Pictured above: Richard Hallsworth

Six team members at Lincolnshire chartered accountants Nicholsons have added another string to their bows by passing their certification exams for a leading online software provider.

Xero is an award-winning online accountancy solution which gives Nicholsons instant access to their clients' vital financial information, allowing them to give targeted financial help and advice and highlight any concerns or problems as they arise.

Richard Hallsworth, Steph Danby, Becky Wells, Becky Betts, Peter Herbert and Simon Hall have all passed a series of tests confirming they are able to use the software correctly and apply it to their clients' needs.

Richard, a partner at the firm, said: "XERO is an exciting bookkeeping application, not only because it is online and offers a lot of flexibility but because it makes maintaining your books and records simple and easy.

"Over the last nine months we have helped over 50 clients set up and use XERO. The feedback from these clients has been fantastic and we are looking to help even more clients move onto the software over the next 12 months.

"Having four XERO certified advisors will mean we can help even more business owners to liberate their book keeping!"

XERO Business Commercial manager Darren Glanville added: "We are delighted about our partnership with Nicholsons, and the fact that they have passed our stringent certification deserves a special mention."