Business Details
13 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Bromley
Numbers and Beyond is a chartered accountancy firm dedicated to empowering small and medium-sized businesses through comprehensive financial support. Founded in 2013 by Linda Foster, a Fellow Chartered Accountant with extensive experience at Deloitte & Touche and The Economist Group, we combine deep industry expertise with a client-centric approach. Our services span bookkeeping, tax compliance, strategic financial planning, and part-time finance director support, tailored to meet the unique needs of each business.With a team including Lindas sister Frances Foster, a pensions management specialist, we prioritise transparency, flexibility, and practical solutions. Our mission is to simplify financial complexities, enabling clients to focus on growth while we ensure compliance, efficiency, and profitability. Backed by decades of combined experience and a commitment to continuous innovation, we serve businesses across Bromley, North Kent, and London, offering competitive rates and a friendly, jargon-free service.
Services
Bookkeeping
Taxation Services
Annual Accounts
Management Accounts
Credit Control
Part-Time Finance Director
Payroll & Pension
Start-Up Services
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer tailored accounting packages for businesses at all stages.
- Our part-time Finance Director service provides senior commercial expertise on demand.
- Competitive rates with a focus on tax efficiency and compliance.
- Decades of combined experience in accountancy and strategic financial management.
- Flexible, cloud-based solutions for real-time financial visibility.
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants
What people say
Excellent accountancy service
Prompt and efficient
Friendly and approachable
Invaluable strategic advice
Reliable and trustworthy
Services
Bookkeeping
Our bookkeeping service ensures accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, enabling informed business decisions. We offer flexible solutions, from full-service management to cloud-based software training. With secure, real-time data access, clients maintain control while benefiting from expert support tailored to their operational needs.
Taxation Services
We provide comprehensive tax planning and compliance services, including VAT, corporation tax, and self-assessment returns. Our expertise ensures adherence to HMRC regulations, minimising penalties and optimising tax efficiency. Clients receive proactive advice on allowances, schemes, and strategies to reduce liabilities while maintaining full legal compliance.
Part-Time Finance Director
This service offers senior financial expertise for businesses requiring strategic guidance without a full-time commitment. We assist with budgeting, forecasting, project management, and long-term planning, helping clients navigate growth challenges and industry changes with data-driven insights and actionable recommendations.
Management Accounts
Our management accounts service delivers monthly performance insights through profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analysis. We help businesses identify trends, monitor KPIs, and make timely adjustments to improve profitability and operational efficiency using tailored dashboards and clear financial visualisations.
Start-Up Services
We support new businesses with setup, tax registration, payroll systems, and financial planning. Our start-up packages include expert guidance on structuring, compliance, and growth strategies, ensuring entrepreneurs establish a solid financial foundation while avoiding common pitfalls during their business's critical early stages.
People
Linda Foster
Founder & Chartered Accountant
Linda founded Numbers and Beyond in 2013 after 14 years as a Finance Director at The Economist Group. A Fellow Chartered Accountant, she specialises in strategic financial planning and SME support, combining corporate expertise with entrepreneurial insight to drive client success.
Frances Foster
Pensions & Project Specialist
Frances brings 30 years of pensions management experience from Unilever and PwC. A Prince2-certified project manager, she focuses on financial analysis, compliance, and project delivery, ensuring clients translate complex data into actionable business strategies while maintaining rigorous administrative control.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, tax compliance, management accounts, credit control, and strategic financial planning tailored to SMEs' needs.
Do you support start-up businesses?
Yes, we offer start-up services including business structure advice, tax registration, and financial systems setup to establish a strong foundation.
Can you handle payroll and pension auto-enrolment?
We manage payroll processing, RTI submissions, and pension auto-enrolment compliance to ensure timely HMRC reporting and regulatory adherence.
Are your fees competitive for chartered accountancy services?
We offer competitive rates with transparent pricing, ensuring value for money through efficient, technology-driven service delivery.
How do you support business growth through financial planning?
Our part-time Finance Director service provides budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis to align financial decisions with long-term growth objectives.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Bromley, Beckenham, Chislehurst, North Kent, and London-based businesses with both in-person and remote support.
