Chartered Since 1992 · Canary Wharf

Trusted by Businesses
That Demand More
From Their Accountants.

Sterling & Cole — ICAEW and ACCA Chartered Accountants at Canary Wharf. Proactive tax planning, expert business advisory, and financial clarity for ambitious companies.

£2.1bn
Client Turnover
1,400+
Active Clients
34 yrs
Years of Practice
£340K+
Tax Saved (avg/yr)

We have managed

£340K

for clients just like you

ICAEW
ACCA
CTA
Xero Gold
Est. 1992
Chartered Since 1992
£2.1bn
Client Turnover Managed
1,400+
Active Clients
4
Professional Qualifications

Regulated & Accredited By

ICAEWInstitute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales
ACCAAssociation of Chartered Certified Accountants
CTAChartered Tax Adviser — Chartered Institute of Taxation
ATTAssociation of Taxation Technicians
XeroXero Platinum Partner
QBOQuickBooks ProAdvisor Gold

Our Services

A complete accounting and advisory practice covering every aspect of your financial life.

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Tax Planning

Strategic personal and corporate tax planning that legally minimises your liability — from R&D tax credits and capital allowances to inheritance tax mitigation.

£2.1bn client turnover managed
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Business Advisory

From growth strategy and cash flow forecasting to management accounts and board reporting — we act as a trusted finance partner, not just a year-end filing service.

320+ businesses advised
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Annual Accounts

Statutory accounts prepared to FRS 102 or IFRS standards, filed accurately and on time with Companies House and HMRC. Clear, well-presented financials.

Filed 4,800+ sets of accounts
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Payroll

Full payroll bureau service including RTI submissions, auto-enrolment pension administration, P60s, P11Ds, and construction industry scheme (CIS) compliance.

6,200 employees on payroll
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VAT

VAT registration, quarterly returns, Making Tax Digital compliance, partial exemption calculations, and advice on international transactions.

100% MTD compliant
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Company Formation

Register your limited company, LLP, or branch in as little as 24 hours. We handle all HMRC and Companies House registrations and initial tax structuring.

850+ companies incorporated

Our Team

Jonathan Sterling

Jonathan Sterling

Managing Partner — FCA, ICAEW

Tax PlanningCorporate FinanceM&A Advisory
Diana Cole

Diana Cole

Senior Partner — FCCA, ACCA

Business AdvisoryFinancial ReportingAudit
Marcus Okafor

Marcus Okafor

Tax Partner — CTA, ATT

Corporation TaxVATInternational Tax
Priya Mehta

Priya Mehta

Director — ACA, ICAEW

PayrollCompany FormationBookkeeping

Our Track Record

£2.1bn in client turnover managed every year.

From sole traders to listed companies, our clients trust us to protect their finances, minimise their tax, and keep them ahead of regulatory change.

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Book Your Free Consultation

30 minutes with a qualified partner — no obligation, no cost. Available in-person at Canary Wharf or by video call.

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1400+ clients trust Sterling & Cole

What Our Guests Say

Based on 4 reviews
Sterling & Cole have managed our group accounts for six years. Their tax planning advice alone has saved us over £340,000. Jonathan and his team are meticulous and proactive.
Richard B.Verifiedgoogle

Industry Sectors We Serve

Deep expertise across the sectors that drive the London economy.

💻Technology & SaaS
🏢Property & Real Estate
🏥Healthcare & Life Sciences
🛍Retail & Ecommerce
🏦Financial Services
📁Professional Services
🍽Hospitality & Leisure
Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Frequently Asked Questions