Charities and social enterprises
Charity and social enterprise leaders, trustees and finance staff on what changed when they understood their numbers.
“Laureen combines a fantastic understanding of charity finances with a real gift for explaining them, helping programme staff and colleagues genuinely understand their budgets. She’s one of the best charity finance people I’ve had the pleasure to work with.”
‑ Paul Smyth, Executive Director, Politics in Action
“Laureen took the time to break down every aspect of my role and made sure I fully understood before moving on. The tips, tricks and knowledge were second to none, and nothing was ever a bother. She’s made a massive difference, not just to my efficiency but to my confidence.”
‑ Sharon Hutchinson, Women’s Aid Foyle
“Finances can be a daunting place for someone like me whose expertise lies elsewhere. Laureen, in her own patient and very professional manner, guided and supported me in a way that was never judgemental. She took her time to ensure I understood financial reports, and we worked collaboratively to develop our own bespoke financial recording system, prepare draft budgets for board approval and review cash projections, invoicing and credit control.”
‑ Sheenagh McNally, Former Head of Corporate Services, Supporting Communities
“Working with LC Accountancy Services was extremely beneficial for Supporting Communities. We required additional assistance to prepare for our external audit and LC Accountancy Services were a perfect fit. LC Accountancy Services provided timely financial information and in addition provided bespoke financial training for the staff team.”
‑ Supporting Communities
“We were struggling for several months without a Finance Manager after an unsuccessful recruitment procedure. Laureen has been a huge support to us as an organisation. Outsourcing finance was a brilliant move for us that has saved us money and provided stability.”
‑ Joe McKeown, Chief Executive, Youth Link
Small businesses and sole traders
Small business owners and sole traders on the same thing: understanding the numbers rather than avoiding them.
“Laureen has such a patient, calm and non-judgemental approach. She took the time to gently explain, step by step, and made something I’d normally stick my head in the sand about feel far less intimidating. I feel much more confident putting it into practice.”
‑ Heather Calder, Interior Designer
“Due to a busy diary, it was really beneficial and convenient to liaise online and remotely. Laureen was extremely supportive and clarified the processes required, providing great insights and learning. Laureen is extremely professional, knowledgeable, proactive and economical and I would highly recommend her accounting services.”
‑ Alison, Small Business Owner