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Energetic, grounded and smart, PEM is Cambridge's largest independent firm of accountants, tax and business advisers, working with clients in and beyond Cambridge for over 145 years.
We advise businesses, not for profit organisations, private individuals and families on all areas of their business, tax and wealth. Our role is an enabler – one that can be relied on to deliver its services with accuracy, quality and confidence every time.
Our clients enjoy a relationship that’s open and jargon-free; one where needs are explored and understood; and one where our reliability and track record contribute to our clients’ success. We combine our collective knowledge and smartness to deliver certainty in an uncertain world.
PEM is also a proud member of Kreston International, a global network of over 200 accounting firms across 125 countries. This provides a resource of over 25,000 dedicated professionals wherever in the world you happen to do business.
“At all levels PEM are very approachable. They are able to see the problems from our angle and level, and they tailor their advice in a clear and concise way. We wish we’d moved to PEM years ago.”
We advise businesses, not for profit organisations, private individuals and families on all areas of their business, tax and wealth. Our role is an enabler – one that can be relied on to deliver its services with accuracy, quality and confidence every time.
Our clients enjoy a relationship that’s open and jargon-free; one where needs are explored and understood; and one where our reliability and track record contribute to our clients’ success. We combine our collective knowledge and smartness to deliver certainty in an uncertain world.
PEM is also a proud member of Kreston International, a global network of over 200 accounting firms across 125 countries. This provides a resource of over 25,000 dedicated professionals wherever in the world you happen to do business.
“At all levels PEM are very approachable. They are able to see the problems from our angle and level, and they tailor their advice in a clear and concise way. We wish we’d moved to PEM years ago.”
Overview
Location
United Kingdom, England, Cambridge
Employees
201-500
Total raised
$13.54K
Founded date
1875
Funding Rounds 1
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Mentions in press and media 12
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| May 5, 2026 | PEM takes on Yorkshire Three Peaks to raise £10 000 for local charities | Forty‑four members of the PEM team are set to take on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge on Saturday 6 June, raising vital funds for the PEM Charitable Trust. The challenge will see the team tackle a demanding 24‑mile (38.6km) route across... |
| Apr 1, 2026 | PEM announces promotion of Michael Godfrey to Partner | PEM is delighted to announce the promotion of Michael Godfrey to Partner. Michael’s appointment marks a significant milestone in a career that has spanned more than two decades with the firm, during which he has become a respected adviser t... |
| Mar 4, 2024 | PEM raise over £2,000 from the Cambridge Half Marathon | On Sunday 3 March 2024, 17 brave PEM employees took on the Cambridge Half Marathon to fundraise for the PEM Charitable Trust, and were able to surpass their fundraising target of £2,000! (Back row, left to right: Jack Porter, Cameron Rothwe... |
| Dec 18, 2023 | PEM’s Christmas raffle raises funds for the Charitable Trust | On 15 December, PEM held the PEM Charitable Trust Christmas raffle at their annual Christmas party, hosted at the Cambridge Corn Exchange. With over 50 prizes to be won such as hampers, afternoon teas, vouchers, an air fryer, AirPods and wi... |
| Mar 31, 2023 | PEM launch Tax Investigation Service | PEM, Cambridge’s largest independent firm of accountants, tax and business advisers, launches their Tax Investigation Service. Led by Private Client Partners, Sanchia Norris and Mary Shoesmith, the service will support those who have found ... |
| Mar 25, 2021 | Charity and not for profit leaders join together to discuss leadership and diversity | Charity and not for profit leaders join together to discuss leadership and diversity 25-03-2021 Last month, with its partners PEM, Pure was delighted to hold its first Charity Leaders Group of 2021. Pure writes: Delivered virtually on Zoom,... |
| Mar 19, 2015 | A brand new era for PEM | A brand new era for PEM 19-03-2015 PEM, the largest firm of accountants and business advisers based in Cambridge, has launched its new brand, signalling the start of a new era for the firm. PEM’s new brand reflects its unique position at th... |
| Feb 25, 2014 | Milner Masterclass programme starts this Thursday | Milner Masterclass programme starts this Thursday 25-02-2014 Milner Strategic Marketing, in partnership with the St John’s Innovation Centre, is proud to present a seminar programme to support businesses with ambition. With economic indicat... |
| Jan 5, 2011 | PEM powers up to mark 135 years of success | PEM powers up to mark 135 years of success 05-01-2011 Peters Elworthy & Moore launches a powerful media campaign to celebrate 135 years as one of the leading independent firms of accountants in Cambridge. Individuals and businesses in E... |
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FAQ about PEM Accountants
When was PEM Accountants founded?
PEM Accountants was founded in 1875.
How much funding has PEM Accountants raised?
PEM Accountants has raised $13.54K in total across 1 funding round.
What has the press written about PEM Accountants?
Parsers VC has collected 12 articles mentioning PEM Accountants, among them “PEM takes on Yorkshire Three Peaks to raise £10 000 for local charities” (May 5, 2026) and “PEM announces promotion of Michael Godfrey to Partner” (Apr 1, 2026).
Is PEM Accountants still active?
Yes, PEM Accountants is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Aug 17, 2026.