Rob Kendall retires after 40 years with HB&O
Rob Kendall, who lives in Kenilworth, joined HB&O in 1985 and will be stepping away from the business after 40 years with the firm. He had previously worked for Thompson McLintock, as well as Dafferns and Thornton Baker before joining Harrison Beale, which at the time had eight staff at one office on Queen’s Road […]
Supporting business and sport: HB&O sponsors Stefan Hill’s racing comeback
A world champion endurance motorbike racer from Coventry has made his return to Supersport racing with support from a regional accountancy firm. Stefan Hill is racing for Astro JJR HIPPO Suzuki in the British Supersport Championship, marking his return to the sport after specialising in endurance racing. The 26-year-old is a former World Endurance Cup […]
HB&O partners with governance expert Karl George MBE
HB&O has partnered with a corporate governance expert to expand its advisory services to medium-sized businesses. The firm will be working with internationally established governance expert Karl George, CEO of The Governance Forum, to develop new service lines around governance and artificial intelligence. He brings over 30 years’ of expertise in governance, compliance and strategic […]
Celebrating more promotions and a new team member at HB&O
HB&O has made a string of promotions alongside a key appointment to its human resources department. HB&O, which has offices in Birmingham, Coventry and Leamington, has promoted 11 members of staff and appointed Lauren Sanders as its new HR Manager to support the growing team. Lauren joins the firm with nearly 20 years’ experience across manufacturing, healthcare and professional […]
HB&O partners with Reducer to help clients save on utility costs
A Midlands independent accountancy firm has partnered with a new cost management platform to help businesses identify potential savings on their utility bills – which could range from hundreds to thousands of pounds. HB&O, which has offices in Birmingham, Coventry and Leamington Spa, will be working with Reducer as part of its Virtual Finance Office […]
Corporate football tournament raises funds for local charities
A charity football tournament has kicked off an independent accountancy firm’s year of fundraising for an air ambulance charity. HB&O, which has offices in Coventry, Leamington and Birmingham, is partnering with the Warwickshire and Northamptonshire Air Ambulance as its charity of the year. The first major fundraising event was a corporate five-a-side tournament at Leamington […]
HB&O supports Activity Alliance’s mission to expand disability sport
A national organisation increasing opportunities for disabled people to get involved in sports is seeking a Chair, new trustees and business supporters as it prepares for two showpiece events in Coventry. Activity Alliance, based in Leicestershire and operating across the UK, is the leading voice for disabled people in sports and activities. Their vision is […]
HB&O opens a new office in Birmingham, expanding client support
A Midlands independent accountancy firm has expanded by opening a new office in Birmingham following a significant period of growth. HB&O, which also has existing offices in Coventry and Leamington Spa, has moved into a prime location at Northspring on Temple Street, in the heart of Birmingham city centre. It will be the first time […]
HB&O introduces new specialist tax advisory teams to strengthen service offering
A leading regional accountancy firm has launched new tax advisory teams to strengthen its market position and hone the specialist services it provides to clients. HB&O, which has offices in Coventry and Leamington, has formed the two teams to formalise its service delivery in Transaction Tax Services and Inheritance Tax, Trusts and Estates. The […]
Significant tax changes for double cab pick-ups from April 2025
Businesses and individuals are being warned to take note of a major rule change that is set to increase taxes on company vehicles in under three months. From 6 April, double cab pick-ups (DCPUs) with a payload of one tonne or more will be treated as cars for Benefits in Kind (BIK) and capital allowance […]
Shaping the future of the accountancy sector
An emerging leader in the accountancy sector is sharing his knowledge with colleagues across the globe as a Coventry and Warwickshire accountancy firm expands its international reach. Jack Dunne, a Client Manager at HB&O, has joined the Emerging Leaders Programme DFK International, a global association of independent accounting, tax, and business advisory firms. The programme […]
HB&O provides expert audit support to Motionhouse
Touring dance-circus company, Motionhouse, is preparing to launch its next major production which will soon grace the international stage. The Warwickshire-based company will be premiering ‘Hidden’ on Thursday, February 6. The not-for-profit company, founded in Leamington Spa in 1988, is renowned for its track record of exporting creative work around the world and will be […]
