Spotlight Articles for Advisory & Business

Product News is back for 2024, and we have some exciting updates to share! We invite you to check out Spotlight Sustain, our innovative new ESG Reporting solution. We've also made several improvements to our Reporting, Forecasting, and Multi apps, including a redesigned Spotlight Forecasting main screen and more P&L column options.

As we say goodbye to 2023 we reflect on what’s been a pivotal year for us, defined by the eagerly awaited introduction of our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting tool, Spotlight Sustain. Throughout the year, we’ve embarked on a journey of innovation, pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities to bring top-tier reporting tools to you.

In only one year of operations, SurSum has achieved incredible success, which can be accredited to one individual, Tom Blandford. With a 20-year career spanning large firms such as PwC and Armstrong Watson, Blandford now runs SurSum.

It’s no secret that the digital revolution is reshaping the way many businesses manage their financial operations. From emerging software solutions to the rise of blockchain technology and the increasing reliance on data analytics, digital technology has opened up a world of possibilities.

In an era dominated by digital commerce, in recent years e-commerce has witnessed remarkable growth and transformation. To capitalise on this growth, companies operating in this space must face unique financial challenges and opportunities that demand the expertise of specialist professionals. That’s where Elver E-Commerce Chartered Accountants (Elver E-Commerce) comes in.

We’ve all heard the term 'competitive edge’, but what does it really mean in the context of financial advisory services?

Embarking on the journey to success can be challenging for small businesses in today's competitive landscape. ODEA is working to reshape this narrative. The family-owned and operated accounting services business based in South Africa has a remarkable track record spanning over a decade.

You’ve plugged in your numbers and Spotlight Reporting has generated the charts. Now it’s your turn to shine. Adding commentary to reports can help you tell a story, make sure all your stakeholders are following along, and breathe life into your financial data.

To have a positive, radiant energy and bring a can-do attitude to work everyday can be a challenge for most, but it undeniably comes naturally for Lou Elliott, Spotlight Reporting’s Sales Development Representative EMEA.

There's less than two weeks to go until our much loved (and terrific business generating) Xerocon hits the stage at Sydney’s ICC.

There are 200 individual Cheesecake Shop bakeries throughout Australia and New Zealand—meaning that Ken is all too familiar with the trials and tribulations of manual consolidated reporting.

The accounting world is ever-changing, full of innovation and transformation, but to truly succeed, businesses must be ready to make a difference.

In a fast-moving, technologically-enabled world, being able to adapt to the present day demands of clients and bring genuine value to every relationship is increasingly important. BT Corporate Advisory is one firm that understands this well.

Businesses all strive for greatness, whether big or small, they’re looking to achieve milestones. For a small business, additional pressures often mean they need to see how they’re performing at all times, not only to the benefit of employees but to ensure the company has a bright and strong future. That’s where the team at Tuskar Financial Consultancy come in.

Nestled in the town of Sevenoaks, Kent, Crossley & Davis is an esteemed accounting firm specialising in small businesses. After a change in ownership back in 2015, the firm has undergone a transformation to become more technology-enabled through innovation, now becoming an online practice offering virtual CFO services, and more.