William Cooper (accountant)

Cooper started his professional career as a clerk at Quilter, Ball & Co.^[2] In 1854, he left the firm to establish his own practice at No. 13 George Street in London.^[2] In 1858, his brother Arthur joined the practice and the name was changed to W. & A. Cooper. In 1860, the firm was renamed Cooper Brothers, a name that is now well-known in the accountancy world.^[1]

Cooper was the son of Emmanuel Cooper, an influential figure in the City of London and Deputy Chairman of London & County Bank.^[1]