Baxterworld - About Us
About Us
Let’s talk a bit about us. Baxterworld settled its roots back in 1988. Ray Baxter, our founder, initially started operations under ‘Baxter Associates’ in Belfast, NI. As early pioneers using cloud technology we were able to broaden our service reach to Europe and beyond, though our main client base remains in the UK and Ireland.
At the heart of our operation we are purebred management accountants – a role typically found in large companies where an in-house finance department is the norm. As seasoned small business owners, we understand the pulse of this sector. Our objective? To bring that high level of financial reporting to SMEs offering unique insights that pave the way to success. How do we do this? By continuously staying at the forefront of cloud and automation technology, enabling us to excel at efficiency.
Fast forward 35 years, and that ethos remains firmly entrenched in our company’s DNA. We promise you a service that is efficient, comprehensive, and always with a friendly touch. Welcome to Baxterworld. Keep reading to learn more about us.
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Baxterworld’s – News, Articles and Blogs About Us
Gross Profit: The KPI That Makes or Breaks Hospitality Businesses
In hospitality, sales figures might look impressive, but they don’t tell the full story. We regularly see restaurants, cafés and coffee shops with busy tills and packed tables that still struggle to generate cash. More often than not, the issue sits with one key metric: gross profit. It is one…
Strengthen your food safety practices with free support from Food Standards Agency.
The FSA is urging food businesses to put food safety at the heart of their operations in 2026. Its Here to Help programme offers a wide range of free tools, training and guidance designed to help you protect your customers and run a safer business. Whether you operate a café,…
So, we asked ChatGPT about challenges businesses face with their accountants.
So, we asked ChatGPT “what are the main shortcomings small businesses find with the service provided by their accountant?”. We were surprised by some of the issues small business face and decided to respond to each. ChatGPT said: Small businesses tend to complain about a pretty consistent set of shortcomings…
Minimum wage rates increase from 1 April 2026
The Government has announced National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates will increase from 1 April 2026.Minimum wage rates are reviewed and updated annually on 1 April. This applies to all National Minimum Wage rates as well as the National Living Wage. The National Living Wage, which applies to…
London Restaurants Are Stealing Your Tips From Waiters
Several London restaurants are being accused of avoiding the UK’s new tipping law. The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023, in force since October 2024, legally mandates that all tips and service charges must be distributed fairly and transparently among staff. However, some restaurants have started adding “admin fees,” “cover…
Is 5G for business beneficial or is it an unnecessary complication?
5G is the newest generation of mobile networks, offering much faster speeds, almost instant responsiveness, and the ability to connect many more devices at the same time. For businesses this means more reliable connectivity, smoother operations and the chance to introduce new digital tools and ways of working. Although nationwide…