUSINESS FINANCE

PASSION PLANNING

VIRTUAL FINANCE DIRECTOR SERVICES (OUTSOURCED CFO)

What Makes Lanop Best in the Business of IT Accounting?

IT professionals work with cutting-edge technologies and move at a greater pace than most other fields. As a result, when it comes to their financial demands, they want someone that can produce outstanding outcomes quickly. Lanop delivers services that serve IT professionals, specifically, in technologically advanced ways and provides advice in a multitude of fields.

Lanop has and is working with a variety of IT experts, such as application developers, animators, software designers, and hardware manufacturers, to meet their high-tech accounting and taxation requirements.

Lanop: The Wingman Every IT Professional Wants

Lanop Accountants eliminates the need to search for an all-encompassing accountancy firm. Our corporate headquarters in Putney, London provide practical and efficient solutions to all your accounting needs.

Our skilled tax and finance professionals work diligently to make your life simpler by reducing financial stress and making business models more lucrative and efficient in accordance with up-to-date regulations.