Join HB Accountants in Empowering Local Students: SME Cohort 1-Day Work Experience Program – Pilot

Posted on May 13, 2024 by Vicki H Foster

We’ve got an exciting opportunity brewing in our Hertfordshire community, and we want you and your business to be a part of it. As part of our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) commitment, HB Accountants offer work experience placements throughout the year. We are eager to do even more for our local students. We want to implement a program where students can rotate through five different businesses in a single week AND develop their understanding of the amazing employers and career opportunities available in Hoddesdon

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Embracing the Future: Welcoming Work Experience Placements at HB Accountants

Posted on April 25, 2024 by Catherine Hill

At HB Accountants, we’re not just about numbers; we’re about nurturing talent and fostering a culture of support and growth. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce our latest work experience placements, as they embark on a journey of learning and discovery with us.

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Sustainability Report from HB Accountants: 2024

Posted on April 22, 2024 by Karen Chase

The HB Accountants Sustainability Report summarises the important work the team at HB Accountants has completed to reduce our impact on the environment, and to support our local community. It is written for those who are keen to ensure that their chosen accountancy and audit partner is both aware and actively working towards these important matters.

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Hey, We’re Hiring! Train to become an Accountant with HB Accountants: Accounts Apprenticeship position

Posted on April 12, 2024 by Karen Chase

If you would like to avoid university fees and are considering an alternative route to further your education, an apprenticeship is a great solution. We are hiring and have an opening for a trainee accountant apprentice.

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Getting Ready to leave School or College? Your choices, Your Finances

Posted on March 5, 2024 by Vicki H Foster

If you are getting ready to leave school or college, you need to know how your next choices might affect you financially. Here is our guide to your next steps after school or college – this will be updated in the next few weeks to reflect the updates from the Chancellor’s Spring Budget on 6th March 2024 and the new tax rates for 24/25.

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What Do Accountants Do?

Posted on March 5, 2024 by Vicki H Foster

Accountants aren’t just the data analysts you might think they are. Sure, math skills are important, but modern accounting is much more dynamic. Accountancy is problem-solving. Accountancy is detective work. Accountancy is communicating with both your clients and your colleagues. Read on if you are feel a career in accounting or auditing could be for you.

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Unlock the Power of Professional Relationships – Networking is Great for Business

Posted on February 8, 2024 by Vicki H Foster

Successful businesses build strong connections. They create robust relationships with individuals within the company, clients, stakeholders, and business contacts. When you appreciate the power of nurturing and utilising strong professional connections, your business will thank you.

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The Value of Work Experience Placements: 10 reasons why every business should offer work experience placements

Posted on February 7, 2024 by Vicki H Foster

Offering work experience placements provides students with practical workplace skills. Students gain an understanding of the routines and habits of working life. This will help both their personal and their professional development. Discover 10 key advantages for your business of offering work experience placements.

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Maximising Tax Efficiency: The Ultimate Guide to Year-End Financial Planning by HB Accountants

Posted on February 6, 2024 by Amy Thompson

As we near the end of the tax year on 5 April 2024, it’s essential to take stock of your family and business finances. Although tax rates and thresholds remain stagnant, the government’s tax revenue keeps climbing. Nonetheless, there are still plenty of practical ways to manage your affairs tax-efficiently, and we’re here to guide you through some of these strategies.

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Are you part of the Apprenticeship Ambassador Network (AAN)? HB Accountants share the benefits here

Posted on February 6, 2024 by Vicki H Foster

The 17th National Apprenticeship Week runs between 5 – 11th February, 2024. It’s a week-long celebration when businesses and apprentices shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy. This year’s theme is #SkillsForLife – and when we review our own apprenticeship experience, we can see the newly acquired skills in action and the difference that they are making.

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