Your Local Chartered Accountants in Croydon & Surrey
Looking for dedicated, qualified accounting guidance right here in Croydon? Crest Accounting Ltd is founded by former FTSE Finance Director Jane Ward (FCMA, CGMA, MiP) and Melza Linfield (BSC, FCA).
We deliver top-tier, proactive accounting and charity SORP compliance at transparent, affordable prices — with accounts review and statutory submissions starting from £500.
- Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: By appointment
- Sunday: Closed
Croydon, Bromley, Sutton, Kingston upon Thames, Greater London, Surrey, and non-profits across the entire UK via secure cloud software.
Estimate Your Tailored Accounting Fee
Transparent, competitive rates with accounts review starting from £500. No hidden hourly surcharges.
*Approx. £93 – £142/month. Includes statutory filing starting at £500.
Traditional Practice vs Crest Accounting
See why non-profit trustees and SME business owners choose our dedicated chartered model.
| Key Consideration | Typical High-Street Firm | Crest Accounting Ltd |
|---|---|---|
| Who handles your accounts | Passed around between junior clerks and trainees | Directly handled by qualified leaders (Jane Ward FCMA or Melza Linfield FCA) |
| Pricing structure | Vague hourly estimates with unexpected end-of-year add-ons | Fixed, transparent fees starting from £500. Zero hidden extras |
| Charity & SORP specialization | General commercial focus with limited non-profit knowledge | Specialist non-profit mastery (FRS 102 SORP, Charity Commission filings) |
| Xero Cloud Accounting | Extra software fees or insistence on old desktop ledgers | Full certified Xero setup and ongoing support included at no extra cost |
| Response time & communication | Slow responses; chasing calls across busy practice managers | Direct phone and email contact with guaranteed 24-hour response |
| Governance and legal duties | Numbers only; minimal advisory for trustees or directors | Comprehensive trustee advice, governance reviews, and risk guidance |