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Your Trusted Chartered Accountants in Wanstead, London
Alan Patient is an award-winning firm of chartered accountants and business advisors based in Wanstead, London. With a team of specialists, including former HM Inspector of Taxes professionals, we provide tailored accounting, tax planning, and business advisory services to corporate and private clients across the UK. Our expertise spans cloud accounting, management accounts, company secretarial services, and compliance support for academies and multi-academy trusts.We prioritise client relationships, offering a free initial consultation to understand individual needs and deliver solutions that minimise tax liabilities while maximising business growth. Recognised for our work with schools, startups, and established businesses, we combine technical excellence with a client-centric approach to ensure financial clarity and long-term success.
Services
Accounting Services
Tax Planning
Company Secretarial
Cloud Accounting
Management Accounts
Payroll Services
Audit Services
Business Advice
Academy Compliance
Tax Investigations
Highlights and features
- Award-winning chartered accountants with specialist academy school expertise
- Free initial consultation to tailor solutions to your specific needs
- Cloud accounting systems for real-time financial control and accessibility
- Former HMRC tax inspector on staff for expert tax compliance guidance
- Proven track record supporting business growth from startups to multi-million pound enterprises
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
What people say
Efficient service
Go the extra mile
Supportive during transitions
Helped update financial controls
Tax efficient solutions
Services
Accounting Services
We provide comprehensive accounting services including annual accounts, VAT compliance, and financial reporting. Our team ensures accurate record-keeping and regulatory compliance while identifying tax efficiency opportunities. Clients benefit from tailored solutions that reduce administrative burdens and improve financial decision-making through real-time data analysis.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services focus on legally minimising liabilities through strategic remuneration planning and compliance solutions. We assist with corporation tax, personal income tax, and capital gains tax matters. Clients receive proactive advice on legislative changes and representation during HMRC investigations to ensure complete compliance and financial protection.
Company Secretarial
We handle all company secretarial requirements including formations, confirmation statements, and constitutional changes. Our services ensure adherence to Companies House regulations while saving business owners time. Clients receive expert support with share restructuring, board resolutions, and maintaining statutory records to focus on core operations.
Cloud Accounting
Our cloud accounting solutions implement Xero software with ongoing support for real-time financial management. Services include system setup, quarterly healthchecks, and full bookkeeping. Clients gain 24/7 access to financial data, improved cash flow control, and seamless collaboration through secure digital platforms.
Management Accounts
We produce timely management accounts with profit/loss analysis and cash flow forecasts. Services include budgeting, KPI tracking, and financial performance reviews. Clients receive actionable insights to improve profitability, with flexible reporting formats tailored to business complexity and decision-making needs.
People
Alan Patient
Chartered Accountant & Founder
Fellow of the ICAEW with former HMRC experience, Alan specialises in tax compliance and business advisory. He leads client relationships and strategic direction.
Chris
Academy Specialist
Expert in academy school financial compliance, Chris manages BFRO completions and supports multi-academy trust formations with technical accounting expertise.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We offer full accounting services including annual accounts, VAT returns, management accounts, cloud accounting implementation, and compliance support for academies and businesses.
Do you provide free initial consultations?
Yes, we offer free no-obligation consultations to understand your needs and recommend tailored solutions during our first meeting.
How does your cloud accounting service work?
We implement Xero software, provide training, and offer ongoing support with quarterly healthchecks or full bookkeeping to enable real-time financial management.
Can you help with academy school compliance?
Yes, we specialise in academy compliance including BFRO completion, internal scrutiny requirements, and multi-academy trust formations with dedicated specialist support.
What tax planning services do you provide?
We offer tax planning for individuals and businesses, focusing on legal tax minimisation through remuneration strategies and compliance solutions.
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