Brown McLeod Ltd

Brown McLeod Ltd is a firm of chartered accountants working from offices in London and Sheffield. Jimmie Brown set it up in London in 1980 to advise overseas companies and non-domiciled individuals on UK and international tax; it took on its first music clients in 1985 and now acts for hundreds of artists, musicians and performers.

What Brown McLeod Ltd offers

• Accounting services: accounts and business administration for companies and individuals.
• Personal and corporate tax: tax returns, planning and help with tax investigations.
• Payroll: payroll processing for businesses.
• Company formations and start-ups: setting up new companies and supporting expansion.
• Mergers and acquisitions: advice on buying and combining businesses.
• Property tax advice: Corporation Tax, Capital Gains and VAT issues for property clients.

Who it works with

Its clients include musicians, performers and the companies serving the entertainment and creative industries, as well as overseas clients, property developers, investors and landlords.

Key facts

• Based in: London and Sheffield
• Founded: 1980, by Jimmie Brown
• Sector focus: music, entertainment and creative industries