Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accounting Services in North London
FMCB Chartered Accountants is a long-established firm based in North London with a rich history dating back to 1934. We specialise in providing tailored accountancy services and business advice to individuals, startups, SMEs, charities, trusts, and solicitors. Our team of experienced professionals, including four partners and a dedicated audit and accounts team, combines decades of expertise with a personal approach to client relationships. We offer a comprehensive range of services including accounts preparation, taxation, audit, payroll, management accounts, and specialist services for niche sectors.Our commitment to quality is underscored by our authorisation as registered auditors by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). We leverage modern cloud-based software solutions like Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks to deliver efficient digital services. With a focus on client care, we have maintained relationships with some clients for over 40 years, adapting to their evolving needs while maintaining the highest professional standards.
Services
Accounts Preparation
Taxation Services
Audit & Assurance
Payroll Services
Cloud-Based Software Solutions
Management Accounts
Company Secretarial
Specialist Services for Charities
Trusts & Solicitors
Details
- Year established: 1934
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined partner experience in accountancy.
- Our services are tailored to meet individual client needs and circumstances.
- We specialise in cloud-based accounting software integration for modern businesses.
- We are authorised auditors registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
- Our client relationships span decades, with some lasting over 40 years.
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Personal and highly professional touch
Approachable, expert
First class service
Genuine professionals
Grew with FMCB
Services
Accounts Preparation
We prepare statutory accounts for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships in accordance with FRS 102/105 standards. Our service includes Companies House filings, Corporation Tax computations, and stakeholder reporting. Clients benefit from accurate, compliant financial records that support informed business decisions.
Taxation Services
Our comprehensive tax services cover VAT, Corporation Tax, Income Tax, and Self Assessment returns. We provide tax planning advice to help businesses and individuals mitigate liabilities while maintaining full HMRC compliance. Expert guidance ensures clients understand and meet their obligations.
Audit & Assurance
As ICAEW-registered auditors, we conduct statutory audits for companies exceeding turnover, balance sheet, or employee thresholds. Our process includes financial statement review, compliance checks, and management reporting. We deliver audit opinions that meet Companies Act 2006 requirements with clear improvement recommendations.
Payroll Services
We manage full payroll processing, including payslips, RTI submissions, and PAYE/NIC calculations. Our services extend to auto-enrolment pensions, P11D forms, and compliance with HMRC regulations. Clients receive timely, accurate payroll management with expert support for workplace pension schemes.
Cloud-Based Software Solutions
We implement cloud accounting systems (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks) under HMRC's Making Tax Digital requirements. Our support includes software selection, data migration, and training. Businesses gain real-time financial insights while meeting digital record-keeping obligations through tailored technology solutions.
People
Jeffrey Zinkin
Partner
With over 50 years' experience, Jeffrey Zinkin qualified in 1972 and specialises in supporting business growth. He combines technical expertise with a client-focused approach, maintaining long-term relationships. His career spans decades of accounting practice evolution.
Suzanne Freeda
Partner
Suzanne Freeda qualified in 1985 after training at Stoy Hayward. She brings transatlantic experience from Philadelphia's accounting sector. Her focus areas include client relationship management and audit services, supported by deep sector knowledge and technical proficiency.
Gavin Zeiderman
Partner
Gavin Zeiderman became a partner in 2006 after rapid career progression. He specialises in startup advisory services, helping new businesses understand financial requirements. His technical expertise and client-focused approach support entrepreneurs at critical business stages.
Daniel Pottesman
Partner
Daniel Pottesman qualified in 2011 and became the firm's youngest partner in 2016. He combines modern accounting practices with traditional values, focusing on audit and assurance services. His expertise supports clients through complex financial compliance requirements.
Nicos Anayiotos
Consultant
Nicos Anayiotos has been with FMCB since 1975, qualifying as a partner in 1978. Specialising in taxation, he provides expert advice on complex tax matters. His career spans decades of tax regulation changes, offering continuity and depth of knowledge to clients.
Questions
What accounting services do FMCB offer?
We provide accounts preparation, taxation, audit, payroll, management accounts, cloud software solutions, company secretarial services, and specialist support for charities, trusts, and solicitors.
How does FMCB support startup businesses?
We offer tailored advice on business structure, bookkeeping, VAT registration, and payroll services. Our experts help startups make informed financial decisions from formation through growth phases.
Are FMCB qualified to perform statutory audits?
Yes, we are registered auditors authorised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), conducting full statutory audits for qualifying companies.
Do you support cloud accounting software implementation?
We specialise in implementing Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks systems under HMRC's Making Tax Digital requirements, including training and ongoing technical support.
How do you handle tax compliance for individuals?
We prepare and submit Self Assessment tax returns for directors, sole traders, and high-net-worth individuals, including capital gains and inheritance tax planning advice.
What specialist services are available for charities?
We provide SORP-compliant accounts preparation, independent examinations, audits for charities over £1m income, and Charity Commission filing compliance services.
