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Over 85 years of experience

7 offices located across Kent

14 partners

Providing accounting and business services to SMEs in London and the South East.

Established in 1936, we are one of the leading accountancy firms in Kent. With seven offices located across the county we are ideally located to offer professional advice not only to clients in Kent but also to those in London, the South East and further afield.

Our firm has 14 partners and over 100 staff all dedicated to providing you with the best possible level of service. With the skill set of a larger London based firm, we have all the necessary knowledge, experience and expertise you will ever need, without the associated high City costs.

All our offices have considerable experience in providing all aspects of a wide range of financial and business advice to mainly small and medium sized enterprises.

Over 85 years of experience

Whilst we are proud of our strong heritage and history, we also believe in looking forward and never resting on our laurels. Today, MFW is a modern and thriving firm offering many more services than the typical accountancy, tax and audit services you might expect. Whether it be routine out-sourcing work such as bookkeeping and payroll, through to a fully external finance department, or even probate services and estate and retirement planning, at MFW we are here to help.​

Our History

1930's

Colin McCabe and Richard John Ford start the firm C. McCabe Ford & Co, from offices in Mill Street, Maidstone.

During World War II the Mill Street offices are heavily bombed and the firm has to move to a new office in Gabriel’s Hill. Further moves happen over time,  first with a move to Lower Stone Street, then to Hart Street in Maidstone and finally in 2017 the move to 89, King Street, Maidstone.

1940’s

By the late 1940’s all farmers, a key client sector of the firm, were required to prepare accounts for tax purposes. To fulfil the resulting growth in demand for our firm’s services a second office is opened near Ashford market.

The Ashford office was run by Richard’s brother Roger Ford whom, after being called up for war duty and active service at The Battle of Arnhem, had joined the firm where he also qualified before becoming a Partner.

At approximately the same time our Cranbrook office was opened following the acquisition of a sole practitioner’s firm.

1950's

The post war-time era saw the firm grow internally, and the Maidstone office moved offices from Gabriels Hill to Hart Street – where we remained until 2017 moving to our new office in King Street.

1960's

Sittingbourne office opens.​

1970’s

The Dover office was acquired in the late 1970’s when the renamed McCabe & Ford made another acquisition.

1980's

The firm celebrated its 50th anniversary with a luncheon at the St Lawrence Cricket Ground, Canterbury. Around 400 guests enjoyed watching a game of cricket on a lovely summer’s day. Looking back over the guest list, it is pleasing to note that many are still clients today!

1990's

McCabe & Ford merges with the well established Herne Bay office of E. Clarke Williams and the name of the firm changes to the current day McCabe Ford Williams.​

2000's

The firm acquired a sole practitioner’s firm in Deal, and amalgamated this into our Dover office. Within this fee base were a number of residential management companies, which the Dover office has built on over time.

2010's

The firm continued its strategy of growth acquiring a practice in Lenham, which eventually merged into our Maidstone office.

We also celebrate our 80th anniversary.

2020's

The firm acquired another practice in Rochester, and the office is now headed up by our Maidstone partners.

Future

As we look to continue to grow, both organically, through the training and development of our staff and moulding the partners of the future, and through acquisitions, we want to stay true to our roots. It is, after all, our approach and values that have contributed to our successes over the decades.

Our Approach

We understand that no two businesses are the same.

Core to our approach is our ethos of getting to know our clients.  This helps us to understand the challenges our clients face and identify their requirements.

This not only helps us build strong relationships and a good rapport, but also enables us to proactively help our clients reach their financial goals.

  • As a firm we value integrity, honesty and transparency in all our dealings and work hard to ensure that our clients always receive the highest level of professional advice, coupled with first class customer service and support.
  • We believe in creating harmonious relationships, being approachable at all times, and in making sure we always talk your language.
  • We view ourselves not only as Chartered Accountants but also as business advisors who work with clients to help them maximise all their business and financial opportunities.​

Sectors we work with

No matter what industry your business is in we can help.

We specialise in a wide range of sectors including:

Academies and Free Schools

We have acted for academy schools since their introduction by the then Labour government and we pride ourselves on the wealth of expertise that we have built up in this area.

Agriculture

We have been helping farmers and other agricultural businesses since 1936 when the Firm was first established.

Charities

Our charities team is headed by a holder of the ICAEW Diploma in Charity Accounting and we are committed to continually developing our expertise in this area.

Family Businesses

We able to advise you on all aspects of your business, helping you to become established and to develop and expand over the years.

Leisure Trusts

The regularity environment for Leisure Trusts is one that requires careful navigation. We have been actively providing advice, support and accountancy related services to Leisure Trusts for more than 20 years.

Manufacturing

The manufacturing industry continues to face many changes, therefore it needs the support of an experienced adviser to ensure they receive the best possible support and advice.

Medical

We have extensive experience of providing medical accounting, taxation and auditing services to a wide range of medical professionals including GPs, Consultants, Dentists and also Residential Care Homes.

Professional Practices

Our clients in the professions include solicitors, medical consultants, doctors, veterinary surgeons, and chartered surveyors. Therefore we are able to offer a wide range of services and advice to these practices.

Property & Construction

Whether engaged by building companies, developers, material sub-contractors or investors our experience in the construction sector provides clients with the confidence.

Retail

Whether it be a traditional retail outlet, or a fully online offering, with our knowledge of this sector we have helped our clients to maintain healthy and profitable businesses.

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