Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Chartered Accountants in Maidstone
Established in 1970 through the merger of two firms dating back to before 1930, Couch Bright King has built a legacy of excellence in accounting and advisory services. Our firm combines decades of expertise with a commitment to delivering personalized solutions for businesses and individuals. Specialising in statutory audits, tax compliance, and financial planning, we serve clients across diverse sectors including property management, charities, and high-net-worth individuals. As a registered auditor with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, we adhere to rigorous professional standards while maintaining a client-centric approach. Our team of experienced partners and professionals provides tailored guidance on capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and trust administration, alongside comprehensive bookkeeping and payroll services.With a history of continuous adaptation, we relocated to Maidstone in 2022 while retaining a central London presence for client meetings. Our regulatory compliance expertise under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 ensures clients receive authoritative advice on investment business activities. We prioritise transparency in fee structures, offering estimated costs based on time spent by qualified professionals. As a training office for the Institute of Chartered Accountants, we invest in developing future accounting leaders while maintaining our reputation for resolving complex tax issues for expatriates and overseas visitors.
Services
Tax Returns
Statutory Audits
Payroll Services
Trust Administration
Inheritance Tax Planning
Corporate Secretarial
Capital Gains Tax
Financial Compliance
Probate Accounts
Tax Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined audit and tax expertise
- Our team conducts statutory audits for private companies
- Specialists in capital gains tax calculations for property and investments
- Regulated by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
- We provide tailored tax planning for high-net-worth individuals
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
What people say
Expert tax advice
Professional audit services
Knowledgeable partners
Regulatory compliance experts
Personalised service
Services
Statutory Audits
We conduct statutory audits for private limited companies, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Our team provides independent examination of financial statements, offering assurance to stakeholders while identifying areas for financial improvement. This service supports businesses in maintaining transparency and meeting legal obligations.
Tax Returns
Specialised preparation of personal and corporate tax returns covering income tax, capital gains tax, and value-added tax. We handle complex tax scenarios for property transactions, business disposals, and international tax matters while ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and optimising tax efficiency.
Trust Administration
Comprehensive trust administration services including account preparation, tax return filings, and compliance with fiduciary responsibilities. We support trustees with capital gains tax calculations, inheritance tax planning, and financial reporting to ensure proper management of trust assets.
Payroll Services
Computerised payroll solutions for businesses of all sizes, covering salary calculations, tax deductions, and statutory reporting. Our service ensures compliance with PAYE regulations while providing accurate and timely payment processing through modern accounting software systems.
Inheritance Tax Planning
Specialist advice on inheritance tax mitigation strategies, including trust structures and asset transfers. We help clients navigate complex tax rules for property, investments, and business assets while ensuring compliance with current legislation and minimising tax liabilities.
People
Brian Leach
Partner
Specialising in taxation matters for trusts and high-net-worth individuals, Brian brings extensive experience from the Inland Revenue and Henderson Administration Ltd. Qualified since 1971, he joined the firm in 1999 as a partner with expertise in complex tax compliance.
Dean Cates
Partner
Statutory auditor with expertise in property management clients and charities. Qualified since 1999, Dean handles personal taxation and trust administration while overseeing the firm's compliance and training responsibilities under financial regulations.
Peter Reeve
Partner
Specialist in limited companies and self-employed client services, Peter has over 30 years' experience covering accountancy, taxation, and compliance matters. He joined the firm in 2013 following his partnership at Lyndoe Reeves, bringing expertise in statutory audits.
Tarwa Mohammed
Partner
First female partner at the firm, Tarwa specialises in audit services and regulatory compliance. With experience at Big Four firms, she provides leadership in audit engagements and maintains the firm's commitment to client service excellence.
Tony Oakes
Consultant
Former senior partner with extensive experience in personal financial matters and trust administration. Retired in 2022 but continues to provide specialist tax and financial planning advice to long-standing clients.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for businesses?
We prepare accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, conduct statutory audits, and provide corporate secretarial services including registered office facilities.
Do you handle tax matters for individuals?
Yes, we prepare personal tax returns, handle capital gains tax calculations, and provide specialist advice on property taxation, expatriate tax issues, and trust-related tax matters.
Are you qualified to perform statutory audits?
Yes, we are registered auditors with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales and conduct audits for private companies and charities.
How do you charge for your services?
Our fees are based on time spent by qualified professionals, with estimates provided before work commences. Partners have separate hourly rates for transparency.
Do you offer trust and estate administration services?
Yes, we provide trust account preparation, tax return filings, and inheritance tax planning services, alongside executorship and court of protection accounts.
Can you assist with compliance under financial regulations?
We ensure compliance with the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 and are regulated by ICAEW for investment business activities.
