Business Details
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Hull
Established in 1870, Harris Lacey & Swain are Hull-based chartered accountants with a legacy of 150 years built on communication, trust, and honesty. Our team becomes an extension of your business, offering tailored accountancy services from VAT returns to strategic financial planning. Based in Hessle, we combine traditional values with contemporary methods, utilising cloud technology to deliver accessible, flexible solutions.With expertise spanning business start-ups, tax planning, and specialist sector support, we prioritise personalised service for clients across the UK. Our dedication to evolving practices ensures we provide quality financial advice, fostering long-standing relationships that span generations. We are committed to transparency, compliance, and empowering businesses through expert accounting and advisory services.
Services
Payroll
Audit
Cloud Accounting
Business Start-Up
Company Secretarial
Strategic Planning
Tax Planning
VAT Returns
Financial Planning
Outsourcing
Highlights and features
- We have over 150 years of experience in chartered accountancy.
- Our team provides tailored financial solutions for businesses and individuals.
- We utilise cloud accounting software for flexible, modern financial management.
- Our expertise spans specialist sectors including healthcare, agriculture, and education.
- We maintain long-standing client relationships built on trust and transparency.
Services
Payroll Services
Our payroll services ensure accurate and timely management of employee salaries, tax deductions, and compliance with HMRC regulations. We handle all aspects of payroll processing, from calculating wages to generating payslips and submitting reports. By outsourcing payroll to us, businesses save time and reduce administrative burdens, allowing them to focus on core operations.
Cloud Accounting
We implement cloud accounting software like QuickBooks and Xero to streamline financial management. Our team assists with system selection, data migration, and ongoing support, ensuring real-time access to financial data. Cloud solutions enhance collaboration, improve accuracy, and provide scalable tools tailored to your business needs.
Tax Planning
Our tax planning services help individuals and businesses optimise their tax positions while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. We offer corporate and personal tax strategies, VAT returns, and estate planning to minimise liabilities. Proactive tax advice ensures clients remain informed and prepared for legislative changes.
Business Start-Up
We support new businesses with financial planning, compliance, and strategic setup. Services include business structure advice, cash flow forecasting, and registration assistance. Our guidance helps entrepreneurs navigate early challenges and establish a solid foundation for sustainable growth.
Audit Services
Our audit services provide independent assurance on financial statements, enhancing credibility with stakeholders. We conduct thorough reviews of accounting records, internal controls, and compliance with standards. Audit support ensures transparency and helps businesses identify areas for improvement.
People
Richard Lacey
Accountant
Richard Lacey brings extensive experience in chartered accountancy, specialising in business advisory and financial planning. He focuses on delivering tailored solutions to support client growth and compliance.
Richard Tucker
Accountant
Richard Tucker has a strong background in tax planning and audit services, offering strategic advice to businesses across various sectors. His expertise ensures clients meet regulatory requirements while optimising financial outcomes.
Lucy Jessop
Accountant
Lucy Jessop specialises in cloud accounting and payroll services, helping businesses transition to digital solutions. Her client-focused approach ensures efficient financial management and ongoing support.
Laura Drew
Accountant
Laura Drew provides expert guidance in business start-ups and strategic planning. Her proactive approach assists entrepreneurs in establishing robust financial frameworks for long-term success.
Questions
What services do Harris Lacey and Swain offer?
We offer tax planning, payroll, audit, cloud accounting, business start-up support, and strategic financial planning for businesses and individuals.
Are you specialists in any particular sectors?
Yes, we specialise in healthcare, agriculture, education, charities, and outsourcing, with tailored expertise for each sector.
How long have you been in business?
We have served clients since 1870, combining 150 years of experience with modern accounting practices.
Do you support businesses outside Hull?
Yes, we work with clients across the UK, providing remote and cloud-based accounting solutions.
Reviews (4)
Caroline Latus
Jan 09, 2021
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Harris Lacey & Swain Accountants is a fantastic an extension of my team. They have helped my business from day one, plus managed my transition into Quickbooks and now look after my payroll. Wonderful & friendly team who are always happy to help - Thank you for everything you do for us at Burst Creatives.
Hull Cu
Dec 30, 2020
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Harris Lacey and Swain carry out the annual audit on our accounts. It's so important to us that this is done properly and every penny is accounted for. We find the team at HL&S to be professional, very responsive and detail oriented. We have used other accountants in the past but have always been disappointed in the quality of the service provided. Since moving to HL&S we have been wowed by the service provided and their genuine interest and support of our work as a charity. We can't recommend them enough.
Hull Homeless Community Project
Dec 10, 2020
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Thank you for all your hard work and support. HLAS have been our accountants since we registered as a charity in 2016. Thank you for making our latest set of accounts a positive experience despite the pressures we are all facing at the moment.
Emma Jarvis
Nov 25, 2020
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HLAS have been the accountants for my business since registering the company in 2018. They provided support and guidance on the entire registration & set-up process, helped me through my first year of accounts, and since then have always provided a very reliable, professional and friendly service, (in particular with the speed of response to any queries). I was recommended to them by a colleague, and would highly recommend going forward.
