Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in London and Kent
Brebners is a chartered accountancy and business advisory firm with a 90-year heritage, serving businesses and individuals across the UK. Established in 1933, we combine deep sector expertise with personalized service, specializing in media, sporting, and creative industries. Our team of 120 professionals delivers accountancy, tax compliance, corporate finance, and strategic advisory services, prioritizing client relationships and tailored solutions.With offices in London and Sevenoaks, we support clients from start-ups to established corporations, offering expertise in audit, payroll, VAT planning, and business exit strategies. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by long-standing client partnerships and testimonials highlighting our responsiveness, technical proficiency, and proactive problem-solving approach.
Services
Corporate Tax Planning
Payroll Services
Audit and Compliance
VAT Advice
Business Exit Strategies
Financial Systems Advice
Company Secretarial
Forensic Accounting
Wealth Management
FCA Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1933
Highlights and features
- We have 90 years of experience in accountancy and business advisory services.
- Our team specializes in media, sporting, and creative industries.
- We provide personalized service with a focus on long-term client relationships.
- Our 120 staff members combine technical expertise with strategic insight.
- We offer tailored solutions for business start-ups through to corporate exits.
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Courteous, efficient service
Smooth audit process
Proactive tax planning
Tailored business solutions
Excellent client communication
Services
Corporate Tax Planning
Our Corporate Tax Planning service provides strategic advice to optimize tax efficiency for businesses. We specialize in compliance, international tax structures, and reliefs including R&D incentives. With expertise in creative industries and SMEs, we deliver tailored solutions that align with commercial objectives while ensuring adherence to HMRC regulations.
Audit and Compliance
Brebners offers comprehensive audit and compliance services for UK businesses, including statutory audits, FCA compliance, and regulatory reporting. Our team ensures accurate financial statements while providing practical insights to improve internal controls. Clients benefit from sector-specific knowledge and a transparent audit process.
Payroll Services
We manage end-to-end payroll processing, including real-time information submissions, pension auto-enrolment, and PAYE compliance. Our service ensures accurate and timely payments while keeping businesses updated on legislative changes. Clients receive dedicated support for complex payroll scenarios.
Business Exit Strategies
Our business exit advisory covers mergers, acquisitions, and management buyouts. We provide valuation analysis, due diligence, and tax-efficient structuring. With experience in multi-million-pound transactions, we guide clients through complex deal negotiations and post-completion requirements.
VAT Advice
Brebners delivers specialist VAT advice covering compliance, dispute resolution, and cross-border transactions. We help businesses navigate complex VAT regimes, implement efficient systems, and recover overpaid taxes. Our team advises on property, media, and international trade sectors.
People
Simon Cryer
Chief Executive Partner
With decades of experience, Simon Cryer leads Brebners' corporate finance team. He specializes in mergers and acquisitions, having advised on high-profile deals including the 100m sale of 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?'. His expertise spans transaction structuring and strategic growth advisory.
David Taylor
Tax Partner
David Taylor is a corporate tax specialist with extensive experience in venture capital schemes, international tax, and high-net-worth individual planning. He negotiated complex tax clearances and structured deals maximizing capital gains reliefs for business owners.
Martin Widdowson
Corporate Finance Partner
Martin Widdowson advises on corporate transactions, including public offers and takeover code compliance. He has led audits for major clients like the British Film Institute and provided tax planning solutions for creative industry businesses.
Raef Gregory
Business Adviser
Raef Gregory supports SMEs with financial strategy, banking negotiations, and business planning. He has helped clients secure improved financing facilities and guided start-ups through company formation and EIS scheme participation.
James Pierce
Accountancy Manager
James Pierce provides accounting and tax advisory services to creative businesses and digital agencies. Clients praise his responsiveness, technical knowledge, and ability to explain complex financial matters clearly while delivering cost-effective solutions.
Questions
What sectors does Brebners specialize in?
Brebners specializes in media, entertainment, creative industries, sports, and FCA-regulated businesses, alongside providing general accountancy services for SMEs and corporates.
Do you offer services for start-up businesses?
Yes, we support start-ups with company formation, tax planning, payroll, and growth strategy, as demonstrated by our work with Margaux restaurant and digital agencies.
What audit services do you provide?
We offer statutory audits, FCA compliance audits, and specialist audits for charities and international businesses, with experience in complex multi-jurisdictional transactions.
How do you handle cross-border tax matters?
Our tax team advises on international tax structures, VAT on cross-border supplies, and compliance for overseas businesses operating in the UK.
Can you assist with business succession planning?
Yes, we provide business exit strategies including management buyouts, mergers, and tax-efficient succession planning to ensure smooth ownership transitions.
Reviews (1)
Paola Piscitelli
Jan 19, 2022
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THEY MAKE ME LOOSE MY GRANT DURING LOCKDOWN AND still ask me for money I have been abandoned, and prority has been given to others. They lie and cover their mistakes for not presenting my Tax Return on time as they had all the papers to do so. Terrible unprofessional not reliable. Extremely expensive for not doing their job.
