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Business Plans
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NHS Pension Management Solution
Accounting Services & Software
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Company Secretarial
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Forensic Accounting & Litigation Support
Personal Tax and Wealth Planning
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Bookkeeping
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Employment Tax
Jitendra Pattani - Managing Partner Wilder Coe
Chairman & Statutory Director
Jitendra Pattani - Managing Partner Wilder Coe
Jitendra Pattani

Chairman & Statutory Director

Jitendra Pattani’s portfolio of corporate and personal tax clients covers a wide range of business sectors, with particular focus and expertise in the hotels, renewable energy and fashion retail sectors, where he acts for several high net-worth clients with an international presence. Jitendra offers his clients technical expertise in areas that encompass corporate finance, including the due diligence of acquisitions and disposals and forensic accounting.

Special assignments undertaken by Jitendra include:

  • advising on overall refinancing facilities of over £750 million for a substantial hotel group in Central London;
  • advising on the £260 million acquisition of a hotel in Central London;
  • advising on the £100 million sale of a hotel in Central London;
  • advising on the portfolio sale of a collection of solar farms with a gross deal value of in excess of £50 million;
  • acting as part of an expert witness team assisting the High Court in relation to a client’s claim for damages against a major Utilities company, where substantial damages of £2.7 million were awarded by the High Court in a landmark case.

Jitendra joined Wilder Coe in 1991 as an Audit Supervisor, was appointed as the firm’s Managing Partner in 2017 and appointed as Chairman in 2023.

He heads up Wilder Coe’s India desk, and in 2010 was awarded a British Government full Scholarship to attend an Executive Programme at the IM Ahmedabad, acclaimed as India’s Harvard, and ranked as one of the top international business schools. Through the programme, Jitendra gained valuable practical insight into the Indian markets and was able to cultivate a valuable network of contacts, aiding both Wilder Coe Ltd and our clients in business dealings in India.

Professional Memberships

  • A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Audit
  • Tax Planning
  • Corporate Finance
  • Forensic Accounting
  • Management

Sectors of Expertise

  • Renewable Energy
  • Hotels
  • Fashion Retail

Qualifications

  • FCA

Read Jitendra Pattani’s latest insights:

Managing Partner & Statutory Director
Bee-Lean Chew

Managing Partner & Statutory Director

Bee-Lean Chew provides her clients with a clear and understandable presentation of facts, in all matters relating to Forensic Accounting. As an experienced member of the Forensic Accounting team and a Certified Fraud Examiner, Bee can support you with personal and corporate investigations.

Her expertise extends to the greater corporate arena where she has years of experience in audit, financial reporting and taxation. She has advised clients of all sizes, including multi-national groups, on designing and implementing financial management systems. She is particularly adept at complex IT structures and internal controls. She acts as the principal in due diligence, forensic accounting and valuation assignments.

Bee also provides CPD training to solicitors and fellow business professionals.

Bee-Lean Chew trained with Wilder Coe and became a Partner in 2005. Bee became the Joint Managing Partner of Wilder Coe, alongside Robert Bradman, in 2023.

As well as being a Chartered Accountant, Bee has a degree in Law from Kent University, a Master's Degree in Finance from the University of Strathclyde, and is an ICAEW-accredited Forensic Accountant and a Certified Fraud Examiner.

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
  • Member, Network of Independent Forensic Accountants
  • Accredited Member of The Academy of Experts
  • ICAEW-Accredited Forensic Accountant
  • Member of ICAEW Audit and Assurance Faculty
  • Association of Certified Fraud Examiners

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Audit
  • Taxation
  • Forensic Accounting
  • Financial Reporting
  • Fraud

Qualifications

  • FCA
  • MAE (Member of the Academy of Experts)
  • CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner)

Read Bee-Lean Chew’s latest insights:

Robert Bradman Wilder Coe
Managing Partner & Statutory Director
Robert Bradman Wilder Coe
Robert Bradman

Managing Partner & Statutory Director

Robert Bradman qualified in Scotland as a Chartered Accountant in 1998 and joined Wilder Coe in 2004 after having spent four years in New York working for a firm of Certified Public Accountants.

Robert was appointed an Audit Partner in 2010 and headed up our Accounting Support department between 2014 and 2026. Robert stepped into the role of Joint Managing Partner of Wilder Coe, alongside Bee-Lean Chew, in 2023.

Robert provides both advisory and compliance services to his corporate clients, working closely with them on a range of areas including advising on business structure and providing financial analysis. Robert Bradman provides audit, accountancy and corporate tax compliance services to his clients, ensuring they comply with their statutory and legal obligations.

By providing important initial accounting and tax assistance to start up organisations, Robert affords you the maximum opportunity to succeed and grow your business over the longer term. Larger, more established clients also benefit from the tailored and in depth advice that Robert provides, helping businesses to meet both long and short term objectives.

Professional Memberships

  • The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Statutory audit and financial statements preparation
  • Corporate taxation
  • Financial Services Authority audits
  • Solicitors Accounts Rules work
  • Financial projections preparation

Sectors of Expertise

  • Property investment
  • Property development
  • Trade associations
  • IT consulting
  • Solicitors Practices
  • Renewable Energy

Qualifications

  • Chartered Accountant (Scotland)
  • BA Accounting and Finance

Read Robert Bradman’s latest insights:

Ian Saunders
Partner & Statutory Director
Ian Saunders
Ian Saunders

Partner & Statutory Director

Ian Saunders is expertly positioned to advise clients on all matters pertaining to Company Secretarial services and Company Formation. His ability to communicate the types of structure that are available to you, coupled with his professional understanding of which structure would beneϐit your business best makes his support a highly sought after commodity.

Ian advises companies of all sizes on compliance under the Companies Acts and UK governance; the drafting of resolutions and specialist share capital and Articles clauses, as well as providing insights on general aspects concerning company law. He has also acted as the nominated company secretary for public companies and has experience in ϐilling this role for AIM-listed vehicles.

Ian Saunders managed the Wilder Coe Statutory department from 1997 and became a Partner in 2010 with continuing responsibility for the department.

Professional Memberships

  • Associate of the Governance Institute

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Company Secretarial
  • Company Formation
  • Verification of Directors and Persons of Significant Control
  • The registration and verification of Overseas Entities
  • Companies Act Guidance
  • The UK Governance Code
  • Company Law and its practical applications

Qualifications

  • ACG
Tim Cook Wilder Coe
Partner & Statutory Director
Tim Cook Wilder Coe
Tim Cook

Partner & Statutory Director

Tim’s passion lies in helping his clients maximise their wealth through successful tax planning for the future. Whether you are seeking a solution on the most efficient way to implement your inheritance plans or would simply like some plain-English advice on your tax liabilities, Tim is expertly placed to offer you a highly professional and personalised service.

Having previously worked for HMRC, Tim Cook can use his insights to assist with HMRC investigations and ensure that you are informed at all times, and can offer you clear and simple advice throughout the process.

His technical areas of expertise include tax planning, pensions, emigration and trusts. Tim works with entrepreneurs, and families from a wide range of backgrounds, based both in the UK and overseas.

Tim Cook joined Wilder Coe in 1996 and was made Tax Partner in 2001.

Professional Memberships

  • Affiliate of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Tax Planning
  • Pension Planning
  • Inheritance Tax
  • Trusts
  • HM Revenue and Customs Investigations
  • International Tax
  • Capital Gains Tax

Sectors of Expertise

  • Entrepreneurs
  • High Net-Worth Individuals

Read Tim Cook’s latest insights:

Charlotte Willmore
Charlotte Willmore
Charlotte Willmore

Partner

Charlotte has experience in the supervision and preparation of statutory accounts, and management accounts including tailored client-specific analysis and service charge accounts as well as the audit of statutory accounts and preparation of Corporation tax returns for companies.

Charlotte also has experience with charity independent examinations, charity audits and advisory work, looking after the majority of the firm's charity clients.

She has a portfolio of clients from a wide range of industries including, property investment and development, manufacturing, media, entertainment, IT and charities including owner-managed businesses through to large multinational organisations.

Charlotte Willmore joined Wilder Coe in September 2010 after completing her A-levels. She completed the AAT qualification followed by the ACA qualification in October 2015. After a brief stint at another firm, she re-joined as Audit Supervisor in March 2016. Since then, Charlotte has continued to progress her career at Wilder Coe through several more promotions, and as of October 2024,  stepped into the position of Audit Partner.

Professional Memberships

  • A Member of the Association of Accounting Technicians
  • A Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Statutory audits
  • Statutory accounts preparation
  • Corporation tax
  • Service charge accounts
  • Charity independent examinations
  • Charity audits

Qualifications

  • ACA
  • MAAT

Read Charlotte Willmore's latest insights:

Chris Gent Wilder Coe
Chris Gent Wilder Coe
Chris Gent

Partner

Chris Gent provides clear, tailored advice to each client on the preparation and completion of statutory accounts, corporate tax compliance and matters relating to corporate finance. As a trusted advisor and consultant to owner-managed businesses, his expertise and insight into the running of small and medium-sized businesses is highly valued.

Chris is passionate about bringing together the right people at the right time, to support each client to achieve their business objectives. He would be happy to assist you in expanding your contact base in London.

Chris Gent is a Partner at Wilder Coe, having joined the firm in 2004. He previously spent three years at Lewis Golden & Co, where he qualified in 2003.

Professional Memberships

  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Company Audit
  • Statutory Accounts Production
  • Corporate Taxation
  • Due Diligence
  • Business Planning
  • Consultancy
  • Networking

Sectors of Expertise

  • Technology
  • Media
  • Fashion
  • Hospitality

Qualifications

  • FCA
  • BA Economics

Read Chris Gent’s latest insights:

Jamie Muirhead

Partner (Tax)

Jamie Muirhead is a tax partner at Wilder Coe Ltd since April 2024, based in the City of London.

He advises on all aspects of UK tax compliance, with a particular focus on corporate and business taxes and cross-border work, and currently leads the Corporation Tax team at Wilder Coe Ltd.

Jamie also provides commercially focused tax advice to large corporate groups, international businesses and owner-managed companies across the full spectrum of UK business taxes.

He is experienced leading cross-border tax projects, M&A transaction support assignments, restructuring and reorganisation, and strategic advisory work, including to private equity-backed businesses and investors, and is known for providing practical, commercially driven advice aligned to wider business objectives.

He is a Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA) and a Chartered Accountant (ACA)

Areas of Expertise

  • UK corporation tax and business taxes
  • Cross-border & international tax
  • Large corporate groups
  • Transaction tax, M&A transaction support and tax covenant advice
  • Tax-efficient acquisition and finance Structuring
  • Tax due diligence
  • Tax efficient exit structuring
  • Group reorganisations
  • HMRC enquiries & tax risk management
  • Tax expert witness work and tax advice in the context of disputes

Experience

Jamie advises businesses on complex corporation tax and wider business tax matters, with particular expertise in transactions, structuring and international tax issues.

Representative experience includes:

  • Advising on a series of complex deals in the hospitality sector, from refinancing with an international private credit lender on gross assets in excess of £1billion, to a landmark hotel sale in central London.
  • Assisting an overseas buyer on the purchase of a small UK trading business, using both group and 3rd party funds, delivering tax efficient finance and acquisition structuring advice and implementation assistance, together with due diligence and SPA support.
  • Assist UK and international groups on cross-border structuring, expansion projects and tax risk management, including in respect of international employees and global talent acquisition, managing payroll, VAT and permanent establishment risk.
  • Advise an emerging VC fund on the restructure of investment holdings and financing loans to facilitate future growth plans.
  • Assist an owner managed cross boarder group on a tax efficient management incentive plan and ‘buy-in’.
  • Advising large corporate groups on tax governance, risk management and HMRC matters, group interest and loss planning, and on implementation of the response to legislative changes, including the corporate interest restriction, electricity generator levy and pillar 2.
  • Providing expert advice and input on commercial matters including tax cashflow modelling and investment analysis.
  • Acting as tax expert and advisor in commercial disputes and litigation matters, including in respect of a liquidated damages claim under an SPA, shareholder disputes, and the quantification of latent uncrystallised tax liabilities in a family dispute with cross-boarder marital assets.

Jamie works closely with boards, CFOs, investors, lawyers and corporate finance advisers to deliver commercially focused solutions on complex tax matters.

 

Professional Memberships

  • Member of The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT)

Qualifications

  • BA (Hons) Cantab
  • ACA
  • CTA
Daniel Djanogly
Partner (Forensic Accounting and Dispute Resolution)
Daniel Djanogly
Daniel Djanogly

Partner (Forensic Accounting and Dispute Resolution)

Daniel is based in the City of London and has extensive experience (since 1993) in the resolution of business-related disputes as a forensic accountant expert witness, ADR early neutral expert evaluator, expert determiner or arbitrator. He acts across a wide range of industries and specialises in contested accounting, financial loss and share valuation issues in M&A, shareholder, partnership and other complex disputes, including fraud. Daniel is a Chartered Accountant and a Chartered Arbitrator.

Areas of Expertise

  • Forensic Accounting
  • Early Neutral Expert Evaluation
  • Expert Determination
  • Arbitration

Experience

Case Experience Includes:

  • Business disputes (contract, negligence, loss of profits, business Interruption)

  • Shareholder disputes (contested share valuations, unfair prejudice)

  • M&A disputes (warranties, completion accounts, purchase price adjustment, deferred consideration)

  • Partnership disputes

  • Fraud

Representative experience includes:

  • Forensic accountant expert witness for the claimant, proprietor of a leading consumer brand, in relation to a counter- claim by its licensee. The licensee claimed substantial financial losses particularly loss of profits, for alleged early termination of the brand licencing agreement in breach of its terms.
  • Forensic accountant expert witness for the claimant, an industrial conglomerate, in a claim under an indemnification agreement made in a preceding group reorganisation. The remit involved assisting the Court address certain complex factual issues by reference to the historic financial and management information available. 
  • Forensic accountant expert witness for the defendant, majority shareholder in an established operator of nightlife entertainment venues, in a S994 CA 2006 unfair prejudice claim by the minority shareholders in the subject group of companies. The remit concerned the valuation of the minority shareholding for compensatory buyout purposes and on a basis directed by the Court to allow for sale of business at under value and other issues in respect of which complaint had been made. 
  • Forensic accountant expert witness for the defendant, a specialist medical equipment manufacturer, in a claim in international arbitration proceedings for breach of commercial agency agreement by its overseas distributor.  The remit concerned the claimed loss of profits and the quantum thereof. 
  • Forensic accountant single joint expert (SJE) in a claim for loss of opportunity by an engineering company arising from its claimed loss of a corporate acquisition opportunity due to alleged fraudulent misrepresentations by the vendors of the previous company it had acquired.   The remit concerned assessment of the claimed financial losses including loss of capital value had the second acquisition taken place. 
  • Forensic accountant expert adviser for the claimant, the liquidator of a group of companies, in a misfeasance claim against directors for alleged unlawful distributions. The work included detailed consideration and forensic analysis of the available accounting and other evidence in connection with the subject issue, the relevant group entities, the applicable accounting and company law regimes, matters concerning capital reductions, solvency statements and contingent liabilities, and monetary flows.  
  • Forensic accountant expert adviser for the defendant, proprietor vendor, in mediation proceedings in a claim for breach of warranties and misrepresentation in connection with the sale of a specialist international media company. The remit concerned the financial loss claimed including in relation to the valuation of the subject company. 
  • Independent accountant expert determiner in a share purchase agreement (SPA) dispute about the completion accounts for acquired market leading niche technology manufacturer. The dispute involved issues of jurisdiction and complex contractual requirements including the application of globally accepted international accounting principles (IFRS). 
  • Independent accountant expert determiner in a shareholder dispute involving a multi-generational family business operating a chain of niche retail shops and engaged in property investment and development. The issue for determination was the valuation of the issued shares for the purposes of the buy-out of the outgoing group of shareholders. 
  • Independent accountant expert determiner in a share purchase agreement (SPA) dispute about the deferred consideration based on and subject to the acquired company achieving defined levels of financial performance in the set earn-out period. The reference included preliminary issue determination in respect of jurisdiction, and analysis and consideration of numerous matters of accounting treatment and in relation to contractual arrangements  
  • Sole arbitrator in a statutory arbitration. The dispute concerned business disruption and financial compensation (including loss of profits) resulting from extensive and long running street works near the subject business, a new and used car dealership located on a high-street of a regional town, by a utilities company. 
  • Sole arbitrator in a commercial dispute concerning alleged breaches of a contract between the parties in a supply chain for public services. The matter involved complex end user charging arrangements and fee charging arrangements between the parties.  
  • Sole arbitrator in a partnership (1890 Partnership Act) dispute concerning a law firm specialising in litigation. The matter involved many parties, numerous legal, procedural, accounting and valuation issues, and a required series of arbitration awards.   
  • Independent accountant early neutral expert evaluator, in a shareholder/ director dispute concerning director’s expenses. The subject entity operated hospitality industry sites at various regional towns. 
  • Independent accountant early neutral expert evaluator, assisting founder and new investor shareholders in a group of companies resolve an issue between them about the buyout valuation of the shareholdings of the exiting founder team. The issues to address were the valuation of the subject shareholdings and the impact of minority discount (subject to strategic control considerations). The work involved consideration of valuation methodology, the inter-company trading relationship, the group’s earnings prospects, and past transactions in its shares.   

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow of the ICAEW
  • Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
  • Full Member of The Academy of Experts

Qualifications

  • Chartered Accountant
  • Chartered Arbitrator (CArb)
  • Member of the Academy of Experts (MAE) and Qualified Dispute Resolver
Partner – Stamp Taxes
Pauline Hudd

Partner – Stamp Taxes

Pauline is a leading specialist in Stamp Taxes, who provides practical, tailored advice across corporate and real estate transactions, with a particular focus on corporate restructuring and M&A transactions across multiple jurisdictions. She advises on the stamp duty and stamp duty land tax implications of transactions, working closely with lawyers and advisors in UK and offshore jurisdictions to ensure that the implementation of the transaction and the transfer of assets is carried out in accordance with the strict requirements of the legislation in order to benefit from available reliefs. She also acts as deal lead on M & A projects involving corporate and asset purchases.

She has wide-ranging experience in the delivery of company reorganisations, and setting up new holding structures for clients, as well as expertise in the fields of pre-IPO planning, debt/equity swaps, re-financing and offshore security arrangements. She also works extensively with many leading independent hoteliers.

Having started her career with HMRC in the Stamp Office Pauline previously spent 14 years in professional practice with KPMG as a Stamp Taxes specialist before joining Wilder Coe Ltd as a partner in 2016.

This is what clients say about working with Pauline on property transactions…

I can honestly say that my stress levels were at the max. When you joined in and helped push it all along, I felt such comfort. There were steps that I/we could not have known to take. I saw you guiding us through it all and I am beyond grateful that you were willing to do that. In today’s world, you don’t see this often!

Qualifications

  • BA (Hons), University College Cardiff
  • Member, Stamp Taxes Practitioners Group

Professional memberships

  • Member of the Stamp Taxes Practitioners Group

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Stamp duty
  • Stamp duty land tax (SDLT)
  • Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED)
  • M & A

Sectors of Expertise

  • Property investors and funds
  • Hotel groups
  • Non-resident landlords
  • Financial services
  • Not for Profit Housing Providers

Read Pauline Hudd’s latest insights:

Caryl King

Partner

Caryl is a highly experienced audit and financial reporting specialist who supports a wide range of clients with clear, practical advice. She also leads the firm’s quality control processes and contributes to driving new technological developments across the practice.

Caryl joined Wilder Coe in 2008 and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2010.

Expertise

  • Audit
  • Statutory Accounts
  • Corporate Tax
  • Service Charge Accounts

Sector Experience

  • Renewables
  • Property Investment
  • Software • Pharmaceuticals
  • Retail
  • Entertainment
  • Travel

Qualifications

  • ACA
  • BSc Economics and Finance

Read Caryl King’s latest insights:

Mark Dawes Tax Partner
Mark Dawes Tax Partner
Mark Dawes

Partner

With over 35 years’ experience, Mark advises individuals and businesses on complex UK tax matters, including issues effecting those moving to or from the UK or holding UK assets while living overseas. He provides clear, strategic advice focused on managing tax exposure both now and for the future.

Mark is known for building strong, long-term client relationships and for his proactive, pragmatic approach. He joined Wilder Coe in April 2024 as Associate Personal Tax Partner and was appointed Personal Tax Partner in October 2024.

Specialisms

  • UK tax compliance and tax mitigation planning
  • Internationally mobile families and individuals
  • Athletes, performers, agents, clubs and associations within the sports, media &
    entertainment industries
  • Property and land-related tax matters
  • HMRC negotiations, voluntary disclosures, and enquiries
  • Business and company start-ups
  • Tax-efficient remuneration and succession, retirement, and exit planning
  • Trust, estate, and inheritance tax planning

Professional Memberships:

Fellow of the Association of Taxation Technicians - (ATT) Fellow

 

Senior Audit Manager
Samim Khondoker

Senior Audit Manager

Samim is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA), joining Wilder Coe in November 2024 as an Audit Senior Manager.

With over 15 years of experience in financial reporting, external audit, & regulatory compliance, Samim is renowned for his unwavering commitment to technical excellence and client service.

He has built his career within well‑respected mid‑tier accountancy firms, managing a wide range of complex engagements including multi‑currency group consolidations, IFRS and UK GAAP reporting, audits of listed and privately owned entities, and charity and not‑for‑profit assignments under the SORP framework.

Samim has extensive sector experience across charity, real estate, healthcare, entertainment, retail, education, hospitality, financial services, facilities management, pharmaceuticals, renewables, and technology.

He is known for his collaborative approach, attention to detail, and ability to support clients through technically challenging scenarios and regulatory requirements.

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Financial Reporting
  • Statutory Audit
  • Charity Audit & Independent Examination
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Corporate Taxation

Qualifications

  • FCCA
  • BBA (Hons) in Marketing
Alexander Boorman Wilder Coe
Senior Audit Manager
Alexander Boorman Wilder Coe
Alexander Boorman

Senior Audit Manager

Alex is experienced in the preparation and audit of statutory accounts as well as the preparation of company Corporation Tax returns.

His portfolio includes clients within a diverse range of industries including software, manufacturing, fashion, consultancy and property investment and development. Alex prides himself on working together closely with clients to create practical solutions whilst assisting them to achieve their business objectives.

Alexander Boorman joined Wilder Coe in August 2012 after graduating from the University of Southampton where he studied Physics. He qualified as a Chartered Accountant in August 2015. Since then he has become an Audit Supervisor at the firm and is responsible for the provision of training to new audit trainees as well as providing technical support.

Professional Memberships

  • A Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Company Audit
  • Statutory Accounts Production
  • Corporate Taxation

Qualifications

  • ACA
  • BSc Physics
Bal Dhesi Wilder Coe
Head of Human Resources
Bal Dhesi Wilder Coe
Bal Dhesi

Head of Human Resources

Bal believes that effective people management is at the heart of every successful organisation. With several years of experience in HR across a range of industries and business sizes, she delivers practical, tailored, and people-focused solutions that help organisations achieve their goals.

Known for her pragmatic, positive, and astute approach, Bal excels at aligning business objectives with the needs and potential of its people. She is passionate about helping teams thrive and consistently strives to exceed expectations.

Bal joined Wilder Coe in 2011 as an HR Manager and now works across both the London and Stevenage offices.

Professional Qualification

  • Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (MCIPD)
Christopher Smith - Audit Manager
Christopher Smith - Audit Manager
Christopher Smith

Audit Manager

Christopher specialises in auditing statutory accounts and preparing Corporation Tax returns for clients across sectors such as property investment, renewable energy, and pharmaceuticals.

He is known for his practical, solutions-driven approach and his commitment to helping clients achieve their business goals.

Chris joined Wilder Coe in 2020 and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2023, progressing to Audit Manager shortly after

David Steinberg
Practice Manager
David Steinberg
David Steinberg

Practice Manager

David leads Wilder Coe’s non-client operations across the London and Stevenage offices. He oversees our Internal Finance, Admin Support, and Client Onboarding teams, as well as facilities and internal accounting.

He joined the firm in 2006 as Practice Accountant and became Practice Manager in 2009. Before Wilder Coe, David held senior finance roles in several manufacturing companies in the South East.

Professional Memberships

  • Member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

Qualifications

  • BA Hons, Economics & Accounting
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London & Stevenage
Faye Thompson - Head of Cloud Accounting
Partner, Head of Accounting Support
Faye Thompson - Head of Cloud Accounting
Faye Thompson

Partner, Head of Accounting Support

Faye began her career in January 2008 as a Senior Accountant, developing a strong foundation in accounting and professional services. In 2012, she transitioned into project management, leading the firm through a major migration from Sage50 to Xero. She later served as Accounting Support Manager for six years, managing a large client portfolio and delivering bookkeeping, VAT, and management accounts services.

In 2019, Faye became Head of Cloud Accounting. She oversees the firm’s cloud accounting software, supports client onboarding within the Accounting Support team in Stevenage, and delivers training and system support across the firm. Her expertise includes accounting automation, cloud advisory, app integrations, business efficiency improvements, project management, and group accounting.

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • AAT Qualified
  • Technical and operational knowledge of outsourced accounting support services
  • Cloud accounting
  • Automated workflows
  • Strong client relationship delivery
  • Renewable energy sector
  • Process improvement
  • App integrations
  • Business efficiency
  • Project management
  • Group accounting

Recent Assignments

  • Played a fundamental role in the growth and development of the Accounting Support department, helping expand its service offering and client base.
  • Led the firm’s cloud accounting function, supporting the adoption and optimisation of modern cloud-based accounting systems across the practice.
  • Guided a wide range of clients through the successful transition to cloud-based accounting platforms, improving efficiency, visibility, and financial processes.
  • Contributed to driving the firm’s expansion into the renewable energy sector, supporting specialist clients and helping establish the firm’s presence in this growing industry.
Graham Meager Wilder Coe
Accounting Support Manager
Graham Meager Wilder Coe
Graham Meager

Accounting Support Manager

Graham provides clients with a thorough, reliable and efficient service, taking the time to fully understand each business and tailor his approach to their needs. His portfolio includes UK companies as well as UK subsidiaries of overseas groups, giving him strong insight into UK accounting and regulatory requirements.

Before joining Wilder Coe in 2005, Graham gained valuable experience in public practice, developing a broad understanding of general taxation, financial accounts and audit. Based in our Stevenage office, he continues to support clients with clear guidance and well-structured financial reporting.

Professional Memberships

  • Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Management Accounts
  • Financial accounts
  • Audit
  • General taxation
  • VAT

Qualifications

  • FCA
Justine Watts - Company Secretarial
Company Secretarial Manager
Justine Watts - Company Secretarial
Justine Watts

Company Secretarial Manager

Justine has over 25 years’ experience in UK company compliance and supports clients with clear, accurate guidance on their statutory obligations. She is highly skilled in company formations, share capital documentation, drafting resolutions and minutes, maintaining statutory registers, and managing all Companies House filing requirements.

Her long-standing expertise ensures clients receive reliable and timely advice across all areas of corporate governance and compliance

 

Kasia Field Wilder Coe
Payroll Manager
Kasia Field Wilder Coe
Kasia Field

Payroll Manager

Kasia has over 20 years of experience in payroll across sectors including recruitment, construction, aviation, hospitality, and the creative industries. She is known for her thorough, client-focused approach and her willingness to go the extra mile.

Since joining Wilder Coe in 2013, Kasia has managed payrolls of all sizes and led key projects such as software implementation, RTI preparation and Auto Enrolment onboarding. She prides herself on building strong client relationships and delivering a smooth, reliable payroll service.

Professional Areas of Expertise

  •  Paycircle
  • Sage 50 Payroll
  • Star
  • Moneysoft
  • Tempest
Laura Christensen, Wilder Coe, Audit Supervisor
Accounts Supervisor
Laura Christensen, Wilder Coe, Audit Supervisor
Laura Christensen

Accounts Supervisor

After graduating from the University of Liverpool in 2012 with a history degree, Laura Christensen joined Wilder Coe in 2013 as an audit administrator. Whilst working in the audit department, Laura studied and completed the AAT in 2017, and the ACA in 2020 and is now an Audit Supervisor.

Her experience lies in the preparation of statutory accounts, audit of statutory accounts and Corporation Tax returns. Laura is also responsible for leading our audit training programme which runs two intakes each year.

Professional Memberships

  • A Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
  • A Member of the Association of Accounting Technicians

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Statutory Audit
  • Statutory Accounts Preparation
  • Corporate Taxation

Qualifications

  • ACA
  • MAAT
  • BA (Hons)
Audit Supervisor
Nicole Llewellyn

Audit Supervisor

Nicole is an Audit Supervisor with over six years’ experience in audit, assurance, and statutory accounts preparation. She works with clients across a wide range of sectors, including renewables, retail, construction, consultancy, hospitality, asset management and professional services.

She has particular experience in the renewable energy sector and in preparing statutory accounts under both UK and international accounting standards. Nicole is skilled in managing audit and compliance engagements, coordinating with clients, and delivering accurate, high-quality financial reporting.

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Audit and Assurance
  • Statutory Accounts
  • Renewable energy sector

Qualifications

  • ACA
Robert Coe Wilder Coe
Founder, Consultant
Robert Coe Wilder Coe
Robert Coe

Founder, Consultant

Robert Coe provides clients with specialised, expert advice based on a wealth of experience in the areas of corporate finance, transactions including Mergers and Acquisitions, pre-floatation restructuring, fund raising and business financing. By drawing on his vast experience, Robert helps clients to achieve their aims and objectives by providing astute, bespoke advice and support as required.

Our clients also benefit from Robert’s wealth of expertise in supporting publicly listed companies, and his correspondingly clear and direct understanding of their unique requirements. Throughout his career, Robert has acted for many public companies, including:

  • Non-Executive Chairman of Stirling Group Plc
  • Senior Independent Director of Hercules Property Services plc
  • Finance Director of Probus Estates plc
  • Finance Director of New Media Plc during its transition from Ofex to AIM
  • Finance Director of Hardy Amies Plc
  • Advisor to Cairn Financial Advisors, Nomads and several AIM-listed companies.
  • Robert Coe is a founding partner of Wilder Coe Ltd.

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Pre-floatation restructuring
  • Fund Raising
  • Business Financing

Sectors of Expertise

  • Public Sector

Qualifications

  • FCA
Sarah Simpson Wilder Coe
Tax Supervisor
Sarah Simpson Wilder Coe
Sarah Simpson

Tax Supervisor

Sarah has been part of Wilder Coe since 1996 and qualified as a Chartered Tax Adviser in 1998. She manages a varied portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, including Lloyd’s names, self-employed professionals, and barristers.

Alongside preparing annual tax returns, Sarah assists clients with a wide range of personal tax matters, providing a friendly, professional and personal service. She has worked closely with Tax Partner Tim Cook for many years, supporting clients with clear, reliable tax advice.

Professional Memberships

  • A Member of the Association of Tax Technicians
  • Chartered Institute of Taxation

Qualifications

  • BA (Hons) Accounting
Stephen Landy Wilder Coe
Stephen Landy Wilder Coe
Stephen Landy

Consultant

From corporate planning and restructuring solutions to tax planning and general management advice, Stephen Landy offers each client constructive, tailored support based on over 30 years of accounting experience.

Client relationships are at the core of Stephen’s working philosophy and he places a significant focus on developing and maintaining strong working relationships with corporate clients and directors, drawing on his specialist technical knowledge and sector experience to support business growth and development year after year.

Stephen has also cultivated an extensive network of contacts in a range of specialist service areas and is able and willing to make strategic introductions wherever necessary.

Stephen Landy trained as an audit and investigation manager at Coopers & Lybrand. He has a keen interest in IT and modern technology, and in particular its implementation to drive efficiency.

Professional Memberships

  • A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Audit and Investigation
  • Corporate Planning
  • Corporate Restructuring
  • Management
  • Tax Planning

Sectors of Expertise

  • Property
  • Entertainment
  • Solicitors

Qualifications

  • FCA
Audit Supervisor
Ahsan Malik

Audit Supervisor

Ahsan joined Wilder Coe in 2023 after qualifying with the ACCA in 2018. He works with a broad range of clients, including solicitors, and brings strong hands-on experience from previous roles in independent firms.

He specialises in statutory accounts preparation, statutory audits and Corporation Tax returns, delivering a dependable and client-focused service.

Qualifications:

  • ACCA
  • AAT

Expertise:

  • Statutory Audit
  • Accounts Preparation
  • Corporate Taxation
0207 616 8838
London
Stephanie Jackson in a green dress with white floral pattern on a white background
Accounting Support Supervisor
Stephanie Jackson in a green dress with white floral pattern on a white background
Stephanie Jackson

Accounting Support Supervisor

Stephanie Jackson joined Wilder Coe in 2018 as an AAT-qualified senior bookkeeper and was subsequently promoted to Accounting Support Supervisor in 2024.

Working in our Stevenage office, Stephanie has a particular focus on providing support to clients in the renewable energy sector, as well as other industries. She oversees the bookkeeping, VAT returns, and the preparation of group management accounts for her client portfolio. Stephanie works to streamline the process within organisations, ensuring that our clients receive accurate, timely, and efficient financial information.

Rebecca Dawson
Audit Supervisor
Rebecca Dawson
Rebecca Dawson

Audit Supervisor

Rebecca Dawson is experienced in the preparation and audit of statutory accounts as well as the provision of corporate tax services.

Her portfolio includes clients from a wide range of industries, including property investment, travel and hospitality, professional consultancy and renewable energy. Rebecca joined Wilder Coe in October 2019, qualifying as a Chartered Accountant in December 2022. Since her qualification, she has become an Audit and Accounts Supervisor at the firm.

Professional Memberships:

  • Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

Professional Areas of Expertise

  • Company Audit
  • Statutory Accounts Production
  • Corporation Tax

Qualifications

  • ACA
  • BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance
Payroll Supervisor
Jessica Wright

Payroll Supervisor

Jessica Wright joined Wilder Coe Ltd in June 2016 as Payroll Administrator and was then promoted to Payroll Supervisor in January 2023. She is based in our Stevenage office.

She is a highly skilled and dedicated Payroll Supervisor with many years of comprehensive experience in overseeing payroll operations across different sectors.

Jessica is very good at ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in payroll processes, while working closely with the Payroll Manager to streamline procedures, improve systems, and maintain timely and accurate payroll processing.

With her experience in managing various payroll sizes, implementing new software, and guiding clients through complex processes like RTI (Real Time Information) and pension Auto Enrolment, she’s not only technically proficient but also someone who can navigate the challenges that come with constant regulatory changes.

01438 847 103
Stevenage
Lorelei Henley - Accounting Support Client Supervisor
Accounting Support Supervisor
Lorelei Henley - Accounting Support Client Supervisor
Lorelei Henley

Accounting Support Supervisor

Lorelei Henley is a CIMA-qualified accountant (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) with nearly 30 years of experience in finance.

Lorelei's day-to-day work involves overseeing bookkeeping, VAT returns and management accounts preparation for a diverse range of clients across various sectors and sizes. She has worked for the Accounting Support team in Stevenage for nearly 10 years.

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