McCabe Ford Williams

Business Details

50+ Years

experience

Your Trusted Chartered Accountants in Kent

Established in 1936, we are one of Kent's leading chartered accountancy firms with 14 partners and over 100 staff across seven offices. Our heritage spans more than eight decades, combining the expertise of a regional firm with the accessibility of local service. We specialise in delivering tailored financial solutions to SMEs, individuals, and charitable organisations, covering compliance, tax planning, audits, and specialist advisory services. Our approach prioritises understanding client needs to provide proactive support, with sector-specific expertise in agriculture, charities, medical practices, and academy schools. As registered auditors with the ICAEW, we maintain rigorous professional standards while offering probate services and estate planning.

Our commitment to innovation ensures we provide modern accounting solutions, including cloud-based systems and payroll management, without compromising on personal service. With offices in Ashford, Cranbrook, Dover, Herne Bay, Maidstone, Rochester, and Sittingbourne, we serve clients across Kent, London, and the South East. Our team's depth of knowledge is demonstrated through long-standing client relationships, with many businesses working with us for decades. We pride ourselves on transparent communication, technical excellence, and a dedication to helping clients navigate financial challenges while maximising opportunities for growth.

Services

Accounts Tax Payroll Audit Bookkeeping Probate Management Accounting Company Secretarial External Finance Department Specialist Advisory

Details

Year established: 1936

Highlights and features

We have over 85 years of experience serving Kent businesses since 1936
Seven strategically located offices provide local accessibility across Kent
Tailored services address specific client needs across 8+ industry sectors
14 partners and 100+ staff deliver sector-specific accounting expertise
ICAEW-registered probate services with dedicated specialist teams

Associations and certifications

Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)

What people say

Depth of knowledge Efficient probate service Proactive support Friendly professionals Reliable payroll management

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Services

Accounts

Our accounting services cover year-end accounts, budgeting, and financial reporting for businesses of all sizes. We ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while providing strategic financial insights. Our team handles statutory accounts, management reporting, and company secretarial duties with precision.

Tax

Comprehensive tax services include personal and corporate tax planning, capital gains, and inheritance tax strategies. We help clients minimise liabilities while maintaining compliance with HMRC regulations through proactive planning and expert advisory.

Payroll

Our payroll solutions manage salary processing, pension schemes, and HMRC submissions for businesses of all sizes. We offer BACS bureau facilities and ensure compliance with evolving employment tax regulations through efficient, accurate processing.

Audit

ICAEW-registered audit services cover statutory and non-statutory audits for companies, charities, and academy schools. Our experienced team provides independent examinations, internal audit support, and compliance assurance with professional standards.

Probate

Specialist probate assistance guides clients through estate administration and inheritance tax calculations. Our dedicated team handles wills, trusts, and estate planning with sensitivity, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and timely resolution.

Questions

What accounting services do you offer for SMEs?

We provide year-end accounts, management accounting, budgeting, and company secretarial services tailored to small and medium businesses across Kent.

Do you handle both personal and corporate tax matters?

Yes, our tax services cover personal tax returns, corporation tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax planning for individuals and businesses.

Are your audit services ICAEW accredited?

Yes, we are registered auditors with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, providing statutory and non-statutory audits.

How do your payroll services work?

We manage payroll processing, pension schemes, and HMRC submissions with BACS bureau facilities, ensuring compliance with employment tax regulations.

Do you offer probate assistance?

Yes, our specialist probate team handles estate administration, wills, and inheritance tax calculations with professional support and guidance.

What sectors do you specialise in?

We have sector expertise in agriculture, charities, medical practices, academy schools, manufacturing, and professional services across Kent and the South East.

Reviews (4)

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Martin Simpson

Oct 25, 2019 Report

I have left after only one year, after their fee was 3-4 times higher than the quotation (not estimated), and not all the work had been completed. The director complained about the state of the accounts, but this was put to them from the beginning. All the companies accounts were late in curing fines all round from HMRC and Company House, because the director was not totally satisfied with the accounts, but later was. They also failed to register CIS scheme as part of the quotation before the end of the sub-contractors tax year, which now could trigger HMRC tax investigations. A VAT registration

Sophia Zammit

Sep 05, 2019 Report

We passed all of our accounts over to MFW back in 2016 as our last accountant made a hash of our books. MFW pricing was extremely fair. We are more than happy with their services and find them very friendly & efficient from the outset and cannot complain about anything. Well done MFW, thanks for all your help and keep up the excellent work!

Catherine & Craig Alexander

Jun 03, 2019 Report

I have been working with McCabe Ford Williams for a number of years now and it has been a great experience. They provide excellent customer service, and are always happy to help if I ever have any questions.They make the managing of my accounts easy and straight forward, and I can highly recommend them.

Stuart Edwards

Jul 16, 2017 Report

I have worked with MFW Dover for many years and there support and service is exceptional. The team are brilliant and they often times bend over backwards to help and advise. Their all-round business advice is something I would not ordinarily associate with an accountancy firm but Ian Pascall and team are always there to help and offer their support accumulated from many years of business experience. Absolutely first class. There costs are reasonable and I cannot fault them in any way.