Business Details
34 Years
experience
Expert Accountants in Hampshire | HBSL
Established in 1992, HBSL provides tailored accounting services to small businesses and individuals. Our directors, David and Frances Warren, bring over 40 years of combined experience from both accountancy practice and hands-on business management. We prioritise client needs over standardised approaches, offering compliance support, tax advice, and strategic business guidance. Our services adapt to evolving business requirements, focusing on simplifying financial obligations while minimising costs. Based in the Meon Valley, we serve Hampshire and beyond through personal consultations and digital solutions.We specialise in self-assessment, VAT, payroll, and company formation services, alongside year-end accounts and charity accounting. Our informal, jargon-free communication style ensures clients understand their financial position clearly. With experience as directors of trading companies, we uniquely understand business owners' challenges. We aim to reduce administrative burdens, allowing clients to focus on growth. Our flexible engagement model supports businesses at every stage, from startup to expansion. This client-centric philosophy has sustained our practice for over three decades.
Services
Self Assessment Tax Returns
Bookkeeping Services
VAT Returns
Year End Accounts
Business Startup Advice
Company Formations
Payroll Services
Construction Industry Scheme
Business Planning
Charity Accounting
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of combined experience in professional accountancy
- Our services adapt to meet evolving business requirements
- We provide straightforward advice with minimal technical jargon
- Our team has hands-on business experience as former company directors
- We reduce administrative burdens through tailored accounting solutions
Services
Self Assessment Tax Returns
We prepare and submit accurate self-assessment tax returns for individuals and businesses. Our service includes calculating tax liabilities, claiming eligible reliefs, and meeting HMRC deadlines. Clients receive clear explanations of their obligations and potential savings.
Bookkeeping Services
We maintain precise accounting records using traditional packages, online systems, or client-preferred formats. Our service ensures compliance with HMRC requirements while providing real-time financial insights. We adapt to each client's technical capabilities and time constraints.
VAT Returns
We handle VAT registration, return preparation, and payment submissions. Our service optimises VAT reclaim opportunities while ensuring compliance with changing regulations. Clients receive guidance on VAT-efficient business decisions.
Year End Accounts
We prepare statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. Our service includes financial statement preparation, corporation tax computations, and audit support. We explain results clearly to inform business strategy.
Business Startup Advice
We advise on business structures, accounting systems, and tax obligations for new ventures. Our guidance covers company formation, cashflow management, and regulatory requirements. We help startups establish sound financial foundations from inception.
People
David Warren
Director
With over 40 years in accountancy, David founded HBSL in 1992 after working in diverse firms. His experience as a trading company director informs our practical approach to client service.
Frances Warren
Director
Frances brings extensive accountancy experience and business management insight from her directorship roles. She co-founded HBSL to deliver more responsive services to small businesses across Hampshire.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide self-assessment, VAT returns, year-end accounts, payroll, business startup advice, and tailored financial guidance. Our services adapt to each business's specific needs.
How do you tailor services to individual client requirements?
We assess your accounting skills, time availability, and business stage to create custom solutions. Our flexible approach scales with your business growth or changing circumstances.
What experience do your accountants have?
Our directors have over 40 years combined accountancy experience plus hands-on business management expertise from directorship roles in trading companies.
Which areas do you serve?
Based in the Meon Valley, we serve Hampshire businesses in Southampton, Portsmouth, Fareham, and Winchester. We also work remotely with clients nationwide via digital tools.
