Business Details
Specialist Charity Accountants in London
NfP Accountants is a specialist accounting firm dedicated to supporting small charities and social enterprises across Greater London. Founded by Chartered Accountant Charles Ssempijja, we combine over a decade of sector-specific experience with a commitment to accessible, jargon-free financial management. Our approach integrates strategic governance with operational efficiency, ensuring charities can focus on their core missions while maintaining robust financial compliance. We exclusively serve organisations with annual incomes below 1.5m, prioritising those under 500,000 to align with our mission of democratising high-quality accounting support.Our team delivers tailored bookkeeping systems, statutory compliance services, and governance assurance while maintaining regulatory oversight through the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales. With a 30-day guarantee on accounts preparation and a focus on donor reporting transparency, we aim to exceed client expectations through proactive communication and competitive pricing structures.
Services
Charity Accounting
Bookkeeping Systems
Independent Examination
Financial Management
Donor Reporting
Statutory Compliance
Grant Audits
Internal Audits
Highlights and features
- We offer over 10 years of specialist experience in charity sector accounting
- Our team provides dedicated high-calibre accountants at accessible rates
- We deliver jargon-free financial management and reporting solutions
- Our 30-day guarantee ensures timely completion of statutory accounts
- We maintain regulatory compliance through ICAEW Practice Assurance Scheme
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales (Practice Assurance Scheme)
What people say
Highly skilled team
Pro-bono support
Jargon-free explanations
Reliable compliance
Timely delivery
Services
Charity Accounting
Specialist accounting services tailored to small charities and social enterprises. We provide statutory compliance, donor reporting, and financial management solutions that align with sector-specific regulations. Our team ensures accurate VAT processing, partial exemption calculations, and seamless preparation of annual accounts for submission to regulatory bodies.
Bookkeeping Systems
Customised bookkeeping systems designed for charity operations. We implement robust processes to track restricted funds, project costs, and functional expenses while ensuring donor compliance. Our approach integrates management information systems with day-to-day financial operations to streamline reporting requirements and reduce administrative burdens.
Independent Examination
Regulatory-compliant independent examinations for charities with incomes between 25,000 and 1 million. Our process provides negative assurance opinions in accordance with Charity Commission guidelines, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements while offering practical recommendations for financial control improvements.
Financial Management
Comprehensive financial management support including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis. We help charities develop financial strategies aligned with their operational goals, providing jargon-free management accounts and benchmarking analyses against sector standards to support informed decision-making.
Donor Reporting
Specialist donor reporting services that ensure compliance with funding requirements. We implement systems for ongoing donor compliance tracking, prepare grant audit documentation, and provide direct support for donor meetings to maintain transparent financial relationships and secure continued funding.
People
Charles Ssempijja
Director
Chartered Accountant with over 10 years' experience in charity sector financial management. Specialises in strategic governance integration and regulatory compliance for small charities. Provides pro-bono support to select organisations and serves on multiple charity boards.
Questions
What types of charities do you work with?
We specialise in supporting small charities and social enterprises with annual incomes below £1.5 million, prioritising those with incomes under £500,000.
Do you offer fixed-fee accounting services?
Yes, we agree competitive fixed fees in advance with all clients to ensure complete transparency and no unexpected costs.
How quickly can you complete statutory accounts?
We guarantee completion of statutory accounts and assurance assignments within 30 days through our streamlined compliance processes.
Can you help with donor compliance requirements?
Yes, we implement systems for ongoing donor compliance tracking and provide direct support for donor meetings and funding applications.
Are you regulated by professional accounting bodies?
We operate under the Practice Assurance Scheme of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Do you provide budgeting and forecasting support?
Yes, we help charities develop budgeting frameworks and cash flow forecasting tools tailored to their specific funding models and operational needs.
