Meet Brebners: The Accountants Who Speak Your Language
If you’ve ever wondered what a chartered accountant actually does, why specialist sectors matter, or who you’d want in your corner when the numbers get messy, let’s talk about Brebners. They’re a firm of chartered accountants and business advisers with offices in London and Sevenoaks, working with businesses and individuals across the UK. They’re the sort of people who you can trust with your accounts, but who also feel like a proper partner in your business journey.
Brebners isn’t your typical “just do accounts and tax” firm. They’ve been around for over 90 years, and while they’ve grown and modernised, they’ve kept that personal touch that makes a real difference to their clients. Whether you’re just starting out, growing fast, or planning for retirement or a business exit, they’ve got the experience and the depth of expertise to help.
Where They Are and What They Do
Brebners has offices right in the heart of London’s West End and in Sevenoaks, Kent, which means they’re easy to reach whether you’re a creative start-up in Soho or a family business out in the South East.
Their core services include traditional accounting and tax support like auditing, bookkeeping, VAT planning and compliance. But they go way beyond that too – offering corporate finance, business planning, cloud accounting solutions, and even support with pensions, mortgages and insurance advice.
What sets them apart is not just that they can do all of those things, but that they tailor what they do to match your business type and your sector. That’s where things get interesting.
Why Specialist Sectors Matter
Most accountants will happily take on any client. Brebners do too, but on top of that they’ve developed specialist teams with deep experience in particular industries. That means they don’t just crunch numbers – they understand the language, the challenges and the opportunities in your world. And that understanding can save you time, stress and money.
When someone specialises, they learn the patterns and pitfalls of a sector. They know what kind of tax reliefs are available. They know what good performance looks like. They know what the regulators focus on. That’s way more useful than just doing the basics. And Brebners have built that specialist knowledge into several areas of industry.
Creative Industries – More Than Just Accounts
If you’re in film, TV, theatre, music, or any kind of creative work, Brebners have a team who really gets it. Their creative industries accountants work with production houses, artists, talent agencies, digital creators, and more.
For example, they can help you navigate tax reliefs that are specific to film and video game credits – things that a generalist accountant might miss. They also advise on financing options, like how to make the most of government initiatives or private investment schemes. They’ve been doing this for decades, so they’re dialled into the particular pressures and cycles of creative businesses.
Clients often say they feel understood – not talked down to or buried under boring finance jargon. That’s something Brebners proudly lean into, and it shows in the relationships they build.
Sports – For Players, Pros and Businesses
Sport isn’t just fun and games – it’s an industry. From players and agents to fitness and performance businesses, the rules around pay, tax and contracts can be complex. Brebners’ specialist sports team supports both individuals and organisations with tailored financial and tax advice that makes sense for their world.
Whether it’s helping with contracts, tax planning, or financial compliance, having accountants who know the sporting world can take a load off your plate so you can focus on performance.
Pubs, Restaurants, Retail and Hospitality
Running a venue, a cafe or a shop comes with its own financial rhythms. Seasonal peaks, staff costs, stock management, VAT complexities – it adds up. Brebners work closely with businesses in pubs, restaurants, clubs, retail and fashion, giving tailored advice that helps keep things running smoothly.
They’ve seen it all, so if you need help with cashflow planning, employee incentive schemes or benchmarking your performance against competitors, they’re right there with you.
Logistics, Property and Construction
These sectors have their own rules around tax, contracts and compliance. Whether you’re running a logistics firm, a property business, or working in facilities and construction, Brebners’ specialist teams help make sure you’re compliant and well-positioned for growth.
This kind of work often involves big numbers, tight deadlines and complex regulations. Having accountants that know those complexities helps you stay on the right side of HMRC and plan ahead with confidence.
Solicitors, Legal Professionals and FCA Registered Businesses
Accountancy for legal practices and financial services firms has to be precise. The way solicitors manage trust accounting or how FCA regulated businesses handle compliance can be very different from other sectors. Brebners has teams who understand those nuances and can support firms with targeted advice and practical solutions.
They’ll help you stay compliant and make sense of your numbers in a way that speaks your language, whether you’re a practice start-up or an established multi-branch firm.
Charities and Not-For-Profit
Charities often have tight budgets and specific reporting requirements. Brebners’ specialist charity accountants can help with audit preparation, charity tax reliefs, governance compliance and financial planning so you can focus on your mission without worrying about errors on a balance sheet.
What This All Means for You
So why does this specialist focus matter? Because accounting isn’t one-size-fits-all. A creative freelancer, a sports pro, a pub owner and a solicitor all have very different numbers, needs and pressures. Brebners’ sector knowledge means they can be proactively helpful rather than just reactive. They can spot opportunities you didn’t know were there and help you avoid mistakes that cost time and money.
That’s not just good accounting. That’s partnership. It’s the kind of support that feels like someone in your corner, not just someone at the end of a spreadsheet. And with offices in both London and Sevenoaks, they’re well-placed to help businesses across the South and beyond.
Wrapping Up
If you’re looking for accountants who do more than the basics, and who truly understand the sector you work in, Brebners are worth a closer look. Their specialist teams combine deep industry knowledge with the kind of friendly, personal service that takes the stress out of finance. Whether you’re just setting out or planning your next big move, they’ve got the experience and insight to help you feel confident about your numbers.