Business Details
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Coventry, Leamington Spa & Birmingham
We are chartered accountants and business advisors with offices in Coventry, Leamington Spa, and Birmingham. Our approach extends beyond compliance, offering proactive solutions tailored to your business needs. With decades of combined experience, our team provides expert guidance in tax planning, audit services, payroll management, and strategic financial advice. We prioritise building long-term relationships, ensuring clients receive personalised support and access to cutting-edge financial tools. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as finalists in the 2025 Accounting Excellence Awards.We pride ourselves on demystifying complex financial processes, allowing business owners to focus on growth. Our Virtual Finance Office delivers bespoke outsourced accounting solutions, while our specialists navigate international expansion, inheritance tax planning, and VAT compliance. Client testimonials highlight our responsiveness, professionalism, and ability to deliver practical, results-driven advice.
Services
Audit Services
Tax Advisory
Payroll Processing
Inheritance Tax Planning
International Expansion Support
Highlights and features
- We offer proactive accounting solutions tailored to your business needs
- Our team combines decades of experience with cutting-edge financial technology
- We provide 24/7 access to expert accounting advice via phone, email, or Zoom
- Our Virtual Finance Office delivers customised outsourced accounting solutions
- Recognised as finalists in the 2025 Accounting Excellence Awards
Associations and certifications
- Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP)
What people say
Outstanding team
Proactive and friendly
Excellent service
First-class operation
Elite audit team
Services
Audit Services
Our audit process provides comprehensive financial reviews while delivering actionable insights to improve business operations. We combine technical expertise with sector-specific knowledge to ensure compliance and identify efficiency opportunities. Clients benefit from tailored audit strategies that enhance internal controls and build stakeholder confidence through transparent reporting.
Tax Advisory
We develop strategic tax solutions that align with business objectives while maintaining full compliance. Our specialists cover corporate tax structuring, transaction tax, and international tax planning. Services include statutory clearance applications, capital gains tax optimisation, and inheritance tax mitigation strategies tailored to individual and business client needs.
Payroll Processing
Our payroll team manages all aspects of employee compensation, including auto-enrolment pensions and real-time information reporting. We support businesses with payroll software integration and compliance requirements. Clients receive timely, accurate processing alongside expert guidance on emerging payroll tax regulations and reporting obligations.
Inheritance Tax Planning
We help clients protect their legacy through strategic inheritance tax mitigation. Services include trust creation, estate valuation, and lifetime gift planning. Our specialists navigate complex tax laws to minimise liabilities while ensuring assets are distributed according to client wishes through effective will and trust structures.
International Expansion
We support businesses entering international markets with tax compliance, entity structuring, and local regulatory guidance. Our global network assists with cross-border transactions, VAT/GST compliance, and market-specific financial strategies to ensure smooth international operations and tax-efficient expansion.
People
Mark Ashfield
Managing Director
Leading HB&O's strategic direction with over 20 years' experience in chartered accountancy. Specialises in business growth strategies and audit services. Finalist in the 2025 Practice Leader of the Year awards.
Helen Coombes
Head of Tax
Tax specialist with expertise in VAT compliance and international tax regulations. Leads HB&O's tax department in delivering strategic advisory services to corporate clients across multiple sectors including education and property.
Vanessa Glenn
Senior Tax Manager
Specialises in inheritance tax planning and trust management. Recognised for expertise in complex estate planning and tax-efficient wealth transfer strategies. Provides guidance on UK tax law to high-net-worth individuals.
Jessica Mason
Head of VAT
VAT specialist with focus on property transactions and international VAT compliance. Leads HMRC dispute resolution cases and provides strategic advice on cross-border tax implications for multinational businesses.
Neil Allcroft
Tax Director
Director specialising in corporate tax compliance and advisory services. Manages tax strategy for mid-sized businesses, with expertise in R&D tax relief claims and international expansion tax planning.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide audit, tax compliance, payroll processing, inheritance tax planning, and international expansion support tailored to business needs.
Do you specialise in specific industries?
We work with education providers, property investors, international businesses, and private clients, offering sector-specific financial expertise.
How do you handle tax compliance?
Our tax team ensures compliance through strategic planning, statutory filings, and specialist advice on VAT, corporate tax, and inheritance tax matters.
What makes your audit service different?
We combine technical audit excellence with practical business advice, delivering actionable insights to improve operational efficiency and internal controls.
Can you assist with international business expansion?
Yes, we provide cross-border tax compliance, entity structuring, and market entry strategies for businesses expanding globally.
Reviews (1)
Rtesh Lad
Jan 17, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism
I have been with this firm of accountants since 2012.
Helen / Harjit and the team are very professional and always there to hand when you need them for any matter.
I have been with this firm of accountants since 2012.
Helen / Harjit and the team are very professional and always there to hand when you need them for any matter.
