Ward Goodman

A fantastic evening at Club!!

On Friday, we were delighted to attend the Bournemouth Rugby Club Season Launch as a proud sponsor and to celebrate the exciting season ahead.

A huge congratulations to our sponsored player, .9 , who was awarded Player of the Year! 🏆

It’s fantastic to see Ben’s hard work, commitment and performances recognised, and we’re incredibly proud to support him and the team for another season.

Here’s to a successful season ahead – come on Bournemouth! 💪🏉

It’s National Payroll Week!

This week, we’re celebrating the people behind the payslips!

Payroll plays a vital role in every business, from making sure employees are paid accurately and on time, to keeping up with ever-changing legislation and compliance requirements.

At Ward Goodman, our Payroll team takes the pressure off businesses by managing the payroll process efficiently and accurately, giving employers one less thing to worry about.

Because payroll isn’t just about numbers - it’s about people.

A big thank you to our fantastic Payroll team for all that you do! 🌟

Looking for support with your payroll? or for job opportunities within payroll? Get in touch with our team on 01202 875 900 or our website - www.wardgoodman.co.uk

We’re hiring a Payroll Specialist!!

Are you an experienced Payroll Specialist looking for your next opportunity?

We’re looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Ferndown, providing a professional, responsive and accurate payroll service to our clients.

You’ll be responsible for managing weekly and monthly payrolls from start to finish, handling statutory payments and deductions, RTI submissions, auto-enrolment pensions, year-end processes and responding to client queries.

We’re looking for someone with:
- A minimum of 2 years’ payroll experience
- Experience using payroll software, preferably BrightPay
- Good knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance and statutory payments
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in Excel
- A proactive, professional approach and the ability to work calmly under pressure

If you’re passionate about payroll and enjoy working with clients to deliver a high-quality service, we’d love to hear from you!

Think this could be your next move? Get in touch with us to find out more and apply:

https://wardgoodman.co.uk/careers/

Bank Holiday Office Closure

Please note that our Ward Goodman offices our closed today for the Bank Holiday.

Our teams will return and be available during our usual opening hours from tomorrow.

We hope you enjoy the long weekend, and we look forward to supporting you when we reopen tomorrow.

Would you trust a stranger on social media with your financial future?

From budgeting hacks to investment tips, finfluencers have made financial content more accessible than ever. While social media can be a great place to learn the basics, one size fits all advice doesn't take into account your goals, circumstances or attitude to risk.

Our latest blog explores:
- What a finfluencer is
- The risks of relying solely on online financial advice
- Why financial education is valuable
- Why personalised advice from a qualified independent financial adviser still matters

At Ward Goodman Financial Services, we believe the best financial decisions are made with advice tailored to your unique circumstances - not the latest social media trend.

If you're planning for retirement, investing for the future, protecting your family or simply want confidence that you're making the right financial decisions, we're here to help.

Read our latest blog to discover why professional financial advice remains invaluable: https://wardgoodman.co.uk/blog/should-you-trust-a-finfluencer-with-your-money-why-professional-financial-advice-still-matters/

To arrange a conversation with one of our experienced Independent Financial Services advisers, call 01202 875 900 or visit www.wardgoodman.co.uk/contact.

It’s been great having Riaz with us at Ward Goodman this week!

Following his recent achievement of a First-Class Honours degree in Finance and Business, Riaz joined us to gain valuable hands-on experience and an insight into life within a professional Accountancy, Business Advisory and Financial Services environment.

Throughout the week, he’s had the opportunity to put his academic knowledge into practice, learn from our team and explore the wide range of career opportunities available within the industry.

It’s been a pleasure to have Riaz as part of the team, and we hope he’s enjoyed his time with us as much as we’ve enjoyed having him!

We wish Riaz every success for the future and look forward to seeing where his career takes him. 👏

What a weekend! 🍷

We were delighted to sponsor the last weekend and enjoy a fantastic celebration of great wine, delicious food and brilliant company.

It was wonderful to be part of such a fantastic event and to see the South Coast come together for a day of sunshine and wine! ☀️🍇

A huge thank you to everyone involved in making the festival such a great success and for having us for another year!

Ward Goodman are delighted to continue our sponsorship with Bournemouth Rugby for another exciting season! 🏉

We're proud to support the club both on and off the pitch and are looking forward to another fantastic year.

We’re proud to sponsor the South Coast Wine Festival for another year!

We’re delighted to be supporting the South Coast Wine Festival, taking place this weekend at Highcliffe Castle.

With fantastic wines, delicious food and a beautiful setting, it’s set to be a brilliant weekend celebrating everything the South Coast has to offer.

If you’re heading along, keep an eye out for us and make sure you enjoy a glass (or two!)

Has life changed recently? It might be time to review your finances.

Life is full of milestones - from starting a new job or buying a home to getting married, welcoming a child, planning for retirement or even receiving an inheritance. While these moments are exciting, they can also have a significant impact on your financial future.

A regular financial review isn't just about checking your investments - it's about making sure your financial plans continue to support your goals as life evolves.

In our latest blog, we explore the key life events that should prompt a financial review and explain how proactive planning can help you make informed decisions with confidence.

Read our full blog here: https://wardgoodman.co.uk/blog/life-events-that-should-prompt-a-financial-review/

If you're experiencing a major life change or simply haven't reviewed your finances for a while, our experienced Independent Financial Services team is here to help. Call us today on 01202 875 900