Ishan Madan

MCL Accountants

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December, 2023

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Ishan was very friendly, and made me feel very comfortable,this is from someone who is clueless around accounts.So ?for me.

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November, 2020

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Based in Middlesex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I started my own Limited company and therefore needed an accountant to manage my accounts and taxes

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Ishan has been such a fantastic accountant for us. He has very patiently addressed all our concerns, answered our queries and advised us at every stage. He has managed all our Payroll, VAT, Self Assessments and Corporate tax so efficiently for the last many years.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes absolutely!

What could they have done better?

Ishan is very organized and always on top of things. He has been the best so no improvements required.

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November, 2020

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Based in Essex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I needed to find a new firm at the start of 2018 after previous account retired and I had no faith in the person that took over.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Ishan took time to meet with me and discuss my personal circumstances and those of my business. He impressed with his knowledge from the very start and filled me with confidence. He has managed my personal and company tax very well.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

What could they have done better?

Nothing. Even during lockdown it has been service as normal from Ishan and his team. I have recommended him to a number of people.

Ishan's reply

Thanks for the kind review Brendan.

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November, 2020

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Based in Essex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Incorporation of a Limited company - ensure we are fulfilling our legal requirements and payroll.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Initial consultation to explain the process they would undertake including ongoing support and payroll function. Promptly set up with HMRC and all other relevant organisations - all legal requirements are actioned in advance of deadlines and proactive in answering any questions i may have.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes - 100%. Professional and prompt - i could not ask for more in the current stages of our business requirements.

What could they have done better?

I am confident all needs have been met, all ongoing questions been answered and confident as we grow, Ishan is the right accountant for us on a business and personal level.

Ishan's reply

Thanks for the kind review Umran.

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November, 2020

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Based in Bristol

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Future event.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Seemlessly replaced previous ccountant with better advice and service.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Ishan is excellent - he has exceeded our expectations.

What could they have done better?

N/A

Ishan's reply

Thanks for the kind review Neill.

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September, 2020

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Based in London

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

My other accountant had given me incorrect information which left me in a difficult situation.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

I'm very impressed with Ishan and his team. They came in on short notice to help me with my taxes and set me up for success moving forward. I feel a lot more confident in how to make the most of working for myself.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes

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August, 2020

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Based in Essex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Complicated Tax Self Assessment

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Quickly guided from apprehension to some peace of mind. So grateful.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Better and much more speedily resolved than ever hoped for fast but helpful and very professional.

What could they have done better?

My experience was perfect.

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August, 2020

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Based in Bristol

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

We felt that we needed more tax expertise and up to date knowledge generally.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Ish and his team provide a highly knowledgeable, responsive and professional service - which I would recommend to anyone.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes we have

What could they have done better?

I can't think of a way in which this service could be improved.

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August, 2020

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Based in Northamptonshire

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

To raise the awareness of Research and Development Tax Credits to UK Businesses and develop a strong working relationship to ensure all claims are dealt with efficiently.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Over the last five years we have worked closely with Ishan Madan of Maclean Carmichael Limited, assisting our mutual clients within the industrial, software and professional sectors to claim for Research and Development Tax Credits. Generating around £940k of tax rebates and tax credits. Working with MCL allows for the submission of successful R&D claims and has helped ensure that no qualifying costs are missed. MCL are always quick and efficient in dealing with our requests, allowing us to complete all claims in a timely and orderly manner.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, great working relationship and all mutual clients were extremely satisfied with their successful R&D claims.

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August, 2020

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Based in Essex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I was starting a business and needed a reliable Accountant that I could trust to give me the best advice and support.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

I have used MCL for years and find them very professional and seem to really care about their clients. It feels very personal and I like that about MCL. Fantastic people and company. Highly recommend them.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes I have no bad words to say about Ishan. He has been very helpful and knowledgeable with every aspect of my business and I highly recommend him to any person or business seeking some expert advice and help. Brilliant personal service.

What could they have done better?

Honestly cannot think of anything Ishan could of done better. He has done more than I expected and always in good time. As close to perfect as you can get.

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August, 2020

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Based in Devon

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

As the business changed needed different advice.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Very capable and proficient practice. I have worked in the same business with him/MCL and have been very impressed at their quality, speed and strategic/practice advise. Would highly recommend them.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, I every year I am impressed at their support and service. Have recommended to other clients.1

What could they have done better?

I am fully satisfied and they deliver beyond my expectations.

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August, 2020

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Based in Middlesex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I started my own limited company in 2015

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Ishan was very helpful right from the start. I approached him to discuss about setting up my own company and he managed everything from there on which included forming a company and registering it. Since then Ishan has managed all my tax returns, monthly payroll, self assessment and has proactively provided tax advice and guidance to me.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes absolutely. Ishan has been a fantastic accountant and is very approachable, communicative and efficient.

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August, 2020

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Based in London

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

To prepare business accounts

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

he prepared my business accounts.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

yes

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August, 2020

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Based in London

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

For business purposes.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

He prepared the accounts for my business.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

yes

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August, 2020

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Based in Essex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I set up a new company last year and needed an accountant

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

I'm very impressed with Ishan and his team. They came in on short notice to help me with my taxes and set me up for success moving forward. I feel a lot more confident in how to make the most of working for myself.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, absolutely!

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August, 2020

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Based in Essex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I run a beauty business and needed a reliable accountant to help me with my tax returns to ensure everything was done correctly.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

I have been using MCL Accountants for a couple of years now and they are by far the best and very efficient. They are professional, always get back to my emails straight away and have helped me a lot giving great advice. I highly recommend MCL Accountants.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes I am very happy with the service that ishan at MCL provided me.

What could they have done better?

There isn’t anything I would say they could do better as they have always done everything that i required and been so efficient which is great.

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August, 2020

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Based in Essex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I needed sound advice in a manner I could understand with the confidence that the advice I was given would be in my best interests.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

I have been using MCL Accountants for over 7 years, firstly with my tax returns when I was self employed. They helped me set up my Limited company and now handle my company accounts, payroll, Vat and book keeping. Over this period they have given great advice and guidance, I would definitely recommend using them.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

The personal attention and advice given to me by Ishan has be en invaluable for me, removing the drudge and worries of performing my own finances.

What could they have done better?

I must say that I’m more than satisfied with the service given to me by MCL accounts and especially by Mr Ishan Madan himself.

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August, 2020

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Based in Middlesex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

To file self-assessment, business start-up advice forming a Company and filing accounts and tax return.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Ishan prepared a proper plan and advised on pros and cons of our plan and suggested alternative solutions available including some of the tax planning elements which we were not utilising at all.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

We were more than happy.

What could they have done better?

Ishan has and always walk extra mile for his clients, We are extremely happy and satisfied with his services.

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August, 2020

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Based in Essex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Forming of new company and bookkeeping

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

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Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes

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August, 2020

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Based in London

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

Direct experience of the fantastic service Ishan provided for a client.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Professional, responsive, knowledgeable, fast turn-around. Its been nothing a but a fantastic experience with MCL. Being a qualified accountant/Finance Director myself I can really appreciate the quality of service delivered to ourselves and our clients we recommend. Just Do It - switch to MCL.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes - in all aspects. I cannot fault the service.

What could they have done better?

Honestly - nothing. Fully satisfied.

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August, 2020

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Based in London

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

As a small business, we needed an accountant who was responsive and understood the challenges faced as well as the day to day requirements of such businesses.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Always incredibly efficient and responsive. There's never been a question they haven't been able to answer or an issue they haven't been able to resolve for our company. Great to work with and would thoroughly recommend

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, absolutely.

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August, 2020

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Based in Essex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

We needed to switch accountants after our previous accountant decided to move away.

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Ishan, Lee and their team represent the pinnacle of what it means to be a service business. We are proud to count ourselves amongst their very first clients and have enjoyed not only a long history of superb financial accounting for our business - being the most 'in-house' external partner one could hope for, but also friendship and support making them the nicest people to work with. They will help your business be better!

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, we have been absolutely delighted with the switch to MCL.

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August, 2020

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Based in Essex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I started my own Ltd business so need an accountant

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

I have used MCL for three years since starting my own Ltd business and have always found them extremely professional, helpful and knowledgable. I have recommended them to five friends and colleagues all of whom now work with Ishan and the team.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

yes

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August, 2020

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Based in Essex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

We were looking for a new accountant to handle our outsourced finance function

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

It was a great day when we hired MCL 10 years ago, and has proved to be one of the best decisions we've ever made. Ishan is not only a lovely person, he's a truly brilliant accountant and his steady presence, solid advice and trusted guidance have been invaluable to us through thick and thin. He has an ability to make even the most complex subject understandable, and always has the answers you need. Ishan and his team are professional, reliable, responsive and an absolute pleasure to work with. I've recommended them to many people and wouldn't hesitate to say that they are the best accountants we've ever had.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes

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August, 2020

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Based in Essex

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an accountant?

I setup a new business and I was looking for an accountant

How has Ishan Madan helped you?

Very thankful to the MCL team for their guidance & support over the last 18 months, they have been our outsourced finance function handling bookkeeping, payroll and annual accounts work for us and allowed me to concentrate on growing the business without worrying about managing the day to day finance function. Keep up the good work.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes