Football stars sign up to HB&O’s new sports finance support
HB&O have launched a new company to provide specialist tax and financial support to professional sportspeople. HB&O Sports Management is dedicated to helping athletes, agents and clubs to manage their finances with confidence. The company aims to simplify matters like tax returns, efficiency, rebates and HMRC correspondence. Offering financial education and long-term planning so that […]
Young racer on track to emulate F1 heroes after sponsorship deal with HB&O
A talented young racing driver is on track to emulate his hero Lando Norris after signing a sponsorship deal with HB&O this year. Six-year-old sensation Aidan Castleman, from Wolvey, defied the odds – against older drivers and teams with bigger budgets – to finish sixth in his first season in the Super One Series, a […]
The true cost of employing staff in Birmingham in 2026
Businesses planning for the next financial year are being urged to factor in the full cost of employment ahead of a series of changes coming into force in April 2026 which will increase the cost of hiring staff. HB&O is warning that many employers may underestimate the full cost of taking on employees when planning […]
HB&O encourages action on Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
A leading Midlands accountancy firm is urging small business owners not to get caught out by a major tax legislation change coming into force in April. HB&O, which has offices in Coventry, Leamington and Birmingham, is warning that many owner-managed business might not be aware of the change or could miss the deadline as they […]
HB&O supports Motormax investment deal
A fleet safety company in Lichfield is on the road to further growth after securing private equity investment in its 15th anniversary year. Motormax, a family-run business based at Shenstone Business Park, has entered into a strategic investment partnership with MxP Partners LLP (“MxP”), which is renowned for scaling high-growth businesses. Initially formed by brothers […]
HB&O delivers reverse advent calendar to support LWS Night Shelter
A leading independent accountancy firm spreads festive cheer to those in need after presenting a special self-curated reverse advent calendar to a local homeless charity. Every day through December, members of the team at HB&O, which has offices in Birmingham, Coventry and Leamington, have been donating essential items to the over-sized advent calendar. The gift […]
HB&O climbs higher in UK’s top 100 accountancy rankings!
A Midlands accountancy firm has topped off a year of sustained growth and significant investment by climbing a prestigious set of industry rankings. HB&O, which expanded its footprint earlier this year by opening an office in Birmingham, has climbed six places in the Accountancy Age Top 50+50 rankings for 2025. The expansion into Birmingham, launch […]
Another round of promotions at HB&O as the year comes to a close
An independent Midlands accountancy firm has made a senior appointment in its Coventry team as part of a series of promotions. HB&O, which has offices in Birmingham, Coventry and Leamington, has promoted Mathew Neal to Head of Accounts Coventry as part of 12 promotions made at the firm. Mathew, from Coventry, joined the business in […]
The limits of AI and why a human touch still matters in tax
Artificial intelligence is improving efficiency in accountancy but continues to struggle with complex tax matters and financial advice, according to an adviser at a leading independent firm. Holly Walker, Tax Senior at HB&O, has highlighted how AI can be a powerful tool to streamline processes, but it is still not ready to advise on complex […]
HB&O celebrates further trainee success as Tim and Sophie become qualified
A pair of rising stars at a leading Midlands independent accountancy firm are celebrating after achieving their professional qualifications. Tim Smith and Sophie Butteriss, both based in HB&O’s Coventry office, have completed their final exams and will become chartered accountants. They will now move into senior positions at the firm which employs 14 trainees across […]
Neil Allcroft urges action on ID verification for directors & PSCs
Business leaders and entrepreneurs are being warned to act now to avoid being caught out by one of the biggest reforms of UK company law in decades. In a landmark move to bolster integrity and transparency in corporate governance, Companies House will introduce mandatory identity verification for individual company directors and Persons with Significant Control […]
Building connections in Birmingham
It has been four months since we opened the doors to our new Birmingham office – our first ever presence in the city. Our move into Birmingham, expanding from our existing bases in Coventry and Leamington, was a major milestone in HB&O’s growth. Located in the heart of the city at Northspring on Temple Street, […]