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Specialist Accountants in London for Personal and Business tax
Accountant London Specialist Tax Accountants Near You
Looking for an accountant in London who handles more than basic bookkeeping? Our team of ACA and FCCA qualified chartered accountants and former HMRC inspectors provides specialist tax advice, compliance support and planning for individuals, landlords, company directors and businesses across London. We focus on getting the tax position right — not just filing the paperwork.
- Personal and business tax advice tailored to your circumstances
- Online tax advice UK by phone, video and secure document exchange
- Support with planning, compliance, disclosures and HMRC issues
- Fixed-fee options for straightforward matters
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Tax Accountant London
Why London Businesses and Individuals Choose a Specialist Tax Accountant
Many London tax problems become more expensive because advice comes too late. A property disposal may have completed without considering the 60-day capital gains reporting requirement. A company director may have drawn income without reviewing the salary-versus-dividend position. An HMRC compliance check letter may have been answered before the facts were properly assessed. A specialist accountant in London adds the most value at the stage where there is still time to get the position right, correct an error properly or avoid a preventable dispute.
For some clients, the need is a one-off question about a specific transaction or filing. For others, it forms part of a wider pattern involving annual compliance, ongoing tax planning and future reporting obligations. That is why our London tax accountants do more than explain the rules in general terms. We assess the actual facts, identify what matters for your position and help you decide the most practical and commercially sensible next step.
Let us take care of your tax matters
We offer flexible appointments for individuals, landlords and businesses across the UK. You can speak to a tax adviser online, by phone or in person, depending on what suits your circumstances and location. Many clients begin with a video or telephone consultation, then continue remotely or arrange an office meeting if needed.
Get clear advice without visiting an office. Secure remote consultations are available across London.
Meet by appointment where a face-to-face discussion is preferred or the matter is more detailed.
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SPECIALIST TAX ACCOUNTANTS FOR LONDON CLIENTS
Who We Help with Tax Advice in London
Our London tax accountants help clients who need more than a basic filing service. Some contact us for advice before making a financial decision. Others need support because HMRC is already asking questions, a filing position is uncertain, or the tax consequences of a transaction need proper review before anything is submitted.
Individuals
We provide personal tax advice for London individuals on Self Assessment, capital gains, inheritance tax, foreign income, residence status and wider personal tax matters.
Landlords & Property Owners
We advise London landlords on rental income reporting, allowable expenses, Section 24 mortgage interest restrictions, capital gains on disposals and non-resident landlord obligations.
Company Directors
We help London company directors with extraction planning, salary-versus-dividend analysis, personal tax exposure and decisions that require joined-up personal and business tax advice.
Small Business Owners
Our team provides tax advice for small businesses in London on company tax, VAT registration and compliance, HMRC obligations, structure and planning where commercial decisions carry tax consequences.
Expats and Non-Residents
London has one of the highest concentrations of internationally mobile individuals in the UK. We support clients with overseas connections who need advice on cross-border tax matters.
Clients Facing HMRC Action
We assist where HMRC has opened a compliance check, raised a query, challenged a filing position, sent a nudge letter for WWD or issued a penalty determination.
Simple, Clear and Practical Process
How Our LondonTax Accountancy Service Works
Initial Review
We begin by reviewing your enquiry, identifying the main tax issue and understanding whether you need tax advice, tax planning, compliance support or HMRC representation. This initial review is focused and practical.
Facts and Documents
We confirm what information and records are needed. We then assess whether the matter can be resolved quickly or requires wider technical review.
Advice and Recommended Action
We provide practical advice on tax planning, correction, filing, voluntary disclosure or a formal response to HMRC. Every recommendation is specific to your facts.
Implementation and Ongoing Support
Where needed, we stay involved to handle compliance, HMRC correspondence, formal responses or wider advisory work. Many London clients retain us on an ongoing basis for annual compliance and year-round tax planning support.
Why Clients Choose Our Specialist Tax Advisors
Why Clients Choose Our UK Tax Advisors
Clients come to us when they want advice that is technically careful, commercially sensible and clearly explained. They are often looking for more than a routine accountant and want specialist input before a tax issue becomes more expensive or harder to fix.
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Specialist Tax Advice, Not Generic Answers
We focus on tax matters where the facts need to be reviewed properly and where practical judgement matters as much as technical knowledge.
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Personal and Business Tax Advice in One Place
Many tax issues affect both the individual and the business. We provide joined-up advice so the wider position is considered properly rather than in isolation.
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Online and In-Person Access Across London
Our service is designed for London clients who want to speak to a qualified tax accountant by phone, video or at our London office.
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HMRC Tax Advice Where Pressure Exists
Where HMRC is already involved, we help clients understand what is being asked, what risks exist and how the matter should be handled with care.
Personal, Business and HMRC Tax Matters
London Tax Advisory Services for
Personal, Business and HMRC Matters
Our London tax advisory services cover both proactive planning and corrective support. We advise before important decisions are made, and we help where a tax problem already exists and the position needs careful review.
Self Assessment Tax Advice
Support with returns, disclosures, historic issues and self assessment tax advice where the reporting position needs more than basic form completion.
Inheritance Tax Advice UK
Advice on family wealth, gifts, estates and inheritance tax exposure where forward planning matters and mistakes can be expensive.
Capital Gains Tax Advice UK
Advice on property, shares and disposals where the facts, reliefs and timing can materially affect the final tax outcome.
Non-Resident and Expat Tax Advice
Support for clients with overseas income, residence questions, UK reporting obligations and cross-border tax matters.
VAT Advice UK
Guidance on VAT registration, VAT risks, transactions, disputes and compliance issues where technical review is needed before action is taken.
HMRC Tax Advice
Advice where HMRC has raised questions, opened a compliance check, challenged a return or where a disclosure, appeal or formal response is needed.
Why Clients Choose Our Specialist Tax Advisors
What Clients Choose Our Accountants in London
Clients come to us when they want advice that is technically careful, commercially sensible and clearly explained. They are often looking for more than a routine accountant and want specialist input before a tax issue becomes more expensive or harder to fix.
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Specialist Tax Advice, Not Generic Answers
We focus on tax matters where the facts need to be reviewed properly and where practical judgement matters as much as technical knowledge.
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Personal and Business Tax Advice in One Place
Many issues affect both the individual and the business. We provide joined-up advice so the wider position is considered properly rather than in isolation.
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Online Tax Advice UK with Real Accessibility
Our service is designed for clients across the UK who want to speak to a tax advisor online UK by phone, video call and secure document exchange.
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HMRC Tax Advice Where Pressure Exists
Where HMRC is already involved, we help clients understand what is being asked, what risks exist and how the matter should be handled with care.
Trusted support in difficult HMRC disputes
What Clients Say About our Tax Accountants in London
Clients searching for an accountant in London want reassurance that the service will be clear, commercially sensible and properly handled. The feedback we receive consistently reflects those priorities.
I needed urgent tax investigation advice after HMRC opened a check into our VAT position, and the team handled it exceptionally well. They explained the process clearly, dealt with HMRC professionally and gave me confidence that the matter was being managed by experienced tax investigation accountants who understood exactly what was at stake.
Daniel Wainwright
Building Contractor
I contacted Tax Accountant when I received an HMRC letter and needed a tax investigation specialist to review my position properly. Their support was calm, thorough and highly professional from the start. If you need a reliable tax investigation service, I would not hesitate to recommend them.
Charlotte Pembroke
Interior Designer
Your Questions - Our Answers
We are here to help you with any questions you may have
What services does your London accountancy practice provide?
We provide a full range of personal and business tax services for London clients. This covers Self Assessment returns, corporation tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, VAT registration and compliance, payroll, company accounts and HMRC representation. We also advise on tax planning, profit extraction, property tax structures and cross-border matters for internationally connected London residents. Some clients need a one-off return. Others need ongoing advisory support across personal and business affairs. Our service covers both.
How do I find a reliable accountant near me in London?
Look for an accountant who holds recognised professional qualifications such as ACA, FCCA or Chartered Tax Adviser status and is regulated by a body such as ICAEW (https://www.icaew.com/) or ACCA. Check that they have specific experience in your type of tax issue, not just general bookkeeping. A reliable London accountant explains your position in plain terms, provides a clear fee structure before starting and responds promptly when deadlines apply. Our firm holds ACA and FCCA qualifications, includes former HMRC inspectors and has over 10 years of experience advising London clients.
Do I need an accountant for my Self Assessment tax return in London?
You must file a Self Assessment return if you are self-employed with gross income above £1,000, receive untaxed income such as rental or investment income, are a company director, or earn above £150,000 per year. The online filing deadline is 31 January following the end of the tax year. Late filing triggers an automatic £100 penalty under the Taxes Management Act 1970, rising to £10 per day after three months. For London residents with multiple income sources — employment, rental, dividends, overseas income — professional preparation reduces error risk and the chance of HMRC enquiry.
What should I do if HMRC opens a tax investigation?
Do not reply to HMRC without taking professional advice first. Contact a specialist tax accountant immediately. HMRC conducts approximately 300,000 compliance checks each year, targeting return discrepancies, lifestyle inconsistencies and sector-specific risk indicators. Under a Code of Practice 9 investigation, HMRC suspects deliberate fraud and offers the Contractual Disclosure Facility, which requires expert handling from the outset. Our London team includes former HMRC inspectors who manage the entire process — reviewing your position, preparing responses and handling all HMRC correspondence.
Can you help with capital gains tax on London property?
Yes. Capital gains tax on UK residential property must be reported and paid within 60 days of completion. Current CGT rates on residential gains are 18% for basic rate taxpayers and 24% for higher and additional rate taxpayers (2024/25). The annual exempt amount is £3,000 per individual. Principal private residence relief may exempt your main home, but lettings relief, private residence elections and periods of absence all affect the calculation. With London property values, the tax at stake is often substantial. We calculate the gain accurately, claim all available reliefs and file the 60-day report on time.
How much does an accountant in London charge?
Fees depend on the complexity of the work, the type of tax and whether the matter is routine compliance or specialist advisory. We offer fixed fees for straightforward services such as Self Assessment returns and company accounts. For specialist advisory work — tax investigations, cross-border matters, restructuring — we agree fees in advance based on scope. As a guide, our London tax accountants charge between £150 and £300 per hour for advisory work. We always provide a clear fee quote before starting, so there are no surprises. Contact us for a tailored quote.
Can I work with your London accountants remotely?
Yes. Most of our London clients work with us entirely by phone, video call and secure document exchange. Remote consultations are available across all services, from Self Assessment to HMRC investigations. For clients who prefer a face-to-face meeting, appointments are available at our London offices. Whether you are in the City, Canary Wharf, Westminster or Outer London, our service is designed to be fully accessible without compromising quality.
Do you help with SPV structures for London property portfolios?
Yes. We advise London property investors on Special Purpose Vehicle structures, the interaction between Section 24 mortgage interest restrictions and corporate ownership, SDLT implications on transfers and the ongoing corporation tax treatment of rental income within a limited company. Since April 2020, Section 24 fully restricts mortgage interest relief for individual landlords to a basic rate tax credit. For higher rate taxpayers with significant London property portfolios, an SPV structure may be more tax-efficient. We model the position before any restructuring decision
What areas of London do you cover?
We serve clients across all London boroughs and surrounding areas, including the City of London, Westminster, Camden, Islington, Tower Hamlets, Canary Wharf, Kensington, Chelsea, Hammersmith, Fulham, Southwark, Lambeth, Greenwich, Hackney, Ealing, Croydon, Richmond, Barnet, Bromley and Enfield. Our remote service also supports clients across the wider UK who need a London-based specialist. Whether your business operates from a serviced office in the Square Mile or you work from home in Outer London, we provide the same level of specialist tax support.