Cottons Accountants LLP has been built on the principle that behind every successful business lies clear financial insight and dependable advice. As professional advisers and accountants, we align our services with the goals and ambitions of each client. We make it our business to understand yours, identifying challenges and opportunities that may not yet be apparent. By simplifying the numbers and outlining your best options, we enable confident, future-focused decision-making.
Our team provides a wide-ranging portfolio of services, from statutory compliance and outsourced finance functions to complex tax planning and corporate finance support. In addition, our audit services are designed not only to meet regulatory requirements but to add strategic value. We work closely with clients across various industries, offering bespoke advice that supports efficiency and sustainable growth. At Cottons, we remain committed to fostering long-term relationships built on trust, transparency, and consistent delivery of exceptional value.
Our team provides a wide-ranging portfolio of services, from statutory compliance and outsourced finance functions to complex tax planning and corporate finance support. In addition, our audit services are designed not only to meet regulatory requirements but to add strategic value. We work closely with clients across various industries, offering bespoke advice that supports efficiency and sustainable growth. At Cottons, we remain committed to fostering long-term relationships built on trust, transparency, and consistent delivery of exceptional value.
Served areas
- London
Details
- Year established: 1983
- Employees: 100
- Licensed
- Insured
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of trusted business and tax expertise
- Five offices including London and the Midlands
- Comprehensive services from tax to corporate finance
- Client-first approach with expert, approachable team
- Proven growth through strategic acquisitions and talent
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW
Payment methods
- Cash, Debit cards, Credit cards, Mobile payments, Bank transfers
Services
Managing your finances is easier when you partner with a team committed to excellence. We offer full or partial outsourcing options that cover everything from cost tracking to management reporting. By leveraging our experience, your business benefits from reduced administrative pressure and enhanced decision-making tools, all while remaining compliant and organised throughout the financial year.
Combining technical expertise with a personalised approach, our audit services provide valuable assurance for businesses seeking clarity and accountability. We collaborate closely with clients to uncover operational insights and resolve financial concerns. With a proven track record across sectors, our audits offer more than compliancethey enable better decisions and long-term resilience.
At Cottons, we offer tax services tailored to your individual or business needs, whether you're navigating VAT registration, planning for inheritance, or managing international trade. Tax impacts nearly every financial decision, so we ensure your obligations are clear and compliance is stress-free. Our experts advise with precision and handle all paperwork. We're here to minimise risk and liability.
Achieving sustainable business growth requires more than just ambitionit demands expert, tailored advice. We work closely with you to evaluate performance indicators, assess financial flows and benchmark against competitors. Our guidance is always direct and honest, designed to identify what works and what doesnt. With our strategic insight, your business is primed for lasting success.
Our Corporate Finance service at Cottons is designed to guide businesses through every key transition, from foundation to exit. Whether facing a merger, ownership change, or retirement planning, we deliver actionable advice with precision. We understand the importance of timing and alignment. A free discovery session allows us to assess how best to assist your objectives.
People
Ollie Warne
Consultant
Ollie is a consultant based in our London office who works closely with Cottons. He has built strong, lasting relationships with many of his clients, some of whom have been with him since the very start. While Ollie works across a wide range of industries, he has a particular expertise in the creative sectors.
Luke Prout
Tax Partner
Luke joined Cottons in June 2024 as a Tax Partner and has over 20 years experience in providing tax compliance and advisory services to all sizes of business, their owners, within the UK and also internationally. Prior to joining Cottons, Luke spent 6 years as a Partner of a Top 40 accounting practice and before then spent 13 years at a Top 15 practice. Lukes expertise spans a wide array of tax areas, including Company Tax, Income Tax, Stamp Duty Land Tax, VAT, Inheritance Tax, and Employment Taxes.
Ross Stokes
Consultant
Ross qualified as a chartered accountant in 2012 and has since held numerous senior positions in highly prestigious firms around London and the South East. He has worked with an array of clients from all industries. Ross particularly enjoys advising appropriate structures to achieve tax savings, performing deep dives into business models to achieve operational savings and takes pride at simplifying the numbers.
