Business Details
43 Years
experience
Specialist Accountants for Charities and Social Purpose Organisations
Established in 1983, Sayer Vincent is a specialist accounting and advisory firm dedicated to supporting charities and social purpose organisations. With a team of 7 partners and 65 staff, we combine deep sector expertise with a commitment to social justice. Our services include external audit, USAID and grant audits, tax advisory, mergers and due diligence, internal audit and risk management, and tailored training. We serve over 400 clients nationwide, from health and social care charities to international aid organisations. Our approach prioritises audit quality, sustainability, and diversity, ensuring we deliver both technical excellence and meaningful social impact.We actively share knowledge through resources and guidance, reflecting our mission to strengthen the charity sector. Our long-standing expertise in charity-specific regulations, including VAT recovery and Gift Aid optimisation, positions us as trusted advisors. We maintain USAID accreditation and Regular Status, enabling global grant audit capabilities. Our flexible working model, refined through years of remote collaboration, ensures accessibility for clients across the UK and beyond.
Services
External Audit
USAID Audits
Tax Advisory
Mergers & Due Diligence
Internal Audit
Risk Management
Training & Facilitation
VAT Compliance
Gift Aid Claims
Governance Support
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of charity-specific accounting expertise
- USAID Regular Status accreditation for global grant audits
- Tailored training on donor compliance and governance
- Flexible remote and on-site service delivery model
- Proven track record with 400+ charity clients
Associations and certifications
- USAID
What people say
Constructive recommendations
Invaluable VAT support
Flexible approach
Expert USAID audits
Developmental training
Services
External Audit
We conduct statutory audits for charities with income over 1m, ensuring compliance with SORP requirements. Our team understands diverse charity models, from grant-making to government contracting. We provide assurance on financial statements while offering practical recommendations to improve governance and operational effectiveness.
USAID Audits
As a USAID-accredited firm with Regular Status, we perform project audits for international charities receiving US federal funding. Our dedicated team ensures compliance with 2 CFR 200.425 and supports NICRA methodology reviews, helping clients demonstrate donor accountability and secure future funding.
Tax Advisory
Our specialists maximise tax reliefs for charities through VAT recovery strategies and Gift Aid optimisation. We provide HMRC negotiation support, employment tax compliance, and trading advice, helping clients reclaim over 20,000 in VAT annually for some clients.
Mergers & Due Diligence
We guide trustees through merger processes, offering financial due diligence, business case critique, and tax implication analysis. Our collaborative approach with charity law specialists ensures smooth transitions while addressing donor, staff, and regulatory considerations.
Internal Audit
We provide outsourced and co-sourced internal audit services tailored to charity resources. Our risk-focused methodology delivers assurance on key controls while supporting continuous improvement through stand-by audit arrangements and strategic risk management advice.
Questions
What services do you offer for charities?
We provide external audit, tax advisory, mergers & due diligence, internal audit, USAID grant audits, VAT compliance, Gift Aid optimisation, and governance training tailored to charities.
Are you qualified to perform USAID audits?
Yes, we hold USAID Regular Status accreditation, enabling us to conduct grant audits globally for US federal funders including USAID and the US Department of State.
How do you support charity tax compliance?
We offer VAT recovery strategies, Gift Aid maximisation, corporation tax compliance, and HMRC negotiation services specifically designed for charity sector requirements.
Can you assist with charity mergers?
Our specialists guide charities through merger processes, including due diligence, business case critique, and tax implications analysis, with access to charity law experts.
Do you work with UK-based charities only?
While based in London, we serve charities nationwide from Edinburgh to the Isle of Wight, with remote capabilities supporting clients across the UK.
