Charities

With over 180,000 charities operating in the UK, compliance with the Charities Act—and in many cases, company law—is essential. At Hamilton Coopers, we understand the unique challenges faced by charitable organisations and provide tailored services to support you at every stage, from formation through to ongoing operation and compliance.

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Start-Up Support

We provide practical guidance to help launch your charity effectively:

• Advice on initial concepts and feasibility

• Charity formation and registration

• Skeleton business plan development

• Selection of the most suitable legal structure

• Pre-launch planning and implementation

 

Governance and Planning

Ensuring you’re set up for long-term success:

• Designing reporting, training, and financial control systems

• Guidance on trustees' legal and financial responsibilities

 

Ongoing Services

We offer a wide range of essential services to support day-to-day operations:

• Monthly/Quarterly Accounting

  • Preparation of timely management accounts and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Annual Accounting and Audit

  • Statutory accounts preparation and audits (where required)

• Payroll Services

  • Weekly/monthly payroll processing and HMRC submissions

• Tax Compliance and Advice

  • Guidance on trading activities, fundraising, and VAT obligations

• Staff Support

  • Recruitment, interview assistance, staff induction, and training

  • Development of incentive and bonus schemes

 

Specialist Charity Consultancy

Helping you maximise your charity’s impact:

• Strategies to increase donations and funding

• Beneficiary and user feedback systems to enhance service delivery