The practice was formed in Sheffield in the 1850's and now also has well established offices in Doncaster and Northampton.

We have grown steadily to become one of the major independent accounting practices with valued experience in advising owner managed businesses. In late 2013 Hawsons merged with Holmes Widlake, a long established independent Sheffield firm of chartered accountants.

The partners at Hawsons are totally committed to remaining independent as we strongly believe this allows us to service your needs in the most effective manner.

In recognition of the growing demands and complexities of business life, we have developed a specialist structure designed to provide a positive and individual service to you.

We provide a service of the highest standard, which is characterised as being:

• accessible
• hands-on
• partner-led
• practical
• pro-active
• value for money

The nature and size of the firm's client base means that our partners and staff:

• develop a close understanding of your business
• have an active involvement in your business affairs
• anticipate and deal with problems quickly and effectively

To provide our clients with service of the highest quality and value in a professional, friendly, and responsive manner, to assist them to develop their business, to develop the maximum potential of our people and thereby be the leading independent practice in our area.

To ensure the highest standards of customer service and care, all members of our staff adhere to the firms' client care and service initiative. Our clients include a broad range of businesses in terms of size, structure and operation. We act for individuals, sole traders, unincorporated businesses, partnerships, limited companies of all sizes and specialise in owner-managed businesses.

We help our clients expand and develop and deal with problems and opportunities as and when they arise.

Every client is valued as important to us and our structure is designed to ensure we achieve the highest standards of service. Hawsons is a member of HLB International, a fast-growing, dynamic network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers. Formed in 1969, HLBI is a leading mid-tier international accounting network, servicing clients through its member firms in over 100 countries. We are structured to provide an individual and effective service to clients of all sizes ensuring:

• an emphasis on quality maintained by strict review procedures
• partner involvement in all aspects of each client's affairs
• we keep abreast of changes in legislation
• achievement of the highest professional standards

We have the organisation to ensure:

• our specialist can give you prompt and accurate advice
• we can respond quickly to your needs

We are cost effective