Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in London
Since 1969, our Practice has been building working relationships with clients through quality personal service and value for money, backed by senior professional bodies. Based in Lee, South East London, we serve local communities, the Home Counties, and international clients across Canada, Spain, Hong Kong, India, France, America, and Germany. With over sixteen staff members including qualified accountants, trainees, and bookkeepers, we prioritise staff development through regular training to maintain high service standards.Each client benefits from at least two points of contact, ensuring immediate access to knowledgeable advisors familiar with their business. Our Managers and Partners provide dedicated support, with leadership teams combining over 100 years of experience. We aim to be an integral part of our clients' operations, offering tailored solutions that add measurable value beyond traditional accounting services.
Services
Personal Taxation
Company Taxation
Statutory Audit
Payroll Preparation
Accounts Preparation
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We offer a free initial consultation with no obligation.
- Our fees are consistently competitive across all services.
- Clients receive at least two dedicated points of contact for immediate support.
- We serve businesses in over six countries through digital capabilities.
- Our team undergoes regular training to maintain technical excellence.
Services
Personal Taxation
We prepare and submit Self-Assessment tax returns while ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations. Our team provides strategic tax planning to minimise liabilities and offers support during tax investigations. Clients benefit from tailored advice on allowances, reliefs, and international tax considerations.
Statutory Audit
We conduct statutory audits for companies exceeding the 6.5 million turnover threshold, ensuring adherence to legal requirements. Our services include due diligence reporting, compliance checks, and detailed financial assessments to enhance transparency and stakeholder confidence.
Accounts Preparation
We prepare accurate financial statements for tax returns, regulatory compliance, and business decision-making. Our services cover management accounts, annual reports, and corporation tax returns, ensuring clarity and alignment with accounting standards.
Payroll Preparation
We manage payroll processing including tax credits, student loans, RTI submissions, and auto-enrolment compliance. Our system ensures accurate calculations, timely payments, and adherence to evolving employment tax regulations for businesses of all sizes.
Company Taxation
We handle corporation tax returns, planning, and compliance for businesses. Our expertise includes capital allowances, tax reliefs, and advisory services to optimise tax efficiency while meeting HMRC requirements for domestic and international operations.
People
Stephen Jones
Senior Partner
Stephen has over 30 years of experience in small practice environments, specialising in audits, taxation, and business planning. He became Senior Partner in 2017 after qualifying in 1996.
Darren Smart
Partner
Darren qualified with ACCA in 2000 and became a Partner in 2020. He manages diverse companies and audit clients, bringing extensive managerial expertise to our firm.
Clive Osenton
Senior Manager
Clive has worked here for over 25 years, specialising in large client audits and solicitors' reporting for the Law Society through practical experience.
Jane Royle
Senior Manager
Jane has been with us since 2003, focusing on smaller clients and delivering expert management in accounting and tax advisory services.
Leslie Appaduray
Senior Manager
Leslie joined in 2016, handling medium to large clients and personal tax matters with a wealth of prior industry experience.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide personal and company taxation, statutory audits, payroll preparation, accounts preparation, and business advisory services tailored to local and international clients.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we serve businesses in Canada, Spain, Hong Kong, India, France, America, and Germany through our digital capabilities.
Is your initial consultation free?
Yes, we offer a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your accounting needs.
How experienced is your team?
Our five managers have over 100 years of combined experience, with Partners qualified through ACCA and FCA.
