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At HWB, we are a leading firm of chartered accountants with a reputation for delivering exceptional accounting and taxation advice to businesses across Hampshire and beyond. With over three decades of experience, we pride ourselves on our expertise in providing intelligent, proactive, and tailored solutions to add value to our clients' businesses.

Our Services

Our team of expert accountants and business advisors offers a wide range of services designed to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes and sectors. From audit and assurance to corporate finance and human resources, we have the expertise to support your business every step of the way. Our services include:

  • Accounting Services: We provide expert accounting services, including financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, to help your business make informed financial decisions.
  • Audit and Assurance: Our experienced auditors and accountants offer independent, objective assurance services to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
  • Auto Enrolment: We can help your business navigate the complexities of auto enrolment, ensuring compliance with pension regulations and minimizing administrative burdens.
  • Business Strategy & Planning: Our team of expert advisors can help you develop a comprehensive business plan, setting goals and strategy for your business' success.
  • Company Secretarial: We provide expert support with company secretarial services, including company formation, registration, and compliance.
  • Corporate Finance: Our financial experts can help you navigate the complexities of corporate finance, including fundraising, mergers and acquisitions, and financial planning.
  • Human Resources: Our HR specialists can support your business with all aspects of personnel management, from recruitment to employee relations.
  • International Services: We offer a range of international services, including tax planning, accounting, and auditing, to support businesses operating internationally.
  • iXBRL Tagging Service: Our experienced team can help you comply with the requirements of the iXBRL tagging service, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Online Accounting: Our cloud-based accounting software solutions provide comprehensive, real-time financial management and reporting.
  • Payroll Services: We can support your business with all aspects of payroll management, including payroll processing, pensions, and employee benefits.
  • Personal Tax Services: Our expert tax advisors can help you navigate the complexities of personal taxation, including tax planning, compliance, and dispute resolution.
  • Probate & Estate Administration: We provide support with probate and estate administration services, ensuring the smooth transition of assets and estates.
  • Specialist Tax and Financial Planning: Our experienced tax and financial advisors can help you develop a comprehensive tax and financial plan, ensuring your business and personal financial goals are met.
  • Tax Investigation Service: We offer a specialist tax investigation service, providing expert support and representation in the event of a tax investigation.
  • VAT Returns Service: Our experienced team can ensure accurate and timely submission of VAT returns, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.

Specialisms

We have a long-standing pedigree in Hampshire and a reputation for delivering expert accounting and taxation advice to businesses across various sectors. Our specialisms include:

  • Education Sector and Academies: We have extensive experience supporting schools and academies, providing expert support with financial management, accounting, and auditing.
  • Architects: Our team of expert accountants provides specialized support to architects, including financial planning, accounting, and taxation.
  • Charities: We understand the unique challenges faced by charities, providing expert support with financial management, accounting, and auditing.
  • FCA Accountants: Our experienced team of accountants has extensive experience supporting financial services businesses, including FCA-regulated firms.
  • Healthcare: We provide expert support to healthcare businesses, including financial planning, accounting, and auditing.
  • Legal: Our team of expert accountants provides specialized support to lawyers and law firms, including financial planning, accounting, and taxation.
  • Logistics: We understand the unique challenges faced by logistics businesses, providing expert support with financial management, accounting, and auditing.
  • Property Accountants: Our experienced team of accountants has extensive experience supporting property-related businesses, including financial planning, accounting, and taxation.
  • Recruitment: We provide expert support to recruitment agencies, including financial planning, accounting, and taxation.
  • Travel: Our team of expert accountants provides specialized support to travel businesses, including financial planning, accounting, and taxation.
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Positive: The majority of clients have had a positive experience with HWB, praising their exceptional service and professionalism.
Negative: One client had a negative experience with the firm's tax advice, accusing them of being dishonest and prioritizing their own interests over those of their clients.

Exceptional Service

HWB has consistently received high praise from clients for their exceptional service. They have been described as efficient, professional, and competent, with a special mention to Gemma Hedges and her tax team. The firm's audit function has also been commended for being personable, perceptive, and well-prepared, with clients feeling that they are well-supported throughout the process.

Professionalism and Expertise

The firm's professionals have been singled out for their knowledge and expertise, with clients appreciating their ability to provide comprehensive audits and financial support. The team has also been praised for their ability to fit around clients' requirements and complete their work with minimal disruption.

Negative Experience

However, not all clients have had a positive experience with HWB. One reviewer, Chris Jackson, had a negative experience with the firm's tax advice, which led to him owing HMRC thousands of pounds. He has accused the firm of being dishonest and prioritizing their own interests over those of their clients. He warns others to avoid the firm and seek advice elsewhere.

Overall Recommendation

Despite the negative review, the majority of clients have had a positive experience with HWB. The firm's professionalism, expertise, and exceptional service have earned them a reputation as a reliable and trustworthy accounting firm.