HWB is positioned as a client focused, partner led accountancy practice supporting owner managed businesses, growing SMEs, and established regional enterprises.

The firm is known for maintaining the personal service of a traditional local practice while delivering the technical capability and systems typically associated with larger national firms. Its approach is centred on long term relationships, proactive advice, and practical business support.

HWB became part of the ETL GLOBAL international platform in 2019, joining the ETL GLOBAL UK group through strategic investment by ETL Global.

This partnership gives HWB access to a global network of professional services firms spanning more than 60 countries, enabling seamless cross border support in accounting, tax, audit, and legal advisory services.

While benefiting from this international reach, HWB continues to operate with full autonomy and its own leadership team, preserving its independent culture and client focused approach.

HWB offers a comprehensive range of accounting and advisory services, including:

• Statutory accounts and audit
• Corporate and personal tax planning
• Business advisory and financial forecasting
• Outsourced finance function support
• Payroll and VAT services
• Cloud accounting and digital transformation support

The firm is particularly recognised for its ability to combine compliance expertise with forward looking business advice tailored to SME growth.

HWB has built a strong reputation over four decades of consistent service and growth.

Key highlights include:

• Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2025
• Long standing presence supporting businesses across Hampshire and the South Coast
• Strong reputation for specialist charity accounting and community involvement
• Contribution to the wider success of the ETL GLOBAL UK group, which is ranked among the Top 20 firms in the Accountancy Age Top 50+50

As part of the ETL GLOBAL UK group, HWB benefits from shared infrastructure, technical resources, and international collaboration opportunities, backed by ETL Global. 

The wider group model supports investment in digital tools, workflow automation, and cloud based accounting systems, enabling HWB to continuously modernise its service delivery and improve client efficiency. 

HWB’s long term strategy is focused on sustainable growth while maintaining its independent identity and strong local roots.

Key priorities include:

• Supporting UK SMEs with international growth ambitions through ETL GLOBAL connectivity
• Expanding digital and cloud based service offerings
• Enhancing operational efficiency through automation and modern practice systems
• Attracting and developing specialist talent across tax and advisory services
• Continuing to grow its presence across Hampshire and surrounding regions

Through this approach, HWB continues to evolve as a modern, technology enabled advisory firm, combining the strengths of a long established local practice with the scale and international reach of ETL GLOBAL UK, backed by ETL Global.