About William Cooper
Lived 1826 – 1871 (aged 44–45). William Cooper was a British entrepreneur and accountant.
William Cooper (1826–1871) was an English accountant who founded the accountancy practice of Cooper Brothers, now a part of PricewaterhouseCoopers.
Career Cooper started his professional career as a clerk at Quilter, Ball & Co. In 1854, he left the firm to establish his own practice at No. 13 George Street in London. 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.
Personal life Cooper was the son of Emmanuel Cooper, an influential figure in the City of London and Deputy Chairman of London & County Bank.
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Who was William Cooper?
English accountant, born c.1826 (1826–1871)
When was William Cooper born?
William Cooper was born in 1826 in England.
When did William Cooper die?
William Cooper died in 1871.
What was William Cooper's occupation?
William Cooper was an entrepreneur and accountant.
What nationality was William Cooper?
William Cooper was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Cooper (accountant)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Cooper. https://biography.guide/william-cooper-entrepreneur/
MLA: "William Cooper." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-cooper-entrepreneur/.
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