A leading independent accountancy firm with two offices Coventry and Warwickshire has announced a raft of promotions.
HB&O, which has offices in Leamington and Coventry, has made 10 promotions across its accounts, audit, marketing and Virtual Finance Office (VFO) teams.
The promotions come in a milestone year for the firm which is celebrating 20 years since a merger brought together DA Owen and Harrison Beale to form HB&O in 2004.
The firm offers a wide range of services to businesses and individuals, including audit, tax, transaction tax services, payroll, business advisory services and Virtual Finance Office.
Promotions have seen staff rise through the ranks from trainee to senior positions, with individuals given support with training, qualifications and professional development to aid advancement.
In the firm’s Coventry office, Nathanael Hodges has been promoted from Trainee Accountant to Audit Senior after three years with the firm. He has experience in audit and accounts but will now work full-time in the audit team.
Sophie Butteriss, from Leicestershire, joined the business in August 2023 and is currently studying for her ACCA qualification. She has moved up to Semi-Senior Level 1.
VAT specialist Thomas Callis has been promoted to VAT Manager. Thomas, an ACA qualified accountant from Atherstone, provides advice and support to clients on all aspects of compliance and planning.
Karlie Pearson has also been promoted to Senior Accountant after five years with HB&O.
HB&O’s Leamington office has seen four promotions, including James Trotman from Stratford-upon-Avon who has continued to progress after seven years with the firm.
James has been promoted from Senior Accountant to Accounts Supervisor, and previously had been supported with training for his ACA qualification through HB&O.
Liam Bullimore, from Leamington, who works in the accounts team, has been promoted to Accounts Senior after three years with the business.
Anu Muthulingham, from Coventry, works across the accounts and audit teams and is working towards her ACCA qualification. In recognition of her development, she has progressed to Semi-Senior Level 1.
Marketing specialist Molly Savage, from Coventry, has been promoted to Marketing Executive and is set to play an integral role in the development of the firm’s marketing activity.
The series of promotions have included two in HB&O’s growing VFO team, which offers tailored support and utilises innovative technology to provide real-time insights into business performance.
Joe Johnson, from Rugby has advanced to VFO Senior after three years with the firm. He is joined by Jack Berry, from Warwick, who has stepped up to VFO Technician Level 3.
Helen Coombes, Staff Partner, said the promotions demonstrate the firm’s commitment to staff development.
“We are committed to investing in the skills of our team and providing development opportunities at all levels of the business,” said Helen.
“Our team are the foundation of our success and while we continue to grow the business it is essential that we have the right people in place that reflect the core values of HB&O.
“We have a track record of staff development, with many of our senior team having been with the firm for many years. These promotions are well-deserved and in recognition of the hard work of each individual over the last year.”
