About me

I have a real passion for developing close working relationships with our diverse portfolio of clients and enjoy being part of the dynamic growth of the Wilson Partners Group.

I’m an Accounting Director at Wilson Partners following the acquisition of BCS Accounting in May 2022. Previous to this I was a Director of an accountancy practice which we grew substantially over the previous decade.

As a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) with a demonstrated history of over 15 years in the industry, I have a keen interest in all areas of accountancy – with a key focus on year-end accounting and servicing the needs of FCA regulated businesses, particularly hedge funds, investment and private equity management companies.

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The true cost of an FCA compliance breach: It’s more than just a fine

For FCA regulated entities, the true impact of a compliance breach is operational, strategic and reputational.

Robert Simmons
by Robert Simmons

FCA compliance and fundraising: What investors look for before they commit capital

When investors assess an FCA regulated firm, they do not start with revenue projections. They start with risk.

Robert Simmons
by Robert Simmons
web FCA BNPL

New FCA rules for buy now pay later

Unregulated Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) agreements will come under full Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regulation from 15 July 2026.…

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by Robert Simmons
FCA compliance

How regulated entities can streamline FCA compliance without wasting time and resources

For hedge fund managers, FCA compliance can feel like a constant drain on time and resources. With the growing complexity…

Robert Simmons
by Robert Simmons
Outsourcing FCA compliance reporting

Should you outsource FCA compliance reporting? The pros and cons for regulated entities

For hedge funds, FCA compliance reporting is a time-consuming but essential function. Get it wrong, and the consequences range from…

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by Robert Simmons
Start-up hedge fund compliance

FCA compliance for start-up regulated entities: what you need to know

Launching a hedge fund is an exciting but complex process. While fund managers focus on investment strategy, fundraising, and operations,…

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by Robert Simmons