Business Details
43 Years
experience
Our clients have access to a full suite of services, from tax and audit to payroll, management accounting, and business restructuring. We understand that each business has unique challenges and requirements, which is why we tailor our support accordingly. Through a commitment to transparency, accuracy, and responsiveness, Cottons provides a foundation for sustained commercial success. Our mission is to simplify the complex, enabling business owners to concentrate on what they do best, while we handle the intricacies of financial and operational management.
Served areas
- London
Details
- Year established: 1983
- Employees: 100
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of trusted business and tax expertise
- Five offices including London and the Midlands
- Comprehensive services from tax to corporate finance
- Client-first approach with expert, approachable team
- Proven growth through strategic acquisitions and talent
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
Payment methods
- Debit cards, Credit cards, Mobile payments, Bank transfers
Services
Accounts & outsourcing
Our accounts outsourcing service allows you to delegate essential financial operations to a trusted team, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and peace of mind. We handle everything from bookkeeping to in-depth financial reporting, freeing your time to focus on strategic growth. Our advisers work flexibly with your requirements, delivering results in your preferred format. Let us manage the details, so you dont have to.
Audit and assurance
We guide businesses through both statutory and voluntary audits with precision and care. Our method includes assessing current procedures, identifying risks, and delivering practical recommendations. Clients benefit from our experience, robust audit methodology, and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
Tax services
Our tax services are designed to assist individuals and businesses in understanding and complying with the UK tax system. Whether you're buying a property, gifting assets, or launching a company, our seasoned advisers are on hand to guide you through every step. We reduce uncertainty and streamline the process. Trust Cottons to simplify your tax affairs.
Business advisory
Growing a business takes more than enthusiasmit takes sharp, focused advice. We guide clients through a detailed review of their commercial performance, identifying both strengths and areas for improvement. Our team delivers advice with no ambiguity, ensuring you have the clarity to act decisively. Every recommendation we provide is rooted in deep, business-specific analysis.
Corporate finance
Cottons Corporate Finance professionals specialise in full-lifecycle business support, including ownership transitions and strategic planning. Whether selling, acquiring, or simply reassessing your next steps, we are committed to delivering measurable outcomes. Our tailored advice aligns with your goals and schedules. An exploratory session is available without obligation to evaluate how we can support your needs.
Reviews (5)
Dave Raxworthy
Mar 13, 2024
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Expert advice, easy to work with and a lovely team. Always there to answer any questions and business queries i've had since setting up my company. Cottons have quickly removed the worries and stress of accounting and financial side of running a business.
Jessica Mallalieu
Feb 11, 2024
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They've been so helpful in getting my business accounts set up and guiding me through it all. Can't recommend them enough!
Alex O'Brien
Oct 25, 2023
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I've been with Cottons for many years now, dealing with Ollie and the team is quite often straightforward and clear would recommend them for those who are seeking a friendly accounting service in London.
Sam Newman
Jun 21, 2018
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Very happy with the service we've recieved from Cottons, and especially Ollie, always ready to answer any question and on the phone number or via email, personable service, high quality accounting. Couldn't recommend enough
Natasha Sackey
Nov 17, 2017
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Invaluable support and advice when I was setting up my company. Cottons helped me to find a structure that worked for me.