Value proposition

A UK Top 15 firm of Chartered Accountants & Business Advisors, helping SME business owners reach their goals.

Haines Watts are a Top 15 firm of chartered accountants and business advisers who specialise in advising and supporting owner managed businesses. We support over 35,000 business owners around the UK, which gives our clients access to a huge amount of business expertise and knowledge.

We aim to become the premier adviser to business owners in the UK. Our practices are independent local businesses owned and run by local partners & directors, meaning you not only get accountancy advice but support for the day to day business challenges you face.

Fresh thinking and a practical business approach are the reasons why business owners chose to work with Haines Watts. These qualities underpin our values:

Commercial

We believe in translating our technical knowledge into sound commercial advice, so you understand the information and the impact it will have on you and your business.

Supportive

Because we support over 35,000 business owners around the UK, as a business owner you can rely on our experience to support your ideas and help you achieve your goals.

Challenging

We act as a sounding board and challenge your plans. It’s our way of ensuring that you consider all the options and make the best decisions

Practical

Our partners run their own businesses as well, meaning we live in the real world – we’ll give you sensible, professional and practical advice.

Approachable

You’ll have access to your Haines Watts partner whatever your issue, big or small, saving you time and ensuring top quality


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