Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accountants for Arts & Entertainment in London
Breckman & Company & Company has been providing specialist accountancy services to the arts and entertainment industry for over 50 years. Our expertise spans audits, tax compliance, and financial management for individuals and companies in theatre, film, music, and creative sectors. We combine deep industry knowledge with a client-focused approach, offering tailored advice on company formation, charity accounting, and VAT matters. Our team maintains accreditation from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and adheres to the highest ethical standards.With offices in London's West End and Brighton, we serve clients across the UK's creative industries. Our reputation as 'The Leading Showbusiness Accountants' reflects decades of delivering reliable, jargon-free financial solutions. We prioritise transparency, confidentiality, and practical support, helping clients navigate complex tax legislation while focusing on their creative work. Regular client consultations ensure our services evolve with industry needs, maintaining our position as trusted advisors in this specialist field.
Services
Arts accounting
Bookkeeping
Charity audits
Company formation
VAT returns
Management accounts
Tax planning
Payroll services
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- 50+ years specialising in arts and entertainment accounting
- Expertise in charity accounting and SORP compliance
- ACCA-accredited auditors with industry-specific knowledge
- Personalised service with no technical jargon
- Proven track record with theatre producers and cultural organisations
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
What people say
Outstanding financial services
Highly supportive team
Expertise in arts
Thorough and reliable
Professional and discreet
Services
Arts accounting
Specialist accountancy services for arts and entertainment professionals including actors, artists, and cultural organisations. We handle tax compliance, financial reporting, and business structure advice tailored to creative industries. Our team understands sector-specific challenges like project-based income and grant funding requirements.
Charity audits
Comprehensive audit and accounting services for charitable organisations complying with SORP requirements. We assist with charity commission reporting, corporation tax returns, and audit exemptions while maintaining compliance with Companies Act regulations for arts-focused nonprofits.
Company formation
Guidance on establishing limited companies including drafting appropriate objects clauses. We support creative entrepreneurs with incorporation processes, advising on optimal business structures for tax efficiency and regulatory compliance in the arts sector.
VAT returns
VAT registration, return preparation, and payment deadline management for creative businesses. Our services include HMRC correspondence and advice on VAT schemes suitable for arts professionals with fluctuating income patterns.
Management accounts
Quarterly or monthly management accounts to support business decision-making. We provide cash flow forecasts, budgeting assistance, and tailored financial reports helping arts organisations monitor performance and plan growth strategies.
People
Robert Breckman
Founder
With over 50 years in arts accountancy, Robert established the firm's specialist focus. He maintains deep industry connections and oversees strategic direction while remaining actively involved in client relationships.
Richard Nelson
Partner
Specialising in charity accounting and arts sector taxation, Richard has led audits for major cultural organisations. He provides expert guidance on SORP compliance and grant funding requirements for nonprofit clients.
Graham Berry
Partner
Focuses on personal tax and self-assessment for creative professionals. Graham advises on tax planning strategies tailored to actors, freelancers, and arts organisations with complex income structures.
Kevin Beale
Accountant
Supports company formation and business advisory services. Kevin helps emerging creative entrepreneurs establish limited companies and navigate regulatory requirements specific to the arts industry.
Caroline Moran
Accountant
Specialises in payroll and VAT compliance for arts organisations. She manages HMRC reporting requirements and advises on tax-efficient payment structures for creative sector employers.
Questions
What makes Breckman & Company & Company & Company specialists in arts accounting?
We've focused exclusively on arts and entertainment since 1970, understanding sector-specific challenges like project-based income and grant funding compliance.
Do you handle both personal and business accounts?
Yes, we provide integrated services for creative professionals' personal tax and their business accounting needs, including limited companies and partnerships.
How do you assist charity clients?
We offer SORP-compliant accounting, audit services, and charity commission reporting, with expertise in arts organisation funding structures and tax exemptions.
What VAT services do you provide?
Full VAT management including return preparation, scheme selection advice, and HMRC correspondence tailored to creative businesses' cash flow patterns.
Can you help with company formation?
Yes, we guide creative entrepreneurs through incorporation, advising on optimal structures and drafting appropriate company objects clauses.
How do you support freelance artists?
Specialist tax planning, self-assessment returns, and record-keeping advice tailored to freelancers' variable income and industry-specific expenses.
