Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Chartered Accountants in Greenwich, London
Established in 1969, Andrew Cross has built a reputation for delivering exceptional accounting and advisory services to businesses and individuals. Originally founded by Andrew Cross in Lewisham, we have served clients for over five decades, combining deep industry expertise with a commitment to personalized service. Our team of chartered certified accountants, including partners Charlotte Cross and Carla Valentino, brings decades of collective experience in financial strategy, tax compliance, and business growth. We pride ourselves on understanding our clients' unique needs, offering tailored solutions that enhance both personal and business wealth.In 2024, we relocated to modern premises in Greenwich, maintaining our local focus while expanding our capacity to serve clients across South East London. Our services span accounts preparation, payroll management, tax planning, VAT compliance, and strategic business advisory, supported by cutting-edge tools and a client-centric approach. With a legacy of excellence and a forward-looking mindset, we remain dedicated to helping clients navigate financial challenges and seize opportunities for sustainable success.
Services
Accounting
Tax Planning
Payroll Services
Business Advisory
VAT Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of experience in accountancy and tax advisory services.
- Our team includes chartered certified accountants with specialist expertise in business growth.
- We provide personalized financial strategies tailored to individual client requirements.
- Our services cover full compliance, tax planning, and strategic business development.
- We maintain a local focus with offices in Greenwich and South East London.
Associations and certifications
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
What people say
Exceptional expertise
Personalized service
Long-term support
Strategic advice
Reliable compliance
Services
Accounting Services
We provide comprehensive accounting services including management accounts, statutory reporting, and consolidated accounts for groups. Our team prepares budgets, cash flow forecasts, and tailored financial reports to ensure compliance and support strategic decision-making for businesses of all sizes.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services focus on minimizing liabilities through strategic inheritance tax, capital gains tax, and trust planning. We offer compliance solutions for self-assessment returns while providing forward-looking advice on employee pay schemes and benefits in kind to optimize clients' tax positions.
Payroll Management
We handle all aspects of payroll administration including PAYE, NIC, statutory payments, and student loan deductions. Our dedicated department offers scalable solutions from full-service payroll to ad-hoc support, ensuring compliance and freeing businesses to focus on core operations.
Business Advisory
We provide strategic business advisory services covering start-up support, financial forecasting, and growth planning. Our team assists with business structure selection, cash flow projections, and compliance requirements, helping entrepreneurs transform ideas into sustainable enterprises through expert financial guidance.
VAT Compliance
Our VAT specialists help businesses navigate complex regulations through registration assistance, scheme selection, and return preparation. We focus on minimizing liabilities while ensuring compliance, offering dispute resolution support and HMRC representation to protect clients' interests.
People
Charlotte Cross
Partner
Qualified Chartered Certified Accountant with over 25 years' experience. Specializes in business strategy and marketing. Holds a First Class Mathematics degree from King's College London. Leads company growth initiatives.
Carla Valentino
Partner
Chartered Certified Accountant since 2006. Specializes in tax planning and compliance. Interests include Italian language studies and equestrian activities. Provides strategic leadership as firm partner.
Andy Lau
Financial Accountant
Qualified financial accountant and auditor with over 30 years' experience. Former nurse with international background. Specializes in financial reporting and audit processes for business clients.
Andrew Cross
Founder
Chartered Accountant and founder with 50+ years' industry experience. Established practice in 1969. Specializes in business growth strategies and client relationship management. Continues to provide strategic direction.
Tony Thompson
Senior Accountant
Experienced accountant with decades of service. Specializes in compliance and audit. Passionate traveler and photographer. Provides continuity as long-standing member of the team.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide accounts preparation, management accounts, statutory reporting, consolidated accounts, and financial forecasting tailored to business needs.
Do you support business start-ups?
Yes, we help with business structure selection, cash flow projections, compliance registration, and financial system setup for new businesses.
How do you handle tax planning?
We offer strategic tax planning for inheritance tax, capital gains tax, and business taxation while ensuring full compliance with current regulations.
What payroll services are available?
We manage PAYE, NIC, statutory payments, and full payroll administration with scalable solutions for businesses of all sizes.
Are you VAT specialists?
Yes, we provide VAT registration, compliance, scheme selection, and dispute resolution services to minimize liabilities.
