Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Accountants in Sevenoaks
We are chartered accountants, business advisors, mediators, and forensic accounting experts with over 30 years of experience across diverse industries. Since 1992, we have provided traditional accounting services while specialising in tax investigations and forensic accounting, supporting clients through complex challenges in civil and criminal matters. Our team combines technical expertise with strategic thinking to deliver tailored solutions for businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to large corporates. We pride ourselves on a client-centric approach, offering proactive advice and maintaining a commitment to excellence. Our services extend to corporate finance, project management, and expert witness work, underpinned by a philosophy that there are no problems, only solutions.With offices in Sevenoaks and London, we serve clients across the UK and internationally. Our reputation is built on trust, integrity, and a track record of resolving high-stakes financial disputes and tax inquiries. We invest in continuous professional development to ensure our team remains at the forefront of industry standards. Client testimonials highlight our responsiveness, expertise, and ability to deliver value beyond traditional accounting. Our long-standing relationships with clients, some spanning decades, reflect our dedication to understanding their unique needs and fostering sustainable growth.
Services
Accountancy & Audit
Tax Investigations
Forensic Accounting
Payroll Services
Business Advisory
Project Management
Corporate Finance
Due Diligence
Mediation Services
Management Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of expertise in accounting and forensic investigations.
- Our team includes Chartered Accountants and Senior Associates of The Academy of Experts.
- We provide tailored services for businesses from start-ups to large corporates.
- Our forensic accounting specialists handle complex tax and legal disputes.
- We maintain long-term client relationships built on trust and results.
What people say
Excellent service
Knowledgeable team
Proactive business advice
Successful dispute resolution
Responsive support
Services
Accountancy & Audit
We provide comprehensive accounting and audit services, including statutory audits, SRA accountants' reports, and financial statement preparation. Our team ensures compliance with regulatory standards while delivering insights to enhance financial performance. Clients benefit from tailored advice and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for growth and risk mitigation.
Tax Investigations
Specialising in tax investigations, we negotiate settlements with HMRC for individuals and businesses facing complex tax inquiries. Our expertise includes resolving disputes related to VAT, inheritance tax, and corporate tax. We provide strategic guidance to minimise liabilities and ensure compliance with evolving tax legislation.
Forensic Accounting
Our forensic accounting services address fraud investigations, expert witness testimony, and financial crime analysis. We combine investigative skills with accounting expertise to uncover discrepancies and provide court-ready evidence. Clients receive support in civil and criminal cases, including mediation and dispute resolution.
Business Advisory
We offer strategic business advisory services covering start-up support, management consultancy, and corporate finance. Our consultants help businesses navigate challenges, improve operational efficiency, and develop growth strategies. Services include due diligence, project management, and implementation of financial controls.
Payroll Services
Our payroll team manages end-to-end payroll processing, CIS returns, and workplace pension schemes. We ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and provide tailored solutions for businesses of all sizes. Clients benefit from accurate, timely processing and expert advice on employment-related tax matters.
People
Sam Narula
Senior Partner
Sam founded Samuels LLP in 1992 after qualifying with Price Waterhouse. He specialises in expert witness work, mediations, and complex tax investigations, with over 35 years of experience in forensic accounting and business advisory.
Sheryl Andrews
Partner
Sheryl is a Chartered Insurer with over 20 years of experience in workplace pensions and human resource functions. She focuses on improving business efficiencies through strategic implementation of IT systems and controls.
James Narula
Partner
James qualified as a Chartered Accountant with EY and provides business advice to start-ups and growing businesses. He specialises in forensic expert reports and has over 15 years of experience in audit and financial accounting.
Julia Lethaby
Audit & Financial Accounting
Julia is a Chartered Accountant with over 20 years of experience in audit and financial accounting. She specialises in SRA accountants' reports and provides tax expertise and business advice to clients across various industries.
Rebecca Rushton
Tax & Business Advice
Rebecca has over 15 years of experience in tax enquiries and complex investigations. She provides proactive business advice, particularly for legal professionals, and specialises in R&D claims and tax compliance.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide audit, tax advisory, payroll, forensic accounting, and business consultancy services tailored to individual and corporate needs.
How do you handle tax investigations?
Our specialists negotiate settlements with HMRC, offering strategic guidance to resolve disputes related to VAT, inheritance tax, and corporate tax.
Can you assist with start-up businesses?
Yes, we offer tailored advice on business structure, registration, accounting systems, and funding for new ventures.
What areas do you cover?
We operate in London, the South East, Midlands, and North of England, with clients across the UK and internationally.
Are you qualified forensic accountants?
Yes, our team includes Chartered Accountants and Senior Associates of The Academy of Experts, specialising in forensic investigations.
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