Business Details
44 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting Services in London
Established in 1982, A E L Markhams has built a reputation as a trusted accounting and advisory firm based in Belsize Park, London. Our firm combines decades of industry experience with modern digital solutions to deliver tailored financial services to businesses and individuals across diverse sectors. With a focus on personalised support, we specialise in tax planning, financial forecasting, and business valuations, ensuring clients receive strategic advice aligned with their unique needs. Our senior team maintains hands-on involvement in every client relationship, providing expert guidance and fostering long-term partnerships.We serve owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals in industries ranging from creative arts to healthcare, offering bespoke solutions that address sector-specific challenges. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our adoption of cutting-edge technology, including Making Tax Digital compliance, while retaining the personal touch that has defined our practice for over four decades. Client testimonials highlight our responsiveness, industry expertise, and ability to transform accounting into a strategic asset for business growth.
Services
Accounts and Tax Returns
VAT Returns
Payroll and Pensions
Audit Services
Financial Data Management
Personal Income Tax
Cloud Software Implementation
Management Accounting
Business Valuations
Tax Planning
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We provide hands-on senior team involvement for all client accounts
- Our 40+ years of experience spans diverse industry specialisms
- We combine traditional expertise with Making Tax Digital compliance
- Client testimonials highlight exceptional responsiveness and strategic insight
- We offer sector-specific accounting solutions for creative, healthcare, and property industries
What people say
Professional and responsive team
Exceptional business support
Reliable and proactive service
Expert tax advice
Personalised financial solutions
Services
Accounts and Tax Returns
We prepare accurate accounts and tax returns while identifying industry-specific tax-saving opportunities. Our service ensures compliance with HMRC regulations while maximising deductions for businesses and individuals. Clients benefit from strategic financial reporting that supports informed decision-making.
VAT Returns
Our expert team handles VAT return preparation, submission, and compliance for businesses of all sizes. We ensure timely filings, manage complex VAT schemes, and provide advisory services to optimise VAT positions while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Payroll and Pensions
We manage payroll processing, pension contributions, and statutory reporting requirements. Our service guarantees accurate payslips, timely HMRC submissions, and compliance with evolving employment regulations to protect both employers and employees.
Business Valuations
We provide detailed business valuations for mergers, acquisitions, or succession planning. Our analysis considers market conditions, financial performance, and industry benchmarks to deliver accurate valuations that support strategic business decisions.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning service develops legal strategies to minimise tax liabilities while maintaining compliance. We focus on corporate tax, personal tax, and industry-specific reliefs to enhance clients' financial positions through proactive planning.
People
Marc Bennett
Partner
With over 30 years' experience, Marc specialises in business growth and succession planning for owner-managed businesses. He contributes to professional journals and serves on industry committees while maintaining active client relationships.
Ravi Agrawal
Associate Director
Qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2016, Ravi oversees client managers and focuses on process improvement. He was promoted to Associate Director in 2024 following significant contributions to firm growth.
Jonathan Butters
Partner
A qualified Chartered Accountant since 1991, Jonathan leads client relationships and advisory services. He managed the successful merger with Butters Gates & Co and maintains expertise in business advisory.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for creative professionals?
We provide tailored solutions for photographers, media companies, and creatives, including cash flow management, VAT handling for international sales, and income stream optimisation.
How do you support property businesses with financial management?
We help property developers and landlords manage rental income, service charges, capital gains tax, and cyclical market challenges through strategic accounting solutions.
What makes your healthcare sector accounting different?
Our healthcare accounting specialists handle complex NHS reimbursements, medical inventory management, and GDPR-compliant financial practices for opticians and medical providers.
Do you offer digital accounting solutions?
Yes, we provide Making Tax Digital-compliant services and cloud software implementation using platforms like Xero for modern financial management.
How do you assist entrepreneurs with tax reliefs?
We help startups and growing businesses navigate Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) and Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) tax reliefs to maximise funding opportunities.
What advisory services do you provide for business succession?
We offer comprehensive succession planning, business valuations, and exit strategies to ensure smooth leadership transitions and long-term business continuity.
