Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Chartered Accountants in Medway, Kent
The Carley Partnership is a chartered accounting firm established in 1950, serving businesses and individuals across Medway, Kent, London, and the South East. With over 70 years of experience, we are members of ICAEW and AISMA, offering audit, tax, business advisory, and specialist medical accounting services. Our team of three partners and 30+ staff provides tailored, proactive support, combining expertise in corporate finance, tax planning, and compliance.We utilise modern accounting software and virtual meetings to serve clients nationwide while maintaining a personal approach. Our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through partnerships like JustOneTree, planting trees for new clients.
Services
Accounts
Audit
Tax
Business Advisory
Medical Accounting
Payroll
Company Secretarial
Inheritance Tax Planning
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of experience in accountancy services.
- Our team includes specialists in medical accounting and corporate finance.
- We offer a proactive, bespoke service tailored to client needs.
- We utilise modern accounting software and virtual meeting platforms.
- We are committed to sustainability through partnerships like JustOneTree.
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
- AISMA
What people say
Saved me a lot of money
Highly recommend
Knowledgeable and professional
Patient and helpful
Massively helped
Services
Accounts
The Carley Partnership provides comprehensive accounting services for self-employed individuals, partnerships, and limited companies. We ensure accurate, timely completion of accounts and explain financial details clearly to support informed business decisions. Our expertise extends to minimising tax liabilities and identifying areas for business improvement.
Audit and Assurance
As a registered audit firm, we conduct statutory audits to enhance business credibility. Our audits examine accounting systems, deter fraud, and provide proactive business advice. We help companies meet legal requirements or offer tailored assurance services for non-exempt businesses.
Tax
We manage corporate and personal tax affairs with expertise since 1950. Services include remuneration planning, capital allowances, VAT advice, and compliance. Our proactive approach simplifies complex tax processes and ensures early submission of returns to maximise payment flexibility.
Business Advisory
Our corporate finance team offers business valuation, restructuring, and growth strategy services. We assist with acquisitions, sales, and financing, leveraging industry expertise to guide businesses through all life cycle stages from formation to retirement planning.
Medical Accounting
As AISMA members since 1998, we specialise in medical practice accounts, tax, and superannuation. Our dedicated team supports over 40 practices and 500 healthcare professionals with practice management, pension certificates, and VAT compliance tailored to the healthcare sector.
People
David A Stacey
Associate
David joined The Carley Partnership in 1991 and became an Associate in 2009. He specialises in limited company accounts and audits, with experience in corporate finance and company secretarial matters.
Larah E Carter
Medical Specialist
Larah joined The Carley Partnership in 2010 and qualified as a chartered accountant in 2016. She specialises in medical practitioner accounts, taxation, and bookkeeping software, including Xero and Sage.
Claire M Ralph
Senior Partner
Claire joined The Carley Partnership in 2000 and became a Partner in 2002. She focuses on corporate finance, business valuation, and advisory services, with experience in audit, accounts, and taxation.
Tanja Lawes
Managing Partner
Tanja joined The Carley Partnership in 1998 after graduating from Oxford Brooks University. She specialises in OMB limited companies, tax efficiencies, and audit services, managing practice administration and IT.
Lucie M Boaler
Partner
Lucie joined The Carley Partnership in 2002 after graduating from the University of Kent. She leads the medical specialist department, advising healthcare professionals on accounting, tax, and superannuation issues.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide accounts preparation for self-employed individuals, partnerships, and limited companies, including tax planning and business improvement analysis.
Are you qualified to perform statutory audits?
Yes, we are a registered audit firm offering statutory audits and assurance services tailored to business needs.
Do you specialise in medical sector accounting?
Yes, we are AISMA members with a dedicated medical accounting team supporting over 40 practices and 500 healthcare professionals.
Can you help with inheritance tax planning?
We offer specialist inheritance tax services including trusts, estate administration, and legacy planning with over 50 years' experience.
What business advisory services are available?
Our corporate finance team provides business valuations, restructuring advice, acquisition/sale support, and growth strategy planning.
How do you support remote clients?
We use virtual meetings via Microsoft Teams and Zoom to serve clients nationwide while maintaining personal service standards.
