Accounting for Advertising & PR
Our expert team offers key accounting solutions that meet the challenges of the advertising & PR industry. They’re here to handle everything from bookkeeping, accounts or VAT to securing finance or dealing with a merger or acquisition.
- Comprehensive, industry-specific accounting and tax advice tailored for the advertising & PR industry
- Aligned with your vision of where you want your agency to be and help with the financial planning that will make it happen
- Trusted by over 100,000 SME clients and individuals
Why choose Xeinadin for advertising & PR accounting?
In creative industries like advertising, marketing, and public relations, managing finances can often take a back seat to big ideas and bold campaigns. At Xeinadin, we provide specialist accountancy and business advisory services tailored to the unique needs of advertising and PR agencies across the UK.
With decades of experience supporting creative businesses, our expert team understands the challenges you face, from cash flow complexities to project-based revenue recognition, managing freelancers, R&D tax claims, and adapting to shifting client expectations. We don’t just do the numbers, we help you build a profitable, future-ready agency.
How Xeinadin can help
- With you at every step: Our experience with advertising, marketing and PR agencies gives us more than an insight into how you work and the support you need.
- Project-based accounting: We help you track profitability by campaign, client, or department, ensuring you price work correctly and understand where to grow or streamline.
- Tax planning & compliance: Sometimes tax-saving opportunities can be overlooked. We help you identify eligible R&D tax credits, claim capital allowances, and plan ahead to minimise liabilities.
- Outsourced finance function: Let us be your virtual finance team. Our experts can manage your bookkeeping, invoicing, credit control, and more, giving you peace of mind and saving valuable time.
- Growth & succession planning: We support agencies at every stage, whether you’re preparing for rapid expansion, hiring senior talent, or planning your exit strategy. Our advisors bring insights that help you grow sustainably.
Our accounting services
Why choose Xeinadin accounting for design businesses?
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Bespoke services to suit you
We put you at the centre and understand your business in order to build a clear plan that matches your goals. Our mission is to power both your business impact and your creative spark. That’s why our advice is never off-the-shelf but targeted at key wins like maximising tax efficiency so you can keep driving bold campaigns forward.
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Industry expertise
With deep expertise across a range of industries, including advertising & PR, we know how to shape the right financial structures to set your business up for lasting success.
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Industry insights
We partner with a diverse mix of clients across the advertising and PR world, keeping us tuned in to the latest trends and industry insights. This means we can provide the right guidance to strengthen your financial structure, whether that’s identifying eligible R&D tax credits, managing cash flow, or handling your accounts.
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Extensive capabilities
We understand that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work. That’s why we act as your business partner, shaping our strategy around your unique needs to help you achieve your financial goals.
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Local accountancy services
Long-term, local relationships are at the heart of our business. With offices across the UK and Ireland, we’ll do our best to connect you with an accountant you can trust.
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Trusted accountants for all on-screen professionals
We’re one of the top-rated accountancy firms in the UK. Over 2,500 advisors provide expert services to 100,000 clients across the UK and beyond. Find out more about us.
Meet our accountants for advertising & PR
“At Xeinadin, we understand that creativity thrives on clarity. Our expert support helps advertising and PR agencies stay financially sharp, tax-efficient, and strategically focused so they can grow with confidence and do what they do best: create impact.” – Mark Gold, Partner
Marc Franks
Managing Partner Central LondonActors, Advertising & PRLondon West End
David Ezekiel
PartnerAdvertising & PR, DesignLondon West End
Nick Garfen
PartnerActors, Advertising & PRLondon West End
Mark Gold
PartnerActors, Advertising & PRLondon West End
Mitul Patel
PartnerAdvertising & PR, Film & TVLondon West End
Hina Tanna
PartnerAdvertising & PR, Film & TVLondon West End
Paresh Shah
PartnerAdvertising & PR, Film & TVLondon West EndFind a local accountant for your advertising & PR company
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Whether you’re just starting your company or are established in the industry, our team of accountants for advertising and PR are here to help. Contact us today for a free consultation with one of our experts.
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Accounting for advertising & PR FAQs
Advertising and PR businesses have unique financial structures, including project-based billing, freelancer payments, and campaign-specific profitability. A specialist accountant like Xeinadin understands these nuances and provides tailored advice to help you stay compliant, maximise profits, and grow sustainably.
Yes. Many creative agencies don’t realise they may qualify for Research & Development (R&D) tax credits, especially when using new technologies or developing innovative campaign processes. Our team can assess eligibility, prepare your claim, and ensure you don’t leave money on the table.
Absolutely. Whether you’re a startup PR agency or a full-service advertising firm with global clients, we adapt our support to match your scale and ambitions. We offer flexible service packages, from compliance-only to full outsourced finance departments.
Yes. Our advisory services go beyond compliance. We help with cash flow forecasting, budgeting, profit improvement, succession planning, and even M&A readiness. We work closely with creative businesses to align financial strategy with long-term goals.
We become your virtual finance team, handling day-to-day accounting tasks like bookkeeping, payroll, VAT returns, and credit control. It’s a cost-effective solution for agencies that want expert support without the overhead of an in-house team.
