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Your Trusted Chartered Accountants in Croydon
Bryden Johnson has provided accountancy and business support services to companies and high-net-worth individuals across London and Surrey for over 125 years. Our approach prioritises clarity, transparency, and client-centric solutions, offering fixed-price agreements and upfront fee structures to ensure certainty in every engagement. We combine deep industry expertise with innovative practices, delivering added value through proactive involvement in clients' day-to-day operations. Our team of Chartered Accountants and business advisers works collaboratively to meet statutory obligations while driving growth through tailored financial strategies. With a legacy of trust built over decades, we specialise in sectors including hospitality, construction, and not-for-profit organisations.Our digital accounting expertise, including Xero Gold Partnerships, empowers clients with modern financial tools. We maintain rigorous compliance with legislative requirements while providing strategic guidance on tax planning, business valuations, and succession planning. Our client relationships often span decades, reflecting our commitment to understanding unique business needs and delivering consistent, reliable advice. We operate with integrity, ensuring all services meet the highest professional standards while fostering long-term partnerships with owner-managed businesses.
Services
Accounts
Audit
Business Advisory
Tax
Payroll
Digital Accounting
Company Secretarial
Personal Tax
Highlights and features
- We offer fixed-price agreements with transparent fee structures
- Our team includes Chartered Accountants with sector-specific expertise
- We provide proactive financial guidance through digital accounting solutions
- We maintain 40+ years of client relationships through consistent service delivery
- Our audit services include strategic business improvement recommendations
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants
- Xero Gold Partners
What people say
45 years of service
Transparent fees
Proactive advice
Trusted advisor
Efficient processing
Services
Accounts
We provide comprehensive accounting services including management accounts, financial statements, and regulatory compliance. Our fixed-fee structure ensures transparency while delivering timely, accurate financial information. Clients benefit from enhanced systems and processes tailored to their business needs.
Audit
Our audit services combine statutory compliance with strategic business improvement. We offer credibility through independent financial assurance and proactive recommendations for operational efficiency. Fixed pricing and six-week turnaround times ensure predictable service delivery.
Business Advisory
We help businesses develop growth strategies through tailored business plans and cashflow forecasting. Our advisory services cover succession planning, mergers and acquisitions, and financial coaching for owner-managed businesses across multiple sectors.
Tax
Our tax specialists provide comprehensive planning to minimise liabilities across corporation tax, inheritance tax, and VAT. We offer fixed-fee personal tax returns and strategic business tax restructuring with HMRC compliance assurance.
Payroll
We deliver full payroll processing with GDPR-compliant data management. Our services include CIS payments, auto-enrolment pensions, and real-time reporting using BrightPay software to ensure HMRC compliance and operational efficiency.
People
Neil Johnson
Director
Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants with 30+ years' experience. Specialises in hospitality and charitable sectors, providing strategic financial guidance to businesses with turnovers up to 30m.
Jackie Wilding
Managing Director
40-year veteran in accountancy with expertise in construction and professional services. Focuses on long-term client relationships and business coaching for owner-managed companies.
Sean Dorman
Director
Xero-certified Chartered Accountant specialising in digital transformation. Leads technology implementation for media, healthcare, and property sectors while providing strategic business advisory services.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide full accounting services including management accounts, financial reporting, audit, tax planning, payroll, and digital accounting solutions for businesses in London and Surrey.
How do your fixed-fee agreements work?
Our fixed-fee agreements establish clear pricing upfront with no hidden charges. Fees are agreed before service delivery, covering all specified accounting and advisory work.
Can you help with business succession planning?
Yes, we specialise in business succession strategies including tax-efficient transfers, management buyouts, and intergenerational transitions for owner-managed businesses.
Do you offer digital accounting support?
As Xero Gold Partners, we implement digital accounting systems with real-time financial tracking, automated bank feeds, and mobile access for small to medium-sized businesses.
How do you handle tax compliance?
We provide comprehensive tax services including HMRC compliance, tax return preparation, and strategic planning to minimise liabilities across all business and personal tax matters.
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Robert Wicks
Feb 24, 2022
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5 star recommendation for all the team at Bryden Johnson. A superb practice to deal with, you won't find a more diligent and professional accountant/consultancy. Very happy.
Matthew Jennings
Jun 28, 2020
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I have always found Bryden Johnson to be an extremely professional outfit. Neil/Jackie/Sean have done a fantastic job in providing a high quality level of service to their customers through their brilliant team. I would highly recommend.
