City of London Livery Companies - Wide shot of City of London

Specialist support for livery companies

There are currently 110 Livery Companies which collectively gave a total of over £41 million to charitable causes. We at Kreston Reeves have acted for many of these Livery Companies and Guilds for over 50 years.

We understand the traditions associated with the Livery Companies and the manner in which they and the City are governed. Many of our partners and former partners are themselves Liverymen or Freeman of the City.

We understand that through history every Livery Company has developed its own characteristics and therefore the requirements of each Company are different and we tailor our approach accordingly.

Our Livery Company accountancy services include:

Although Livery Companies are not themselves charities, they are philanthropic by nature and our long term commitment to this sector has led us to offering training seminars for those responsible for Livery Company finances and charity trustees. Areas covered include: governance issues, trustee responsibilities, Statement of Recommended Practice for charities, public benefit, charitable trading, property and livery halls, VAT updates, other tax updates and employment issues.

  • Examination or audit of the Company's accounts
  • Audit or independent examination of the related charities
  • Bookkeeping and management accounts
  • VAT reviews and advice
  • Corporation tax compliance
  • Payroll including year end returns and PAYE settlement agreements
  • Advice on Governance issues and Trustee responsibilities

How we've helped livery companies

Meet our livery company team

Stephen Tanner

Stephen Tanner BSc (Econ) FCA

Audit and Assurance Partner, and Head of City of London Livery Companies

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