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Trusted Chartered Accountants in Brighton
Chariot House was founded with a clear mission: to help SMEs and charities understand and control their finances to achieve sustainable growth. Our team of chartered accountants brings decades of combined experience in audit, tax advisory, and financial management, serving clients from start-ups to established organisations. We specialise in tailoring financial solutions to meet the unique needs of each business, whether through virtual finance departments, payroll services, or strategic tax planning. Our approach combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of our clients' operational challenges, ensuring financial clarity and compliance. We have supported high-growth ventures like Founders Factory and Brighton Fringe, demonstrating our ability to adapt to diverse sectors.With offices in Brighton and London, we prioritise accessibility and responsiveness, offering both in-person and remote services. Our commitment to innovation is reflected in our software consultancy, where we help businesses implement accounting systems that evolve with their needs. Recognised for excellence in charity auditing, we provide sector-specific expertise to non-profits. Our team's involvement in community initiatives and professional development underscores our dedication to continuous improvement. By focusing on transparency, technical excellence, and client education, we empower businesses to make informed financial decisions that drive long-term success.
Services
Audit and accounts
Payroll services
Virtual finance department
Tax advice
Business advice
Software consultancy
Company secretarial
Charity services
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years' experience in payroll management for businesses of all sizes
- Our virtual finance department provides scalable financial support without overhead costs
- Specialist tax efficiency strategies deliver legally compliant savings for SMEs
- Award-winning charity audit services with sector-specific expertise
- 24/7 emergency accounting support available for urgent business needs
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Successful outcomes
Services
Audit and accounts
We deliver comprehensive audit and accountancy services tailored to businesses and charities. Our approach combines technical expertise with strategic insight to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance. By understanding your specific needs, we transform statutory requirements into valuable business tools that support decision-making and growth planning.
Payroll services
Our payroll solutions handle all aspects of employee compensation for businesses with 1-3,000 employees. We ensure compliance with real-time information requirements and pension regulations while providing electronic payslips and flexible service options that adapt to your operational needs.
Virtual finance department
We provide scalable financial management solutions from basic bookkeeping to complete virtual CFO services. This flexible model supports high-growth businesses with management accounts, financial planning, and strategic advisory services without the overhead of in-house teams.
Tax advice
Our tax specialists deliver strategic advice to optimise tax efficiency while maintaining compliance. We help businesses navigate complex VAT, corporation tax, and PAYE regulations, implementing legally compliant strategies that maximise savings and support commercial objectives.
Charity services
We offer specialist accounting and audit services for charities, including governance advice and compliance support. Our team has extensive experience with charity-specific requirements like Gift Aid and trading subsidiaries, helping organisations focus on their core mission.
People
Mark Partridge
Founder
FCA-qualified accountant with Ernst & Young background, specialising in SME financial strategy. Founded Chariot House to help businesses control finances and achieve growth potential through expert accounting solutions.
Leanne Leverington
London Office Manager
ACA-qualified accountant managing Chariot House's London operations. Specialises in outsourced finance functions for e-commerce and charitable organisations, with responsibility for procedural consistency across the firm's services.
Dr Shona Wardrop
Head of Charity Services
Chartered accountant with 20+ years' charity sector experience, holding a PhD in Shiite Theology. Provides specialist audit and financial governance advice to diverse non-profit organisations, including community trusts and health charities.
Kelly Henman
Head of Payroll
Payroll specialist with 25 years' experience managing complex payroll systems for multi-site organisations. Oversees processing of 4,000 payslips monthly while maintaining compliance with evolving payroll regulations.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for SMEs?
We provide audit, payroll, tax advisory, and virtual finance department services tailored to SMEs' specific needs.
Do you specialise in charity accounting?
Yes, we offer specialist charity audit services and have won industry awards for our charity sector expertise.
Can you help with tax efficiency planning?
Our tax specialists develop legally compliant strategies to maximise savings while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Do you offer software implementation support?
We configure accounting software solutions and provide training to ensure optimal system utilisation for your business.
Are emergency accounting services available?
Yes, we provide urgent advisory services with direct access to senior accountants for critical business needs.
How do you support business growth?
We offer strategic financial planning, cash flow management, and investment readiness services to support sustainable growth.
