Empathy. Communication. Transparency.
To set the bar for others to aspire to, changing people’s view of accountants and how they work with the profession.
For our mission to succeed we build an effective and truly empathetic partnership with our clients, harnessing the use of technology, in order to help our clients achieve their goals, continuously improve their business and reach new levels of success.
To assist us with our mission we carefully select the clients we work with, based on the ability to form a professional working relationship. We ensure that we have shared ethical values and that our clients embrace the digitisation of their accounting services and record keeping.
We limit the number of clients in our portfolio, ensuring effective working relationships and manageable workloads. After all, we want our time to be about you and working with your business needs.
As a professional firm, we are proud to be Licensed by The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). You can have total confidence in the professional and ethical standards of ACCA members.
Holding a practicing certificate issued by ACCA means that we are authorised to provide a range of general accountancy services to individuals and businesses, including business tax advice and planning, preparation of personal and business tax returns, set up of bookkeeping and business systems, providing bookkeeping services, payroll, assistance with management accounting, budgeting and cashflow advice, business start-up advice and expert witness.
Leadership Team.
Kevin Heaton
Chief Guidance Officer
Kevin rocks his Fellow Member status at The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) with true flair, leveraging his profound insights from The Association of Taxation Technicians (ATT) and the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT). Sporting a Bachelors Honours Degree (BSc) in Applied Accounting, Kevin kicked off his own Accountancy Practice back in 1999, leveraging over two decades of hands-on business experience in the UK. Having navigated the entrepreneurial seas as a Sole Trader, Partner, and Director, Kevin has garnered a treasure trove of knowledge about the business world's ups, downs, and everything in between. Now, he channels this wealth of experience into actionable wisdom for our team and tailored strategic guidance for our clients. When he steps away from the spreadsheets and strategy sessions, Kevin dives into the vibrant world of plant-based cooking. He's all about whipping up delectable, colorful dishes and sharing these culinary delights with his family. Plus, his passion for an eclectic mix of music infuses even more joy and energy into his cooking adventures, turning each meal into its own little celebration.
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Favourite film quote
"Why is it us? Why us?" "Because we're here, lad.”
— Zulu
Emilio Vences
Co-Founder
Emilio's backstory reads like an atlas, with childhood chapters unfolding in seven countries spanning South America, Asia, and the Middle East. His educational journey took him from classrooms in Hong Kong back to the UK, where he earned an Honours Degree and honed his skills at a leading mid-tier Practice, all while pursuing his ACCA Chartered status. It was during their daily commutes and gym routines that Emilio and Joseph brainstormed what would eventually crystallize into HV's core philosophy: creating a transparent, communicative environment where clients always know their point person and are encouraged to keep their accountant in the loop, with clear outlines on expectations and pricing from day one. Spurred by a vision for better client interactions, Emilio helped launch HV, bringing a sharp focus on innovative systems and cutting-edge tech to automate and optimize client operations. Outside the innovative world of HV, Emilio embraces fatherhood, cheers on Norwich FC with fervor, and indulges his passions for cars and globe-trotting, infusing his work at HV with the same energy and enthusiasm he applies to every aspect of his life.
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Favourite film quote
“We are consumers. We're the by-products of a lifestyle obsession.”
— Fight Club
Joseph Heaton
Co-Founder
Joseph kicked off his journey in the accountancy world armed with an honours degree in Accounting & Finance, diving straight into graduate accountant training at a notable regional mid-tier firm. Alongside honing his practical skills, he pursued ACCA studies to attain chartered status, and didn't stop there – he went on to master his craft with a master's degree in Professional Accountancy. The entrepreneurial spark in Joseph was always alight, so when he crossed paths with Emilio during their training, the foundational ideas for HV began to crystallize. For Joseph, empathy isn't just a buzzword – it's the cornerstone of truly connecting with and understanding clients. This belief shaped HV's ethos: maintaining straightforward, regular communication and a pricing structure that's as clear as day. Joseph's vision has always been about demystifying accountancy, making it more relatable and accessible for every client.
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Favourite film quote
“Murphy’s Law doesn’t mean that something bad will happen. It means that whatever can happen, will happen.”
— Interstellar