Accountants in Brighton & Hove

Our Brighton & Hove team, led by Directors Mark Carr and Tom Mills and Associate Director John Donegan, provides comprehensive accounting, auditing, tax, and business advisory services. We specialise in supporting businesses from their early stages through to growth and exit strategies. 

The Brighton & Hove office was established in 2018 following the merger of Mark Carr & Co, a long-standing local accountancy  practice, with Streets Chartered Accountants. As part of a top 40 UK accountancy firm, we now offer Brighton clients access to a wider range of specialised services, backed by the experience and resources of a national firm.

Reflecting the vibrant business community in and around Brighton, we act for those engaged in the technology, digital and creative industries sectors including businesses and individuals involved in gaming, green technology, app development, SaaS, FinTech, hospitality, marketing, PR and event management. The team also looks after clients with investment property portfolios, as well as property management companies.

We support clients from start-ups to scale ups and are available to provide not only financial guidance but also specialist tax advice. This includes SEIS, EIS and R&D and creative industries, film and theatre tax reliefs. As well as providing assistance with keeping financial records we are also very proficient in supporting clients with cloud accounting software including Xero and QuickBooks.

Our Brighton office is part of the Streets Media Group, our specialist team who look after clients engaged in media and entertainment, which is widely respected for looking after those in the entertainment industry. Mark Carr in particular, has earned an enviable reputation for not just his passion but also his personable and proactive approach to looking after clients from those starting out in the entertainment industry to the seasoned performer and accomplished entertainer. As part of our support for the sector we are delighted be a long-standing supporter and sponsor of the Brighton Fringe.

Meet our Brighton & Hove experts

Mark Carr, who heads up the media and entertainment sector, has a stellar reputation in the industry. His approachable and proactive style makes him a trusted adviser for both emerging talents and established performers. As part of Streets Media Group, we proudly sponsor local arts initiatives like Brighton Fringe and BN1 Arts.

Tom Mills brings deep expertise in helping SMEs with financial management, tax planning, and the use of cloud accounting software. He has a strong track record of helping businesses in hospitality, property, and other key local industries achieve their financial goals.

John Donegan specialises in supporting start-ups, guiding new businesses from setup to success. His holistic understanding of bookkeeping, accounting, and tax advisory ensures that businesses are on the right path from the outset.

We are proud to support the community in which we live and serve and we’re delighted to be active members of Connect 100, Brighton and Hove Chamber of Commerce, Business Networking International (BNI) Pavilion Chapter as well as participating in the myriad of other business networks that make Brighton a vibrant and special place.

With our specialism and expertise in looking after clients in the entertainment industry we are especially proud to support the Brighton Fringe and BN1, Brighton’s centre of excellence for music and the performing arts.