Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Epsom
Hakim Fry, established in 1992, was founded by partners and staff from a top 15 firm of Chartered Accountants. We deliver the quality and expertise expected from a large practice while maintaining cost-effective solutions tailored to individual client needs. Our firm specialises in business and personal accounting, audit assurance, corporate advisory services, and tax planning, serving SMEs and individuals with a holistic approach. With two partners, Nilesh Patel and Lynn Sherstone, and senior personnel qualified with major accountancy bodies, we prioritise understanding client objectives before providing strategic advice. Our services extend to business support, payroll, IT, and overseas taxation through associated companies. We are registered to conduct audit work in the UK by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, ensuring compliance with rigorous professional standards.Our commitment to value for money, combined with decades of collective experience, positions us as a trusted alternative to larger practices. We focus on aligning business and personal financial goals, offering tailored solutions that reflect each client's unique circumstances. Our team's expertise spans corporate and personal taxation, management reporting, succession planning, and regulatory compliance. By maintaining a client-centric ethos and leveraging advanced accounting systems, we empower businesses and individuals to achieve long-term financial success.
Services
Business Accounting
Audit Assurance
Personal Tax Planning
Company Secretarial
Corporate Advisory
VAT Services
Payroll Management
Estate Planning
Business Start-Up
Retirement Strategies
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- Established in 1992 by partners from a top 15 accountancy firm
- Specialists in SME-focused business and personal tax solutions
- Holistic approach aligning business and personal financial goals
- Registered audit firm with the ICAEW (reference 008329126)
- Tailored accounting systems and software implementation expertise
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
Services
Business Accounting
We manage all aspects of business accounting, from bookkeeping and management accounts to financial reporting and budgeting. Our team ensures compliance with statutory requirements while providing strategic financial insights. Services include accounting system implementation, cash flow forecasting, and tailored financial statements to support informed decision-making for SMEs.
Audit Assurance
Our audit services combine regulatory compliance with business improvement analysis. We conduct statutory audits for qualifying companies while identifying operational efficiencies and risk management opportunities. This includes reviewing financial controls, verifying compliance with accounting standards, and providing actionable recommendations to enhance business performance during the audit process.
Personal Tax Planning
We offer comprehensive personal tax planning covering income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax mitigation. Our approach includes reviewing tax reliefs, optimising pension contributions, and structuring assets to minimise liabilities while ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations for individuals and non-resident landlords.
Business Start-Up Support
We assist entrepreneurs with business formation, tax registration, and accounting system setup. Our support includes choosing the optimal business structure, preparing business plans, and advising on financing options to establish a solid financial foundation for new ventures.
Payroll Management
Our payroll services handle salary calculations, tax deductions, and compliance reporting for businesses of all sizes. We manage PAYE submissions, year-end returns, and pension scheme administration while ensuring adherence to evolving employment tax legislation and HMRC requirements.
People
Nilesh Patel
Partner
Nilesh Patel is a qualified Chartered Accountant with extensive experience in business advisory and audit services. He specialises in providing strategic financial guidance to SMEs, leveraging over 25 years of expertise from top-tier accountancy practices to deliver tailored solutions.
Lynn Sherstone
Partner
Lynn Sherstone brings significant expertise in corporate taxation and business planning. With a background in large practice accounting, she focuses on delivering comprehensive tax strategies and compliance solutions for businesses and high-net-worth individuals across diverse industry sectors.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for SMEs?
We provide business accounting, audit assurance, VAT compliance, payroll, company secretarial services, and corporate advisory support tailored to SME needs.
How do you differ from larger accountancy firms?
We combine the expertise of a top-tier practice with personalised service, offering value for money while maintaining the same professional standards as larger firms.
Can you assist with personal tax planning?
Yes, we offer comprehensive personal tax planning including income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and retirement strategies.
Are you registered to perform audits?
Yes, we are registered by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales for audit work (reference 008329126).
Do you help with business start-ups?
We support new businesses with company formation, tax registration, accounting systems setup, and financial planning.
