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Accountancy

IT that protects your practice and your clients.

Secure, compliant IT that keeps your firm efficient and client-focused.

Accountants are trusted advisors to businesses and individuals alike and that trust depends on how you manage and protect sensitive financial data.

Whether you’re preparing tax returns, conducting audits, or offering outsourced finance services, your IT systems must be secure, compliant, and built to support your workflows. At Novem, we help accountancy firms modernise their infrastructure, reduce risk, and improve efficiency — so you can focus on delivering accurate, timely, and trusted advice.

Accountancy Challenges

Accountancy practices handle some of the most sensitive financial data in business and your clients expect confidentiality, accuracy, and speed. At Novem, we deliver IT solutions that protect your reputation, keep you compliant, and enable your team to work smarter. From proactive support and cybersecurity to cloud migrations and business continuity planning, we help accountancy firms stay secure and efficient.

Compliance is Critical

Accountancy firms must meet a variety of industry obligations from GDPR to AML. Our solutions help you achieve Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO standards.

Cybersecurity is Non-Negotiable

With phishing, ransomware, and insider threats on the rise, layered security and MDR are essential for protecting your business and reputation.

Efficiency Drives Profitability

From faster access to client data to AI adoption, we design IT systems that save time and reduce costs.

Challenges & Solutions

IT Challenges & Solutions in Accountancy

Across the two decades plus supporting clients, we know there are common IT challenges and also those that are more specific to the Accountancy industry. Below you will find just a few challenges and potential solutions. Don’t worry if you don’t see what you’re after as our team are happy to talk through the goals you are trying to achieve and build a solution for you.

Risk of Data Breaches & Regulatory Penalties

Advanced cybersecurity with EDR/MDR and strict access controls as a starting point.

Slow Onboarding of Seasonal Staff During Busy Periods

Standardised device provisioning and secure remote access for quick setup.

Managing Large Volumes of Client Files During Peak Tax Periods

Scalable cloud storage and automated archiving for fast, organised access.

Lack of Cybersecurity Awareness Among Staff

Regular security training and phishing simulations to strengthen the human firewall.

Difficulty Accessing Client Data Quickly

Cloud or hybrid infrastructure with structured data management for instant access.

Slow Recovery After IT or Cyber Incidents

Tested disaster recovery and business continuity plans tailored for your operations.

Shadow AI Use Creating Data Sensitivity Risks

AI governance frameworks and secure deployment of Microsoft Copilot.

Remote Working Setups Lacking Security

Secure remote access with MFA, VPN, and compliance-aligned policies.

Legacy Systems Slowing Operations

Migration to modern workplace tools and platforms for better collaboration and tools.

Numbers

Some Metrics for Accountancy Firms to Keep in Mind

There are a variety of reports out there specific to the accountancy industry, the below statistics show just why secure, reliable and modern IT setups are so important for those in the sector.

7.5
Firms using modern IT tools & AI close monthly accounts on average 7.5 days faster
100
According to the ICO, 100 UK-based accountancy firms per quarter report a data breach due to a cyber attack
7 to 21
That's the average days downtime for a business after a cyber attack according to the UK government
Customer Stories

Some of our recent
success stories

Whether it’s fully managed IT or bespoke project requirements, read about some of our work.

Implementation without disruption

We understand that IT projects can be just that, a one-off specific goal that you want to achieve or it could be a long standing relationship where a Managed Service Provider becomes an extension of your team, working towards a technology roadmap. We aim to create positive results that drive efficiency, security and scalability.

  • Managed IT Support
  • Cybersecurity & Business Continuity
  • Secure Remote Working
  • Copilot & AI Governance

Accountancy FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about IT in your sector.

Can You Help Us Achieve Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus?

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Yes, we can guide you through the entire certification process, implement necessary security measures, and provide ongoing compliance support to maintain your accreditation.

How Do You Support Remote Working for Accountancy Teams?

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We enable secure remote access with MFA, VPN, and device management tools, ensuring your team can work from anywhere without compromising security or compliance.

What’s the Benefit of an IT Roadmap?

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It aligns technology with your business goals, ensuring security, scalability, and cost efficiency. Rather than being reactive and having expensive one-off project costs, each year it allows for a plan and budget to achieve your goals.

How Do You Keep us Secure?

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We use enterprise-grade security tools, MDR, and strict access controls to protect sensitive information. Depending on the services you take, additional layers of security can be added.

Why Should We Choose an MSP Instead of Handling IT Internally?

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An MSP gives you access to expert support, advanced tools, and strategic planning without the cost of a full internal IT team. Just like people outsource to you for your expertise, businesses do the same to us.

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Mike Ryan

Director

Stephen Meadowcroft

Head of Solutions Architecture

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