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SH Accounting & Bookkeeping Ltd

SH Accounting & Bookkeeping Ltd

4.8(22 reviews)See reviews ↓·London

About the company

SH Accounting & Bookkeeping Ltd was established in 2015 and operates in London. The company is built on the founder's 25 years of accounting experience and has over 25 years of experience in accounting and bookkeeping. It serves small to medium size companies from various industries, including hospitality, healthcare, construction, manufacturing, technology, startups, and education.

The company has 8 portfolio managers and manages 210 clients. It is a XERO Champion Partner and employs certified bookkeepers. The company uses the latest accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll management software. Its main services include bookkeeping, VAT returns, management reports, payroll, and finance department services. A free 30-minute consultation is offered for new clients.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Tax preparation and bookkeeping support sit at the centre of what clients describe at this London practice, and the feedback gathered across a lengthy roster of engagements returns again and again to accuracy and dependability. Reviewers frequently mention that accounts are kept current and well ordered, with the routine work managed so that owners can devote their attention to running the business. Syed and the wider team are described as approachable, responsive and genuinely interested in each client's circumstances, with queries answered promptly both before and after work is completed.

A recurring theme is the advice that accompanies the numbers, which customers say has helped them tighten internal finance processes and move to accounting systems that scale with growth. Longer-standing clients, some of whom have stayed for several years, treat the firm as a capable extension of their finance function, entrusting it with payroll, VAT, tronc and management reporting alongside the core accounts. Newer customers report the same experience, describing streamlined processes and clear communication from the outset, with the practical outcome that they can plan and trade with greater confidence.

AccountantTax preparation

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Sebastian Obasohan26 August 2025

I have been using SH Accounting & Bookkeeping from my very first tax return 6 years ago up until now & I will continue to use their services due to their Efficiency & Professionalism, when it comes to recommendations they are the first firm that come to mind & would like to say a special thanks to Syed for always being responsive & great at what he does!

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Richard S23 December 2024

I have used SH Bookeeping for several years now. I have always found them to be very efficient, friendly and helpful. I'd thoroughly recommend them.

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Julian Oschmann18 December 2024

We’ve been working with SH Accounting & Bookkeeping for a while now, and the difference they’ve made is incredible. They’ve completely streamlined all our accounting processes, which has freed up so much time for us to focus on what really matters—running the business. They manage everything for us, from bookkeeping and payroll to tronc, VAT, and management reporting. It’s all handled efficiently, giving us peace of mind. What really stands out, though, is their availability and support. They always make time for calls and meetings, no matter how busy they are. It’s reassuring to know we have a team we can rely on, who genuinely care about helping us succeed. Highly recommend SH Accounting & Bookkeeping to anyone looking for professional, reliable, and proactive accountants!

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Rich coles4 December 2024

I've been working with these guys for over a decade now, initially they took care of company receipts and expenses, but as we’ve grown I’ve found myself relying on them more and more. They’ve helped me evolve my own processes and technologies to make the work I do around invoicing quicker, easier to reconcile and with frankly a lot less mistakes. An accounting package has been implemented, allowing me to take control of reconciling but with them in the background pickup the bits I don’t have time do. A new company credit card system is now linked in too, plus all sorts of business fundamentals. All credit to Syed is his team: reliable, knowledgeable, unflappable and also somehow able to understand what I mean when I use all of the wrong words in a “please can you do all of this so I can get on with running my business” sort of way.

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Daniel Black4 September 2024

SH Accounting are incredibly organised and reliable. Thanks to their expertise, I can focus on growing my business with complete peace of mind. Highly recommended!

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Christina Disler16 August 2024

Syed and his team have been an exceptional and supportive team to work with for my business bookkeeping for over two years. They are incredibly reliable and thorough. I am grateful I was introduced to them through my accountants.

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Dan Le Grange14 August 2024

We are extremely pleased with SH Accounting and Bookkeeping. Their bookkeeping services are exceptional, always accurate and timely. The team’s attention to detail and professionalism have made a significant difference in our financial management. Highly recommend SH Accounting and Bookkeeping for top-quality bookkeeping support.

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Contact
+442071184340sh-ab.co.uk288 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 4QP
Working hours
Monday09:00–18:00
Tuesday09:00–18:00
Wednesday09:00–18:00
Thursday09:00–18:00
Friday09:00–18:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed