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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.
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.
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
Some of our recent success stories
Whether it’s fully managed IT or bespoke project requirements, read about some of our work.
Adferiad Recovery – Managed Services
Unified Adferiad’s 3 separate IT systems with secure cloud services, advanced cybersecurity, and compliance certification.
ADT Workplace – Fully Managed IT
Novem powers ADT Workplace with managed IT services, secure remote access, and proactive monitoring.
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
Managed IT Support
We provide responsive, proactive support for your entire team — from advisors and analysts to operations and compliance staff. Our service is designed to minimise downtime, resolve issues quickly, and keep your systems running securely and efficiently.
Cybersecurity & Business Continuity
Accountancy firms are increasingly targeted by cyber threats. We help you build layered protection with endpoint detection and response (EDR), managed detection and response (MDR), and robust backup and disaster recovery solutions. Our continuity planning ensures that even in the event of an incident, your operations can continue with minimal disruption.
Secure Remote Working
Whether your team is working from the office, home, or on the move, we enable secure remote access to sensitive systems and data. Our solutions support flexible working while maintaining compliance requirements.
Copilot & AI Governance
AI tools like Microsoft Copilot can drive real operational efficiencies but only when deployed securely and strategically. We help you unlock value through use cases like:
- Summarising client meetings and extracting action items
- Automating formatting and version control of financial reports
- Intelligent search across accounting platforms, email, and file systems
- Supporting audit prep and compliance documentation
- Reducing manual admin in client onboarding and reconciliation
We also help you manage risks around Shadow AI, ensuring your team uses AI tools safely, with proper governance and data sensitivity controls.
Accountancy FAQs
Can You Help Us Achieve Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.